Houston Weekend Plans With a Free Rooftop and Live Music

4.6 (9,605)

Mon – Wed, Sun, 11:00 – 21:00; Thu – Sat, 11:00 – 22:00

401 Franklin St, Houston, TX 77201, USA

Shops, a global food hall and remote workspaces fill POST Houston, a historic downtown hub that blends local history with a modern feel. Makers' markets bring artists and creatives inside, and free rooftop access leads to a rooftop park with skyline views. Doors open at 11:00 AM daily.

4.3 (3,537)

Mon – Fri, 12:00 – 18:00

2600 Travis Street

Touring bands and local R&B showcases play Warehouse Live Midtown, a compact, well-ventilated music venue with a dedicated balcony and an open floor often used for dancing. Bar service runs through each set, staff help with seating in the dark entry, and occasional Sunday events are free.

4.4 (2,833)

Mon – Fri, 14:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 10:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1)

3333 Eastside Street

Upper Kirby's expansive backyard patio at Kirby Ice House mixes rotating food trucks, numerous sports screens, heat lamps and music, with indoor seating as a second option. The 21+ bar pours cocktails, wine and local beers, and occasional events such as corgi racing fill the calendar.

2.6 (356)

Mon – Sun, Open 24 hours

8600 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054

Walking distance from NRG Stadium, Wingate Houston near NRG Park/Medical Center offers a free Medical Center shuttle, a heated outdoor pool, daily breakfast, free WiFi and a fitness center. Nearby museums include the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Guest reports cite severe maintenance and elevator concerns.