Houston is bursting with summer energy this weekend and into next week, offering a fantastic variety of events for every listener. Starting this morning, lace up your sneakers for the Run Houston Bayou City races where runners of all levels will take over city streets. Participants will enjoy a supportive atmosphere, cool swag bags, and medals, and the event’s focus is all about fun and community. Early birds got started at 7:30 AM, but the positive vibes last all weekend according to findarace dot com.

For those looking to cool off and let loose, the famed Swim Thick Annual Pool Party kicks off at 3 PM today near Northwest Houston. This event is all about celebrating body positivity and summer fun, with a mandatory pool attire dress code, food, drinks, and great music. Organizers at Eventbrite encourage arriving early, so gather your friends, grab those swimsuits, and finish July by the pool.

Art and culture lovers, the final curtain falls on Elephant and Piggie’s We Are in a Play! at Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston. This lively family musical runs through today and promises laughter and heartwarming stories with Mo Willems’ beloved characters taking center stage. According to Houston on the Cheap, the show is perfect for families looking for weekend joy.

As the sun sets, electronic music fans are in for a treat with RIORDAN spinning at Bauhaus Houston and Juliet Fox taking over Stereo Live Houston. Both events kick off at 10 PM and promise thumping beats for night owls ready to dance well into Sunday, as listed on Eventbrite Houston.

Looking ahead, sports fans can catch Houston Astros games all weekend at Daikin Park. Early hours mean you can head over anytime and enjoy America’s pastime in the heart of Houston, per the city special events calendar. Football lovers, mark your calendars for Tuesday July 29, when Texans Training Camp opens at NRG Stadium. Fans can watch the team prep for the upcoming season with gates opening early into the afternoon, according to the Mayor's Office Special Events schedule.

Families still searching for more can explore the city’s museum district—most notably, visit the Children’s Museum of Houston or catch Movies at Miller Outdoor Theatre, which features free spectacular performances and screenings under the stars, highlighted by Mommy Poppins.

Whether sweating it out on a run, splashing at a pool party, catching live theater, dancing into the night, or rooting for Houston’s hometown heroes, there’s something for everyone this week in Space City. Wherever your Houston adventure takes you, have a fantastic weekend and remember to check event rules, as some require tickets or specific attire.

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