It’s Friday and it’s raining, which honestly feels like a built in excuse to slow down a little. Not mad at a cozy start to the weekend, but I am still counting down to when the sun comes back out. For now, we’ll take the reset where we can.

If you need something to look forward to, start here. TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, and En Vogue are all hitting The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on October 4. That’s three catalogs, one night, and a crowd that will know every word. Enter now for a chance to win a pair of tickets and give yourself a future plan.

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• Kottonmouth Kings hit Warehouse Live Midtown on May 27 with their mix of hip hop and punk driven sound. A laid back set with a loyal crowd that knows it. Grab your ticket.

• Gimme Gimme Disco lands at White Oak Music Hall on June 19 for a night built around ABBA and disco favorites. It’s high energy and easy to step into. Lock in your spot.

• Sevendust and Theory of a Deadman hit Bayou Music Center on September 9. Two bands, one stage, and a set that doesn’t let up. Step into it and stay there.

• The Mavericks & Friends hit House of Blues Houston on September 18 with a set rooted in country, rock, and Latin influences. It’s a sound that moves. Make your plan and be there.

• Plus other just announced shows!

FREE STUFF FRIDAY

Free Stuff Friday is here and this one is all about getting out without spending anything. We pulled together a list of events across Houston for this weekend and beyond that are actually worth showing up for. No tickets, no stress, just plans you can step into. If your weekend is still open, this is your starting point. Scroll through, pick what fits, and go.

• FRI - BAT CHAT @ WATER WORKS AT BUFFALO BAYOU PARK

• FRI - SAT - CUMBIA LIBRE: BANDS AND MARKET @ AXELRAD

• SAT - COLLAGE A CARD FOR MOM @ HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT

• SAT - MUSIC BINGO @ SOCIAL BEER GARDEN

• SUN - PUNCHLINE SUNDAYS COMEDY @ AXELRAD

THIS WEEKEND

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• With the World Cup coming here in a month, I want to hear from you and what kind of guides you want? Where to get authentic Irish beer? Where to go if you’re single? etc etc. Let me know and I’ll get to work immediately.

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