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Top things to do in Houston this weekend, from anime and tattoo festivals to Janet Jackson

Our top picks also include the Houston Astros, Wicked The Musical and more.

Ana Khan June 1, 2023 Updated: June 1, 2023, 8:10 am

Top things to do in Houston this weekend.

Photo: Houston Chronicle

This weekend, discover the untold story of the witches of Oz atBroadway's biggest blockbuster "Wicked" and meet Ink Master celebrities at the annualHouston Tattoo Arts Festival.

Wicked

Celia Hottenstein as Glinda and Olivia Valli as Elphaba in the National Tour of Wicked.

Photo: Joan Marcus

Based on the critically acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, the blockbuster musical explores how the Oz legend began and whether everything is as it appears.

When:Through July 2

Where:Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby

Details:$54 and up;houston.broadway.com

Houston Astros

Astros fans wait for the start of Game 1 of the American League Championship Series on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren/Staff photographer

Cheer on the Houston Astros as they play the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.

When:7:10 p.m. June 2, 3:10 p.m. June 3 and 1:10 p.m. June 4

Where:Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford

Details:$37 and up;mlb.com

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Houston Tattoo Arts Festival

The Houston Tattoo Arts Festival.

Photo: Villain Arts

The 3-day event features international tattoo artists, vendors, live entertainment and seminars. Meet Ink Master celebrities and Holy Trinity Tattoo Studio from the UK.

When:2-11 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. June 3 and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. June 4

Where:NRG Park, NRG Center

Details:$20 and up, free for children under 12;villainarts.com

KimoKawaii Anime Convention

Cosplay attendees dressed as Genshin Impact anime characters walk the booths during the KimoKawaii Anime Con held at the Lone Star Convention Center Saturday, June. 4, 2022 in Conroe, TX.

Photo: Michael Wyke/Contributor

After debuting in Conroe last June, the anime convention KimoKawaii is returning to Conroe for a second year this weekend. The event offers immersive experiences featuring anime themes, content creation stations, professional voice-acting opportunities and cosplay contests. Celebrity guests include Bob Bergen the voice of No Face in “Spirited Away” and Porky Pig, Tweety Bird and Marvin the Martian.

When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 4

Where: Lone Star Convention & Expo Center, 9055 Airport, Conroe

Details: $10-$250;kimokawaii.net

Janet Jackson: Together Again

Janet Jackson is going back on the road in 2023.

Photo: Preston Meneses

Janet Jackson's Together Again tour makes a stop at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion to celebrate her 50 years in entertainment and spotlight two of her biggest albums, 'The Velvet Rope' and 'janet.'

When:7:45 p.m. June 3

Where:The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands

Details:$39.95 and up;woodlandscenter.org

ana.khan@houstonchronicle.com

  • Ana Khan
    Ana Khan

    Ana Khan is the calendar coordinator for the Houston Chronicle's features desk.

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