Your Ultimate Guide to This Weekend’s Best Events—No Matter Who You’re With

If you’re looking for a weekend to remember, this one’s shaping up to deliver. From sunflower festivals to late-night comedy shows, events across the country offer something for everyone—whether you’re planning a fun-filled family day, a romantic outing, or a spontaneous solo adventure.

For families, the joy of summer is in full bloom—literally—at the Harbes Family Farm Sunflower Festival in Long Island, where hayrides, pig races, and a sea of golden blooms are perfect for little ones and parents alike. In Houston, it’s a celebration of community and critters with $7.13 admission at the Houston Zoo in honor of 713 Day. While you’re in town, swing by the Children’s Museum, where dinosaurs are taking over in a special exhibit created in partnership with Jurassic Quest.

In New York City, culture meets kid-friendliness with free live performances from Mozart for Munchkins, plus creative family workshops at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Meanwhile, up in northern Michigan, families can bond over book-themed social hours, sandwich-building workshops, and small-town live music that makes for a perfect memory-making weekend.

Couples looking to break the routine will find plenty of charm this weekend, starting with Bastille Day celebrations in Washington, D.C. Think rosé tastings, French movies under the stars, and embassy events that blend culture and connection. Dance-loving duos can check out line dancing at Republic Restoratives or head to a free outdoor symphony in Houston, where romantic melodies fill the summer air. In Detroit, Chandler Park’s orchestra series continues, offering couples a cozy outdoor concert vibe.

Prefer laughter over love songs? Ocean City, New Jersey has you covered with a one-night-only comedy event featuring Joe Conklin and a live orchestra—perfectly capped off with a walk down the boardwalk.

For singles or friend groups, this weekend is brimming with opportunities to get out, mingle, and maybe even meet someone new. In cities like NYC, Eventbrite is packed with speed dating and singles mixers, organized by age, background, and even hobbies. Houston’s “Swipe Right” comedy dating show puts a hilarious twist on the modern dating scene—equal parts performance and possibility.

If sports are more your scene, Put‑in‑Bay, Ohio is hosting its annual Soccer Cup on Lake Erie—an exciting event for players and spectators alike. In the South, Atlanta’s State Farm Arena will be buzzing with energy as WWE Evolution delivers an all-women’s pay-per-view event that’s anything but predictable.

For those looking to soak in live music and festival energy, there’s no shortage of options. The Commons in Midland, Michigan, continues its free weekend music series, perfect for relaxing evenings with a blanket and good company. In D.C., MVEMNT Weekend brings together music, art, and food trucks in a vibrant open-air setting, while National Piña Colada Day is giving adults everywhere a reason to raise a glass and toast to summer.

Hungry for something more? Head to Niagara Square in Buffalo, New York, for the Taste of Buffalo Festival—a foodie’s dream with flavors from across the region. Or swing through Cape Cod for the Chatham Liberty Arts & Craft Festival, where local artisans and specialty vendors offer one-of-a-kind treasures.

So whether your weekend goals involve pig races and popsicles or rosé and romance, this is a weekend worth planning for. Stay safe, have fun, and don’t forget to check out local listings for ticket details or weather updates.

We’ll see you out there.