The Rothko Chapel is a reflective space, presenting programs that promote spirituality, creativity, dialogue and action, leading to more equitable, empowered, and engaged communities. We invite you to experience the transformative power of this sacred space.
The 2025-2026 Public Program Season focuses on health justice and equity, including conversations, performances, and meditations on community well-being and rituals of remembrance and empowerment. As we navigate a world that is increasingly violent, stressed, sick, isolated, and divided, what are our unique responsibilities and skills to contribute to our collective physical and spiritual health?
All programs are Pay What You Can with a suggested value. Programs followed by a reception will be noted on the event listing. Read more on Rothko Chapel Event FAQs.
2025 Concert for Peace with Jaipur Literature Festival
Sunday, September 7 2025, 9 AM
Join us for a contemplative morning featuring Indian classical music and poetry readings for Peace Day.
“Origenes: Voice & Percussion through the Ages” with Ars Lyrica
Saturday, September 20 2025, 11 AM
Orígenes is a bilingual, interactive program curated by Mexican-born mezzo-soprano Cecilia Duarte and Spanish-born percussionist Jesús Pacheco, and featuring guitarist Héctor Alfonso Torres.
Bread & Puppet Circus
Tuesday, October 14 2025, 6 PM
Bread and Puppet is renowned for its giant papier-mâché puppets, raucous brass band music, and radical theater rooted in social justice, art, and community.
Reimagining Land, Food & Medicine
Thursday, October 23 2025, 12 PM
Join us online for a discussion with doctor- and farmer-activists on the healing and liberatory relationships between land, food and medicine.
4th Annual Interfaith Time of Remembrance: Contemplating Cycles of Life & Death
Thursday, October 30 2025, 6 PM
Contemplate cycles of life and death across faith traditions and cultures through music, prayer, and reflections with interfaith community One Beyond.
Spiritual Meditation Service: Conversation with a Rabbi & Imam
Sunday, November 2 2025, 10 AM
Join Rabbi Angela Buchdahl in contemplation and conversation with Rothko Chapel President Imam Abdullah Antepli.
1st Annual Revolution of Joy Festival / 1er Festival Anual Revolución de la Alegría
Saturday, November 8 2025, 1 PM
Revolution of Joy Festival features poetry, music, fashion, and visual work by artists of trans experience. El Festival Revolución de la Alegría presenta poesía, música, moda y arte visual creados por artistas de experiencia trans.
Meditate with a Himalayan Monk
Wednesday, November 19 2025, 12 PM
Join a transformative midday experience with His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda, a Himalayan siddha monk.
12th Annual Silent Nights Meditation: Tools for Coping During the Holidays
Thursday, December 11 2025, 6 PM
Join us to experience spiritual refreshment, grounding, and tools to navigate this winter season.
31st Annual MLK Birthday Observance ”We Got Us: Health & Care Beyond Capitalism”
Thursday, January 15 2026, 6 PM
Dr. Ricardo Nuila will provide a keynote address, followed by a panel conversation with Houston-based advocates for supporting broader health ecosystems beyond the medical industrial complex.
2026 MLK Day Speeches & Gospels
Monday, January 19 2026, 11 AM
Listen to the quiet of the Chapel resonate with MLK’s voice accompanied by local gospel choies inspired by selected speeches.
Performance: “An Intimate Night with Kinetic Light”
Thursday, February 19 2026, 6 PM
At the forefront of intersectional disability aesthetics and culture, the company creates work that is both artistically powerful and intentionally accessible.
Concert: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s 270th Birthday Celebration
Thursday, March 19 2026, 6 PM
Rothko Chapel will host a special recital inspired by the composer whose music Mark Rothko himself often preferred while working in his studio.
2026 Earth Day Observance
Wednesday, April 22 2026, 6 PM
The Chapel hosts a timely discussion on the wisdom of Indigenous-led efforts to pass “rights of nature” or “Earth rights."
2026 Neighborhood Community Day
Saturday, April 11 2026, 1 PM
Enjoy an afternoon of free art, music, poetry, and family activities in celebration of our vibrant neighborhood featuring Express Children's Theatre and Islamic Arts Society.
2026 Meditative Moment for Families with Align Mind
Saturday, May 2 2026, 11 AM
Join us at the Rothko Chapel for a family-friendly mindfulness meditation that combines animal-themed yoga poses, breathing exercises, and creative intention-setting through drawing!
2026 Summer Solstice Observance 8:30AM with Atlas Maior
Thursday, June 18 2026, 8 AM
Atlas Maior is an Austin-based ensemble known for its original fusion of Progressive Jazz with Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Indian music traditions.
2026 Summer Solstice Observance 12PM with Atlas Maior
Thursday, June 18 2026, 12 PM
Atlas Maior is an Austin-based ensemble known for its original fusion of Progressive Jazz with Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Indian music traditions.
2026 Summer Solstice Observance 7PM with Kaminari Taiko
Thursday, June 18 2026, 7 PM
Kaminari Taiko of Houston, a Japanese drumming ensemble, marks the end of the longest day of the year with an evening performance.