SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2026

MATCHBOX 2

SINGLE SESSION TICKETS:
$79 Single Session Ticket
$199 Single Session VIP Floor Seats
(includes front floor seats & special gift)

FULL DAY PASS TICKETS:
$149 Full Day Ticket
(includes 1 ticket to each of the 6 sessions)

PLEASE NOTE:

All seating is General Admission within the VIP Floor Seats or the General Seating.

Each individual session ticket is subject to a $5 box office support fee at checkout. Each Full day ticket is subjust to a $12 box office support fee

TEDx Third Ward returns for its third cohort, bringing renowned speakers to the MATCH Theater stage on June 14, 2026. From community builders to creatives, each speaker carries an idea worth spreading that challenges the way we think, lead, and show up in the world. This event continues a growing legacy of amplifying perspectives that inspire and transform. 

SCHEDULE

For Single Session tickets, click preferred SESSION below.

To credit a specific speaker for your purchase please add their first name and last initial and add it to the discount code section of the checkout page. (exp. John Doe would be johnd)

For FULL DAY PAY, which includes 1 ticket to each sessions, click button.

SESSION A

(click for SESSION TITLE above for Single Session Ticket)

9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

SPEAKERS

Dr. Gail Awan 
Lemar Marie Brown
Sekou Browne
Sanjay Divakar
Angeles Escalante
Dr. Shiela R. Ford

SESSION B

(click for SESSION TITLE above for Single Session Ticket)

11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

SPEAKERS

Jacobi Ford
Khady Gaye
Michelle Gines
Khaliah O. Guillory
Carlos A. Hernandez
Christine Stow

SESSION C

(click for SESSION TITLE above for Single Session Ticket)

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

SPEAKERS

Joanna Hunt
Karla F. West
Djuana Lamb Morrison
Dr. Christopher Loo
Bobbie Maloy
Aaliyah Maura

SESSION D

(click for SESSION TITLE above for Single Session Ticket)

3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

SPEAKERS

Shirley McAlpine
Tsion Michael
Holli Moeini
Krista Monet
Elena Sarango Muniz
Dr. Essence Allen Presley

SESSION E

(click for SESSION TITLE above for Single Session Ticket)

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

SPEAKERS

Ryan Riley
David Settle
Alicia D. Stephenson
Rita Stevens
Alexis Grace
Jenai Tidwell

SESSION F

(click for SESSION TITLE above for Single Session Ticket)

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

SPEAKERS

Cody Hand
Davide Viola
Hugo Vrsalovic
Dr. Sharita E. Warfield
Dr. Kevin Smith
Matthew Knowles

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MATCH

🎟️ BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

• Online sales end 30 minutes prior to curtain. After this time, tickets may be available in person at the MATCH Box Office. 
• The Box Office opens 2 hours before curtain for Will Call and walk-up sales. 
• All sales are final. No refunds or cancellations after purchase. 
• What is a box office support fee per ticket? Click here to learn more. 

⏱️ BEFORE THE SHOW 

• MATCH Concessions opens 1 hour prior to the start of each event. 
  Enjoy a cocktail, wine, beer, or snack before the show. 
  View concessions menu. 
• Seating typically opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
• Please note: Some shows have a no late seating or re-entry after the performance has begun. Arrive early! 

🚗 LOCATION & PARKING: MATCH is located in Midtown Houston. Click here for directions and parking options, including garages and metered street parking.

🍽️ RESTAURANTS & BARS: Make it a night out! Click here for a curated list of nearby restaurants and bars within walking distance of MATCH.

♿ ACCESSIBILITY: MATCH is a fully accessible facility. For accessible seating or special assistance, please contact the box office in advance so we can help accommodate your needs. Click here to email the box office.