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A Guide to Houston Theater Week

By Zoraida Hernandez on Jul. 21, 2023

Houston Theater Week is a week-long celebration where you can purchase buy-one-get-one-free tickets to amazing live performances! Created by Houston First Corp. in collaboration with local professional and community theater and performing arts groups, this special offering provides consumers with buy one, get one free deals to some of the best live performances in the city. In its second year, Theater Week runs from August 14 to 20. Enjoy this special opportunity to explore Houston's Theater…

10 Reservations to Make During Houston Restaurant Weeks

By Megan Strange on Jul. 16, 2023

Need another reason to dine at your favorite restaurant or try a new one in town? You’re in luck because August marks the start of Houston Restaurant Weeks (HRW), a five-week-long event where participating restaurants offer prix fixe menus and a portion of the proceeds benefit The Houston Food Bank. From August 1 through September 4 (Labor Day), participating restaurants will donate $3 from the $25 lunch and brunch menus, $5 from the $39 dinner menus and $7 from the $55 dinner menus. With more…

Exterior of Houston's Hotel ZaZa with a fountain in the foreground.

Your Guide to August in Houston

By Abbey Hernandez on Jul. 14, 2023

While summer starts to wind down, we’re all looking for last-minute vacations and activities. August is a very busy month in Houston with festivals, concerts, and shows. Fill up your calendar and soak up the season with these fun activities. SEE A CONCERT! August is insane for concerts in Houston. You can find just about any genre in any part of town! Take a look at some of the highlights below. Big Time Rush - Aug. 3 (Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion) Thomas Rhett - Aug. 4 ( Toyota Center) Post…

Things to Do on 713 Day in Houston

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Jul. 11, 2023

If you live in Houston, you are for sure already in celebration mode. 713 Day is coming! If you are visiting H-Town from anywhere else and wonder what it is all about, get ready to join Houstonians on July 13 for an unofficial holiday to celebrate all things H-Town, its culture, vibe and the people who make this city great. The day is named after the city’s oldest area code, established in 1947, and it was Houston’s only area code until 1996. In recent years, residents got used to celebrating…

Building At Minute Maid Park In Houston, TX

Where to Eat and Stay Around Minute Maid Park

By Megan Strange on Jul. 04, 2023

Take me out to the ballgame, but show me where to eat and stay to make the experience a grand slam. That's our game plan! Take a swing at these baller dining establishments, hotels and ways to get around Downtown. Osso & Kristalla 1515 Texas Ave Osso & Kristalla, a stylish trattoria and lounge, unites contemporary rustic-chic and delectable modern Italian cuisine. If you're looking for a bit more upscale dinner before a game, this is the spot. Indianola 1201 Saint Emmanuel St. Another more…

Houston Astros Parking Guide

By Abbey Hernandez on Jun. 29, 2023

Finding the perfect parking for a game at Minute Maid Park can be a true curveball. We’ve got you covered here with the best parking lots and garages along with tips and tricks so you can focus on cheering on the Astros without breaking a sweat. Parking Hacks: Skip the headache of circling and searching and plan out your parking in advance. Purchase a parking pass for one of the Official Minute Maid Parking Lots, use the recommended SpotHero Parking Page, or use ParkWhiz to book your spot in…

Your Guide to July

By Abbey Hernandez on Jun. 20, 2023

July is the pinnacle of summer! The weather is hot, water parks welcome thousands of guests, and vacation travel is at its peak. If anyone is looking for a getaway or staycation, Houston has plenty of activities for friend groups, couples or the entire family. From Fourth of July fireworks to a Trap Wine Fest (yes, trap music and wine), come stay and play in Houston. Shell Freedom Over Texas JULY 4 There are lots of amazing 4th of July events across the greater Houston area. However, the city’s…

Father's Day in Houston

By Abbey Hernandez on Jun. 12, 2023

Celebrating Father’s Day in H-Town It’s Father’s Day…almost! Do you have your plans set for Sunday, June 18th? Whether you’re celebrating a dad, grandpa, or father figure, get out and about because there is plenty to do. Where to Dine Backstreet Café Backstreet Cafe is a go-to spot for celebrations of all kinds, especially Father’s Day. This fun and family-friendly atmosphere is offering a special three-course menu from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The prix fixe menu is $49 per adult and $15 per child…

Things To Do at the Kemah Boardwalk

By Megan Strange on Jun. 11, 2023

Experience endless fun for everyone at the Kemah Boardwalk, open daily! Conveniently located a mere 20 miles from downtown Houston, the Kemah Boardwalk offers a delightful array of attractions. Indulge in delectable waterfront dining options, explore charming retail stores, immerse yourself in exciting amusements, and be enchanted by the captivating festivals and seaside shows that take place every single day. Come Along for the Rides Thrill-seekers, rejoice! The boardwalk has a variety of…

Celebrate Juneteenth in Houston

By Ryan Bellinghausen on Jun. 11, 2023

There is much to celebrate on Juneteenth this year. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865 when two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, soldiers landed in Galveston with news the war was over and all slaves were free. Often called “Freedom Day,” it is a time to celebrate liberty and freedom from a dark period in American history. It has been a cornerstone holiday in Texas and this year there is no shortage of ways you can participate in the anniversary of June 19, 1865…

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