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International Cultural Centers in Houston

By Visit Houston on Nov. 17, 2025

Houston often tops lists as a top diverse city in America, and that’s clear just from studying our population, incredible restaurants and vast business opportunities. But not as well known, is just how often Houston is the place for a cultural center to stake its first location. Ismaili Center, Houston Opened in 2025 The Ismaili Center, Houston was formally inaugurated on November 6, 2025 by Mayor John Whitmire in the presence of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the Imam (spiritual…

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Black Chefs in Houston: Tradition, Innovation, Talent

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Oct. 28, 2025

With 13,000 restaurants representing cuisine from more than 70 countries and American regions, Houston's restaurant scene is as ethnically diverse as its more than 6 million residents. Houston's African restaurant scene features a wide variety of cuisines, including popular West African and Ethiopian options. Nigerian, Ghanaian, and Senegalese flavors are especially prominent, and many establishments serve popular dishes like jollof rice, fufu, and various rich stews. Black chefs and…

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Unlocking Excellence: Hotel Saint Augustine Joins Houston's Michelin Key Stays

By Zach McKenzie on Oct. 18, 2025

Step inside one of Houston’s newest and chicest hotels, Hotel Saint Augustine. The quaint and modern hotel situated in the heart of Montrose has everything one could desire for visits to H-Town or luxurious staycations for locals. Complete with five separate buildings, 71 total guest rooms, a ballroom for private events, and an outdoor pool, Hotel Saint Augustine truly offers a new way to experience Houston. The upscale hotel and cultural oasis is located adjacent to The Menil Collection…

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Daikin Park Will Host World Baseball Classic 2026

By Kimberly Guel on Sep. 27, 2025

Baseball fans are gearing up for all of the excitement of each game in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, happening March 5 to 17, 2026, in the US, Japan, and Puerto Rico. Following 2023, 20 teams will compete in four groups of five teams each in the sixth installment of the World Baseball Classic, in which Daikin Park will host the event for the first time in history. Daikin Park, located in the heart of downtown Houston, is the home ballpark of the Houston Astros and sees millions of fans each…

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Blossom Hotel Houston Joins Curio Collection by Hilton

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Sep. 26, 2025

On September 30 th , 2025, Blossom Hotel Houston officially joins Curio Collection by Hilton. This highly anticipated rebrand ushers in a new era for the property, pairing the individuality of an independent lifestyle hotel with the global recognition, reach and loyalty benefits of Curio Collection by Hilton. To celebrate its debut, the hotel is offering Hilton Honors members an exclusive opening promotion of 1,000 Bonus Points per night, available for stays from October 2025 through March 2026…

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The Inaugural Untitled Art, Houston to Shine Spotlight on Houston’s Rich Culture

By Zach McKenzie on Sep. 10, 2025

A host of engaging programs will be featured at the event at the George R. Brown Convention Center on September 19–21, 2025 Since its founding in 2012, Untitled Art has grown into a standout contemporary art fair on Miami Beach, known for connecting artists, galleries, and collectors in an inclusive, collaborative environment. Houston’s arts scene is as exciting as ever, and with world-class galleries, museums, and more to offer art seekers, it’s fitting that the city will welcome this…

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The Road to 2026: Houston Airports Kicks off Campaign at IAH This Labor Day

By Visit Houston on Aug. 29, 2025

IAH travelers first to see bold fútbol-themed signage connecting Houston to all tournament host cities. This Labor Day, passengers moving through George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) will be among the first to view a new marketing campaign by Houston Airports. Dozens of bright, soccer-inspired graphics now line Terminals A and D, declaring: “Wherever fútbol happens, it’s nonstop from Houston.” The campaign is targeting soccer fans and features a QR code that links directly to an…

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Houston Theater Week 2025 EXTENDED for one more day!

By Visit Houston on Aug. 24, 2025

Due to the overwhelming popularity of this year’s Houston Theater Week the Buy One, Get One FREE ticket deals are being extended for one more day! The demand has been so great that the exclusive offers are being extended until midnight, Monday, August 25, to ensure everyone who wants to take advantage of the 400 offers has a chance to do so. With more offers than ever before, there’s something for everyone from holiday classics to cutting-edge concerts. The Buy One, Get One FREE tickets allow…

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Best Parks in Houston

By Visit Houston on Apr. 29, 2025

Houston is the largest city by square miles in Texas (and one of the top 15 largest cities in the United States), so it stands to reason that some of that impressive acreage would go toward green spaces and public parkland that residents and visitors can enjoy. Our city’s parks offer a little something for everyone: trails, playgrounds, splash pads, picnic lawns, birdwatching areas, dog runs, and much more. And thanks to Houston’s relatively gentle winters, it’s possible to enjoy our parks year…

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Must-See Asian Pacific American Heritage Sites

By Visit Houston on Apr. 23, 2025

Houston is known as one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in the United States and is also home to one of the largest Asian communities in the country. Each May, we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month to honor various communities' contributions to our city's development. The cultural sites of Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and other Far East and Southeast Asia…

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