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The Guide: Texas Renaissance Festival

Ready to encounter knights, fairies, and other mythical creatures? Head over to the Texas Renaissance Festival, where the King and Queen will welcome you to their magical kingdom for endless frivolity and entertainment. This year’s Ren Fest, running every weekend from October 12 to December 1, plus Thanksgiving Friday, is creating even more immersive experiences for adults and children. With 21 stages, The King's Feast, jugglers, bards, acrobats, games, rides, restaurants, pub crawls, and more…

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Houston, We Have MICHELIN Keys

Three hotels in Houston and one in Galveston are awarded Since 1926, foodies worldwide have been paying close attention to restaurants awarded MICHELIN Stars in destinations they have visited. Hotels were also recommended in the MICHELIN Guide, even though they were not given a special distinction. This has recently changed. In April 2024, the MICHELIN Guide, run by the French tire company MICHELIN since 1900, launched a brand-new distinction: the MICHELIN Key. While the MICHELIN Star recognizes…

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Houston Zoo Inaugurates Birds of the World

Let’s learn from the birds and lift our wings high! Once again, Houston Zoo in Hermann Park surprises locals and visitors with another unique exhibit, Birds of the World, which opened its doors to the public on August 30. Birds are fascinating creatures! In addition to their ecosystem roles, they bring us joy and inspiration. Ready to get inspired? Take the entire family and invite your friends to explore the incredible diversity and beauty of bird species from around the globe. Birds of the…

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Houston’s Children’s Boutiques for Back-to-School Shopping

The back-to-school shopping season is one of the busiest of the year. Are you still scrambling to get that last-minute shopping done? Houston has plenty of big box stores and malls to shop for back-to-school wear, but you shouldn’t miss visiting these local shops that offer carefully selected clothes and accessories for your kids. In 2024, the tax-free weekend is from August 9 to August 11, so what better time to pay them a visit? Keep in mind that many stores extend their special back-to-school…

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Things to Do on 713 Day in Houston

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…

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Houston Is Now Closer to Connecticut Than Ever Before

Avelo Airlines has just made it possible Even if the distance in miles between Connecticut and Houston remains the same, two weekly nonstop flights by Avelo Airlines launched on June 14 between H-Town's William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Southern Connecticut's Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) make it much more convenient for leisure and business travelers from Connecticut and surrounding areas to visit and explore Houston, the "New Capital of Southern Cool." Referring to the City of Houston's…

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Juneteenth Culture Fest & Celebration of Freedom in Houston

Houston is going big this year with Juneteenth celebrations. Want to enjoy fireworks before the 4th of July? You can at Juneteenth Culture Fest & Celebration of Freedom. At this huge multi-location festival, you can celebrate the cultural and historical significance of Juneteenth through music, art, food, and Black-owned businesses for an entire weekend (June 14-16). Mark your calendars and come to enjoy with family and friends! Free Concerts at Miller Outdoor Theatre June 14 & 15, 2024…

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Art Car Parade Rolls into H-Town

You don’t need a museum to see some incredible works of art during the 37th annual Houston Art Car Parade Weekend, April 11-14. This event, powered by the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art, celebrates the "drive to create" and has become one of the most recognized and beloved events in Houston. It boasts entries from across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, making it the largest Art Car Parade in the world. With more than 250 cars, bikes, and just about anything else on wheels, this…

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Thompson Houston Hotel Opens in Space City

Houston, we have a Thompson! On February 14th, marking the Thompson Hotels brand's fourth property in Texas, the highly anticipated luxury lifestyle hotel Thompson Houston opened its doors, welcoming guests to Houston's historic Fourth Ward in the heart of H-Town (1717 Allen Parkway). It is conveniently located near world-class shopping at the Galleria, the stately River Oaks neighborhood, downtown Houston, the Museum District, professional sports venues Daikin Park and Shell Energy Stadium, and…

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Iconic Live Music Venues in Houston

Houston has a rich and diverse music history that has significantly contributed to the city's cultural tapestry. The music scene in Houston has been influenced by various genres, iconic musicians, and legendary venues. Let's delve into fascinating facts about some iconic live music venues in Houston that are still alive today for all music lovers to enjoy. Numbers Nightclub Since 1978, Numbers Nightclub, a counterculture landmark in H-Town (photo above), has been a home to Houston’s alternative…

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