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The City's Vibrant Black Culture Livens Up H-Town

In February we celebrate Black History Month, a time to reflect on the contributions African Americans have made to this country in the fields of science, history, politics and entertainment to name a few. BHM is also a moment to celebrate the vibrant Black culture right here in the city of Houston. To aid in your celebration, we have curated a list of 28 museums, Black-owned businesses and restaurants for you to visit over the course of the 28 days in February. Enjoy! View this…

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Texas Bowl Visitor's Must-Do Houston Itinerary

Celebrate the return of Bowl Season to NRG Stadium! The Kansas State Wildcats and the LSU Tigers are set to play against each other in the 2021 TaxAct Texas Bowl on Houston's biggest stage on Tuesday, January 4th at 8:00 PM CT. There's no better way to start your year off right than with the electric atmosphere of Bowl Season with your fellow fans. Don't wait! Snag your seats today to start your 2022 off with that unforgettable postseason energy! Read on for your Texas Bowl must-do itinerary…

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Your Guide To Astroworld Festival

After a one-year break due to the pandemic, Travis Scott’s annual Astroworld Festival is returning to NRG Park this November 5 and 6. This year, for the first time, the event will take place over two days. The line-up, curated by Scott, has yet to be announced, and if 2019 is any indication, it may not be until very close to the time of the event. Travis Scott launched Astroworld Festival in 2018 to coincide with the release of his album, Astroworld. His idea was to recreate the now defunct…

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Top Chef Selects Houston to Host Season 19

With a focus on celebrating culture and diversity, the Emmy and James Beard Award-winning culinary competition Top Chef selects Houston (ranked the nation’s most diverse city) for its series’ 19 th season. The series, produced by Magical Elves, will premiere on Bravo in 2022. A new batch of talented chefs will be challenged all over the city, and host Padma Lakshmi, head judge Tom Colicchio, and judge Gail Simmons will all be back to crown the next Top Chef . Hosting Top Chef is a prime example…

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Q&A with Houston's Asian American Artists

Beyond the Peaceful Sea is where their journeys begin. Three artists from different paths, contrasting cultures, and distinctive disciplines, but the stars have transported them together to Space City. Read the colorful perspectives of their creative worlds. Courtesy of @kill.joy.mall on Instagram Kill Joy / Visual Artist (Philippines) Instagram Website Kill Joy's work is grounded in honoring the earth and seeking environmental and social justice. Her work is an interpretation of world…

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Guest Blog: Saint Arnold Beer Garden

HEY, Y’ALL! It’s us, Saint Arnold Brewing Company taking over this blog on Visit Houston. We have a pretty important thing we need your help with. 🙏 Our beloved Saint Arnold Beer Garden is up for USA TODAY’s award for Best Beer Garden in America. We know we should win, and you know we should win, but it’s probably a good idea to let everyone else know why we should win… so, that’s basically why we’re writing this lil blog entry. Hope you see it and drop us a vote. #love Who are we? Or…

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Healthy in Houston

It's never too late to get healthier. If you’re looking to include more exercise, outdoor time or healthy food into your 2021 routine, Houston has everything you need to accomplish your goals. Keep reading to find out more about H-Town restaurants, markets, fitness classes, and outdoor spaces that will help you lead a healthy lifestyle this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hermann Park Conservancy (@hermannpark) Hit the Ground…

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Resolutions: Do Something New

New Year’s resolutions do not always need to include health and fitness goals. If that’s your thing, go for it, but there are plenty of ways to change up your routine in 2021. We’ve decided to break down some general interests and ways you can explore those interests in Houston. From expanding your palate to becoming a tourist in your own town, along with enjoying the arts and outdoors there is a plethora of things to do in Space City. Arts View this post on Instagram…

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Houston Cultural District Roundup

When it comes to the arts, Houston has endless options. With multiple cultural districts, the city offers much to explore, including art galleries, museum exhibits, murals, and performances. Read on to find out what’s happening around Houston’s cultural districts. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alley Theatre (@alleytheatre) A Christmas Carol Houston’s Theater District is making the best of the pandemic by bringing audiences…

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Houstonian Wins Apple Music Award

Who won Apple Music’s Breakthrough Artist of the Year? If you drive through downtown, you might find a clue. Houston First Corporation, Visit Houston’s parent company, partnered with Apple Music to light up a vibrant eight-story projection of the winner on the east side of downtown Houston. Check out our exclusive behind-the-scenes video of the setup. “On behalf of the Houston community, I congratulate Megan Thee Stallion on winning the Apple Music Award for Breakthrough Artist of the Year…

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