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Your Guide to August in Houston

By Kimberly Guel on Jul. 22, 2025

Summer may be winding down, but Houston still offers plenty of ways to soak up every last moment. From food festivals and live music to community-driven celebrations, the city proves that the best of summer is far from over. Check out these H-Town activities to close out the season on a high note! Looking for even more to do this August? Visit the HOUSTON EVENTS CALENDAR and the THINGS TO DO page. Check out the Marketplace for savings on Houston experiences, tours, tickets, and more! Photos:…

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Father's Day in Houston

By Zach McKenzie on Jun. 03, 2025

Father’s Day is almost here! Do you have your plans set for Sunday, June 15th? Whether you’re celebrating a dad, grandpa,or father figure, get out and about because there is plenty to do…

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How to Celebrate Mother's Day in Houston

By Patrick Magee on Apr. 30, 2025

Mother’s Day is just around the corner on May 11, and Space City is bursting with exciting ways to celebrate. Enjoy rooftop movie nights, explore unique finds at locally owned shops, indulge in "Mamakase" — a playful twist on traditional omakase dining — or catch a live performance. How ever you choose to celebrate, make this Mother's Day one to remember. How will you honor the special moms in your life? For more events during Mother's Day weekend, check out our Calendar…

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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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Houston Zoo Inaugurates Birds of the World

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Sep. 03, 2024

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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Celebrating Extraordinary Houston Women

By VisitHouston on Feb. 22, 2024

From ingenious dreamers to creative problem solvers, some of Houston’s best and brightest are women who have helped not only give birth to this city but also have been essential in making Houston and the world better. Discover the contributions of some of the city's extraordinary women -past and present- who are pioneers, community leaders, and culinary and cultural moguls. Irma Galvan Irma Gonzalez Galvan was born in Brownsville, TX, and moved to Houston in 1946 with her mother and siblings…

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Sensory Friendly Activities in Houston

By Paula Nino Kehr on Apr. 20, 2022

Planning an outing for families with autism or sensory sensitivities requires careful planning. Luckily, Houston has a variety of sensory friendly activities and resources to make all visitors feel welcome in their spaces. In honor of National Autism Awareness Month, we’ve rounded up five sensory friendly activities that we think you’ll love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Houston Museum of Nat. Science (@hmns) Explore the Houston…

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Post-Card Worthy Backdrops for the Holidays

By Kathleen Landry on Dec. 15, 2020

Photo Credit: Carolyn Pepper Since 2020 has redefined distance, so holiday cards might be the best way to update your friends and family on life. There’s still plenty of time for that special snapshot. While you’re at it, consider featuring some of Houston’s best façades as your backdrop. We’ve got a great list of outdoor venues that are sure to perfectly showcase your family. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Houston…

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Houston Art Car Parade 2020

By Gabrielle Olmo on Apr. 16, 2020

Houston's Art Car Parade has celebrated local artists for the past 33 years, creating an environment that showcases hundreds of mobile masterpieces created by both trained and untrained artists, student groups, non-profit organizations, and anyone a vision to create. Not only has it created a celebration of local art, it has also awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars to Art Car artists and artist teams and has become an important and inspiring art program for many schools across the Greater…

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31 Space-Themed Businesses to Try During Space City Month

By Kathleen Landry on Jul. 09, 2019

We've rounded up 31 businesses that reach for the stars in achieving space city theme status. Check them out! 1. Neil’s Bahr – Conveniently located in east Downtown, Neil’s Bahr is Houston’s self-proclaimed premier nerd hangout with weekly karaoke, video game tournaments and movie nights. Far out! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eureka Heights Brew Co (@eurekaheights) on Jul 3, 2019 at 1:30pm PDT 2. Eureka Heights Brewing Company…

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