Avenida Houston is the newest place to sip, stroll and savor in Downtown Houston. The name “Avenida” comes from Avenida de las Americas, the boulevard that fronts the George R. Brown Convention Center and runs from Minute Maid Park to the Hilton Americas-Houston hotel.

The Avenida Houston District includes the George R. Brown (GRB), Discovery Green park, Hilton Americas-Houston and the new Marriott Marquis. The area includes three main parking garages: Avenida North, South and Central.

Along Avenida de las Americas (ADLA), five restaurants have been built to provide new dining options to Houstonians, convention-goers and other visitors. With events, festivals and other programs taking place along the Avenida Plaza, in Discovery Green and within the hotels and convention center, there is always something going on.

Staycations

Support the Astros Foundation

Stay at the Homewood Suites Houston Downtown and support the Astros Foundation by booking a package that includes comp valet parking, a gift from the Foundation and St. Arnold’s, as ...
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Travel and Save

Stay at Homewood Suites and receive up to 15% off your suite when you book 5 days or more in advance! Book your summer staycation today!
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Experience Spa

Relax and unwind at the Marriott Marquis with a stay that includes one glass of champagne, complimentary 50 min spa treatment for 1 person and a complimentary take home spa ...

Support the Astros Foundation

Stay at the Homewood Suites Houston Downtown and support the Astros Foundation by booking a package that includes comp valet parking, a gift from the Foundation and St. Arnold’s, as well as, 2 drink tickets for use at the St. Arnold’s brewery. Use the code HOUTO to book your staycation today!
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Live Music
Fri Sept. 17 2021

Eric Clapton

Toyota Center

Don't miss as Eric Clapton takes the stage with special guest Jimmie Vaughan at the Toyota Center! 
Fitness
Sat Sept. 18 2021

Hatha Yoga

Discovery Green

A simple and safe yoga class with a BIG commitment: you can be more functional every year, move pain-free, and get on the ground and play with your great grand-children. ...
Fitness
Sat Oct. 09 2021

Tai Chi

Discovery Green

Led by Simone Oliver of Four Dragons Institute, this Tai Chi class focuses on slow, meditative movements for increased health and mental wellbeing. Classes are free and no pre-registration required. ...
Food/Drink, Live Music
Wed Oct. 06 2021

Vinyl & Wine

MKT BAR

Put a different spin on your Wednesday, every week. Relax and unwind in an intimate setting with interesting Houstonians as they play guest DJ for the evening and spin their ...
Market
Sat Sept. 18 2021

Flea By Night

Discovery Green

Flea by Night is an open-air market featuring Houston artisans and small business owners selling vintage, handmade, recycled, repurposed and local goods with entertainment and food trucks.
Fitness
Wed Oct. 13 2021

HIIT Class with FitMix Communities

Discovery Green

A fun and challenging bodyweight interval training class to burn tons of calories while gaining strength, endurance and empowerment.  Masks are not required while exercising, but participants are asked to ...
Fitness
Wed Oct. 13 2021

Wellness Wednesday

Discovery Green

Bring your lunch to the Hess Deck (or order it from the Grove) and join the Introduction to Mindfulness lesson and guided meditation with Heather Sullivan followed by the practice ...
Live Music
Sun Oct. 10 2021

Jazzy Sunday

Discovery Green

The concert series, made possible by the Kinder Foundation, celebrates the legacy and evolution of jazz in Houston. Each concert will be preceded by a free workshop where kids can ...
Live Music
Fri Oct. 15 2021

Kane Brown

Toyota Center

Don't miss as Kane Brown takes the stage at the Toyota Center! 
Entertainment, Family Friendly, Food/Drink, Workshops/Meetings
Sat Oct. 09 2021

Phoenicia's Kids' Fall YUMMY! Classes

Phoenicia Specialty Foods

Your child will be getting their fall foodie decorating ON baking some memorable treats to ring in the season. After each class, enjoy a kids’ lunch party, where kids will ...
Live Music
Sat Oct. 09 2021

Feed the Streetz Tour

Toyota Center

Don't miss as Rick Ross, Jeezy, Gucci Mane, 2Chainz, Fabolous, Lil Kim Boosie and DJ Drama take the stage at the Toyota Center! 
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