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.

Dining

Crêperie du Parc

Situated on the sidewalk terrace at Brasserie du Parc, Crêperie du Parc offers an all-day crêpe menu at their walk-up window. Savory options include Jambon (ham, gruyere, white mushrooms), Prosciutto ...
Tours

Toyota Center Arena Tours

Take a tour of the area at Toyota Center. Lasting approximately one hour, tickets are $15 per person. 
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Houston Dash

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Crêperie du Parc

Situated on the sidewalk terrace at Brasserie du Parc, Crêperie du Parc offers an all-day crêpe menu at their walk-up window. Savory options include Jambon (ham, gruyere, white mushrooms), Prosciutto (prosciutto, mozzarella, tomato confit, pestro arugala) and others, along with sweet options like Banane Nutella (crêpe, sliced bananas, Nutella), Grand Marnier (crêpe “flambée” Grand Marier, orange zests, Suzette sauce) and more. Grab one on-the-go and hop across the street to Discovery Green for a picnic in the park!  
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Upcoming Events

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Fitness
Sat March 21 2020

Hatha Yoga

Discovery Green

Build a strong, healthy body in this free vinyasa yoga class at Discovery Green. You'll flow from pose to pose and learn how to breathe and deepen each stretch. Don't ...
Family Friendly, Workshops/Meetings
Sat March 07 2020

Young Writers Workshop

Discovery Green

Writers in the Schools (WITS) leads Houston’s only free, weekly drop-in creative writing workshop for kids. Join professional writers in exploring poetry and storytelling in a fun and supportive environment. ...
Fitness
Tue March 10 2020

Tai Chi

Discovery Green

Learn to relax your mind and energize your body with a free Tai Chi class at Discovery Green. Great for all ages and levels, this class teaches you how to ...
Sports
Tue March 17 2020

Rockets vs. Sacramento Kings

Toyota Center

Cheer on your Houston Rockets to victory as they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers!
Entertainment, Sports
Mon Feb. 24 2020

Rockets vs. New York Knicks

Toyota Center

Don't miss your Houston Rockets as they go head to head with the New York Knicks!
Entertainment, Fitness
Mon March 16 2020

Heartfulness Meditation

Discovery Green

Get in tune with your inner self and slow down to feel the lightness and joy of being fully present.  
Expos/Conventions
Sat March 07 2020

45th Annual Fishing Show

George R. Brown Convention Center

The emphasis will be on fishing tackle and fishing boats with all facets of the world of fishing fully explored through displays, clinics and movies.
Entertainment, Sports
Wed Feb. 26 2020

Rockets vs. Memphis Grizzlies

Toyota Center

Cheer on your Houston Rockets as they take on the Memphis Grizzlies at Toyota Center!
Family Friendly, Recreation
Sun March 22 2020

Kayak Rides on Kinder Lake

Discovery Green

Leisurely kayak around Kinder Lake or control a model boat and enjoy all the fish swimming beneath the surface. No reservation required. Check discoverygreen.com for schedule and weather updates.
Art
Mon Feb. 24 2020

Paloma by Pitaya

Discovery Green

24 Discovery Green’s highly anticipated winter art installation is Paloma sponsored by PNC Bank. Paloma – a flock of “origami” birds illuminating the century old live oaks of the Brown Promenade are created by Pitaya, ...
Entertainment, Food/Drink, Live Music
Sat Feb. 29 2020

Soul Sessions with DJ Tempty

MKT BAR

Shine up your dancing shoes and join us every Saturday when we’ll have the best in local soul DJs and bands playing you something to cut a rug to.
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