With a fusion of culture, lifestyles and commerce, life around Downtown is anything but typical. Look up and discover soaring skyscrapers designed by icons like Philip Johnson and I.M. Pei. Turn a corner and discover Houston's historic past or uncover a piece of contemporary public art.  Major league sports, world-class theater, innovative chefs, funky hotspots, movies in the park, sidewalk cafes, outdoor festivals, pontoon boat rides and more.  Welcome to Downtown Houston!

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O'Kane Gallery

Located on the third floor of the Girard Street Building (GSB322), the Harry W. O'Kane Gallery, established in 1970, was made possible by gifts from Harry W. O'Kane, Mary W. ...
Dining

Hotline Burger

Located inside Underground Hall, Hotline Burger offers juicy burgers and delicious fries. 
Dining

Chipotle

Known for their large portions, this Mexican spot offers a variety of menu items that aure sure to fill you up. Located in the heart of the Historic District, Chipotle ...

O'Kane Gallery

Located on the third floor of the Girard Street Building (GSB322), the Harry W. O'Kane Gallery, established in 1970, was made possible by gifts from Harry W. O'Kane, Mary W. Bingman, and the Humphreys Foundation. The O’Kane Gallery presents five to six exhibitions that meet the diverse interests of students, faculty, and staff of the University of Houston-Downtown. Exhibitions in all media provide educational support to various university courses and to nearby schools. The gallery also functions as a site for university forums, meetings and receptions.  Exhibitions are free and open to the public.   The O’Kane Gallery annually offers ...
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Entertainment
Fri Feb. 11 2022

Mosaic Music Lounge Sponsored by PNC Bank

Discovery Green

Mosaic Music Lounge sponsored by PNC Bank on the Hess Deck overlooking Mosaic of Light is the perfect place to get your weekend started. DJ Sun curates the roster of ...
Theater
Sun Feb. 13 2022

Amerikin

Alley Theatre

Developed as part of the 2019 Alley All New Festival. Jeff Browning, a new father desperate for community, casually follows his buddy’s advice and tries to join a white supremacist ...
Art, Exhibits, Theater
Thu Jan. 20 2022

Alley Theatre Exhibit

Heritage Society Museum

Over the course of its first 75 years, the Alley Theatre has grown, struggled, persevered, and triumphed. At times stretching its capabilities, it has always exceeded expectations. From its humble ...
Theater
Sun Feb. 13 2022

South Pacific

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

More timely than ever, this Rodgers and Hammerstein landmark musical proves that even the backdrop of a tropical paradise cannot shelter its residents from the prejudices of World War II. ...
Entertainment
Mon Feb. 14 2022

Cupid Cruises

Allen's Landing on Buffalo Bayou

Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s pontoon tour boat for a cozy cruise with your Valentine. Bubbly beverages and chocolate bites will be provided during a romantic evening boat ride with spectacular ...
Theater
Fri Jan. 21 2022

Dance Nation

Rec Room

Somewhere in America, an army of pre-teen competitive dancers plots to take over the world. And if their new routine is good enough, they’ll claw their way to the top ...
Live Music
Tue Feb. 08 2022

Joss Stone & Corinne Bailey Rae

713 Music Hall

Check our Joss Stone & Corinne Bailey at 713 Music Hall! 
Art
Sat Jan. 29 2022

Mosaic of Light

Discovery Green

Mosaic of Light, the next large-scale art installation at Discovery Green, combines light and shadows to create geometric forms and patterns. Designed by HYBYCOZO, studio artists Serge Beaulieu and Yelena ...
Sports
Sat Feb. 12 2022

UFC 271

Toyota Center

The UFC is returning to Houston! The fight for the undisputed middleweight championship of the world lands on February 12 at Toyota Center, as the highly-anticipated rematch between champion Israel ...
Entertainment, Family Friendly
Sun Jan. 23 2022

Green Mountain Energy Ice

Discovery Green

Experience the magic of ice skating under twinkling lights of downtown Houston. Special events, concerts and more planned all season long.
Theater
Thu Feb. 10 2022

High School Play: A Nostalgia Fest

Alley Theatre

It’s senior year in Carrollton, Texas, and Riverside High School's competitive theatre troupe is climbing back to the top from last year's unprecedented loss. Dara is trying to rally his ...

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We Are Downtown

Experiencing Black-Owned Downtown Houston

Let’s be real, Houston has so much to see and do that curating a list of places to visit—specifically ones owned by POC, might be a tad bit tough. Of ...
A Downtown for Dogs

Now that we’ve spent a year at home with our pups, it’s going to be extra difficult to go back to sneaking out of the house and leaving our four-legged ...
Indulge Your Palette at Brasserie

Common Bond has long been one of Houston’s most beloved bakeries, calling patrons from near and far to their original Montrose location for weekday lunches and weekend brunches. They’re known ...
Three Staircases, One Rooftop, a Performance Venue and ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES

POST is multifaceted. And that singular adjective only scratches the surface when it comes to the 16-acre Lovett Commercial adaptive reuse project at 401 Franklin currently in development. It’s natural ...
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