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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Notsuoh

And for those who have missed James Pirtle’s Notsuoh, mourn no longer; this funky spot is open again. Patrons can enjoy art, music, games and more along with its simple ...
Dining

McAlister's Deli

This fast casual deli serves fresh salads, sandwiches, soups, and giant stuffed potatoes.
Parks

Jones Plaza

Located in the heart of the Theater District, Jones Plaza has a long history as downtown Houston's outdoor centerpiece, dating to its construction in 1966. The plaza, one block square ...

Notsuoh

And for those who have missed James Pirtle’s Notsuoh, mourn no longer; this funky spot is open again. Patrons can enjoy art, music, games and more along with its simple menu.
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Exhibits
Mon Nov. 05 2018

South and North of the Border: Houston Paints Houston

Heritage Society

The Houston Paints Houston exhibit brings together more than 60 works created over more than 130 years that can help present-day Houstonians better understand how the vision of the city ...
Art
Fri Oct. 26 2018

Open House

Sam Houston Park

Open House is an interactive temporary public sculpture created by local artists, Dan Havel and Dean Ruck. Sourced from Cherry House Moving Company, the 1940s-era house has circular holes into the ...
Fitness, Recreation
Sun Nov. 04 2018

Tai Chi

Discovery Green

Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art system that has a long history of improving one’s health, balance, and harmony with the universe. Leading the class is Trey Dick who ...
Live Music
Sun Oct. 21 2018

Unplugged at Discovery Green

Discovery Green

Unplugged at Discovery Green showcases the best musical acts in town performing in an unplugged concert series that challenges them to rethink, rearrange and deliver a unique performance of their ...
Networking, Speaker Series
Thu Oct. 18 2018

Everything I Needed to Know About Money I Learned from My Broke @$$ Friends

The Hines Center

Based on the title of his book, “Everything I Needed to Know About Money I Learned from My Broke @$$ Friends” join us as we hear funny, unique and honest ...
Family Friendly, Festivals
Sat Nov. 03 2018

Heartmade Harvest Art Market

Main Street Square

Knock out your holiday shopping at Heartmade Art Market. This curated market features works and wares from more than 70 regional artists, crafters and creatives.  The festivities offer something for ...
Tours
Tue Nov. 06 2018

Minute Maid Park Tour

Minute Maid Park Tour

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Minute Maid Park, including historic Union Station, broadcasting booth or press boxes, Astros' or visitors' dugout, luxury suites and much more.  Mon-Sat 10 am and at ...
Art
Mon Nov. 05 2018

Dracula! Inspirations by Edward Gorey

Arts Brookfield in partnership with the Alley Theatre presents DRACULA! Inspirations by Edward Gorey, a selection of costumes and sets designed with great wit and elegance by Edward Gorey.
Theater
Sat Nov. 10 2018

An American In Paris

Jones Hall

Fall in love with the beauty of Paris and the magic of Gershwin’s music as this 1951 classic film and Academy Award Best Picture winner comes to the big screen ...
Education, Family Friendly, Food/Drink
Sat Oct. 27 2018

Kids Haunted House Decorating Classes

Phoenicia Specialty Foods

Candy corn and marshmallow ghosts will fill your Halloween haunted house in this spooky fun decorating class! Bring your costume to Phoenicia's and boogie with Chef Ryan as he plays all ...
Fitness, Recreation
Sun Nov. 04 2018

Bayou Bikers

Market Square Park

Bayou Bikers meet at Market Square Park on the first Sunday of the month for 25- to 40-mile bike rides exploring the bayous of Houston. Rides are open to all. ...
Family Friendly, Food/Drink
Wed Oct. 24 2018

City Hall Farmer's Market

City Hall/Hermann Square

It’s a food-lovers delight at Urban Harvest’s City Hall Farmers Market. The public can enjoy a variety of locally prepared, ready-to-eat or packaged to-go foods, pick up farm-fresh weekly groceries ...
Tours
Thu Oct. 25 2018

Heritage Society Historic Homes Tour

Heritage Society

Nestled among 19 acres in the heart of downtown Houston, the Heritage Society boasts eight historic structures dating from 1823 to 1905. Each historic structure is authentically restored to reflect ...

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Meet Downtown

Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots

While Downtown Houston has always had a number of dining options to choose from, over the past five years or so, there have been a lot of newcomers to the ...
Margarita Madness in Downtown

While the margarita has long been a go-to tequila favorite, downtown’s sultans of cocktail crafting have been hard at work creating new twists on the classic drink.  Check out our ...
Local Flavor

Local Foods has arrived Downtown. The brainchild of hometown heroes Benjy Levit and chef/partner Dylan Murray, Local Foods struck an immediate chord when it first launched in 2011 next door ...
50 things to do this summer

Hot, hotter, hottest. Downtown is on fire with activities, destinations, and events all summer long, and we don’t want you to miss any of it. From Astros to kombucha, Free ...
Bridging the Bayou

Buffalo Bayou is the ultimate symbol of Houston. Spanning some 53 miles across the vast Houston area – from Katy to the Ship Channel – the bayou has had its ...
Day trips from Downtown

Whether you’re staying downtown during your Houston vacation and are eager to explore, or you’re just an everyday resident looking for a little weekend adventure, downtown’s proximity to other hip ...
Masters of the YUMiverse

The Tcholakian family name has been intertwined with Phoenicia Specialty Foods for over 30 years, but only in the last five has their international empire directly reached a Downtown audience. ...
Underground Oasis

One of the latest trends sweeping the restaurant industry has been the opening of food halls across the nation. What is a food hall? Think of it as a fancier ...
Upscale Italian Fare

Summer is in full swing, you’re rolling with your squad Downtown, and as you’re taking a stroll through the Ballpark District, you find yourself in front of two unfamiliar, black-trimmed ...
Visit Avenida

When the newly refurbished George R. Brown Convention Center wrapped up its multimillion-dollar renovations, it forever changed Downtown’s Convention District. Not only did the construction physically change the building space ...
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