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!
Dining

Moku Bar

One of the six gems inside the Conservatory Food Hall and Beer Garden, Moku Bar serves up fresh Poké with unlimited toppings, as well as various tempura options. Start by ...
Arts + Entertainment

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is a must-see, must-attend, state-of-the-art entertainment complex.  Designed by Robert A. M. Stern, this $102 million shining star illuminates Houston's Theater District.  The ...
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Houston Symphony

During the 2016-17 season, the Houston Symphony celebrates its third season with Music Director Andrés Orozco- Estrada and continues its second century as one of America’s leading orchestras with a ...

Moku Bar

One of the six gems inside the Conservatory Food Hall and Beer Garden, Moku Bar serves up fresh Poké with unlimited toppings, as well as various tempura options. Start by picking a base (sushi rice, quinoa or mixed greens), then a protein, and up to as many as 16 different toppings which range from mild selections like cucumbers and corn, to others that are a little more daring like hot cheetos and jalapeños. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to create a Poké bowl that is uniquely your own!  
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Tours
Sat May 12 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 ...
Fitness
Mon April 23 2018

Yoga

Discovery Green

Strengthen, relax and recharge with an outdoor yoga class at Discovery Green!
Recreation
Wed April 25 2018

Kayak Rides and R/C Boats

Discovery Green

Leisurely kayak around Kinder Lake and enjoy all the fish swimming beneath the surface.
Education, Family Friendly, Festivals
Sat April 28 2018

UTHealth Stomp Out Stroke Festival

Discovery Green

The Stroke Festival features free health screenings, health education, and entertainment. 
Exhibits
Wed May 02 2018

Chasing Perfection: An Exhibit on Legendary John S. Chase, FAIA, NOMAC

Julia Ideson Library

Featuring architectural drawings, photographs, scrapbooks, and objects from his personal collection, Chasing Perfection: The Work and Life of Architect John S. Chase offers insight into the man who built an ...
Comedy
Sat April 28 2018

Lewis Black: The Jokes on Us Tour

Revention Music Center

See Lewis Black live at Revention Music Center on April 28. 
Recreation
Sat April 28 2018

Bikes on the Bayou

Eleanor Tinsley Park

Bikes on the Bayou is a three-day rally that brings together Houston’s entire two-wheeled community, from motorcycles to scooters to bicycles. Come out for a weekend full of live music featuring ...
Family Friendly
Mon May 14 2018

Toddler Storytime

Central Library

Join for stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for toddlers 18 to 36 months and their caregivers.
Tours
Wed May 02 2018

Saint Arnold Brewing Company Tour

Saint Arnold Brewing Company Tours

Visit Saint Arnold Brewing Company's Brewery and get a behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process. Their knowledgeable staff will explain the history, ingredients, and equipment used to produce the freshest ...
Art
Wed May 02 2018

Out Of Many One

Houston mosaic artist, Chris Silkwood presents solo exhibition of works that reflect the classical in the materials she uses mixed with the contemporary energy of the world around her.
Family Friendly, Food/Drink
Wed May 09 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 ...
Art, Family Friendly
Sat May 05 2018

Art Club

Central Library

Van Gogh, Da Vinci, and why not you?  Explore talented artists and try your hand at mimicking their signature styles to create your own work of art. 
Family Friendly, Library
Wed May 02 2018

Lego Mania

Central Library

Bring the little ones out to Houston Public Library- Central Location for playtime with Legos!

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This is 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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