Take Advantage of Summer in Houston Before It’s Over!
There’s something special about summer. Many people take vacations, get to spend more time with family, and enjoy the sunshine. Take advantage of summer in Houston before it’s over! Check out some of these fun things to do in Houston this summer.
Market Square Park
Market Square Park is the original heart and soul of the community of Houston. Here, you can explore historic remnants or browse beautiful gardens. From live entertainment to great food, to fun events, Market Square Park is full of all kinds of activities. Stop by Market Square Park this summer! Participate in Blanket Bingo on August 17 or watch a movie under the stars on August 25.
Houston Restaurant Weeks
For all the foodies out there, Houston is a great place to be in the summertime! Starting August 1 and running through Labor Day, there are great deals on some of Houston’s most popular restaurants for Houston Restaurant Weeks. During restaurant weeks, participating restaurants serve multi-course prix fixe menus priced at $25 for brunch, $25 for lunch, or $39 or $55 for dinner. Not only will this satisfy your hunger, but it is also for a good cause. Houston Restaurant Weeks is the largest yearly fundraiser for the Houston Food Bank, America’s largest food bank. Every $1 that is donated is 3 meals generated by the Houston Food Bank.
Home Run Dugout
Where are all of our Astros fans at? Try out the Home Run Dugout this summer just outside of Houston. This TopGolf version of baseball includes a high-tech batting experience accompanied by a restaurant and bar. Sign up to take some swings at the batting bay or enjoy some time at the beer garden. Baseball, beer, good food, live music, and more events are going on this summer at the Home Run Dugout.
It’s Still Crawfish Season
Crawfish season is at its tail end as summer starts to wind down. If you’re a crawfish lover, enjoy some of the city’s best crawfish while you can! Act now or you’ll have to wait until the next season rolls around to get your fix. Some popular restaurants for crawfish in Houston include Crawfish Shack, Crazy Cajun, Hot and Buttered, and Boil House.
Miller Outdoor Theatre
Miller Outdoor Theatre has something for everyone! In the summertime, you can watch free professional performances at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Shakespeare, soul music, Indian performing arts, the Miller Summer Mixtape, and a family dance theater are all coming to Miller Outdoor Theatre this August! Bring your own food and drinks and get ready to enjoy a great show!
James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace
The James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace is a sight to be seen, and summer time is a perfect time to take a visit! This pyramidal structure is built to host music performances and equipped with an LED light sequence that projects onto a unique ceiling during sunrise and sunset. This is free and open to the public.
Something for the Kids
There are all kinds of things to do for kids in Houston this summer. Learn about animals at the Houston Zoo, ride a train, play a giant game of tug-of-war, and mine for gems at Blessington Farms, or beat the heat with a waterpark: Typhoon Texas. There are all kinds of ways to keep the kids having fun this summer.
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