Free Press Summer Fest : June 1-2, 2013

As we gear-up for this year event, we stand by our core principles from last year: hydration, bicycles and cotton clothing will make your festival experience a breeze.

MUSIC

Last week, Free Press released the stellar line up for its 2013 festival. With The Postal Service, Bassnectar, Iggy and the Stooges, TV on the Radio and Passion Pit headlining, it’s no surprise that general admission passes have sold out. Fancy Pants and High Roller passes ...

Take your pick! There’s more than a dozen delightful brunches in downtown:

Batanga - 908 Congress

Mix it up with the worldly flavors of Batanga, Market Square’s newest restaurant that boasts delicious tapas dishes from Spain and Latin America! Or, try the paella, one of Spain’s signature dishes made for sharing.

Four Seasons - 1300 Lamar

Pamper Mom with a French-inspired brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Houston. Families will discover the art of French cooking as they explore the various food ...

This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on a Sunday.. but downtown is celebrating all weekend long for one of our favorite holidays!

Uno: The Cinco de Mayo Parade

Saturday, May 4 at 10 am

Now in it’s 21^st year, the LULAC District VIII Cinco de Mayo Parade celebrates the pride, history and folklore behind the Mexicans’ victory  against the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. The parade starts at 10 am, with the route beginning at Hamilton and Texas (near Minute Maid Park) ...

Last night, the streets were a'buzz with the Sip + Socialize Street Festival. Midway announced GreenStreet, the new name for the property formerly known as Houston Pavilions.

What's so green about GreenStreet?

The visitor experience will be greatly transformed as a result of the renovation.GreenStreet will become a vibrant green space with a community destination formonthly event programming, dining and entertainment. The brand coalesces around three simple, but powerful core values that express what it has to offer: renew, reenergize and relax.

“We are proud to reveal ...