Houston Guide

Table of Contents

Attractions
Crafts, Creative Hobbies, Skills, Education
Health & Wellness
Fitness Classes
Relaxation

Nature
Parks
Gardens
Trails
Museums, Performing Arts, & Live Music
Museums
Ballet
Plays
Opera
Concert Venues
Sports & Athletics (Watch or Participate)
Bowling 
Dance
Golf
Pickleball
Polo
Tennis 
Shared Interests Groups
Volunteering
Miscellaneous

About

There’s nothing to do in Houston? All there is to do in Houston is eat and shop.

Whether local, visitor, or new transplant, a lack of things to do in Houston is the number one complaint by people living or visiting the city. In actuality there are a tone of things to in the city, it’s just a matter of whether or not you want to do them.

I’ve compiled a diverse database things to do in the city through the available information provided on the internet. I’ve tried to limit the list to activities and attraction within 15 mile radius of downtown Houston, but concentrated on places in and near the 610 Loop to ease navigation and reduce time for visitors and those without a car. Please do your due diligence to verify information by contacting the business before visiting and read reviews.

Be sure to check the location’s websites for seasonal or pop-up events they may host throughout the year.

If you know of an interesting activity please email home@attawellsummer.com. Please submit your information in the following format:

Business Name
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Website or Social Media
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Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern
Former drinking water reservoir built in 1926 for the City of Houston. Buffalo Bayou Partnership restored and repurposed the 87,500 square-foot Cistern into a public space for tours, performances, and art installations. Events include meditation and concerts. Check website for times and pricing for specific events.

The Water Works
105-B Sabine Street
Houston, TX 77007
Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 6pm (General Cistern tour)
(713) 752-0314
www.buffalobayou.org/location/the-cistern
Price: General Cistern tours $12, Seniors, military, and students $10. All Cistern tours are free on the first Thursday of the month. Reservations are required to visit the Cistern. Children ages 9+ only.

James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace
Built in 2012, the pyramidal structure accommodates 120 people between two levels. Twilight Epiphany is acoustically engineered to host musical performances. The structure is equipped with an LED light sequence that projects onto the ceiling and through an aperture in the roof during sunrise and at sunset. The light sequence can be viewed every day at sunrise and sunset. Each sequence lasts approximately 40 minutes.

Rice University (visit website for detailed direction)
6100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77005
skyspace@rice.ed
www.moody.rice.edu/james-turrell-twilight-epiphany-skyspace
Price: free

Black Phlox
Candle making
1110 Van Buren Street, #2
Houston,TX 77019
Sunday — Mononday, 12pm — 6pm and Thursday — Saturday 12pm —8pm
info@blackphlox.com
www.blackphlox.com
Price varies

Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies
Art classes in painting and sketching. Other classes offering as well (language, educator, technology, humanities, and more).

Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies - Anderson-Clarke Center
6100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77005
cpcoord@rice.edu
www.glasscock.rice.edu/arts
Price varies, see website for price of specific classes

Watercolor Art Society-Houston
Founded in 1975, the Watercolor Art Society – Houston (WAS-H ) is a non-profit organization. For almost 50 years, WAS-H has brought the excitement of watermedia to the greater Houston area with exhibits, instruction, and dedicated community outreach. Year-round opportunities are provided to every level of painter, from novice to seasoned expert. Art lovers are invited to enjoy monthly exhibits in our gallery in the Museum District.

1601 W. Alabama St.
Houston, TX 77006
Tuesday - Saturday, 10am — 3pm
admin@watercolorhouston.org
www.watercolorhouston.org/Classes-and-Workshops
Price varies

Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston
Drawing, painting, ceramics, and more
5601 S. Braeswood Blvd.
Houston, TX 77096
ejoyce@erjcchouston.org, (713) 729-3200
www.erjcchouston.org/art-classes
Price varies

Central Market Cooking School
Perfect your pairings, practice cutting-edge culinary techniques and expand your repertoire – while improving your confidence level and having fun in our kitchen! Taught by our expert cooking school instructors and guest chefs from around the world, their cooking classes offer fun for the whole family. From multi-course meals to cookie decorating. Central Market also has live music event on the weekends.

3815 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 386-1700
www.eventbrite.com/o/central-market-cooking-school-houston-30372805718
Price: $35 and up

Current Meditation
Current Meditation is an unmatched meditation experience. Their innovative, multi-sensory experience combines neuroscience, proven practices, caring guides, and a supportive community to create an environment that enables you to stretch your brain, build upon essential life skills and essentially change your mind for the better.

5186 Buffalo Speedway
Houston, TX 77005
Hours of Operation: 
studio0001@becurrent.com | 281-214-6600
www.becurrent.com/studio

Fitness classes at Discovery Green
Yoga, Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Check website for details.

Discovery Green Park
1500 McKinney Street
Houston, Texas 77010
Gentle Yoga Flow and Sound Meditation, Tuesdays 6:30PM-7:30PM
Hatha Yoga, Saturdays 9:00AM-10:00AM
Contact: www.discoverygreen.com/contact-us
www.discoverygreen.com/signature-experiences/fitness-in-the-park
Price: Free

The Mind Body Spirit Institute at The Jung Center
The Jung Center’s Mind Body Spirit Institute is leading the way in teaching how to live more balanced, productive, and healthy lives. Our classes, consulting, and professional training are each designed to help individuals learn how to reduce stress and burnout, improve health and resilience, and nourish the human spirit in both their personal and work lives. Bookstore, Library, gallery, and business office. Hours varies, see website for details. The Jung Center is just a short walking distance from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

5200 Montrose Blvd.
Houston, TX 77006
feedback@junghouston.org | 713.524.8253
www.junghouston.org/mind-body-spirit-institute

ClassPass
ClassPass is a fitness and wellness app that brings together various fitness classes and experiences. It allows you to try different fitness classes/studios across the city while have a single membership.
www.classpass.com

Museums

Houston Toy Museum
Museum displaying rare toys and nostalgia, gift shop, and hosting events.

321 W 19th St., Suite C
Houston, TX 77008
Mon: Closed
Tues. – Wed: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thurs: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri. – Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
(281) 305-8828, info@houstontoymuseum.com
www.houstontoymuseum.com
Price: $14 for Adults. Discounted tickets available (see website for details).

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Permanent and visiting collections, lectures, interactive installations, films, and happy hour events

1001 Bissonnet St.
Houston, TX 77005
Sun: 12:30PM – 6:00PM
Wed: 11:00AM – 5:00PM
Thurs: 11:00AM – 9:00PM
Fri: 11:00AM – 6:00PM
Sat: 11:00AM – 6:00PM
Contact Information (phone and or email)
www.mfah.org
Price: $24. Discounted tickets available (see website for details). Free to view the permanent collection on Thursdays with discounted tickets for temporary exhibits and installations.

Bayou Bend, Rienzi 
Museum for European decorative arts

1406 Kirby Dr.
Houston, TX 77019
Mon – Fri: 10:00AM – 5:00PM
(713) 639-7800, rienzi@mfah.org
www.mfah.org/admissions/rienzi
Price: $5-10, Free for children under 12.

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Museum for American decorative arts

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Performing Arts

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Alley Theatre
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615 Texas Ave.
Houston, TX 77002
Hours of Operation: Varies
(713) 220-5700, boxoffice@alleytheatre.org
www.alleytheatre.org
Price: Varies

Moore’s School of Music at University of Houston
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The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University
Orchestral, chamber music, and opera

Rice University 
6100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77005
Hours of Operation: Varies
(713) 348-4854, musi@rice.edu
www.music.rice.edu/events
Price: Varies

Concert Venues

Solar Sounds (Houston)
Creating space where music matters. Sofar brings artists and audiences together through unique live music experiences in surprising spaces. Various secret locations around the city. Location revealed 36 hours before the show.

Location: Varies
Hours of Operation: Shows usually start at 7:30PM
Contact Info: www.help.sofarsounds.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
www.sofarsounds.com/cities/houston
$24/person

Miller Outdoor Theater
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Jones Hall
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Wortham Theater Center
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Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
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713 Music Hall
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May 2019

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March 2019

Voyage Houston Interview

Do current events, local or global, affect your work and what you are focused on?

My work usually draws on the past to create a new present and future. However, the transformation I’ve personally experienced from hearing and seeing others’ story has allowed me to take the risk and tell my story, in a somewhat nontraditional form. The events in the last 10 to 15 years created new outlets, storytellers, and point of views via multiple art mediums. All of which are now more easily accessible than ever to use and view. It made me realize the importance of visibility and that there is nothing hindering me from telling my story or any story in a way I, as the artist and creator, want to. I have the power to create the personal or fictional narrative I want and if I don’t do it someone else will do it for me. To allow someone else to create and tell my story takes away my power. The power to create was one of the reasons why I became and still love being an artist. Looking back, my passion to become a creative was born out of my feelings of helplessness and lack of control over my life as a child.

You can read the full interview here.

October 1-31, 2017

31 Days of Horror Online Film Fest
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September 2017

Inclusion in Women Who Draw, and open directory of female illustrators.