Arts & Culture

Jingle Bells

The 2022 Nutcracker Market Will Introduce 50 New Shops to NRG

The annual event taking place at the NRG Center boasts 270 vendors this year.

10/27/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Festival of Lights

9 Very Cool Diwali Celebrations and Events Around Houston

This year's Houston celebrations include light shows, ceremonies, and meals.

10/20/2022 By Shelby Stewart

THINGS TO DO

Murals and More to Take Over Downtown with Massive Block Party

Muralists, artists and street art enthusiasts unite; this one's for you.

10/13/2022 By Amarie Gipson

West University

Property Watch: The Iconic “Darth Vader House” Hits the Market Again

The force is strong with this one.

10/13/2022 By Melissa Dalton

DATE NIGHT

7 Local First Dates Perfect For Keeping It Casual

From guided painting to boba tea, here’s our list of top date spots for all things easygoing.

10/10/2022 By Anna Rajagopal

THINGS TO DO

4 Ways to Celebrate Filipino Culture in Houston This Month

Order some sisig and let's celebrate.

10/07/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Elements of Style

Art or Architecture? This Houston Design Firm Is Blurring the Lines

Meet rootlab, the business that’s taking Houston’s design scene by storm.

10/06/2022 By Alexia Partouche

WORLD OF COLOR

Color Factory: The Expert’s Guide to Houston’s “Rainbow Wonderland”

Plan your rainbow-colored journey through the Color Factory's interactive museum.

10/05/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

THINGS TO DO

Sunsets, Salsa, and Ceramics: 6 Artsy Dates in Houston

It's cuffing season and we're making it easy to keep the love alive.

10/05/2022 By Amarie Gipson

THINGS TO DO

8 Upcoming Houston Film Festivals to Mark on Your Calendar

From comedies to underwater films, these festivals showcase it all.

10/05/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Skele-fun Events

11 Halloween Events Happening in Houston This October

These family-friendly spooktacular events are full of tricks and treats.

10/03/2022 By Danielle Wright, Shelby Stewart, and Claire Anderson

On The Town

Clutch City Clubs: 11 of Houston's Greatest Nightclubs

Houston’s crop of nightlife hotspots pumps up the energy for all types of clubgoers.

10/03/2022 By Amarie Gipson With Shelby Stewart and Daniel Renfrow

Mash The Throttle!

Monster Jam Is Roaring Back to Houston in October

Get your tickets now to see your favorite truck back on the track.

09/30/2022 By Jessica Lodge

Spotted

These 15 Celebrities Have Gorgeous Homes in Texas

Celebrity sightings are not uncommon anymore in the Lone Star State.

09/29/2022 By Shelby Stewart

THINGS TO DO

3 Reasons to Visit MFAH's New and Improved Hirsch Library

Inside the museum’s free and freshly minted art library.

09/29/2022 By Amarie Gipson

DRINK AND BE MERRY

Prost! 7 Oktoberfest Events Happening Right Here in Houston

Celebrate the famous German beer festival with drinks and dogs at one of these Houston events.

09/28/2022 By Claire Anderson

COMEDY

Amanda Seales on Comedy, Hip-Hop, and Her MTV VJ Days

Ahead of her September 30 show at Bayou City Music Hall, the Insecure star opens up about her earliest connections to Texas.

09/27/2022 By Sama’an Ashrawi

CLUTCH CITY CLUBS

How Paradise Palace Is Changing Houston’s Nightlife Scene

Three reasons we love East Downtown's new dance hub.

09/23/2022 By Amarie Gipson Photography by Darío De León

BANNED BOOKS

10 Popular Titles on Texas's Very Long List of Banned Books

Those under fire include titles dealing with racism, police brutality, gender and sexuality.

09/22/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Saddle Up!

Up For a Challenge? Here’s How to Win the 2022 Tour de BCycle

Join the monthlong Tour de BCycle challenge and visit over 150 bike share stations across Houston.

09/22/2022 By Stephanie Bartels