After Gaby Goodweather threw together her daughter’s island-themed bat mitzvah party last year—think pink sand, beach balls, and plenty of leis—she decided to create her own Houston-based event-planning business. Below, three of her favorite venues, perfect for any coming-of-age celebration:
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For the Untraditional | Lucky Strike
The neon-hued downtown bowling alley provides a laidback option for the teenager who wants a party but doesn’t want to dance the “Cha Cha Slide” for the umpteenth time. This place provided the perfect chill-to-fun ratio for a recent bar mitzvah, Goodweather tells us. “The dance floor was small, but it was really more about the bowling and giant Jenga games.”
For the Nature Lover | Evelyn’s Park
Once home to Teas Nursery in Bellaire, this five-acre park includes a lush space suitable for around 200 guests, spanning a covered structure and spacious lawn. “The venue can be dressed up or can be casual,” says Goodweather.
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For the Trendy | The Revaire
This sleek new space off Old Katy Road just inside the 610 Loop, formerly a munitions factory, is a chic, contemporary alternative to the traditional Four Seasons soiree. Its elegantly luxurious, monochromatic look sets the scene for hosting up to 1,000 revelers.
Published in the The Great Texas Camping Guide issue of Houstonia Mag.
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