Behind the scenes

Why You Should Explore The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum

The nation's largest repository of African American Military Memorabilia features artifacts from all over the world.

11/23/2020 By Chris Gray

Behind the Scenes

Secrets of the Museums

Houston's repositories share some of the most unique and intriguing items in their vast permanent collections.

11/23/2020 By Emma Schkloven and Chris Gray

Behind the scenes

Discover the History of the World at the MFAH

The Museum of Fine Art Houston's pieces span 6,000 years, six continents, and just about every historical period and artistic medium ever.

11/23/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Curtain Call

Managing Director Perryn Leech to Bow out of the Houston Grand Opera in December

Instead of hiring a new managing director, the company will begin its search for a general director.

11/20/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Holly Jolly

The Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular Is Heading to a Screen Near You

The annual City of Houston tradition, now in its 101st year, will stream on December 5 and 18.

11/20/2020 By Raven Wuebker

Time to Play Ball

The Sugar Land Skeeters Are Joining the Houston Astros Empire

It was announced Friday that the once independent team will become the Astros’ new triple-A affiliate.

11/20/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Just a Little

Recipes for a Small Thanksgiving Gathering (Maybe 2?)

Since this year has thrown us a curveball, knock it out of the park.

11/20/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Hop Explosion

Beer News: Spindletap Turns 5 and Brews up a Big IPA

Plus, Baa Baa Brewhouse has a big drop planned for Friday evening.

11/20/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Holiday shopping

12 Cool Gifts at This Year's Nutcracker Market

These are a few of our favorite things.

11/20/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

One Choir, Two Choir

5 Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, Nov 20–22

Because Dave Chappelle’s surprise three-night residency sold out in less than a day.

11/20/2020 Photography by Emma Schkloven

Going, Going, Gone

36 Incredible Travel Deals to Book by Cyber Monday

Grab these savings, and 2021 might just be the best comeback year ever.

11/20/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Feeling Festive

Texas Resorts Roll out the Fun with Holiday Packages

Heated waterparks, snow tubing, and more yuletide perks.

11/20/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Bah Humbug

Galveston's Dickens on the Strand Cancelled for 2020

The annual Victorian-themed holiday festival will return to the island in 2021.

11/19/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Somm Talk

These French Wines Pair Perfectly with Thanksgiving

Alsace offers a variety of stunning bottles, some found locally, that go great with turkey and more.

11/19/2020 By Justin Vann

Merry and Bright

Moody Gardens’ Holiday in the Gardens is Back to Light Up Your Holiday Season

The Galveston tourist destination’s annual Christmas event kicks off this weekend and runs all the way through January 2.

11/19/2020 By Raven Wuebker

Fah who foraze! Dah who doraze!

Tap into Your Inner Seuss at the All New Hou-Ville Christmas Village

The Houston spin on How the Grinch Stole Christmas!’s Whoville will be bringing holiday cheer all December long.

11/19/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Top 3 Grandma-Approved Holiday Recipes Made Easy

Channel the home-cooked goodness of your childhood with this surprising ingredient. (Hint: It’s probably in your pantry.)

11/18/2020

Out and About

Main Street Downtown to Close for Cars, Host More Outdoor Dining

A program approved by City Council will change the look of the artery through early 2022.

11/18/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Holiday Treats

Houston Ballet Is Bringing Its Classic Christmas Show into the Digital Age with Nutcracker Sweets

While the company has also cancelled in-person shows through June 2021, it will be creating new online programming in its place.

11/18/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Swanky

Get a Taste and Lounge at the Highly Anticipated MARCH Restaurant

The newest restaurant from Goodnight Hospitality is offering a holiday escape.