Rice Village’s Vibrant New Season

The re-blossoming of a landmark and legacy.

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This season, embark on an earscaping adventure with Studs, offering safe, professional piercing services using needles (never guns) and over 250 earrings you can mix and match to create a look that is uniquely you.

What makes for a lovely spring morning? Dining on Badolina Bakery’s chic, sun-dappled patio, enjoying their variety of freshly baked breads, pastries, custom cakes, and house-ground coffee.

Houston’s warm weather months call for linens that are breathable, lightweight—yet still sumptuous. Stop by Parachute to explore their timeless bedding, bath, and home collections.

Nothing beats a springtime alfresco meal at Sixty Vines. Get ready to be transported to wine country, without having to leave the city.

Known for activewear that takes you from morning to night, Vuori’s got you (and your many adventures) covered this spring.

Rice Box has arrived in Rice Village, with its flavor-forward Chinese-American fare, edgy-fun ambiance, and cult following in tow. Whether you dine in or order to go, you can’t go wrong with this Houston favorite.

Shopping for versatile footwear for your upcoming spring and summer adventures? Shop Allbirds’ sustainable styles that will keep your feet comfy and dry all season long.

Spruce your kids’ springtime wardrobe with sustainable Spanish clothing line NANOS. Shop Easter outfits, everyday play clothes, and everything in between.

This spring, stop by new neighbor Bluestone Lane, where the coffee is premium-quality and the menu is as fresh as the well-appointed interiors.

High-quality western wear at honest prices. Tecovas will always shoot you straight.

A vibrant haven tucked in the heart of Houston, Rice Village is known for its oak-lined avenues and lovable mix of shops and variegated architecture. It’s an area rooted in a strong sense of place marked by generations of merchants and families. Through the years it has been home to mom-and-pop businesses and quirky variety stores, upscale eateries and boutiques—yet the Village has stayed true to its legacy, to the eclectic magic that distinguishes it from other pockets of the city.

Since 2020, Rice Village has been busy undergoing a landmark transformation that is sure to sustain its treasured stature for years to come. Major improvements include the addition of lush landscaping, verdant facades, and artistic moments that complement the area’s majestic canopy of oaks.

New additions have also freshened up Rice Village’s roster of tenants. Wildly successful brands and concepts like Navy Blue, Parachute, Vuori, Rice Box, Bluestone Lane, and Allbirds signal that the Village remains a choice destination for discerning businesses and consumers alike.

Renovations in Rice Village are ongoing, all in service of becoming Houston’s first walkable garden district, a natural commons for nearby families, academics, and professionals.

Springtime is a great time to partake in the vibrancy and versatility of Rice Village. An active events calendar—including the weekly Rice Village Farmers Market, holiday programming, and seasonal pop-ups—offers ample opportunity to connect with neighbors and soak in the local scene.