FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston by the Numbers

Seven World Cup matches, 500,000 visitors, and a 39-day fan festival. Here’s how big the city’s FIFA moment really is.

Kickin’ It at Fan Fest

No World Cup Ticket? Houston’s FIFA Fan Festival Has You Covered

Free admission, 40-plus food vendors, a 144-foot cooling canopy, and Trae Tha Truth, Baby Bash, and Mike Jones—here's your complete guide to Houston's biggest watch party.

06/02/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

World Cup Summer

Houston’s FIFA World Cup Summer Is Finally Here. This Is How the City Prepared.

Seven matches at NRG, a 39-day fan festival in EaDo, and $30 million in Downtown upgrades—inside Houston's years-long push to earn its World Cup moment.

06/01/2026 By Saba Khonsari

El Barrio

A Real Local’s Guide to Houston’s East End Neighborhood

The sprawling east side of town is a hub for Mexican culture, award-winning restaurants, and eclectic shops of all kinds.

05/02/2024 By Reyes Ramirez and Daniel Renfrow

Back on Track

An Expert Guide to Dealing with Those Pesky East End Trains

Reclaim your time (and life) by following these key tips and strategies.

02/19/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

PARKS AND RECREATION

New Park and Trail Opens in East Downtown

After breaking ground in 2020, the brand-new park and 0.4-mile bike trail extension now connect Buffalo Bayou to Austin Street.

06/17/2022 By Jessica Lodge

Bat Signals

5 Things To Do In Houston This Weekend, February 25-27

The Rodeo Run 10K, live music at the House of Blues, plus a visit from Batman.

02/24/2022 By Shelby Stewart

More Drinks, Please

This Third Ward Bar Is Getting Bigger and Better

Owners of The Spot in Third Ward announced their expansion into East Downtown.

10/22/2021 By Craig Hayes Edited by Shelby Stewart

More to Come

Hot Pizza Pop-Up Chef Planning Major Moves in 2021

Angie's is closing up shop ... for now?

05/19/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Make a List

8 New Restaurants You Should Try This Spring

As everything improves out there, start thinking about where to go next for dinner.

04/12/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Bishop's Gambit

Cider-Focused Arcade Set to Open in EaDo

Bishop Cider Co. is unveiling its third Cidercade in Texas.

01/27/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Selena: The Mural

See EaDo's New Selena Mural from Artist Donkeemom

The mural, which will be up through December 13, was painted in connection with the new Netflix series about the Queen of Tejano Music.

12/09/2020 By Raven Wuebker

welcome to eado

Rooftop Cinema Club Finds Another Spot to Park Its Drive-In Theater

The new location’s bringing big “25 Days of Christmas” energy with its December movie lineup.

12/03/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Spaced Out

East End Backyard Has the Perfect Outdoor Vibe for Houstonians

A look inside (or maybe outside) Brian Ching's urban playground.

11/24/2020 By Lauro Rojas

Take Me Out

Comfort Food Takeout Guide: EaDo/East End

A Vietnamese bun bo hue, breakfast tacos, and hip heightened comfort classics fill us up right.

10/15/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Let's go to the movies

Space City Shows Drive-In Celebrates Black-Owned Businesses

The EaDo venue, which opened last month, offers a spin on the retro drive-in with a lineup of primarily Black-led films, a live DJ, and snacks from Black-owned food trucks.

10/15/2020 By Adrianne Reece