Time to Play

Move Over, Man Caves. In Houston, It’s All About the Adult Playroom

From mahjong tables to golf simulators, Houston homeowners are reimagining their play spaces.

09/04/2025 By Diane Cowen

The Must List

Cochinita & Co. Serves Up Weekly Lotería Nights Alongside Great Food

Every Tuesday, regulars and newcomers enjoy a meal and community while playing the beloved Mexican game, livened up with always-changing rules.

05/22/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Pinheads Unite!

Houston’s Secret Pinball Scene Is Hiding in Plain Sight

With pinball “speakeasies” like Wormhole and boutique game design companies like Barrels of Fun, Houston is entering its golden age of pinball.

03/20/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Gaming on the go

New Gaming Lounge Gameway Finds Home in Hobby Airport

If the news of pop-culture festivals like Comicpalooza and Anime Matsuri in Houston wasn’t enough evidence that Houston welcomes gamer culture, maybe this new addition will.

12/07/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Esports Streamer Chase Mason: You Need to Switch to the Galaxy Note20

Loads of remarkable features are a must for serious gamers.

12/21/2020 By Ben McBee

To do, or not to do?

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, July 27–29

Shakespeare, retro gaming, bougie brunch, and more await.

07/26/2018 By Morgan Kinney

Augmented Reality

The 10 Worst Places to Play Pokémon Go in Houston

Or: how not to get mugged or hit by a car while catching them all.

07/18/2016 By Miranda Proctor

Theater

Dungeons & Dragons, '90s Music and Aerial Trapeze: She Kills Monsters

University of Houston's upcoming production will appease everyone's inner geek.

04/15/2016 By Leah Rose

Eat Drink Play

Celebrate Out of the Box: Game Dates

Win or lose, playing games makes everything more exciting. Check out these hot Houston bars which invite guests to enjoy gaming favorites over cocktails and craft beers.

06/22/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Picks

Top Things To Do This Weekend: Aug 15–17

Where to go, who to see, and what to do.

08/13/2014 By Michael Hardy