That’s a Wrap

A Look at Houston’s Notable Arts and Culture Stories from 2024

We’d fill the Library of Congress if we brought you every local art happening, but here’s what we think are the 10ish most impactful.

12/30/2024 By Meredith Nudo

The Tre

A Complete Guide to Third Ward, Houston's Cultural Bedrock

This historic stronghold of Houston’s Black community is home to iconic spots like Frenchy’s Chicken and the Eldorado Ballroom.

05/17/2024 By Phoebe Gibson and Daniel Renfrow

Art Cycle

The Orange Show’s Ever-Quirky Art Bike Parade Is Back

Here’s everything you need to know before heading out to the Orange Show’s parade on May 11.

05/06/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Mobile Expression

How to Build an Art Car, According to an Expert

Educator Rebecca Bass has helped build 37 art cars for the Houston Art Car Parade.

04/10/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Whimsy Vision

Take an Early Look at the Orange Show’s Biggest Expansion Yet

The beloved, quirky Houston landmark is working on a massive new seven-acre campus.

10/25/2023 By Brianna Griff

Alt Mags

Zine Fest Houston's Nebulous History Is All Part of Its Legacy

It all started in Hermann Park 30 years ago. Today, the importance of the self-publishing art form endures in the city.

09/12/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

ZINES!

A Quick Guide to Zine Fest Houston

Houston’s festival for DIY publishing throws down this Saturday at The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art.

11/11/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

IMPRACTICAL SPACES

This New Book Explores Houston’s Art Scene

Pete Gershon chronicles the history of Houston’s artist-run spaces, from the 1900s to now.

05/05/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Vroom Vroom

The 35th Annual Houston Art Car Parade Returned after a Two Year Hiatus

Here are some of our favorite moments.

04/11/2022 By Shelby Stewart Photography by Daniel Kramer

ART ON WHEELS

The Houston Art Car Parade is Back

Everything you need to know to enjoy the four-day event.

03/24/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Hidden Gems

Take Your Kids on a Scavenger Hunt Across Houston

Switch off the screens and take a break from the summer reading—the search is on!

06/09/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Vroom Vroom

Here's What We Loved about Art Car This Year

It's wasn't the parade we're used to, but the three-day festival-like experience was a ride.

05/17/2021 Photography by Daniel Kramer By Catherine Wendlandt and Emma Schkloven

the tradition drives on

Our 10 Favorite Cars at Art Car This Year

Instead of the usual parade, the Art Car By Day Experience is showcasing the craziest motor masterpieces around.

05/14/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Start your engines

UPDATED: Houston’s Art Car Is Revving Up for In-Person May Events

There's no air in the parade's tires this year, but you’ll still be able to get your fix of mobile masterpieces.

03/24/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Best of the Fest

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, April 12–14

From outsider art to fine art to barbecue art, there's a festival for you this weekend.

04/11/2019 By Morgan Kinney

Orange You Glad You Came?

37th Annual Orange Show Gala Bolsters Public Art Promotion and Preservation

This year's Dia de Los Muertos-themed gala raised over $400,000 for the arts center.

11/01/2018 By Abby Ledoux

HBD to DG

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, April 13–15

On tap: Art cars roll into town, pop-tastic jazz, and a Discovery Green coming-of-age celebration.

04/12/2018 By Morgan Kinney

Picture Perfect

Houston's Top 10 Instagrammable Spots for the Summer

Is your feed ready for this?

06/21/2017 By Bianca Rodriguez

Family Fun

Fill Your Baskets at This Weekend's Easter Egg Hunts

Plus: a Peeps-themed art contest!

04/12/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Weekend Picks

Art Car Parade Turns 30, Steve Martin & Martin Short Stop By Sugar Land + More Can't-Miss Events

Did we mention a BBQ fest and a Motown musical?

04/06/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Houstonia Magazine

Orange Show for Visionary Art