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How Joe Panzarella Went from "Never Coming Back" to Running for Houston City Council

Joe Panzarella spent years abroad before Houston pulled him back, transforming a BikeHouston volunteer into District C's most compelling candidate.

04/01/2026 By Erica Cheng

Spring in Houston

Where to Find Houston’s Most Beautiful Public Gardens

These seven public gardens highlight Houston’s biodiversity during the city’s most beautiful season.

03/04/2026 By Claire Sewell

Happy Wallets

The Best Free Things to Do in Houston Right Now

Museums, movies, music, and more—here’s how to explore Houston for zilch.

03/03/2026 By Claire Anderson, Jessica Lodge, and Daniel Renfrow

Check in

Hotel Daphne Brings Boutique Luxury to Houston’s Heights

Plus, a new Italian restaurant from Pass and Provisions and Elro chef Terrence Gallivan.

02/18/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Choose Your Adventure

A Weekend in The Woodlands

Stay, shop, dine, and play—The Woodlands is your choose-your-own weekend escape.

02/16/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

Date Night, Remixed

Houston Date Ideas That Go Beyond Dinner and Drinks

Skip crowded restaurants and plan a Houston date built around art, music, nature, and memorable experiences—perfect for Valentine’s Day or any night out.

01/29/2026 By Emma Balter

Eat, Drink, Hou

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: December 5

Holiday lights, tamales, and Christmas pop-ups—it’s tiiiiime.

12/05/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Houstonia Staff

Built Different

Houston’s First 3D Printed Home Community Rises near Hobby

New southeast Houston development Zuri Gardens is betting big on printers, Green Cement, and affordability.

12/05/2025 By Jef Rouner

Eat, Drink, Hou

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: November 14

Your weekend plans, sorted: holiday punch recipes, Tex-Mex brunches, and a giant picnic with new friends.

11/14/2025 By Erica Cheng, Brittany Britto Garley, Sofia Gonzalez, and Meredith Nudo

Fuel up

The Best Restaurants Inside Houston’s IAH and Hobby Airports

Houston prides itself on its locally owned restaurants, and that even carries over to the dining options in its airports.

11/10/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Starlight and Cinema

Grab the Lawn Chairs: Here’s Where to Watch Outdoor Movies in Houston

Finally, good weather has returned to Houston. It's time to enjoy this rare moment by catching a movie at one of the city's many outdoor screens.

10/20/2025 By Rosemary Akpan and Meredith Nudo

Spooky season

Houston’s Creepiest Trails to Explore This Halloween

Haunted forests and zombie chases on local trails promise chills, thrills, and family-friendly frights.

10/08/2025 By Saba Khonsari

Greatest Hits

A Complete Bucket List of the Best Things to Do in Houston

Whether you’re in Houston for a day or a lifetime, we have ideas.

10/06/2025 By Emma Balter

Oh My Gourd

Where to Pick Your Perfect Pumpkin in Houston This Fall

From Insta-ready pumpkin houses to hayrides and haunted trails, these Houston patches are gourd-geous picks for your autumn adventures.

10/03/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Houstonia Staff

Twinkle, twinkle

The Best Spots for Stargazing That Houstonians Can Easily Drive To

Escape the city's light pollution to catch a glimpse of the night sky.

09/05/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Alexia Partouche

Step By 10K Step

Where to Walk 10,000 Steps in Houston—And Why It’s Worth the Sweat

From heart health to longevity, the hype is real. Here's how to hit that number in Houston, even in the heat.

07/11/2025 By Mellanie Perez

The Must List

Be Merry on This Festive Holiday Boat Tour of Buffalo Bayou

Have yourself a swampy little Christmas. Make the yuletide gay-tor.

12/03/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Happy Skating

Ice Rinks Around the Houston Area for Holiday Fun

There’s no better way to feel the spirit of the season.

11/12/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Ghost Busting

Haunted Places in the Houston Area to Get Spooked This Season

Only the bold dare embark on these haunts.

10/07/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

No Sweat, Baby

An Insider’s Guide (Literally) to Indoor Summer Fun in Houston

As the season pushes three-digit temps, you’ll find us having a blast in air-conditioning.

05/28/2024 By Uvie Bikomo, Sofia Gonzalez, and Daniel Renfrow