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What's one of the best parts of downtown Houston? Why, the beautiful skyline of course! Here at Avenida Houston, we're lucky enough to have some pretty spectacular views of that skyline. ☀ We've come up with a list of must-see views of downtown that you have to hit while you're at Avenida. 😍 Marriott Marquis Pool Deck Atop the Marriott Marquis' pool deck located on... Read More »

Love is in the air this February at Avenida Houston, and so are our Valentine's Day specials.😍 With so many options and so little time, we've put together a complete list of restaurants with unbeatable deals to complete your romantic evening. 💕   MKT Bar For all of you seafood and cocktail lovers, this one's for you! MKT Bar is having a Valentine's Day special... Read More »

Now that the holidays are over, you're probably wondering what you're going to do for the next few months until sweater weather ceases and it's time for afternoons enjoying that beautiful Texas spring weather. Well, we've got a few great additions to your bucket list in celebration of Black History Month that we think you'll enjoy. 😉 February Films Celebrating Black... Read More »

First, in honor of the holidays we brought you Prismatica, a rainbow-colored wonderland of life-size kaleidoscope prisms. But why just light up the Avenida Plaza? To maximize the fun down at Avenida Houston, ANOTHER LED-powered exhibit is soaring through the trees and its name is Paloma.✨ Discovery Green's LED-powered doves are a creation by French creative studio, Pitaya. The series of 200... Read More »

We know, we know, ever since Impulse left the Avenida there's been a void inside many of you... No more light up see-saws? How could it be?! We hear you. So, in the spirit of giving, the Avenida would like to give you a sneak peak of what is kicking off the holiday season with a bang–and more Instagram-worthy photo ops!   Our hottest new interactive art installation, Prismatica... Read More »

So you've broken out the ugly sweaters, cranked up the holidays jams and are scouring the internet looking for the latest holiday bash? On November 22nd from 6-10pm, Discovery Green transforms into Frostival, the winter wonderland of your dreams, and it's FREE! ✨ Experience an ice-carving demonstration by the one and only Reverend Butter and the DLG Ice Factory. Snap an... Read More »

It's holiday season, y'all! Also known as the most magical time of the year. ✨❄️ It's also the most magical time on the Avenida! As we transition into sweater weather, we have a lot of exciting events for you to jam-pack into your already busy calendar! Here's a look at the top events happening on the Avenida this November: Dia De Los Muertos- Nov. 1 st Come celebrate Day of... Read More »

It's October, and the Halloween activities have commenced! There are quite a few wonderfully spooky and festive activities available Downtown.... but our personal favorite is Discovery Green's FREE annual Halloween celebration, "Scream on the Green" on October 25 th from 6-10 pm 😉 In the spirit of everything Halloween, the park will host a variety of ghoulish fun. From... Read More »

Fall is finally here and here on the Avenida we have a lineup of festive, fun activities happening! Here are some upcoming events that we think will leave you FALLing head over heels.  😜 Party on the Plaza: The Marcus King Trio featuring Sir Woman- October 3 rd , 6-10pm Party on the Plaza's fall season has officially arrived! Back and better than ever, come out to the Avenida Plaza to... Read More »

Avenida's marvelous music series is back for the fall season, making its return on Thursday, October 3 rd . Not unlike previous seasons of Party on the Plaza, this season's lineup has a series that'll leave you wanting to add every concert to your calendar. The free concert series will showcase some of the finest local and regional musical talent, accompanied by mouthwatering food and... Read More »