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YandelSinfónico USA Tour 2026 Toyota Center October 10, 2026 Reggaeton and classical arrangements, you say? Yes is the answer given by Yandel, who stopped by the Toyota Center Saturday night for his Sinfónico USA Tour 2026. If you don’t…Concerts at Houston Press
Natalie de la Garza · Concerts
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Editor's note: It's time to look back at the top Houston news of the week, starting with America's best small cities before diving into the new Texas Michelin Guide. Read on for our most popular stories, then plan your weekend here. 1. 4…at CultureMap Houston
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Houston, we have hockey. The Houston Bulls are set to make their Houston-area home debut on Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17, at the new Deep South Ice & Sports Center in Richmond. After their originally scheduled home-opening…at Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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[Editor’s note: When David Skinner, chef and owner of Kemah’s celebrated eculent and Ishtia restaurants, offered to share his experience eating at one of the world’s best restaurants, we said, of course. Read on for his experience at…at CultureMap Houston
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Five Texas-made products took top honors in Quest for Texas Best, the annual competition hosted by Texas supermarket chain H-E-B, sharing $110,000 in cash prizes, as well as a chance to be sold at H-E-B stores.According to a release, the…at CultureMap Houston
Teresa Gubbins
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When life gives you lemons, throw an Italian soirée.Houston weather permitting.At the Hotel Granduca Houston, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital toasted the final days of summer with Dolce Vita, an Italian-inspired evening for 150 guests…at CultureMap Houston
Joel Luks
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Contemporary-leaning Houstonians who share a keen appreciation for heritage craftsmanship and a need for speed now have something fresh to covet. The ink on the bill of lading is barely dry, yet the hotly-anticipated Giorgetti | Maserati…at CultureMap Houston
Emily Cotton
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Weekend plans? Make room for a little route planning. According to Houston TranStar’s construction schedule , several major freeways will close for this weekend including full shutdowns on stretches of southbound I-69 and westbound I-610…at Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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If pumpkin patches and roadside haunted houses aren't quite scary enough, it is time to plan a Halloween-themed road trip. The brave can explore everything from haunted hotels and cemeteries to ghostly aircraft carriers, and even ride in a…at CultureMap Houston
Gabi De la Rosa
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A café that shifts from morning to night What’s on the menu Grand opening and parkingat Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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Aaron Bludorn expands to The Woodlands plus The Riot Comedy Club gets a cafe.Restaurant News at Houston Press
Lorretta Ruggiero · Restaurant News
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We bring you a list of the hottest culinary happenings in Houston this weekend.Things To Do at Houston Press
Brooke Viggiano · Things To Do
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Five new Bib Gourmands, nine Recommended picks, and three of Michelin’s four special awards: Here’s who made the 2026 Texas list.Eat & Drink at Houstonia Magazine
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It will be a rockin' good time when Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Def Leppard and Goo Goo Dolls team up for a co-headlining tour in 2027, which will include a stop at the Toyota Center in Houston on Tuesday, June 1.The two bands, along with…at CultureMap Houston
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The 2010 film The Social Network — about the early years of Facebook after Mark Zuckerberg created the social media site — was a landmark movie in many ways. But given the time it was made — just four years after it went public beyond…at CultureMap Houston
Alex Bentley
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Houston and six more Texas cities are soaring among the best places in the U.S. for women in tech, a new report says.H-Town ranked No. 15 nationwide in SmartAsset's new report, "Best and Worst Cities for Women in Tech — 2026 Study," which…at CultureMap Houston
Amber Heckler
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Houston swapped city slick for frontier chic as the 38th annual Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball saddled up for “The New Frontier.”Chairs Abby Alford and Maria Martinez, honorary chairs Robin and Danny Klaes and Trini Mendenhall-Royalty and…at CultureMap Houston
Joel Luks
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The Texas restaurant scene is once again in the international spotlight. Breaking from its invite-only ceremony of the previous two years, the Michelin Guide revealed its statewide selections via a press release.Three new restaurants were…at CultureMap Houston
Brandon Watson
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As Americans grow increasingly concerned about where their food comes from, beef sourcing has become part of a larger conversation about quality, safety, and supporting American ranchers.The White House's decision to allow 300,000 metric…at CultureMap Houston
Brianna McClane
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The three new One-Star restaurants MICHELIN Houston 2026at Secret Houston
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One listen to any of the four previous albums from Austin-based band Shoulders, and it’s easy to see why they were crowned by the Austin Chronicle as the best avant-garde band in 1987 and for the next five years after that. “None of us…Concerts at Houston Press
Gladys Fuentes · Concerts
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Food, Marketplace, and Community Booths The Music and Dance Lineupat Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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We take a look at the upcoming food and drink events in Houston.Things To Do at Houston Press
Brooke Viggiano · Things To Do
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Houston falls into new art realms this month as intriguing new exhibitions open that take art lovers from Earth’s elements, specifically silver, all the way to the Moon.The Blaffer showcases provocative contemporary artists, and the CAMH…at CultureMap Houston
Tarra Gaines
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This weekend, the Houston Cinema Arts Festival will wind down with screenings at such venues as the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Rice Cinema, and The DeLUXE Theater. The DeLUXE will also be present the Houston Comedy Film Festival, a…at CultureMap Houston
Craig D. Lindsey
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A Houston hospitality veteran has found a new home at one of the city’s most iconic dining rooms. Jonathan Horowitz is the new general manager of the Tea Room at the Junior League of Houston. Over the course of his two decade career,…at CultureMap Houston
Eric Sandler
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Brunch went big — like Texas big — as Sky High for Kids saddled up for its 11th annual Ladies Who Brunch on September 27 at the Revaire. Co-chairs Alex Joven Kinsey and Peyton Wallace welcomed a sold-out crowd to a Ralph Lauren-inspired…at CultureMap Houston
Joel Luks
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The Austin-based Texas State History Museum Foundation (TSHMF) has set the date for its 23rd annual Texas Independence Day Dinner and unveiled the 2027 recipients of its prestigious History-Making Texan Award, which includes a prominent…at CultureMap Houston
Amber Heckler
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The reality competition show Dancing with the Stars will once again go on tour in 2027, bringing their moves to more fans than ever in arenas, including a stop at the Toyota Center in Houston on Sunday, March 14. The tour will feature many…at CultureMap Houston
Alex Bentley
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Eight weekends, eight themes What’s on the grounds Food, drink and 21+ experiences Camping Get tickets to Texas Renaissance Festival Tickets for the 2026 Texas Renaissance Festival are now available, with prices varying by date, age and…at Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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The big show – sorry, shows – this week feature Usher and Chris Brown, who will play two nights at Reliant Stadium, on Friday and Saturday.Things To Do at Houston Press
Tom Richards · Things To Do
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While no state is invulnerable, some do more to protect their residents than others. And a new study has declared Texas one of the five least safe states in America.WalletHub's "Safest States in America (2026)" report examined all 50…at CultureMap Houston
Amber Heckler
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Houstonians have embraced Terry Black’s Barbecue. Since the Michelin-recommended, Austin-based barbecue joint opened its Houston location in August, fans have been lining up for its signature Central Texas-style smoked meats. Now, the…at CultureMap Houston
Eric Sandler
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Crux Climbing Center, one of Austin's best indoor bouldering and climbing gyms, opened its first Houston location in September and is hosting a grand opening celebration this weekend. "As a native Houstonian, bringing Crux to the Bayou…at CultureMap Houston
Jef Rouner
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The annual Southern Smoke Festival reached another milestone in 2026. Held at Discovery Green on Sunday, August 4, the event raised $2 million in support of the Southern Smoke Foundation’s mission to provide emergency assistance and mental…at CultureMap Houston
Eric Sandler
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Bolstered by a thriving manufacturing sector, Waller County—the country’s second-fastest-growing county—leads all Houston-area counties for the growth of pay from 2021 to 2026, according to a new study.The study, conducted by personal…at CultureMap Houston
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Shopping at Round Top's famous antique shows can be daunting even for the most experienced pros. There is a lot of ground to cover, with shopping spread across miles of fields, barns, and venues along Highway 237. To make the fashion hunt…at CultureMap Houston
Gabi De la Rosa
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Colby Smith
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Houston METRO offers free rides to adults aged 70 and older who sign up for a senior fare card. It covers five services, making it easier to get around town without paying for each trip. Which services are included? The benefit covers…at Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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We checked out Southern Smoke Festival 2026 and it was a blast.Restaurant News at Houston Press
Lorretta Ruggiero · Restaurant News
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Fans of Houston’s performing arts groups have a reason to celebrate. Jones Hall, home to the Houston Symphony and Performing Arts Houston has completed a five-year, $67.5 million renovation project.Virtually every component of the Jesse H.…at CultureMap Houston
Eric Sandler
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East Texas is gaining a new state park at Lake Palestine that will include amenities like hike-and-bike trails, campsites, and lakefront access.The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation has paid more than $10 million for a 650-acre ranch at…at CultureMap Houston
John Egan
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Four Houston neighbors — with Friendswood at the top of the pack— have been rated among the best small cities in America for 2026.WalletHub's annual survey compared over 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000…at CultureMap Houston
Amber Heckler
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At just 17 years old, Angel Maldonado’s life changed when a severe car accident resulted in a spinal cord injury. What followed was a journey not just of physical recovery, but of profound personal and professional transformation. Today,…at CultureMap Houston
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After last month’s sensational season openers, Houston theaters are still not ready to slow down. Comedy is king and queen this month, as sizzling satires on make the must-see list, while other performing arts companies get ready for…at CultureMap Houston
Tarra Gaines
Local press Houstonia Magazine
Round Top isn’t just for antique season. Here’s how to eat, drink, shop, and unwind in this tiny Texas town at any time of year.Eat & Drink at Houstonia Magazine
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The Original Round Top Antiques Fair returns to Texas this month! Widely regarded as Texas’s largest antiques-focused fair—and one of the biggest antiques events in the country, the bi-annual event turns the tiny town of Round Top and the…at Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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Kacey Musgraves is in Houston tonight for a stop on her Middle of Nowhere Tour. The Grammy-winning singer will perform at Toyota Center, joined by Texas singer-songwriter William Beckmann. If you’re heading to the show, here are the key…at Secret Houston
Colby Smith
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Chris Ruggiero and a rotating cast of singers front a large orchestra to tackle rock, pop, and soul hits of the '60s and '70s at the Stafford Centre.at Houston Press
Bob Ruggiero
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We take a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings.at Houston Press
Brooke Viggiano
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Singer-songwriter Dylan Gossett, one of Austin's most prominent rising stars in music, is setting out on a U.S. headline tour set with a stop at Houston's Bayou Music Center on May 14, 2027.The U.S. dates have been added to an existing…at CultureMap Houston
Brianna Caleri
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The eyes of the culinary world will be on Texas this Thursday, October 8, as the Michelin Guide announces its third annual selections for the state’s restaurants. Unlike in 2024 and 2025, when Michelin hosted a ceremony in Houston that…at CultureMap Houston
Eric Sandler
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