Houston chef Aaron Bludorn is coming to the Hill Country. The chef’s Bludorn Hospitality Group will open a restaurant and lead the culinary program at The Kimpton Fredericksburg, a luxury hotel that’s expected to open in late 2027.The… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Fall is in full swing in Houston, with restaurants rolling out seasonal menus and new eateries popping up all around the city. Read on to see which hotel has a new Mediterranean spot, what new menu item reminds James Beard Award-winning… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Houston has entered the spotlight as the No. 3 best large college town in Texas, and it ranks in the top 25 among the largest college towns in America, a new study has proclaimed. To determine the best college towns, WalletHub analyzed 415… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
The days of free parking at the Galleria are coming to an end. Beginning Monday, November 2, the upscale shopping mall will begin charging shoppers to park, a spokesperson for Galleria owner Simon Property Group tells CultureMap. Prices… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Alternative rock band Ben Folds Five is returning to the stage for the first time in 15 years in 2027, including a stop at the 713 Music Hall in Houston on Wednesday, April 21.Only a handful of tour dates have been announced so far,… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
After nearly three years of construction, the new Terminal B North Concourse serving United Airlines is finally open at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Part of a $2.6 billion renovation project, the terminal features modern… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
If you wanna get in the spooky, cinematic spirit before Halloween pops off next weekend, on Thursday, Kefita Coffee will screen the cult vampire flick Ganja & Hess, while Box 13 ArtSpace will have a demonic double feature of The Exorcist… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Houstonians had to wait seven years for a second location of Ramen Tatsu-ya, but the Austin-based restaurant’s third Houston outpost is coming much more quickly. The restaurant’s Meyerland location will open on Saturday, October 31, in the… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Why stick to the same old song and dance when you can Re/Mix the whole affair? Art League Houston turned up the volume on creativity at its sold-out 2026 Re/Mix Gala on October 9 at Thompson Houston, where artistic expression extended into… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
The holidays may be all about spending, but here’s an opportunity to do some earning. Amazon has announced plans to hire 6,000+ workers across Greater Houston ahead of the holiday rush, with seasonal employees earning an average of $20 an… · at Secret Houston ↗
Since it opened in 2018, Eunice has been drawing crowds for its Louisiana-inspired cuisine, serene setting, and the warm hospitality led by chef Drake Leonards. As he celebrates Eunice’s eighth anniversary this month, Leonards has added… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
One of the year's most buzzworthy innovations has a Houston connection. A new source for clean hydrogen has landed on Time magazine’s list of the 300 best inventions of 2026.Houston-based Utility Global made Time’s list with H2Gen, a… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
When tickets were rapidly selling for the Tituss Burgess show opening in Houston this Saturday, the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts immediately added a second show. It was clear that the actor known for The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,… · Concerts at Houston Press ↗
Two Houston schools have earned places among Texas’ top five public elementary schools in U.S. News & World Report’s newly released 2027 rankings, led by Spring Branch Academic Institute at No. 1 statewide. T.H. Rogers School, part of… · at Secret Houston ↗
It’s the newest addition to Candlelight’s growing lineup of tributes. After Bridgerton, Disney Princess and Outlander, things are about to get a whole lot darker. If you’ve never watched it, Peaky Blinders is the BBC drama created by… · at Secret Houston ↗
Austinites who missed Sienna Spiro at Austin City Limits Music Festival (or loved it and want to see more) can catch the singer-songwriter on her new North American tour leg. The extension of the My House Tour will stop at the Smart… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Good news for residents of Meyerland, Bellaire, Westbury, and other Southwest Houston neighborhoods. The area’s newest destinations for sweet treats is serving up cookies and soft serve.Already in a quiet soft open, the second location of… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Acrobatic circus troupe Cirque du Soleil is returning to Houston next spring. The company will present Luzia at Sam Houston Race Park from March 20-May 9, 2027. Inspired by the landscapes and culture of Mexico, the name “Luzia” combines… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
U.S. News and World Report's new list of ranking the best K-8 schools in Texas for 2027 has hailed one Houston ISD school — Spring Branch Academic Institute — the No. 1 best elementary and middle school statewide.In all, 12 Houston-area… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Houston, get ready to assemble. Marvel: The Exhibition – Universe of Super Heroes is heading to the Houston Museum of Natural Science this December, bringing original comic artwork, authentic movie costumes, props, and life-size superhero… · at Secret Houston ↗
Boots were made for giving, and Houston’s philanthropic cowboys and cowgirls understood the assignment. Western chic met honky-tonk hospitality as Dec My Room supporters traded their usual gala finery for denim, fringe, and a little… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Grab your costume and leave room for candy: Galveston’s Mystical Parade of Boo is back for its third year. On Saturday, October 24, 2026, witches, vampires, pirates and elaborately decorated floats will take over downtown for a free,… · at Secret Houston ↗
Fans of The Residents are stoked because the art collective will perform their landmark (some would say best) 1979 album, Eskimo, in its entirety. · Things To Do at Houston Press ↗
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“I don’t want a lot for Christmas,” but Houston fans are sure to add a Mariah Carey-themed bar to their holiday wishlist. The Mariah Carey Holiday Bar opens on November 19 at Spindletop, promising an immersive experience that celebrates… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
It isn’t every day that the dean of American chefs dines at a Houston restaurant, but that’s what happened Sunday, October 18 when culinary superstar Thomas Keller visited Baso in the Heights. Best known for his restaurants The French… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
It's nearly time for the Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas (COTA), which can only mean one thing: F1 teams and partners are flocking to Austin for exhilarating race-themed events, pop-ups, and more. CultureMap has… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
One of Houston’s most ambitious, chef-driven restaurants will soon serve its final meal. Barbacana will close after service on October 24, chef-owner Christian Hernandez announced on Instagram.In the lengthy post, Hernandez reflects on the… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
There was no mistaking the dress code, the cause, or the rising temps at Houston’s Red Hot Gala.With a firetruck parked front and center, 50 shades of red swirling through the crowd, and anticipation building for a parade of chiseled… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Celebrate Halloween alongside actual mummies and ancient skeletons! The Houston Museum of Natural Science invites you to a spooky edition of Mixers & Elixirs: Spirits & Skeletons. Get ready for a magical night featuring live bands, DJ… · at Secret Houston ↗
The University of Houston broke ground on a brand new $77.5 million Medical Research Building last week that will host clinical trials and a virtual reality behavioral health suite, among other laboratories. Designed by SmithGroup, it will… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
The University of Houston broke ground on a brand new $77.5 million Medical Research Building last week that will host clinical trials and a virtual reality behavioral health suite, among other laboratories. Designed by SmithGroup, it will… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
A little extra room in the budget would be welcome news for plenty of Houstonians—and a federal tax credit could put a substantial sum back in eligible residents’ pockets. The Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC, offers qualifying workers… · at Secret Houston ↗
Editor's note: It's time to look back at the top Houston news of the week, including a Tex-Mex shutter and the next chapter for a beloved wine shop. Read on for our most popular stories, then plan your weekend right here.1. Houston Tex-Mex… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Sugar Land residents have a new option for Indian cuisine in a fine dining atmosphere. After a brief soft opening, Majestic Kitchen will celebrate its grand opening this Saturday, October 17.Located in the former Mahesh’s Kitchen space at… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
The number of millionaire renters and homeowners in the U.S. has surged over the last five years, and Houston has soared ahead of the rest of the country with the largest growth rate among these affluent renter households.Houston leads the… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Austin Abrams has been a professional actor for 15 years, but the 30-year-old seems to just now be getting his due. After years of mostly supporting roles in films like Paper Towns, Brad’s Status, and Weapons, he has been charged with… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Whoa! Houston’s animal advocates had a most excellent reason to celebrate when Keanu Reeves traded Hollywood for Houston, bringing his rock band Dogstar to PetSet’s annual Le Brunch at the Thompson Houston. The afternoon mixed celebrity… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
Before the baseball crowds, there were rail passengers. Before the ballpark’s retractable roof, there was a railway terminal helping connect Houston to the world beyond downtown. And 115 years after its construction in 1911, Union Station… · at Secret Houston ↗
With a name like No Vacancy, it comes as little surprise that this “hotel bar” on Main Street is the hottest new ticket in town. Draped in mystique, the 1970s-inspired bar offers guests pure nostalgia from every which way and is so… · at CultureMap Houston ↗
We’re halfway through October, and if your Houston Halloween bucket list is still dauntingly long, here is a perfect family-friendly detour. Load up the car with your favorite treats and take a drive out to Missouri City’s Candy Cane Lane.… · at Secret Houston ↗
A new family-owned distillery is joining the vast landscape of breweries, wineries, and other spirit-makers in the Texas Hill Country. Briggs Distilling Co. will start serving cocktails, mocktails, and more at its spacious facility at 121… · at CultureMap Houston ↗