‘Tis the season to get swept away in beautiful music, dancing, and acting, and Houston is full of opportunities throughout the rest of the year. Feeling festive? Here are five shows you can’t miss this holiday season! The Nutcracker at the Houston Ballet Starting with this all-time classic because the Houston Ballet absolutely does the …
Canoeing at Caddo Lake should be on every Texan’s bucket list. The lake has miles upon miles of canoe trails, one of the largest collections of flooded cypress trees, and even some Sasquatch sightings! After seeing the magical pictures of the cypress trees framed at sunset over the water, I knew I had to plan …
Every single year. Halloween ends and then BOOM. All the Christmas stuff comes out. But, can we take a second to appreciate Thanksgiving?? This year would be a great chance for you to give Turkey Day its moment because our friends at Visit Houston are pulling out all the stops for Thanksgiving weekend 2019. (Heads …
Helloooooo November! This is our favorite month. First of all, it usually finally feels like fall about now. And, more importantly, it’s birthday month — for both the It’s Not Hou founders and for the blog itself! Mark your calendars — November 26! Click here to RSVP and learn more! This week Cane Rosso Beer …
Here’s everything you need to know about Color Factory Houston. This colorful installation is what (in my opinion) pioneered and defined what an incredible immersive art experience should and could be. Color Factory is a collaborative interactive exhibit that debuted in San Francisco in 2017 and New York in 2018 many moons before some of the other …
Who loves a good fun run?! Even me, a super slow, non-runner can get behind something social that’s also for a good cause! Give me a good chance to donate, run with friends, and maybe even a free beer and/or snack after and I’m down. Even better if it’s during the fall, when temps are …
I’ve shopped ’til I dropped on several occasions at the Nutcracker Market. It’s such a fun shopping experience, and I’ve learned the ins and outs at this point, so here’s my expert’s guide to the sometimes overwhelming, but always fun event! The basics The 39th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market will be held at NRG …
For two months every fall, you get to live your Game of Thrones fantasies… ish. I mean, you can’t be as cool as Jon Snow and Aria or as fierce as Cersei and Daenerys, but you can channel them all for a fun-field day/weekend at the Texas Renaissance Festival. The fest goes on every weekend …
When Oct. 31 falls on a weeknight in Houston (especially a WORLD SERIES week!!), you probably want some options of what to do. Some of us want to GET WILD, while some of us want a recovery day from celebrating the Astros. Some of us don’t really care about baseball and just need a fun … Continue reading
For the second time in three years, our Houston Astros are going to the World Series!! This year, the city is getting a little treat for every win in the 2019 postseason: An Astros mural commemorating the game and spotlighting a Houston artist! Here’s each mural that’s been revealed so far! I’ll update them as … Continue reading
Happy fall! Well, is it even fall if you don’t have a pic in a pumpkin patch? Debatable. While we don’t have that consistent crisp fall weather, we do have a few good spots to throw on a scarf and pretend like we do! Check out these spots all over town that range from a … Continue reading
United just launched a direct flight to the Reno-Tahoe airport from Houston, so you can now reach this desert city year round. I spent three days exploring Reno, Carson City and Tahoe and feel so invigorated from my times in the mountains and on the lake shores. This Weekend Guide to Reno-Tahoe contains highlights from … Continue reading
October is one of my favorite months! There’s a lot going on all month long because the weather is actually mild enough to go crazy with the outdoor events! There are a few more Oktoberfest events going on — all have been compiled here! Do not miss these beery exciting events! Rest of the month … Continue reading
Hiking in Banff is a magical experience. The views (and altitude) will take your breath away. The trails and turquoise glacier lakes will transport you to another place and time. Banff is brimming with history and Rocky mountain adventures! I was there for 6 days and 5 nights. While my legs ultimately got tired of … Continue reading
Electric FeelGood is open for business in Midtown and taking Instagram by storm! Is this neon monolith the new Instagram playground of Midtown? Are the drinks and food worth a visit? Does it bear any connection to the people of Present Company? Only time will tell if Electric FeelGood is worth the hype. But here’s … Continue reading
The final stop on our 9-day Italy trip was spending 24 hours in Milan! A wonderful city in northern Italy, Milan had lots of culture and a sophisticated vibe. After hiking in Cinque Terre the week before, it was refreshing to stay at the Marriott and have regular access to air conditioning. These are the … Continue reading
Every once in a while, people need to take a step back and check in with their health and wellness. While you should be doing this more than just annually, the Houston Wellness Day put on by HealthCorps. is a great opportunity to reflect on your health and learn new tips and tricks to wellness. … Continue reading
I love happy hours. Like, who doesn’t? Drinking, deals, and getting home early! I’ve been itching to do another happy hour roundup, but I was overwhelmed by how many favorites I have all across Houston. So, I’m going to do a roundup of roundups — up first is the Heights! Did I miss your fave? Tell … Continue reading
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