Top Attractions in Alvin, TX

Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Alvin, TX. The best spots for locals and visitors.

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Candles & Karaoke Experience

Happening now · Dec 3 – May 2 · Studio 786 · 7636 Harwin Drive, Houston, TX

Light up your night with our Candles & Karaoke Experience! In this 2-hour class, you’ll craft your own custom-scented candle while enjoying a fun, laid-back karaoke session. No experience needed—just come ready to create and sing your heart out! We provide all materials, music, and good vibes....

FeatherFest—Birding and Nature Photo Festival

Apr 14 – Apr 21 · Galveston, TX · Seven Hope Blvd., Galveston, TX

Springtime on Galveston Island beckons as migrating birds arrive, inviting bird watching and photography enthusiasts to explore nature’s wonders!Each spring, Galveston Island welcomes thousands of migrating birds—and the birders and photographers eager to see them. FeatherFest offers a front-row...

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The Journey to End Cancer: From Cause to Cure

Happening now · Mar 7 – Sep 14 · The Health Museum · 15151 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX

Don't miss this new exhibition at The Health Museum Houston, presented by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the world’s most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. It was produced in collaboration with the National Cancer...

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Archway Gallery: Homecoming

Happening now · Mar 4 – Apr 15 · Jung Center of Houston, The · 5200 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX

As Archway Gallery celebrates its Golden Anniversary, Houstonians and city visitors are invited to experience this remarkable milestone throughout 2026, beginning with the aptly named Homecoming, a group show at The Jung Center, where a dozen local artists opened Archway in 1976. Homecoming,...

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ROCO In Concert: Seeing Is Believing

In 5 days · Apr 18 – Apr 20 · The Church of St.John the Divine · 2450 River Oaks Blvd, houston, TX

ROCO concludes its 21st season with ROCO In Concert: Seeing Is Believing—a thrilling finale led by Artistic Partner Delyana Lazarova, and featuring guest soprano Viviana Goodwin and guest concertmaster Laura Frautschi, along with ROCO wind soloists. The season finale features Richard Danielpour’s...

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The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art

The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art · 2402 Munger Street, Houston, TX

Now in its 40th year, the Orange Show Center or Visionary Art focuses on the ability to make basic elements of art accessible to the public. Through the acquisition in 2001 of the Beer Can House, another Houston landmark, as well as being the producer for the past 35 years of one of Houston's most..

Mid Main First Thursday

Happening now · Mar 6 – May 9 · Continental Club, The · 3700 Main Street, Houston, TX

Each First Thursday of month in the Spring 2026, Mid Main brings the community together in support of impactful local nonprofits while showcasing local talent with Art Exhibitions, live music shows, art workshops and an outdoor market. Event check-in takes place in the courtyard next to Mid Main...

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The CAMHYs

In 3 days · Apr 16 – Apr 18 · Contemporary Arts Museum Houston · 5216 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX · Ages 10–17

Teens, friends, and families are invited to The CAMHYS, a short-film festival celebrating the creativity of Houston-area teen filmmakers. Sip on specialty craft mocktails, meet local teen filmmakers, and enjoy an evening of award-winning Houston teen cinema at CAMH.Formal attire is strongly...

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Noon Hour Concert: Jazz Appreciation Month

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

In celebration of National Jazz Appreciation Month, the Clark Johnston Quintet takes the stage in Central Library' s Hamilton Room. Presented courtesy of the Hamilton Musicians' Guild . Clark Johnston has been a professional bass player since 1995. He has performed with the Shuffle Demons, Diana...

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Monarch Student Art Exhibit

Happening now · Apr 1 – May 6 · The Glassell School of Art · 5101 Montrose Boulevard, Houston, TX

Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month by visiting the 4th Annual Monarch Student Art Exhibit at the Glassell School of Art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. On display from April 4 through May 1, this special exhibit showcases artwork created exclusively by students from The Monarch School &...

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Archway Gallery: Fifty Forward

Happening now · Apr 11 – May 31 · Archway Gallery · 2305 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX

Archway Gallery invites Houstonians and city visitors to celebrate the 50th anniversary of this iconic gallery. The anniversary exhibition, Fifty Forward, pays tribute to the artists who are continuing to build Archway Gallery’s legacy. A striking wall of self-portraits, featuring each of the...

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Jazzy Sundays in the Park: Susan Carol

In 6 days · Apr 19 – Apr 21 · Buffalo Bayou · 105-B Sabine St., Houston, TX

On April 19, enjoy the sounds of Susan Carol at The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park from 5 pm - 7 pm! Every spring, three Houston parks team up to celebrate the Houston musicians who keep the tradition of jazz alive. The immensely popular series, Jazzy Sundays in the Parks, brings free jazz...

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Moody Center for The Arts

Moody Center for The Arts · 6100 Main St., Houston, TX

METRO bus + rail The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) offers bus and rail services to destinations throughout Houston. There is a METRORail stop across the street from the main entrance of the Rice campus, located at the Hermann Park/Rice University station.

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Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft · 4848 Main Street, Houston, TX

HCCC provides a variety of programs both on site and in the community to support our mission to advance education about the process, product, and history of craft. Informed by our exhibitions and artist residencies, we frequently host lectures, workshops, and other hands-on activities for kids and..

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Houston Art Car Parade

Houston Art Car Parade · Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019, Houston, TX

April 9-12, 2026- Houston, TX - presented by Team Gillman - The world's largest gathering of Art Cars returns for the 39th year, featuring over 250 mobile masterpieces. This annual Houston tradition spans an entire week of events celebrating innovation, imagination, and the drive to create!

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Social Beer Garden

Social Beer Garden · 3101 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX

Looking ahead into 2026 we are already planning our UFC fight nights, Our Big Game watch Party, FIFA WORLD CUP soccer, our St Patrick's day party, our Cinco De Mayo Party, our 713 Party, Canelo Fights, Usyk vs someone, WWE Watch Parties, our Craft beer Festival, Food Truck festival, our Houston's...

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Two Star Symphony

Two Star Symphony · Houston, TX

Two Star Symphony is Houston’s “most unusual music ensemble”. Composing and performing all-original music in quartet, quintet and octet configurations, Two Star brings modern instrumental music to a wide range of audiences, from classical music enthusiasts to first time listeners.

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Texas City Museum

Texas City Museum · 409 6th Street North, Texas City, TX

The Texas City Museum is the center of history, culture, and heritage for the people of Texas City. We seek to educate and enlighten visitors as we become a premier destination museum by creating an engaging experience for all.

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Rodeo Goat

Rodeo Goat · 2105 Dallas St., Houston, TX

At last weekend's "Burgers, Blues + Brews" event at the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival, a panel of judges including Star-Telegram "Eats Beat" columnist Bud Kennedy named Rodeo Goat's "Bad Hombre" burger the best of the night

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Hamilton Cartoon Foundry

Sat, May 23, 3:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

A free, one-day Hamilton cartoon arts festival to engage the Hamilton community with the world-class graphic narrative talent in our city.

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Hip Hop Yoga Wednesdays

Happening now · Mar 18 – Jun 26 · Discovery Green · 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX

Wednesdays, March 4 – June 24 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at the Anheuser-Busch Stage, Hip Hop Yoga Vibes & Spoken Word Flow is an unforgettable open-air yoga experience where movement, music, and meaning collide. Instructor Alicia Dugar Stephenson infuses every class with lighthearted humor, cultural...

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Pour Your Art Out

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 6, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · La Porte Branch Library · 600 South Broadway Street, La Porte, TX

Come and join us in person for 30 to 45 minutes of art exploration! Our "Pour Your Art Out" after school art time is free to attend and all materials will be provided. Art projects are age-appropriate for elementary school age children and their caregivers. We will announce art subjects at the...

Barnstorm Dance Fest

Tomorrow · Apr 15 – Apr 20 · MATCH - Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston · 3400 Main Street, Houston, TX

Join Dance Source Houston for Barnstorm Dance Fest 2026, happening April 14-18 at Midtown Arts & Theatre Center Houston! Barnstorm showcases the vibrancy of dance in Houston and provides audiences with an exciting kaleidoscope of dance genres. The festival includes three unique programs, including..

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Downtown

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Downtown · 1810 Bell Street, Houston, TX

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Montrose Art Party

In 3 weeks · May 2 – May 4 · Art League Houston · 1953 Montrose Boulevard, Houston, TX

Co-chaired by Eleanor L. Williams and Tyler L. Hough, this year’s MARTY fundraiser blooms with the theme Flower Power — a vibrant, floral-inspired evening celebrating creativity, resilience, and community. Now in its 36th year, Art League Houston’s Healing Art Program provides free, ongoing...

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Clear Lake Park/Bay Area Museum

Clear Lake Park/Bay Area Museum · 5001 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, TX

The Bay Area Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is a regional tourism alliance comprised of partners and stakeholders from around Clear Lake working together to market and promote Bay Area Houston as a premier visitor destination. We do this by collaborating with one another to create an...

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George W.S. Abbey Rocket Park

George W.S. Abbey Rocket Park · 2101 NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX

So Stall gathered leaders from JSC and the community and formed Manned Space Flight Education Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization. Together, the group set out to provide a world-class facility where the public could come to touch the space program — and be touched by it.

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Project Row Houses

Project Row Houses · 2521 Holman, Houston, TX

The Artist Mentorship Program is available to emerging artists in the Creative Careers program, giving them the chance to work with an established local artist during a structured 6-month program. Creative Careers program participants are paired with a mentor who shares their experience, resources,.

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Live Jazz Music at Turner Park

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 14, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

In celebration of National Jazz Appreciation Month, Guitar of Fire performs live at the Turner Park Branch . Presented courtesy of the Hamilton Musicians' Guild .

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Fung's Kitchen

Fung's Kitchen · 7320 Southwest Fwy, Ste. 115, Houston, TX

My family has been coming here on Christmas Day as a tradition for a while now. We love the food here. Even though COVID has sidelined the carts, which I think kinda takes a bit of the fun out of it, they still serve the food hot and fresh. You just order it from the table. We love to get shumai,...

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Inprint

Inprint · 1520 W. Main, Houston, TX

Inprint envisions Houston, Texas as a city where the literary arts are a defining resource. Thanks in large part to Inprint’s programs, Houston is a vibrant community of creative writers and readers, rich with workshops, readings, and other kinds of literary activity. Writers from all backgrounds...