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AMC Katy Mills opens IMAX with Laser, bringing brighter, bigger movie nights to Katy
Read full article: AMC Katy Mills opens IMAX with Laser, bringing brighter, bigger movie nights to KatyThe new auditorium is inside AMC Katy Mills 20 at the Katy Mills mall, serving Katy, west Houston and the surrounding suburbs.
Tomball gears up for a season of community events with safety top of mind
Read full article: Tomball gears up for a season of community events with safety top of mindExplore fall and holiday events in Tomball from October through December. Learn about family-friendly activities, holiday traditions, and safety plans.
Celebrate Houston’s Starry Nite Arts Festival as it shines a light on Asian talent and culture
Read full article: Celebrate Houston’s Starry Nite Arts Festival as it shines a light on Asian talent and cultureA look at the Starry Nite Arts Festival, highlighting Asian culture and community through performances, art, and storytelling.
How did Lainey Wilson end up in this Texas-sized corn maze just outside Katy?!
Read full article: How did Lainey Wilson end up in this Texas-sized corn maze just outside Katy?!Turns out, Houston’s favorite fall festival has gone a little country this year. Just outside Katy, an 8-acre corn maze has been carved in honor of Lainey Wilson - and it’s only one of the reasons families keep coming back to this fall tradition.
Bayou City Art Festival’s Fall Memorial Park Festival returns with hundreds of artists, entertainment and family fun
Read full article: Bayou City Art Festival’s Fall Memorial Park Festival returns with hundreds of artists, entertainment and family funOne of the nation’s premier outdoor art festivals is back this fall as the Bayou City Art Festival returns to Memorial Park Oct. 10-12.
Cirque du Soleil’s reimagined ‘OVO’ brings magic back to Houston’s Toyota Center
Read full article: Cirque du Soleil’s reimagined ‘OVO’ brings magic back to Houston’s Toyota CenterThe reimagined OVO, which means “egg” in Portuguese, will take the stage at Toyota Center from October 2–5, 2025. The show, first created 15 years ago, has been refreshed with new set designs, acrobatic acts, costumes, characters, and reinvented music.
15+ pumpkin patches in Houston for pumpkins, hayrides, and fall activities 🎃
Read full article: 15+ pumpkin patches in Houston for pumpkins, hayrides, and fall activities 🎃Explore 25+ pumpkin patches in the Houston area for family fun, fall photo ops, and festive activities, including hayrides, corn mazes, and more.
Popular Houston cocktail experience ‘Cursed Cauldron’ conjures up permanent home at Botonica for Halloween season
Read full article: Popular Houston cocktail experience ‘Cursed Cauldron’ conjures up permanent home at Botonica for Halloween seasonHalloween is almost here, and one of Houston’s most beloved Halloween pop-ups is here to stay. And it’s brewing up something even bigger this year! 👻🦇🎃
Meow Wolf Houston debuts bold new mural by local artists, honoring the city’s past and future
Read full article: Meow Wolf Houston debuts bold new mural by local artists, honoring the city’s past and futureMeow Wolf just got a new look, and it’s pure Houston! A new mural now wraps the building, blending local art, history, and the tourist attraction’s signature surrealism.
A wine country escape with seriously good wines just over an hour from Houston? Yes, please!
Read full article: A wine country escape with seriously good wines just over an hour from Houston? Yes, please!Discover Chapelton Vineyards at Lyn Ranch — a wine country escape just over an hour from Houston, bringing Napa vibes. Sip award-winning wines, enjoy tasting experiences, and plan your perfect Texas getaway.
Feeding Animals, Trick Riding & Bullfighter Secrets: Inside the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo 🐂
Read full article: Feeding Animals, Trick Riding & Bullfighter Secrets: Inside the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo 🐂The 76th Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo is breaking records this year, with crowds turning out in bigger numbers than ever before. From the roar of the arena to the family-friendly fun across the fairgrounds, this hometown tradition is proving why it’s been a staple for more than seven decades.
A sneak peek of what you can find at the 45th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market
Read full article: A sneak peek of what you can find at the 45th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker MarketSusan Binney and Jennifer Kushner, this year’s market co-chairs, stop by Houston Life with some merchant highlights.
Deep discounts on designer fashion: Blue Bird Circle Couture Boutique returns to Houston
Read full article: Deep discounts on designer fashion: Blue Bird Circle Couture Boutique returns to Houstonashion lovers, mark your calendars! The Blue Bird Circle Couture Boutique is back for its annual fundraiser, combining chic style with a powerful mission. On Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., shoppers can head to The Blue Bird Circle resale shop at 615 W. Alabama St. in Montrose for a day of designer fashion at incredible prices. But this isn’t just about scoring great deals - every purchase supports pediatric neurology research and care for children with neurological disorders.
Labor Day 2025: What’s open and closed for the holiday in Houston
Read full article: Labor Day 2025: What’s open and closed for the holiday in HoustonFor Labor Day 2024 in Houston, a variety of stores including Aldi, Best Buy, HEB, Home Depot, Kroger, Lowe’s, Petco, Sam’s Club, Starbucks, Target, Trader Joe’s, and Walmart will remain open.
Tax-free, thrift, and giveaways: How Houston parents can save on school shopping
Read full article: Tax-free, thrift, and giveaways: How Houston parents can save on school shoppingHouston parents can save on back-to-school shopping through Texas' annual tax-free weekend from August 8-10, where essentials like clothing, backpacks, and school supplies are exempt from sales tax, provided individual items are under $100.
Tax-Free Weekend is here: Everything you need to know before you buy
Read full article: Tax-Free Weekend is here: Everything you need to know before you buyTexas’ tax-free weekend (Aug. 8–10) lets you save on most clothing, shoes, backpacks, and school supplies under $100. Jewelry, specialized gear, and items over $100 don’t qualify. See the full list of what’s included and excluded.
HPD is investigating after one person was shot and killed in a shopping center parking lot
Read full article: HPD is investigating after one person was shot and killed in a shopping center parking lotAccording to Houston Police, Midwest Patrol officers responded to a shooting in a shopping center parking on South Gessner around 1:15 a.m. On Saturday.
Good God, Nadine’s: New cocktail bar in the Heights serves playful drinks with eccentric attitudes
Read full article: Good God, Nadine’s: New cocktail bar in the Heights serves playful drinks with eccentric attitudesThe concept behind “Good God, Nadine's” is to imagine a Southern garden party hosted by your most unapologetic and opinionated aunt.
How a problem at Lake Livingston Dam could impact water for millions in Houston
Read full article: How a problem at Lake Livingston Dam could impact water for millions in HoustonA Lake Livingston Dam is now being watched for a “potential failure.” While the dam is more than 80 miles away from Houston, this could be a huge problem for millions of people.
Galveston residents may see discoloration in their water caused by ‘disruption to water line system’
Read full article: Galveston residents may see discoloration in their water caused by ‘disruption to water line system’The city of Galveston is giving residents a heads-up after some have reportedly experienced discoloration in their drinking water.
Montgomery County officials urge residents to ‘plan a sober ride’ for Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Read full article: Montgomery County officials urge residents to ‘plan a sober ride’ for Houston Livestock Show and RodeoCitizens should know that Montgomery County law enforcement will be out looking for impaired drivers, including those coming back into the county from the rodeo.
Shake it up, baby! Buttermilk Baby’s “American Dream” milkshake showdown 🎉🍦
Read full article: Shake it up, baby! Buttermilk Baby’s “American Dream” milkshake showdown 🎉🍦Is it even summer in Houston if you’re not cooling down with something sweet? We found the ultimate indulgence - and a little friendly competition - at Buttermilk Baby, where milkshakes are blended with a side of flair (and maybe a dash of rivalry 😎🍦).
Dinner made easy: Parchment paper fish packets with Marcia Smart
Read full article: Dinner made easy: Parchment paper fish packets with Marcia SmartTake the guesswork out of meal planning with this simple recipe from Marcia Smart. The culinary instructor and cookbook author recently stopped by Houston Life to show us how to make parchment paper fish packets or fish “en papillote” - as the French call it.
Dewberry Farm: The frightfully fun, family-friendly Halloween attraction that will scare but won’t scar your children
Read full article: Dewberry Farm: The frightfully fun, family-friendly Halloween attraction that will scare but won’t scar your childrenDewberry Farm is the perfect place to spend an entire day doing family activities. Once the sun goes down, it’s time for “BOOriffic Nights.” From haunted trails to axe throwing to jack-o-lanterns, this place will keep you and the family busy.
The Texas Renaissance Festival begins this weekend. Here’s what to know before you go.
Read full article: The Texas Renaissance Festival begins this weekend. Here’s what to know before you go.Whether you’re a Ren Fest regular or a faire first-timer, take a moment to review what you need to know before you go.
HMNS to host viewing party for Oct. 14 ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipse
Read full article: HMNS to host viewing party for Oct. 14 ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipseYou can see a broadcast of the eclipse in all its fiery glory on a big, big screen during an eclipse viewing event organized by the Houston Museum of Natural Science.
A home for a hero: see the special touch inside the walls of this veteran’s new house
Read full article: A home for a hero: see the special touch inside the walls of this veteran’s new houseIn Waller, Texas, a simple frame of wood and nails is transforming into something much bigger as PulteGroup builds a mortgage-free home for Army veteran Staff Sergeant Cassandra Pierre and her three children.
Veteran-Owned Window Company Helps Houston-Area Homeowners Cut Energy Bills and Stay Cool 🏡☀️🌬️✨
Read full article: Veteran-Owned Window Company Helps Houston-Area Homeowners Cut Energy Bills and Stay Cool 🏡☀️🌬️✨As temperatures rise across the Houston area, so do many homeowners’ energy bills. But a veteran-owned business in Tomball is helping residents take control of their cooling costs—one window at a time.
Bush thieves, ‘crack grass,’ Santapede: Houston homeowners share their wildest HOA stories
Read full article: Bush thieves, ‘crack grass,’ Santapede: Houston homeowners share their wildest HOA storiesWe asked KPRC 2 readers to share their most outrageous dust-ups with local homeowners associations and what we got back were hundreds of grievances.
Houston’s iconic ‘Darth Vader’ house sold for $3.35 Million—it’s becoming ‘The Black Bull House’
Read full article: Houston’s iconic ‘Darth Vader’ house sold for $3.35 Million—it’s becoming ‘The Black Bull House’The infamous 'Darth Vader House' in Houston has officially sold for $3.35 million! Discover the transformation ahead, including its new owner, international sculptor Enrique Cabrera, and what’s next for this architectural gem. Read on to learn how this iconic home went from a local legend to the 'Black Bull House'!
Lighting tips to transform your home: insights from an expert
Read full article: Lighting tips to transform your home: insights from an expertIf you've been contemplating a home update but aren't ready to invest in new furnishings, consider the impact of lighting. Lighting is a simple change that can dramatically transform your space. Houston Life's Melanie Camp recently visited Star Furniture to gather expert tips from interior designer Jessica Deuce on how to use lighting in your home effectively.
Wallpaper makes a stylish comeback! Here are tips from an interior designer on how to best use it in your home
Read full article: Wallpaper makes a stylish comeback! Here are tips from an interior designer on how to best use it in your homeWallpaper is making a significant comeback in interior design, shedding its old-fashioned image and emerging as a versatile and stylish option for home décor. Interior designer Jessica Deuce recently shared insights into this trend, offering tips to help you incorporate wallpaper into your home decorating, emphasizing that today's wallpaper is not like your grandmother's.
Houston Pumpkin Festival returns to Discovery Green with family fun, games, and unique attractions
Read full article: Houston Pumpkin Festival returns to Discovery Green with family fun, games, and unique attractionsThe Houston Pumpkin Festival is taking over Discovery Green with a variety of fall-themed attractions for all ages until November 2.
Immersive, indoor playground Hyper Kidz opens in Westchase for children of all ages
Read full article: Immersive, indoor playground Hyper Kidz opens in Westchase for children of all agesIf you’re a parent looking to take your little ones to play in an immersive, climate-controlled environment, without breaking the bank, a new indoor playground in Houston’s Westchase neighborhood might be for you.
Humanity seen through colors: The art that’s making an impact and changing our view of Houston’s unhoused community
Read full article: Humanity seen through colors: The art that’s making an impact and changing our view of Houston’s unhoused communityThe inspiring HueMan:Shelter project is fostering community through public art while changing our view of unhoused Houstonians. Meet some of the artists painting the streets with vibrant colors.
Texas Salsa Congress brings music, movement, and community to Houston
Read full article: Texas Salsa Congress brings music, movement, and community to HoustonMusic, mentorship, and culture collide as a result of the Texas Salsa Congress. How they're using salsa to preserve tradition while welcoming new voices - plus, we'll hit the dance floor for a lesson. And by dance floor, we mean Studio B.
From gameday to getaway take a look inside the Westin Houston Downtown’s luxe glow-up
Read full article: From gameday to getaway take a look inside the Westin Houston Downtown’s luxe glow-upThe Westin Houston Downtown has always been a favorite for Houston sports fans, thanks to its unbeatable location near Minute Maid Park and the Toyota Center. But now, after a multi-million-dollar renovation, this landmark hotel is stepping into a bold new era, one that blends vibrant style with a true focus on wellness and elevated dining.
Las Perras Cafe welcomes everyone for coffee, connections and signature brews honoring female activists
Read full article: Las Perras Cafe welcomes everyone for coffee, connections and signature brews honoring female activistsCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Las Perras Cafe, a Latina-owned coffeehouse bringing people together. Get to know the owner and how she's creating an inclusive space for everyone.
Houston Arboretum brings back free, family-friendly “Bat Fest” 🦇
Read full article: Houston Arboretum brings back free, family-friendly “Bat Fest” 🦇Organizers say the celebration is meant to honor bats as “superheroes” of the natural world. Not only do they help control pests like mosquitoes, but they also pollinate plants and disperse seeds.