{"id":3111,"date":"2017-06-05T21:42:54","date_gmt":"2017-06-05T21:42:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/?p=3111"},"modified":"2018-04-23T16:15:16","modified_gmt":"2018-04-23T21:15:16","slug":"fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Fun Things To Do in Houston, Texas in Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>School\u2019s out and it\u2019s summertime! Looking for fun things to do in Houston? Check out this action-packed lineup of cool things to do in the sizzling Space City heat. Then share this post and tag the person you\u2019d most like to explore the city with this summer!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Discovery Green: Houston&#8217;s Summertime Destination<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3122\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_discoverygreen\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_DiscoveryGreen.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Discovery Green&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_DiscoveryGreen-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_DiscoveryGreen.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3122\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_DiscoveryGreen.jpg\" alt=\"Discovery Green - Summertime in Houston\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_DiscoveryGreen.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_DiscoveryGreen-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Discovery Green<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverygreen.com\/\">Discovery Green<\/a><\/strong> is a wonderland of 12 acres of green space and dozens of fun things to do \u2013 almost all of them free \u2013 for people of all ages. Specifically,\u00a0a lake, performance spots, room for romping and two dog runs\u00a0offer ample space\u00a0to enjoy tons of fun events all summer long, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Thursday Concerts and Party on the Plaza\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Get your groove on with Houston bands and musical acts on Thursday and Friday nights. Here, genres include pop, rock, electronic, funk, rockabilly, Latin, country and other toe-tapping sounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fitness and Wellness Classes\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Pump it up and stretch it out with Zumba, parkour, kayaking, circus arts, yoga\u00a0and meditation. The park offers many options for getting fit in the great outdoors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flea Market\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Unearth bargain treasures at the monthly flea market. Grab deals on furniture, artsy kitsch, vintage items, recycled wares and collectibles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Hermann Park: The Perfect Summer Day Trip in Houston<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Oilman and philanthropist George H. Hermann donated the land for the historic <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hermannpark.org\/\">Hermann Park<\/a><\/strong> to the City of Houston in 1914. Now, these 445 emerald acres are home to many beloved cultural gems and endless fun things to do, including:<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3126\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_milleroutdoor\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MillerOutdoor.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Miller Outdoor Theatre&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MillerOutdoor-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MillerOutdoor.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3126 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MillerOutdoor.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Concerts in Houston at Miller Outdoor Theatre\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MillerOutdoor.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MillerOutdoor-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Miller Outdoor Theatre<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/milleroutdoortheatre.com\/\"><strong>Miller Outdoor Theatre<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Check out one of the most diverse seasons of professional entertainment of any performance venue in the city. Indeed, the Miller Outdoor Theatre is the largest free program of its kind in the country and you can find it right in Hermann Park. Here, you can unwind on the hillside and enjoy classical music, jazz, ballet, Shakespeare, musical theatre, classical films and more. Admission: Free<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 369px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3116\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/359x570_zoo\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Zoo.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"359,570\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Houston Zoo&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Zoo-189x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Zoo.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3116 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Zoo.jpg\" alt=\"Go wild this summer at the Houston Zoo!\" width=\"359\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Zoo.jpg 359w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Zoo-189x300.jpg 189w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 359px) 100vw, 359px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Houston Zoo<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonzoo.org\/\"><strong>Houston Zoo<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 See lions, tigers, bears and hundreds more animal species in their natural habitats at the Houston Zoo. This 55-acre zoological park is also located in Hermann Park and houses more than 6,000 animals as part of more than 900 species. As a result, the Houston Zoo is the second-most visited zoo in the United States, attracting 2.55 million visitors each year. Its\u00a0mission is to connect communities with animals and inspire action to save wildlife. Admission: Free\u2013$18, with online-only discounts offered in summer.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3112\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_naturalscience\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_NaturalScience.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"570X359_NaturalScience\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Houston Museum of Natural Science&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_NaturalScience-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_NaturalScience.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3112 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_NaturalScience.jpg\" alt=\"Summer programs at the Houston Museum of Natural Science\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_NaturalScience.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_NaturalScience-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Houston Museum of Natural Science<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmns.org\/\"><strong>Houston Museum of Natural Science<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Why are we here? What is the universe made of? What\u2019s at the bottom of the ocean? Moreover, is time travel possible? Ponder these and other big questions as you absorb intricate displays of the wonders of Earth and beyond. Home to the Burke Baker Planetarium, Wortham GIANT Screen Theatre and Cockrell Butterfly Center, the Houston Museum of Natural Science features fascinating permanent exhibitions. Here, explore\u00a0the mysteries of astronomy, Native American culture, chemistry, gems and minerals, Texas wildlife and more. Admission: Free\u2013$25<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3113\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_park\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Hermann Park Gardens&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3113 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park.jpg\" alt=\"Hermann Park Gardens - Summer Events and Activities\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Park-200x126.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hermann Park Gardens<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hermannpark.org\/points-of-interest\/\"><strong>Hermann Park Gardens<\/strong><\/a> \u2013A delight for all the senses, the Hermann Park Gardens are the perfect place to relax, enjoy a serene walk or even get a good workout. For instance, stroll along lush pathways, admire cherry trees and Japanese maples, and visit the quaint teahouse in the Japanese Garden. On the other hand, you could relax and bird-watch, take a pedal boat ride or meander around the beautiful promenades surrounding McGovern Lake. Next, stop to smell the roses and explore numerous wonders in McGovern Centennial Gardens. Or perhaps you\u2019d rather take a brisk walk or run in the shade of live oaks along the Marvin Taylor Trail. Finally, wind down\u00a0the afternoon in the well-equipped picnic area. Admission: Free<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Summer Concerts: Houston&#8217;s Music Scene Comes Alive<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019re never far from a pulsing Houston music venue. Indeed, from\u00a0cozy dives to intimate listening rooms and mega-arenas, you\u2019ll find sounds of every size. A few popular concert spots are:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arenahouston.com\/events\/category\/events\/\"><strong>Arena Theatre<\/strong><\/a> \u2013This legendary concert hall features a unique theater-in-the-round design. Here, no seat is more than 60 feet from the revolving stage, so you can bask in the starlight of your favorite entertainers. Without a doubt, the recently upgraded sound and lighting systems, stylish d\u00e9cor and comfortable seating ensure a magical experience. Admission: Tickets start at $25.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3117\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_woodlandspavilion\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_WoodlandsPavilion.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_WoodlandsPavilion-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_WoodlandsPavilion.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3117 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_WoodlandsPavilion.jpg\" alt=\"Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - Summer Concert Series - Houston,Tx\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_WoodlandsPavilion.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_WoodlandsPavilion-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodlandscenter.org\/\"><strong>Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion<\/strong><\/a> \u2013On the other hand, you could grab\u00a0a blanket and a gaggle of friends and head to the Woodlands Pavilion lawn for a fantastic summer concert under the stars. Admission: Tickets start at $20.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3118\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_houseofblues\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_HouseOfBlues.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;House of Blues&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_HouseOfBlues-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_HouseOfBlues.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3118 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_HouseOfBlues.jpg\" alt=\"House of Blues in Houston, Tx - Summer Music at Night\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_HouseOfBlues.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_HouseOfBlues-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">House of Blues<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houseofblues.com\/houston\"><strong>House of Blues<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Jam to local and national live entertainment in this multi-level music hall. In addition, savor Southern-inspired dishes and take in the hand-painted interiors and hundreds of pieces of folk art. Admission: Tickets start at $20.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whiteoakmusichall.com\/\"><strong>White Oak Music Hall<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Indeed, you don\u2019t have to go far to take in a great music show. Near the buzz of the city just north of downtown, White Oak Music Hall each year hosts hundreds of music acts from every genre. The five-acre complex features one outdoor and two indoor stages. Tickets start at $12.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Summer Sports: Astros, Dynamo, Dash and More<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3119\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_minutemaidpark\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MinuteMaidPark.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Houston Astros&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MinuteMaidPark-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MinuteMaidPark.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3119 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MinuteMaidPark.jpg\" alt=\"Summer at the Ballpark - Minute Maid Park - Houston Astros\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MinuteMaidPark.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_MinuteMaidPark-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Minute Maid Park, Home to Houston Astros<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Join throngs of cheering fans in celebrating America\u2019s favorite pastime, baseball. Without a doubt, summer is the perfect time to catch the excitement of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/astros\"><strong>Houston Astros<\/strong><\/a> game, and the fun things to do go well beyond the game. The sun, the hot dogs, the cold drinks, the wave, the fly balls you might be lucky enough to catch \u2013 what more could you ask from a fun summer day in H-Town? Meanwhile, soccer fans can grab a friend and catch the action of\u00a0a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstondynamo.com\/\"><strong>Houston Dynamo<\/strong><\/a> (men\u2019s) or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstondynamo.com\/houstondash\"><strong>Dash<\/strong><\/a> (women\u2019s) match. Admission: Tickets start at $7.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3123\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_dynamo\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dynamo.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Houston Dynamo&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dynamo-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dynamo.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3123 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dynamo.jpg\" alt=\"What to do in Houston: Houston Dynamo - Soccer\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dynamo.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dynamo-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Houston Dynamo<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3121\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_dash\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dash.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Houston Dash&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dash-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dash.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3121 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dash.jpg\" alt=\"What to do in Houston: Houston Dash - Soccer\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dash.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_Dash-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Houston Dash<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Cultural Offerings in the Bayou City<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcponline.org\/\"><strong>Houston Center for Photography<\/strong><\/a> \u2013In contrast, if you\u2019re looking for an immersive cultural experience, take a class at the Houston Center for Photography. These classes run all summer long for photographers of all levels from beginner to advanced. Shoot sharp and your work could be featured in an exhibition!<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 369px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3114\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/359x570_arboretum\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Arboretum.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"359,570\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Houston Arboretum &amp;amp; Nature Center&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Arboretum-189x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Arboretum.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3114 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Arboretum.jpg\" alt=\"Visit the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center\" width=\"359\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Arboretum.jpg 359w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/359X570_Arboretum-189x300.jpg 189w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 359px) 100vw, 359px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Houston Arboretum &amp; Nature Center<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonarboretum.org\/\"><strong>Houston Arboretum &amp; Nature Center<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Nature lovers will delight in exploring the 155-acre Arboretum &amp; Nature Center. Certainly, with more than five miles of nature trails featuring forest, pond, wetland and meadow habitats, the Arboretum is a favorite\u00a0place for Houstonians to wander.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 580px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"3115\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/freshmen\/fun-things-to-do-in-houston-texas-summer\/attachment\/570x359_finearts\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_FineArts.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,359\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Museum of Fine Arts, Houston&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_FineArts-300x189.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_FineArts.jpg\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" class=\"wp-image-3115 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_FineArts.jpg\" alt=\"Visit the Museum of Fine Arts - Houston\" width=\"570\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_FineArts.jpg 570w, https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2017\/06\/570X359_FineArts-300x189.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Museum of Fine Arts, Houston<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mfah.org\/\"><strong>Museum of Fine Arts<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 One of the largest museums in the U.S., the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston boasts more than 60,000 pieces of fine art to inspire you.\u00a0In addition, it\u2019s\u00a0a wonderful place to check out edifying art, music and foreign film gems you won\u2019t find in mainstream theaters.<\/p>\n<p>In summary, this guide provides highlights of cool attractions, but start exploring and you\u2019ll find treasures at every turn. No doubt, fun things to do in Houston are everywhere! For free activities, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.stthom.edu\/celtadmissionsblog\/feature\/houston-for-free-7-wonders-that-wont-cost-you\/\">7 Things To Do in Houston For Free | Houston for the Budget-Conscious<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Share this post using one of the buttons below and tag the person you\u2019d most like to explore Houston\u2019s attractions with this summer!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like more information about the University of St. Thomas, just <a href=\"https:\/\/stthom.radiusbycampusmgmt.com\/ssc\/iform\/B08728KEB00kx6700pG3.ssc?utm_source=admissionsblog&amp;utm_medium=direct&amp;utm_term=textlink&amp;utm_content=filloutthisform&amp;utm_campaign=funthingstodoinhouston\">fill out this form<\/a> to get info about our degree programs and how we can support you in becoming a leader of faith and character.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>School\u2019s out and it\u2019s summertime! 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