Buffalo Bayou Partnership

Wine Tasting with Nice Winery
2019-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Volunteer
Winemaker, Ryan Levy, a certified sommelier, wine educator, and Le Cordon Bleu trained chef, will lead guests through a discussion of his award-winning wines while taking in exceptional views of Buffalo Bayou’s lush landscape from our pontoon boat. One of his wines was recently awarded Best of Show out of 3,000 wines in the Houston Rodeo Wine Competition! A selection of cheeses will also be served. Learn more about Nice Winery‘s wine-making and vineyards in advance. Only 20 seats available.
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Buffalo Bayou Boat Tour
2019-10-26 10:00 - 14:00, 2019-11-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Volunteer
These 30-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the afternoon or evening with your family. Escape from the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou’s waters. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, and even an occasional alligator sunning on the banks.
Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours depart from Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St. Houston, TX 77002.
$7 for adults / $5 for children (age 4-12)*
*Children under age 4 are not permitted on boat tours

Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours run from 10am – 2pm with the last tour departing at 1:30 pm.

Reservations are required.
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Cancelled: Ghosts on the Bayou Boat Ride
2019-10-31 18:30 - 20:00 | Volunteer
Due to impending bad weather, we are canceling this year’s Ghosts on the Bayou Boat Tours. Apologies for any inconvenience!

Celebrate Halloween with a boat ride along Buffalo Bayou! Guide Andrew Groocock will share spoOOooky stories and haunted tales of our historic waterway during a 1.5-hour cruise.

Costumes are encouraged in keeping with the Halloween spirit!

$50/person

Beer from Saint Arnold Brewing Company and light bites provided.

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Explore East: Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours
2019-11-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Bat Boat Tour
Spend an afternoon exploring Buffalo Bayou East by boat! Come out for a free 30-minute boat tour and learn how BBP will transform Houston’s historic waterway east of downtown with parks, trails and cultural destinations.*
Tours will take place on Sunday, November 3 and Saturday, November 9 from 1-4pm (last boat tour departs at 3:30pm).
Registration now required! Book your 30-minute slot here.
Tours will depart from the boat launch at Guadalupe Plaza Park, behind Talento Bilingue de Houston (333 S. Jensen).

*Ages 4 and under not permitted on the pontoon boat.
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Twilight Boat Tours
2021-08-26 17:30 - 20:30 | Sound Healing Meditation
Boat tours are 30 minutes and depart promptly each half-hour.
5:30 – 8 p.m.
Depart from Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St. Houston, TX, 77002)
$15 for adults/$12 for children (ages 4–12)*
*Children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours.
Weather permitting. Reservations Required.

Spend quality time with your family or friend group on a 30-minute boat tour of Buffalo Bayou. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along the waterway. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, turtles and the occasional alligator on the banks.
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Bat Boat Tour
2021-08-27 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-08-28 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-08-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Sound Healing Meditation
Sail the scenic waterway on a 90-minute, guided tour from downtown to Waugh Drive Bridge and back to watch the emergence of the 250,000+ Mexican free-tailed bats that live under the bridge.

Our knowledgeable guide will share details about the bats’ eating patterns, behavior and contributions to the bayou’s ecosystem. Space is limited, and boat tours fill up fast. Boat departs 45 minutes before sunset.

Please note, kids must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat.
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History Boat Tour
2021-10-09 10:00 - 11:30 | TX
Look back at Houston’s history while cruising Buffalo Bayou with a local historian. Your guide will share stories of the Allen brothers and provide historical information about the people, places and events along the bayou that helped shape Houston.

Time: 10 – 11:30 am
Cost: $40 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours)
Weather permitting. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
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Songs on the Water
2021-10-09 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-10-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2021-10-10 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-10-10 18:00 - 19:30, 2021-10-16 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-10-16 18:00 - 19:30, 2021-10-17 16:00 - 17:30, 2021-10-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Sound Healing Meditation
Enjoy a transformative 90-minute boat ride on Buffalo Bayou that includes a recital, and wine selected by Nice Winery, and a cheese plate.
Mezzo-soprano Jazmine Olwalia, described as a “powerhouse”, will serenade you during the evening along with pianist Kirill Kuzmin.
This event is hosted in partnership with the Houston Grand Opera.

For your safety, we will require masks on this experience. We appreciate your understanding.
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Wine Tasting Boat Tour with Nice Winery
2021-10-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Sound Healing Meditation
Taste from a curated selection of wines and cheeses while taking in exceptional views of Buffalo Bayou’s lush landscape from our pontoon boat. Nice Winery’s Ryan Levy, a winemaker, certified sommelier, wine educator and Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, will lead guests through a discussion of his award-winning wines, including the Best of Show winner of the Houston Rodeo Wine Competition. Learn more about Nice Winery’s winemaking and vineyards here.

Adults ages 21+ only.
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Christmas Cruises
2021-12-04 13:00 - 16:45, 2021-12-05 13:00 - 16:45, 2021-12-11 13:00 - 16:45, 2021-12-12 13:00 - 16:45, 2021-12-17 13:00 - 16:45, 2021-12-19 13:00 - 16:45 | Sound Healing Meditation
Celebrate the holiday season with a pontoon boat ride along Buffalo Bayou. Enjoy festive boat lighting, treats, and time with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Departure location: Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002)
45-minute tours departing at:

1pm
2pm
3pm
4pm

Reservations required.

Adult (Ages 13+): $15
Child (Ages 4-12): $10

Children age 4+ only.
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Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours
2022-02-19 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-02-26 10:00 - 13:45 | Sound Healing Meditation
These 45-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the evening with your family and friends. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou’s waters. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, and even an occasional alligator on the banks.
Tours leave on the hour beginning at 10am and ending at 2pm.
Cost:

Adults: $15
Children: $12 (ages 4-12)

Departure location: Allen’s Landing, 1019 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.
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CANCELED: Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours (45-minutes)
2022-02-26 10:00 - 13:45 | Sound Healing Meditation
This boat tour has been canceled due to weather.

These 45-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the evening with your family and friends. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou’s waters. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, and even an occasional alligator on the banks. Face masks, covering the nose and mouth, are required.
Tours leave on the hour beginning at 10am and end at 1:45pm.
Cost: $10/person
Departure location: Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.

CANCELED: History Boat Tour
2022-03-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Sound Healing Meditation
This tour has been canceled.

Look back at Houston’s history while cruising Buffalo Bayou on a 90-minute tour with a local historian. Your guide will share stories of the Allen brothers and provide historical information about the people, places, and events along the bayou that helped shape Houston.
Cost: $40/person
Departure location: Allen’s Landing, 1001 Commerce St., Houston, TX 77002
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.

CANCELED: Songs on the Water
2022-03-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Sound Healing Meditation
This tour has been canceled.

Enjoy a transformative 90-minute boat ride on Buffalo Bayou that includes a recital, and wine selected by Nice Winery, and snacks. This event is hosted in partnership with the Houston Grand Opera.
March 12 and 13:
Bass-Baritone, Fernando Grimaldo, described as having a rich and enchanting sound, will serenade you during the evening along with pianist Madeline Slettedahl .
March 26 and 27:
Soprano, Priscilla Salisbury, praised for her “shimmering voice and stage presence,” will serenade you during the evening along with pianist Teruhiko Toda.

For your safety, we will require masks for this experience. We appreciate your understanding.
