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SUMMARY:Bikes & Bats
DESCRIPTION:Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership and BikeHouston for a batty good time with a bike ride to the Waugh Bridge Bat Colony! \nBring your bike for an evening ride along Buffalo Bayou to the Waugh Drive Bridge\, where you’ll witness an unforgettable sight—more than 300\,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerging at sunset. Along the way\, bat expert DeAndra Ramsey will share insights about these fascinating and important creatures—affectionately known as “sky puppies.” Spots are limited\, so reserve yours today! \nCost\n$10 \nDuration\n2 hours / 3 miles \nMeeting Location\nThe Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park (105-B Sabine St) \nTICKETS
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/bikes-bats/
LOCATION:THE WATER WORKS\, 105 Sabine Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours,Bike Tour,Nature Event
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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. \nCost\nStarting at $30/person \nDuration\n90 minutes \nDeparture location\n Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.) \nPlease note\, children must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/july-2026-buffalo-bayou-cruise-bats-48-5/
LOCATION:ALLEN’S LANDING\, 1001 Commerce Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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. \nCost\nStarting at $30/person \nDuration\n90 minutes \nDeparture location\n Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.) \nPlease note\, children must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/july-2026-buffalo-bayou-cruise-bats-48-6/
LOCATION:ALLEN’S LANDING\, 1001 Commerce Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours
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SUMMARY:Bat Chat
DESCRIPTION:Stroll to Waugh Drive Bridge for a Bat Chat with the Houston Area Bat Team and see the bat colony up close! \nDid you know? These population of Mexican Free-tailed Bats at the Waugh Bridge can reach a peak of approximately 300\,000 in the summer months! Around sunset\, the colony leaves the crevices beneath the bridge and create a whirlwind-like formation as they emerge. Join the Houston Area Bat Team to learn and discover as they share fun\, educational facts and insights about these miniature\, flying mammals! \nInvite your family and friends\, bring a picnic blanket\, wear your bug spray\, and admire this unique phenomena. \n\n\n\nBat Chats are held every Friday evening from May to August as part of our Summer Species series\, starting 30 minutes before sunset. \n  \nCost\nFree \nTime\n7:30 – 8:30pm (30 minutes before sunset) \nMeeting Location\nWaugh Bridge Bat Colony Observation Deck (along Allen Parkway) \nFREE REGISTRATION
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/2026-july-bat-chat-4/
LOCATION:Waugh Drive Bat Bridge\, 1
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Bayou Cruise
DESCRIPTION:These 45-minute boat rides are a great way to spend time with your family and friends. Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along Buffalo Bayou\, through the heart of downtown Houston. Look for graceful herons\, turtles\, fish\, and even an occasional alligator on the banks. \nTours leave promptly on the hour beginning at 5 PM. \n  \nCost \n\nAdults: $20\nChildren: $16 (ages 4-12)\n\n  \nDeparture Location\nAllen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.) \nWeather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/july-2026-buffalo-bayou-cruise-12-4/
LOCATION:ALLEN’S LANDING\, 1001 Commerce Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boat Tour,Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours
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SUMMARY:Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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. \nCost\nStarting at $30/person \nDuration\n90 minutes \nDeparture location\n Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.) \nPlease note\, children must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/july-2026-buffalo-bayou-cruise-bats-48-7/
LOCATION:ALLEN’S LANDING\, 1001 Commerce Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours
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SUMMARY:Bat Chat
DESCRIPTION:Stroll to Waugh Drive Bridge for a Bat Chat with the Houston Area Bat Team and see the bat colony up close! \nDid you know? These population of Mexican Free-tailed Bats at the Waugh Bridge can reach a peak of approximately 300\,000 in the summer months! Around sunset\, the colony leaves the crevices beneath the bridge and create a whirlwind-like formation as they emerge. Join the Houston Area Bat Team to learn and discover as they share fun\, educational facts and insights about these miniature\, flying mammals! \nInvite your family and friends\, bring a picnic blanket\, wear your bug spray\, and admire this unique phenomena. \n\n\n\nBat Chats are held every Friday evening from May to August as part of our Summer Species series\, starting 30 minutes before sunset. \n  \nCost\nFree \nTime\n7:30 – 8:30pm (30 minutes before sunset) \nMeeting Location\nWaugh Bridge Bat Colony Observation Deck (along Allen Parkway) \nFREE REGISTRATION
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/2026-july-bat-chat-5/
LOCATION:Waugh Drive Bat Bridge\, 1
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours,Free Event
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SUMMARY:Bikes & Bats
DESCRIPTION:Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership and BikeHouston for a batty good time with a bike ride to the Waugh Bridge Bat Colony! \nBring your bike for an evening ride along Buffalo Bayou to the Waugh Drive Bridge\, where you’ll witness an unforgettable sight—more than 300\,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerging at sunset. Along the way\, bat expert DeAndra Ramsey will share insights about these fascinating and important creatures—affectionately known as “sky puppies.” Spots are limited\, so reserve yours today! \nCost\n$10 \nDuration\n2 hours / 3 miles \nMeeting Location\nThe Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park (105-B Sabine St) \nTICKETS
URL:https://buffalobayou.org/event/2026-bikes-and-bats-2-2/
LOCATION:THE WATER WORKS\, 105 Sabine Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bat Colony Tours,Bike Tour,Nature Event
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