April Walking Tour

Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership and Katy Prairie Conservancy for a docent-led walking tour through Buffalo Bayou Park to learn more about the pocket prairies and new amenities in the park, and to discuss the long history of change along this waterway.

Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tours

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Guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from Waugh Bridge. Learn more about these 250,000 magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us. Time: Boat departs 30 minutes before sunset (1½ hour boat rides) Cost: $30 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours) Weather permitting. Reservations required. […]

Johnny Steele Dog Park Closure

Waterway Cleanup

The Dog Park will be closed Wednesday, April 29 until 3:00 pm for painting of the entry fence.

Cinco de Bayou

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We're partnering up with Cuchara Restaurant for a festive Cinco de Mayo "foodie float!" Enjoy three authentic ceviche dishes and flowing margaritas as you take in views of Buffalo Bayou's lush scenery aboard BBP’s pontoon boat, Spirit of the Bayou.

Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour (SOLD OUT)

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Guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from Waugh Bridge. Learn more about these 250,000 magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us. (Weather and water levels permitting.)

Blanket Bingo

Join BBP and Downtown Houston for Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park! Bring your blanket, lawn chairs or snag one of the tables at the park for a night of music and great prizes. $10 admission (cash only) includes one bingo packet. Additional games and daubers can be purchased for $1 each.

SOLD OUT – “Looking Back” Boat Tour

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THIS TOUR IS SOLD OUT. Buffalo Bayou Partnership invites you to take a look back to the late 1800s, when Houston was founded, to learn about the important individuals and families along Buffalo Bayou who helped shape Houston. Louis Aulbach, local historian and author of Buffalo Bayou: An Echo of Houston’s Wilderness Beginnings will be your guide. […]

CANCELED: Twilight Tour

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Due to high water levels, this boat tour has been canceled. These 30-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the 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 the occasional alligator!

Volunteer Workshops for Grand Opening Procession

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Drop-in for the last two days of creative building sessions led by Alex Kahn and Sophia Michahelles of Processional Arts Workshop to build large-scale lanterns for Buffalo Bayou Park's grand opening in the fall.

Johnny Steele Dog Park Closure

Waterway Cleanup

The Johnny Steele Dog Park is closed until we have the opportunity to clear storm debris and return the environment to a fun place for dogs and owners.