Wellness Walk
2019-01-02 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | bird-grasshopper
Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership on a Wellness Walk led by Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths Wellness Coaching. Anyone and everyone are invited to walk along the paths of Buffalo Bayou Park while discussing topics including mental and physical health as well as the benefits of being exposed to nature.
Walks depart at 9 am and cover 3 miles in 1.5 hours.
Register

Young Professionals Happy Hour at Le Meridien
2019-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | TWM_spirits_vector
EDIT FOR WEATHER: We’ll be moving the Happy Hour INSIDE of the hotel at the first-floor restaurant.

Head downtown for a special rooftop happy hour at Le Meridien’s Z on 23 Bar! Learn more about what Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s YP group, The Currents, are all about while you sip under the Houston skyline. This is a member and non-member happy hour, so we’re looking forward to getting to know new people! Please contact Jessica McFall for any questions.

Appetizers will be provided by Le Meridien and there will be happy hour specials from 6-8pm.

RSVP on Facebook!

FULL: Monthly Volunteer Workday
2019-02-16 08:30 - 11:00 | bird-grasshopper
This volunteer day is at capacity. Please join us next month!

Time: 8:30 to 11:30 am
Parking: City Lot H
Check-In Location: Contact volunteer@buffalobayou.org for location details
Houstonians, ages 9 and up, are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month. Whether volunteering as a large or small group, or individually, your efforts will lead to a healthier environment and a more aesthetically pleasing amenity for all to enjoy.
Volunteers will help with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: trash pick-up, mulching and weed removal. We do ask that all volunteers bring their own work gloves. All other necessary work tools will be provided by BBP.
To sign up, please read the Volunteer Information packet and complete an online Volunteer Waiver with the event date.
Volunteer Information Volunteer Waiver
Have a larger group interested in helping out on this date? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator by email or phone 713.752.0314 ext.206.

Pizza & Planting
2019-02-16 10:00 - 12:00 | FullSizeRender-2
Date: Saturday, February 16
Time: 10-12pm
Location: Buffalo Bend Nature Park (2300 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia Dr.)
Join young professionals groups The Currents and Trees For Houston’s RedBuds at Buffalo Bend Nature Park, a unique 10-acre park, located near the Port of Houston Turning Basin that features wetland ponds, hike and bike trails, native plantings and an overlook. Offering passive recreation and wildlife conservation, the site serves as a beautiful eastern trail head along Buffalo Bayou. Help plant trees to add to this beautiful urban greenspace and stay afterward for pizza and beer to celebrate your hard work!
Gloves and equipment will be provided, however, we do recommend bringing your own water to stay hydrated while working.
Due to popularity, this is a members-only event and RSVPs are required. Become a member today and reserve your spot by emailing Jessica McFall.
Members RSVP

Nature Walking Tour
2019-02-16 10:30 - 12:00, 2019-03-16 10:30 - 12:00 | bird-grasshopper
Time: 10:30 to 12:00 pm
Parking: City Lot H
Location: The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park (105 Sabine St.)
Enjoy a free walking tour in Buffalo Bayou Park highlighting the landscape and ecology of 19th century Texas that created Houston, as well as the importance of prairies in rebuilding this astonishing and all but vanished ecosystem.
Register

CANCELLED: Port to Port History Boat Tour
2019-02-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Volunteer
Due to rain in the forecast, this tour has been cancelled.

Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Price: $45
The Port to Port Tour is a cruise east of downtown on Buffalo Bayou from Allen’s Landing to the Port of Houston Turning Basin.
In 1914 with the opening of the Houston Ship Channel and the modern Port of Houston, the section of Buffalo Bayou from the port’s turning basin to the foot of Main Street (now known as Allen’s Landing) was called the upper channel.
Very few Houstonians today get to experience the upper channel by boat which has a very different environment from that of the bayou west of downtown.
Join bayou guide Andrew Groocock on a historical tour of the upper channel of Buffalo Bayou focusing on the historic significance of this industrial stretch and Houston, as you cruise the approximately seven miles from the old port of Houston to the new port of Houston.

Buffalo Bayou Boat Tours
2019-03-02 10:00 - 13:30 | 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. Reservations required.

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 10 am – 2 pm with the last tour departing at 1:30 pm.
Select a Time and Purchase Tickets

Monuments Monologue: Artists Talk
2019-03-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Choral Performances in the Cistern, TX
Meadow surrounding the Henry Moore Spindle sculpture in Buffalo Bayou Park (Allen Parkway near Gillette St.)
Discussion with New Monuments for New Cities participating artists Delilah Montoya and Jimmy Castillo (Sin Huellas artists) and Phillip Pyle, II.
Cost: Free
RSVP on Facebook!

SOLD OUT - Foodie Float: Wine Tasting with Nice Winery
2019-03-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out.

Our spring Foodie Float schedule begins with a winemaker experience! 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.

SOLD OUT: Luck of the Irish Boat Ride
2019-03-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Volunteer
This boat tour is sold out.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with another Saint….St. Arnold Brewery. Toast to all things Irish as you enjoy tasty brew from our friends at St. Arnold’s and pizza bites as you cruise along Houston’s historic waterway.
Make a Reservation

Message and Meaning: Reconsidering Monuments Today
2019-03-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Public Art
Panel Discussion with New Monuments for New Cities Artists and Melanie Kress, Associate Curator, High Line Art. Moderated by Karen Farber, Director, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts, University of Houston.
Panel discussion underwritten by Christopher Knapp/Collaboration Capital.
Location:
Project Row Houses (Eldorado Ballroom)
RSVP

SOLD OUT: Songs on the Water presented by BBP and Houston Grand Opera
2019-03-23 16:00 - 19:30 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out.

Enjoy a transformative 90-minute boat ride on the Buffalo Bayou that includes a recital, selected wine by Nice Winery and light bites.
Baritone Ben Edquist, one of today’s premier interpreters of contemporary American opera, will be serenading you during the evening along with pianist, Patrick Henry.
This event is put on in partnership with the Houston Grand Opera.
Two tours available for purchase:

4pm-5:30pm
6-7:30pm

Songs on the Water presented by BBP and Houston Grand Opera
2019-03-24 16:00 - 19:30 | Volunteer
The 4pm tour is sold out.

Enjoy a transformative 90-minute boat ride on the Buffalo Bayou that includes a recital, selected wine by Nice Winery and light bites.
Baritone Ben Edquist, one of today’s premier interpreters of contemporary American opera, will be serenading you during the evening along with pianist, Patrick Henry.
This event is put on in partnership with the Houston Grand Opera.
Two tours available for purchase:

4pm-5:30pm
6-7:30pm

Tickets for the 6pm tour

Buffalo Bayou in Bloom Kick-off Happy Hour
2019-04-02 18:00 - 20:00 | TX
Let’s kick-off Buffalo Bayou in Bloom, the spring fundraising event hosted by The Currents, with a happy hour at the Four Season’s Bayou & Bottle!
Meet the event co-chairs and host committee, find out about this exciting event and learn a little about Buffalo Bayou Partnership‘s Master Plan. Appetizers will be provided and they are giving us access to play their brand new, state-of-the-art Top Golf simulation inside of the newly renovated lounge at the Four Seasons Hotel Downtown.
We’ll be drawing names for free tickets, so bring your friends!
Interested in becoming a member of The Currents? Find out more information and purchase a membership here.
Invite your Friends on Facebook!

Sunrise Yoga sponsored by BIG Power Yoga
2019-04-05 06:30 - 07:15 | bird-grasshopper
Flow into the weekend with Sunrise Yoga on Buffalo Bayou! We’re partnering with BIG Power Yoga for a series of 45-minute early morning yoga sessions that will take place on the lawn at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park. With a spectacular view of downtown, Houston’s most iconic greenspace is a unique and uplifting backdrop for yogis of all levels and ages. Bring your own mat. Reusable water bottle encouraged.
Cost: Suggested $10 donation to Buffalo Bayou Partnership (No cash. Text BAYOUYOGA to 41444 to make a donation.)
Parking is available at 105 Sabine Street. See other parking options here.

CANCELLED: Monuments Monologue: Artists Talk
2019-04-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Choral Performances in the Cistern, TX
Due to bad weather, this talk has been cancelled.

Meadow surrounding the Henry Moore Spindle sculpture in Buffalo Bayou Park (Allen Parkway near Gillette St.)
Discussion with New Monuments for New Cities participating artist Regina Agu.
Cost: Free

Foodie Float: Wine Tasting with Nice Wines
2019-04-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Volunteer
Our spring Foodie Float schedule begins with a winemaker experience! 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.
Buy Tickets

CANCELLED: Buffalo Bayou Boat Tour
2019-04-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Volunteer
This boat tour is cancelled.

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.

Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
2019-04-13 19:05 - 20:35 | Volunteer
Learn more about these thousands of magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us! Led by a “bat girl” docent, guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from the Waugh Drive Bridge on Buffalo Bayou.
Time: Dusk – Boat departs 45 minutes before sunset (1½ hour boat rides)
Cost: $30 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours)
Weather and water levels permitting. Reservations required.
Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Q&A

Art Walk: Anthony Shumate
2019-04-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Houston, Texas Dog Parks You Furry Buddy Will Love
Meet artist Anthony Shumate and discover all of his Monumental Moments located at unexpected locations in Buffalo Bayou Park.
The public art along Buffalo Bayou makes for a unique experience and adventure around every corner. Learn more about these exceptional public works of art during Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s newest guided tour. Discover the meanings and muses behind specific pieces explained by the artists themselves during this four-tour series.
Sunday, April 14
9:30-10:30am
Cost: $10
Departure location will be at The Water Works Visitor Center (105 Sabine Street).
Please note no refunds.
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Buffalo Bayou in Bloom 2019
2019-04-18 18:30 - 21:30 | bird-grasshopper
Help us keep Buffalo Bayou blooming!
You’re invited to the 2nd annual Buffalo Bayou in Bloom!
Join our young professionals, The Currents, to celebrate springtime and fundraise for BBP at this event with music from DJ FXBOXOLMOS, light bites, libations and more at Buffalo Bayou Park! Enjoy stunning downtown views, tour the historic Cistern, all the while supporting Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s mission to restore and revitalize Buffalo Bayou.
Guests will have the chance to bid on fantastic silent auction packages for culinary, cultural and recreational experiences.
There will be free parking in City Lot H off of Memorial Drive.

Thank you to our in-kind donors!

Online ticket sales are now closed.

FULL: Monthly Volunteer Workday
2019-04-20 08:30 - 11:30 | TX
This volunteer workday is at capacity. Please check other dates for availability.

Time: 8:30 to 11:30 am
Parking: City Lot H
Check-In Location: Contact volunteer@buffalobayou.org for location details
Houstonians, ages 9 and up, are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month. Whether volunteering as a large or small group, or individually, your efforts will lead to a healthier environment and a more aesthetically pleasing amenity for all to enjoy.
Volunteers will help with a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: trash pick-up, mulching and weed removal. We do ask that all volunteers bring their own work gloves. All other necessary work tools will be provided by BBP.
To sign up, please read the Volunteer Information packet and complete an online Volunteer Waiver with the event date.
Volunteer Information Volunteer Waiver
Questions? Taylor Tavormina by email (volunteer@buffalobayou.org) or by phone 713-752-0314 ext. 206.

Monuments Monologue: Artists Talk
2019-04-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Choral Performances in the Cistern, TX
Meadow surrounding the Henry Moore Spindle sculpture in Buffalo Bayou Park (Allen Parkway near Gillette St.)
Discussion with New Monuments for New Cities participating artists Regina Agu, Nick Vaughan and Jake Margolin and Jamal Cyrus.
Cost: Free
RSVP on Facebook!

SOLD OUT: Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
2019-04-20 19:05 - 20:35 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out.

Learn more about these thousands of magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us! Led by a “bat girl” docent, guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from the Waugh Drive Bridge on Buffalo Bayou.
Time: Dusk – Boat departs 45 minutes before sunset (1½ hour boat rides)
Cost: $30 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours)
Weather and water levels permitting. Reservations required.
Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Q&A

SOLD OUT: Port to Port History Boat Tour
2019-04-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Volunteer
This tour is sold out.

Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Price: $45
The Port to Port Tour is a cruise east of downtown on Buffalo Bayou from Allen’s Landing to the Port of Houston Turning Basin.
In 1914 with the opening of the Houston Ship Channel and the modern Port of Houston, the section of Buffalo Bayou from the port’s turning basin to the foot of Main Street (now known as Allen’s Landing) was called the upper channel.
Very few Houstonians today get to experience the upper channel by boat which has a very different environment from that of the bayou west of downtown.
Join bayou guide Andrew Groocock on a historical tour of the upper channel of Buffalo Bayou focusing on the historic significance of this industrial stretch and Houston, as you cruise the approximately seven miles from the old port of Houston to the new port of Houston.

Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
2019-04-27 19:05 - 20:35 | Volunteer
Learn more about these thousands of magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us! Led by a “bat girl” docent, guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from the Waugh Drive Bridge on Buffalo Bayou.
Time: Dusk – Boat departs 45 minutes before sunset (1½ hour boat rides)
Cost: $30 per person (children under 4 are not permitted on boat tours)
Weather and water levels permitting. Reservations required.
Buy Tickets

A Monumental Evening: Closing Party
2019-04-27 20:00 - 22:00 | TX
Where: Buffalo Bayou Partnership Silos along Buffalo Bayou’s East Sector (801 N. Nagle Street, off of Navigation, Houston, TX 77003)
Come out for a FREE evening of art and fun. BBP’s iconic concrete silos in the East End will become an outdoor canvas for larger-than-life projections of the 25 posters featured in New Monuments for New Cities. From 8-10pm, we’ll keep the party going with food trucks, music from DJ FXBOXOLMOS, cocktails from Treaty Oak Distilling and beer from Saint Arnold Brewing Company. Meet the Houston artists participating in the exhibition and join in the global conversation about the evolving nature of monuments.
RSVP

Dinner at The Dunlavy
2019-05-08 18:30 - 22:00 | TX
Join BBP for a unique opportunity to enjoy an exclusive Dinner at The Dunlavy on May 8th!
6:30PM Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres and Highlights of Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s Projects
7:00PM Four-Course Seated Dinner with Pairings from J. Lohr Vineyards & Wine
Sanober and Murad Ajani
Lisa Marshall and Don Welsh
Dinner Co-Chairs
The Dunlavy at Lost Lake in Buffalo Bayou Park
3422 Allen Parkway, Valet Parking
Business Casual
Seating is limited. If you have questions, please contact Leigh McBurnett, BBP Director of Development, at 713.752.0314 ext. 105 or lmcburnett@buffalobayou.org.
Proceeds from this fundraising event support Buffalo Bayou Partnership and will allow our non-profit organization to continue revitalizing, maintaining and activating Buffalo Bayou. For tax purposes, the estimated fair market value is $75 per person.
Click here to purchase tickets!

CANCELED: Buffalo Bayou Boat Tour
2019-05-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Volunteer
Due to heavy rains, this tour is canceled.

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.
