Buffalo Bayou Partnership

Sound Healing Meditation
2024-06-22 10:00 - 10:45, 2024-06-23 10:00 - 10:45, 2024-06-26 19:00 - 19:45, 2024-06-29 10:00 - 10:45, 2024-06-30 10:00 - 10:45, 2024-07-03 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-07-06 10:00 - 10:45, 2024-07-07 10:00 - 10:45 (America/Chicago) and 3 more dates | BUFFALO BAYOU PARK CISTERN, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Find your center and practice meditation in the spacious and tranquil Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern. Offered in collaboration with Union is Creation, this meditation series will feature the use of singing bowls and wind chimes to encourage mindfulness and connectivity.
Guests should bring their own cushions or mats and water only in a non-glass container. No food or non-water drinks are allowed inside the Cistern.
Cost: $15
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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Port to Port
2024-06-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The Port to Port History Tour is a 2-hour 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. 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.
Cost: $45/person
Departure location: 1019 Commerce Street (at Main Street), go down the cascading stairs (on your left of the 3-story brown brick building). The pontoon boat will be docked at the wharf.
Weather permitting. Reservations Required. Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on the pontoon boat.
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Buffalo Bayou Park Wellness Walk
2024-06-26 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-07-03 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-07-10 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | The Water Works, 105 Sabine St, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership on a free Wellness Walk led by Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths. Anyone and everyone is invited to walk through the paths of Buffalo Bayou Park while discussing topics including mental and physical health as well as the benefits of being exposed to nature.
NEW: The first Wednesday of every month, translator Marcella Cabrera will join the group to offer the guided walk in Spanish.
NUEVO: El primer miércoles de cada mes, la traductora Marcella Cabrera se unirá al grupo para ofrecer la caminata guiada en español.
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Sunset Yoga
2024-06-27 18:30 - 19:15 (America/Chicago) | THE WATER WORKS, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Wind down with Sunset Yoga on Buffalo Bayou! From April through June, we’re partnering with The Breathing Room to offer a series of evening yoga sessions on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Yogis of all ages and levels are welcome to enjoy this 45-minute session along with golden-hour views of downtown from The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park. Bring your own mat. Reusable water bottles are encouraged.
Cost: Suggested $10 donation to Buffalo Bayou Partnership
Parking is available at 105 Sabine Street. See other parking options here.
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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
2024-06-28 19:40 - 21:10, 2024-07-05 19:35 - 21:05 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
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.
Cost: $30/person
Departure location: Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.)
Please note, children must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat.
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Summer Species: Butterfly Briefing
2024-06-29 09:00 - 09:30, 2024-07-06 09:00 - 09:30, 2024-07-13 09:00 - 09:30 UTC | THE WATER WORKS, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Join us every Saturday in June through August for “Ask the Expert” and dive into the wondrous world of butterflies and other pollinators during our Summer Species series. Find out why these tiny creatures are essential for keeping our environment healthy, helping plants grow, and making sure we have food. Get tips on protecting them, enjoy chatting with experts who can answer all your questions, and watch the transformation of caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly in our very own mini habitat. Don’t miss out on these fun and informative sessions!
Additional Information:
Meet at The Water Works Visitor Center next to the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern.
Parking is available in the adjacent parking lot or along Sabine Street.
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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: History
2024-06-29 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
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.
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Bubbles and Fireworks Boat Tour
2024-07-04 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
SOLD OUT

Hop aboard BBP’s pontoon boat for perfect views of Houston’s spectacular fireworks show!
Avoid the crowds and view the city’s fireworks extravaganza while floating along Buffalo Bayou and enjoying bubbly, beer, wine and light bites.
We can only accommodate 21 lucky guests, so register now!
Boat tours leave from Allen’s Landing (1005 Commerce Street).
Cost: $125 per person
Note: Children under the age of 4 are not allowed on the pontoon boat.
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Crucero de Buffalo Bayou: Crepúsculo
2024-07-06 17:00 - 17:45 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Estos paseos en bote de 45 minutos son una excelente manera de pasar tiempo con su familia y amigos. Escápese del bullicio de la ciudad y disfrute de la brisa fresca mientras se desliza por las aguas de Buffalo Bayou. Observe garzas elegantes, peces saltadores e incluso un caimán en las orillas del agua.
Costo:

Adultos: $15
Niños: $12 (edades4-12)

Lugar de salida: 1019 Commerce Street (en Main Street), baje las escaleras (a su izquierda del edificio de ladrillo de color marrón de 3 pisos). El pontón estará en el muelle.
*Los niños menores de 4 años no están permitidos en excursiones en barco.
Si el tiempo lo permite. Se requiere reservación.
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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Twilight
2024-07-06 18:00 - 20:45 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the cool breeze as you glide along the waterway at twilight. Look for graceful herons, jumping fish, turtles, and the occasional alligator on the banks.
Tours are approximately 45 minutes long and leave promptly on the hour beginning at 6pm. The last tour departs at 8pm.
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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Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats
2024-07-12 19:35 - 21:05, 2024-07-13 19:35 - 21:05 (America/Chicago) | ALLEN’S LANDING, 1001 Commerce Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
CANCELED DUE TO DAMAGED BOAT RAMP
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.
Cost: $30/person
Departure location: Allen’s Landing (1019 Commerce St.)
Please note, children must be at least four years old to board the pontoon boat.
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Johnny Steele Dog Park Community Input
2024-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Johnny Steele Dog Park, 2929 Allen Parkway, Houston, 77019, United States
Buffalo Bayou Partnership seeks your input on improvements to the Johnny Steele Dog Park. Join us outside of the dog park entrance to ask questions and share your thoughts.
If you would like to leave written feedback, please fill out this survey.
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