Buffalo Bayou Partnership

CANCELED: Art Walk: ttweak
2019-05-18 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Volunteer
David Thompson and Randy Twaddle are the co-founders of ttweak, a 20 year old communications and design firm. In 1998, they created the text installations along Allen’s Landing, where Houston was founded by the Allen Brothers. Please join us to learn more about the historic significance and inspiration for this work and others.
Attendees will meet at The Water Works Visitor Center (105 Sabine Street) and walk to Allen’s Landing.

FULL: Monthly Volunteer Workday
2019-05-18 08:30 - 11:30, 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.

Blanket Bingo in Market Square Park
2019-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | TX
This popular park favorite is back! Join us for an exciting new season of Blanket Bingo, benefiting Market Square Park and Buffalo Bayou Partnership. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs or snag one of the tables at the park for a night of fun, music and great prizes! $10 admission (cash only) includes one bingo packet (approx. 9 games). Additional games and daubers can be purchased for $1 each. Packets will go on sale at 6pm and Bingo will begin at 7pm.
This event has been known to sell out, so be sure to get to the park early to secure your chances.
Food and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome. Outside alcohol is not allowed to be brought into the park; however, beer and wine are sold at the Niko Niko’s on-site along with delicious Greek and American food. The Historic Market Square neighborhood is home to a variety of other restaurants that also provide take-out food service.

The Currents Happy Hour at B.B. Lemon
2019-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Waterway Cleanup
Check out Berg Hospitality Group’s newest culinary concept, B.B. Lemon, with an all-new happy hour menu and spacious outdoor patio with The Currents! B.B. Lemon will be offering happy hour priced drinks and complimentary appetizers for the group at this cozy Washington Avenue hotspot.
Learn more about what The Currents do to support Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s mission of restoring and revitalizing Buffalo Bayou, meet like-minded young professionals and most importantly, have a drink!
Register for Free

Waugh Bat Colony Boat Tour
2019-05-11 19:05 - 20:35 | Volunteer
Due to heavy rains, this tour is canceled.

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

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.

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!

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

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

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.

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

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!

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.

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.
Purchase Tickets

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

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.

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: 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

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.

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!

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

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

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: 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

Nature Walking Tour
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

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.

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!

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

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.
