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There’s always something new and exciting happening in the Austin area, especially when it comes to all things shopping and entertainment! This week, I got a brand-new September event I know you’re going to absolutely love! Starting on September 10th, Pop Spot is the perfect experience for shoppers to fully experience the masterworks of one-of-a-kind designers and brands, allowing for them to shop, have fun, and support small businesses. This event aims to revolutionize the changing landscape of retail, allowing customers to fully experience the glitz and style of the best local businesses in the Austin area!  For those of you who absolutely adore all things shopping, this is definitely the perfect event to take part in, especially since it’ll help you become more acquainted with Austin’s best and brightest on the fashion scene. Plus, it’s at the Hilton in Austin, giving way to a fancy, classy atmosphere that everyone can love.  Austin may be known for its strange and unusual events an

Fall is steadily approaching and, with this in mind, it’s only natural that some ideal seasonal events are on their way! If you’re living in the Dallas region, here’s a great way you can celebrate September in style! Starting on September 11th and running all the way through Halloween, the nearby city of Grapevine will be hosting Goblins & Giggles at the Gaylord Texan Resort.  This spooky, sensational event shall feature some incredibly fun and engaging activities for everyone, including an art studio, a hide & seek scavenger hunt, live ghost stories, Fall-themed escape rooms, a Trick or Treat expedition, and the Monster Mash Bash. There will also be plenty of other great activities, including fun animal encounters, family bingo, and more! September may still be a month before Halloween, but it’s never too early to enjoy some good old-fashioned seasonal spirit (literally!).  The great thing about the Grapevine area is that Dallas is only a short drive away there and back again,

Coming next month, Houston celebrates the audible and cultural traditions of one of music’s greatest genres. On Saturday, September 21st, The Houston Jazz Collective will be presenting an evening of spectacular jazz musicians Hubert Laws and Shelley Carrol, as well as featuring the work of acclaimed Houston visual artist Jesse Lott. Guests can gather together for FREE at Miller Outdoor Theatre to enjoy an amazing night of music and fun as they groove to some classic tunes with great company.  All musical guests are experts in their craft and guests will absolutely love the lively atmosphere, complete with plenty of artistic visuals meant to serenade the mind and senses. Miller Outdoor Theatre has always been the #1 place to be if you’re looking for a cost-effective, engaging entertainment event within the Houston area. And for Jazz enthusiasts around the world, this is the perfect opportunity to unwind, relax, and enjoy the best music in town with friends and loved ones. Houston’s Mill

Believe it or not, the month of October is almost upon us. And you know what that means! That’s right, if you’re a native Houstonian, it means a ton of great festivals and activities to enjoy with friends and family. Get ready because this one is definitely something up your alley! On October 2nd, located at the ever-wonderful Discovery Green in Downtown Houston, guests can enjoy the doggone-great Puptopia Festival! What is the Puptopia Festival? It’s the first-ever amazement park just for dogs and their owners! The festival features an all-day schedule that includes photo opportunities, tons of activities, a stunt dog show, food, drinks, and much more!  If you’re looking for a way to treat Fido to a day of absolute fun, this is definitely something to take note of. There will be ramps, a life-sized fire hydrant, a bowl-shaped ball pit, breed meet-up opportunities, and a wide variety of other dog-themed events to keep you entertained for hours! There will even be a place where you can

For years, people from around the world have fallen in love with the works of Studio Ghibli.  From Spirited Away to Kiki’s Delivery Service to Princess Mononoke, these films have captured the heart and imagination of film and animation enthusiasts everywhere. Yours truly included! I really can’t think of a single film by the company that I haven’t absolutely adored.  The good news for Dallas residents is that now they can experience these films on the big screen the way they were meant to be enjoyed. At the Angelika Film Center, Ghibli fans across the Dallas area can gather together to enjoy subbed and dubbed showings of their favorite Studio Ghibli films at the theater.  With their stunning animation, creative visuals, and quirky storytelling, Studio Ghibli movies are perfect for families and people of all ages. And if you know someone who hasn’t seen these films before, this is definitely the perfect opportunity to introduce them in an ideal movie-focused atmosphere!  Dallas has alwa

San Antonio benefits from a rich, scenic climate complete with a lovely nature-fueled atmosphere.  So what better way to celebrate it than to experience the amazing nighttime spectacle that is watching a movie under San Antonio’s beautiful night sky? Just in time for the end of summer, Tower of the Americas is presenting a series of family-friendly movies under the stars for San Antonio families across the city to enjoy. These movies include all things Disney, Pixar, and Marvel, ensuring plenty of fan-favorite experiences that your children will absolutely love.  Families can gather together to watch all their favorite movies outside by the Tower of the Americas, surrounded by a beautiful outside glow to maximize the coziness of their experience. Movies will be shown year-round and some of the upcoming titles include Aladdin, Elf, Star Wars, Avengers, and plenty more! It’s a great way to show up to celebrate San Antonio’s welcoming atmosphere, as well as spend quality time with loved o

For any Houstonian looking to take advantage of some new prime opportunities that have recently popped up within the area, there’s some GREAT news! The long-awaited dining venue Railway Heights Market Hall is now officially open for business! At long last, guests can experience this amazing, diverse food hall filled to the brim with delicious restaurant stalls and other local vendors. Regardless of your personal food preferences, I think you’ll find that this place has exactly what you need to enjoy some truly tasty cuisine. An additionally great thing about this place is that there’s really so much more to it than just dining--there’s a dog park, a beer garden, and a grocery store that are planned for the near future, set to open within the following months. This outstanding food hall has been in the works since 2018 with the expressed goal of attracting tons of in-demand eateries within the region. For any hungry Houstonian living near the area, or even across the city, this is defin

For all you Austin creepy-crawly lovers, I’ve got some great news for you all! The city is getting hyped for its local Bat Fest, an exciting occasion bound to take flight as Austinites marvel at 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats emerging from under the bridge at dusk. Yes, you heard me. TONS of bats. But don’t worry, there’s more to it than that--there will be plenty of amazing party-fueled activities to enjoy including live stage music, over 50 arts and crafts vendors, food and drinks, children’s activities, a bat costume contest, and more!  For parents with kids that love animals, this is definitely the perfect event for a great time while letting your little ones get excited over the beauty of nature. And if you’re just a general fan of bats, what could be better than a whole festival dedicated to them? Not going to lie, bats are pretty rad, especially when it comes to their prevalence in popular culture, from Dracula to Batman. So why not celebrate them while also getting the ch

Ready to brew up some excitement in the Houston area? I certainly hope so because starting on Saturday, August 28th, the Houston Museum of Natural Science is going to be hosting a real one-of-a-kind experience for locals. At the Brewsology Beer Festival, guests over 21 can sample over 50 breweries and 150 beers while getting to explore the museum, making for a lively and entertaining overall experience that you’d be crazy to miss out on!  It’s pretty odd mixing beer and educational learning together but this IS Houston and that’s just how we roll. Personally, I find it pretty funny and I have the very strong belief that this event is going to be a wild ride for the ages. Plus, it’s just a great opportunity to sip on some of the region’s best local brews with friends and family. General admission is running from 8pm to 11pm and VIP and Early Admission will be from 7pm to 11pm. All ticket tiers will include beer and access throughout the museum with admission. So yes, you can enjoy the s