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Looking for something twistedly tasteful in Houston for this upcoming Halloween season? Look no further than House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soiree! At this spooktacular event, visitors can freely roam across a bizarre, Halloween-themed residence and experience a night of themed cocktails, mystifying magic, sinister seances, tarot readings, ghostly specters, live music, secret games, giant ouija boards, and plenty more!  If you have a morbid mind and a love for the supernatural, this is the perfect outing to celebrate the literal spirit of the season! Guests are allowed to dress up in their own themed outfits for the event, as well as fully immerse themselves in the spooky soiree with outfits of any time period, fashion, or elegant dress. General admission for this event will include four miniature cocktails inspired by different rooms in the haunted residence. VIP tickets will include five cocktails, a commemorative cocktail glass, speedy access, and access to an exclusive VI...

It might be September right now but what better way to spice up the upcoming Halloween season than to get ready for a night of chills and thrills? Running from October 1st to November 13th, the Houston Scream Fest is more than just a haunted house of spooky sightings. It acts as a month-long festival where guests can experience the full throttle of the Halloween season. At the Houston Scream Fest, guests can enjoy a drink while perusing the biggest collection of fear-filled fun around! There will be concerts each night and guests can enjoy some quality food and games from any of the festival’s local vendors! There will even be a Zombie Paintball attraction as well for when you’re ready to shake out those limbs and engage in some creepy combat! Houston will be featuring a ton of different Halloween-themed attractions this year, especially with more and more businesses opening back up after the Covid pandemic. It’s important to continue staying safe and to wear your mask for proper prote...

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 ba...

Ready to spice up your Fourth of July?  It’s pretty easy if you know where to look, especially in the Houston area. When it comes to taking advantage of the best local events, you’re going to want to look for the best deals possible. Luckily, I’ve got you covered with this exciting Independence Day event!  Introducing Liberty on the Lawn! This FREE event is the perfect opportunity for friends and family to gather together to celebrate America’s independence in style! This opportunity will be an exciting evening filled with live music, food, activities, and a fireworks show. Some of the musicians showcased will include Bri Bagwell, No Rehearsal, and Jenna Lynn. And if you have kiddos, no worries! There will be plenty of games, face paint, and caricature drawings for everyone to enjoy!  But let’s talk turkey. As in the FOOD. You can enjoy some tasty entrees from the best places to eat in the area, including food from Bibo’s Bistro, Lupo Pizzeria, and Bocca Italian Kitchen. ...

Are you ready for some delicious smokey goodness?  That’s right, I’m talking barbecue. Ribs, smoked ham, brisket--all the finger-licking treasures you’d come to expect from living in the glorious state of Texas. Well for Austin residents, the time has come to loosen your belts and get ready for a dining experience you won’t want to miss!  Running from May 20th through May 22nd, Hot Luck is a one-of-a-kind, palate-pleasing event that is sure to get your mouth watering! With plenty of delicious food and some great live music, guests can experience the thrills of a truly great meal with friends and family.  Located at Franklin Barbecue, Hot Luck features top chefs within the area here to provide some red-hot munchies and live special events throughout the weekend. It’s an absolutely perfect way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend, complete with a special dining experience you’ll definitely never forget. Austin is home to some of the best food locations in the state. Texas is k...

For those of you with little ones, the build-up of excitement that comes with the Easter holiday is absolutely awe-inspiring.  And why not? From chocolate bunnies to the Easter Bunny to those weird, mystical sugar-bombs that we call Peeps, Easter brings about a surge of joy to children everywhere. And what greater joy is there at that age than taking part in an Easter egg hunt? I still remember roaming through the grassy fields at Easter family gatherings, searching for those brightly-colored, bulb-shaped mounds of plastic containing all the mysteries and wonders of the world, each promising a reward of unbridled childhood delight. There really is nothing like it and just thinking back brings such bittersweet nostalgia.  Located in the Salt Lake City region, Wheeler Historic Farm is proudly featuring a socially-distanced Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt! Running from March 22nd to April 3rd, this event will serve as the nostalgic childhood experience your children will fondly rememb...

Get ready to kick back and relax because Spring Break has arrived! Whether you’re a student, young adult, parent, or local, it’s always great to set aside time to chill out and enjoy the new season.  And for San Antonio residents, there are even more reasons to celebrate when it comes to exciting things going on in the area! Running from Saturday, March 6th to Sunday, March 21st, guests can hear local artists live in Discovery Village at Natural Bridge Caverns in honor of the Spring Break season. You’ll be able to check out the new LED lighting in Discovery Passages, along with brand new zip rails on the Twisted Trails Adventure Course. And all the while, you’ll get the chance to enjoy some great live music from 12 to 3 pm daily.  I’ve only been to the Natural Bridge Caverns once, but I distinctly remember it being breathtakingly beautiful with glittering walls and unique natural rock formations. San Antonio is very quirky in that it has a thriving cityscape but also some spec...

There’s always something delicious happening in Austin, especially when it comes to holiday celebrations! This year, Fat Tuesday is expected to be EXTRA fat with the excellent Pardi Gras celebration feast at Banger’s !  Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden is a mouth-watering Austin dining location with a wide variety of savory dishes for guests to enjoy. This year, running from Thursday, Feb. 11th to Fat Tuesday, Feb. 16th, Banger’s is hosting its Pardi Gras event complete with great food, music, and fun that you won’t want to miss out on! Food specials will include boudin balls, gumbo, muffulettas, po’boys, and beignets.  But it’s not a party without alcohol! Drink specials will also be featured, including French Quarter Temptress, Amber, Strawberry Lager, and cajun-spiced sake-mary. Guests can have their fill while enjoying some excellent live music as well from the Boss Street Brass Band and Kev Bev. There will also be a costume contest with prizes! Guests who arrive ...

With Valentine’s Day steadily approaching this Sunday, it’s never too early to plan out an ideal outing.  When it comes to Valentine’s Day, one might associate the holiday with many things, chocolate being one of them. If you’re a resident living in Dallas, there’s a great opportunity to enjoy some tasty chocolate along with some excellent wine!  Dallas by Chocolate is presenting The Galentine’s Experience, starting with a wine tasting at Urban Vines Wine Bistro near White Rock Lake. Guests will board a motorcoach to enjoy their chocolate complete with a champagne toast. There will also be the opportunity to move around town to photo ops and receive an additional chocolate surprise. You can also BYOB in case you’re looking to add some additional spice to your outing. The Residence at Lake Highlands is the perfect apartment residence in terms of getting to the event with little hassle. This Karya-owned property features high-quality amenities, affordable pricing, and a pet-frie...

  With everything going on right now in the world, there’s an easy push to want to kick back and relax with family and friends. The good news is that, if you’re a lover of music like I am, you now have the chance to experience all the magic and fun of the holiday season with Fever Originals’ Candlelight concert series! This series, taking place primarily in various Downtown Houston locations, is the perfect opportunity to unwind and enjoy some truly spectacular music under the comforting outdoor glow of candlelight. I’ve made no bones about Downtown Houston in the past and I still hold true to the fact that it’s a wonderful part of the city to enjoy, from dining to shopping locations you won’t want to miss. Based on my past experiences, apartment residents in Villa Nueva, Providence at Heights, Bayou Park, and so on, are all still the luckiest members of the Houston apartment community as they are a mere ten minutes away from downtown but without all the messy fanfare that is Hous...

  Residents with small children within driving distance of the Museum District--take note! Break out the candy corn and let the wild rumpus start! Going on right now until November 1st, the Houston Zoo is featuring its annual Zoo Boo celebration!  The Houston Museum district features some truly spectacular sights and events, providing an artistic and educational experience for all its residents. From Hermann Park to the Houston Museum of Natural Science, this district has tasteful art and culture in spades! The quick and easy commute to the Houston Zoo is no exception, especially for parents with animal-lover children. In terms of daily life in this district, especially for apartment residents, there are a plethora of different options when it comes to school and nature resources. Residents in Bayou Park Apartments and students at St. Thomas High School will have easy access to the famous Buffalo Bayou and Buffalo Bayou Park, along with enough affordable residential housing to...