Bask in the sweet sounds of jazz music at the Houston International Jazz Festival, which makes its annual return by celebrating a remarkable run of music, artists, education, and history. The festival, benefitting Jazz Education, Inc., a nonprofit organization, starts the summer with live music and a host of musicians and bands worldwide. The focus of the festival always seeks to honor the legends, the music, and the standards of tradition, shaping young minds and educating them for the future.
Challenge yourself to a unique experience at The Escape Game Houston, where you can choose from one-of-a-kind themes featuring multiple rooms to escape from that are family-friendly and guaranteed immersive experiences. This Houston location is in CityCentre with popular nearby dining and shopping options. The favorite places to eat include Grimaldi's Pizzeria, Daily Gather, and Yard House, all perfect if you want to turn your escape room experience into a night out on the town. You can also grab some dessert at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams to celebrate a win or get an “I almost escaped” pick-me-up.
Satisfy your curiosity about the inner workings of a city police department at the Houston Police Department Museum, featuring a free-of-charge walkthrough where you can explore on your own or join a group tour. As you walk through the museum, you will come across the Wall of Honor memorial that shows badges, uniforms, artifacts from the Honor Guard, SWAT, Mounted Patrol, and other equipment utilized over the years that honor the ultimate sacrifice made by those officers that gave their lives in the line of duty.
Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar has an unmatched energy where the room is always alive and pumping, and it's hard to escape the feeling of that energy that pushes you to keep singing and dancing. They are not only known for their high-energy piano show but experts at creating memories, with everything from the VIP experiences to the incredible drinks and making sure every person that walks in the room has the time of their life.