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Houston Cougars Womens Basketball vs. Sam Houston State Bearkats Womens Basketball
Fri, Nov 6, 2026

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JOHN SUMMIT - CTRL ESCAPE ARENA TOUR
Fri, Nov 6, 2026

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Holiday Events in Houston
Parades, parties and seasonal events around the next big holidays in Houston.
Fall
Veterans Day & Remembrance Day
Nov 9 – Nov 11, 2026
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Holiday Season
Christmas & Holiday Season
Nov 20 – Dec 28, 2026
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Fall
Thanksgiving
Nov 25 – Nov 29, 2026
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Holiday Season
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday
Nov 27 – Nov 29, 2026
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Winter
New Year's Eve
Dec 29 – Jan 1, 2027
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Winter
Mardi Gras & Carnival
Jan 28 – Feb 9, 2027
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Winter
Lunar New Year
Feb 3 – Feb 20, 2027
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Winter
Valentine's Day
Feb 11 – Feb 15, 2027
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Houston CityPASS® - Access to 5 Attractions
Houston CityPASS® - Experience 5 must-see attractions and save up to 51% with Houston CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax and enjoy your memories in the making. With 9 days to use your tickets, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the top sights. Houston CityPASS® tickets include one-time admission to 5 attractions. Includes: Space Center Houston - General admission includes access to all exhibits, shows, and presentations in the center, plus tram tours to the NASA Johnson Space Center Astronaut Training Facility and Rocket Park. Plus choose 4 of the following: Houston Zoo - General admission (not valid for Zoo Lights) Downtown Aquarium - General Admission to Aquarium Adventure Exhibit (rides and games not included); rides may be temporarily unavailable Houston Museum of Natural Science - General Admission Kemah Boardwalk - All-Day Ride Pass (Stingray, Boardwalk Beast, and Iron Eagle not included) Children’s Museum Houston - General admission. To enter the museum, your group must be accompanied by a child. Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - ALL ACCESS ticket, including same-day admission to the Collection Galleries as well as most Special Exhibitions Plan Your Trip: Download the My CityPASS® app or visit my.citypass.com to access your tickets, make reservations (if required), and view attraction details. Top reasons why CityPASS® tickets might be right for you: Value: CityPASS® tickets save you time and money at the most popular attractions. Convenience: A single purchase and simple trip planning make CityPASS® tickets easy to use. Flexibility: CityPASS® tickets are valid for 9 days, so you get plenty of time to explore. Trust: 29 million travelers have enjoyed CityPASS® experiences since 1997.
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