Join Special K on the Bud Light Stage at Avenida Houston as Party on the Plaza continues on select Thusdays 6-10pm from September 13th to October 25th!

Catch local and regional bands perform for free along Avenida Plaza, in front of the George R. Brown Convention Center. Enjoy free concerts, countless jams, delicious food, craft beer specials, games, outdoor fun, and more!

Schedule of Events:
6:45 pm – 8 pm: Opening band
8:15 pm – 9:45 pm: Headliner
Beer specials begin at 6 pm

PERFORMING ON THE AVENIDA STAGE THIS THURSDAY!

Hayes Carll

GRAMMY-nominated Hayes Carll hails from Texas but spends most of his time traveling around the country playing his music for his loyal and enthusiastic fans. His most recent album, Lovers and Lovers, was critically acclaimed – winning Austin Music Awards for both Album of the Year and Song of the Year (Sake of the Song). In 2018, Hayes signed to Dualtone Records (Lumineers, Mt Joy, Shovels and Rope, Shaky Graves) and is recording his new album in early Fall for a February 2019 release. He will be sharing some of the new songs, along with some of his bigger hits at Party on the Plaza.

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While you’re enjoying the performances, stroll down the The Plaza at Avenida Houston to check the five new restaurant offerings! Check out some of the best places to grab a bite to eat below or click here. Plus get free 2-hour parking with validation from any of the five restaurants on Avenida de las Americas listed below! Click here for parking & transportation.

Alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase from cash/credit bar stations along the plaza. Outside alcoholic beverages will not be allowed. Each concert night, from 6 pm to 7 p.m, come out early for our $4 draft beer special!

KULTURE
Location: 701 AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS, STE. A, HOUSTON, TX 77010
LOCATED DOWNTOWN AT AVENIDA HOUSTON, ON THE GROUND FLOOR OF PARTNERSHIP TOWER, KULTURE OFFERS LUNCH, WINE, SIGNATURE COCKTAILS, BAR BITES (LIKE CALAS AND COLLARDS DIP AND MEATLOAF MEATBALLS), AND HAPPY HOUR FROM 4 TO 7 P.M. EVERY THURSDAY AND FRIDAY. KULTURE IS OPEN DAILY FROM 11 A.M. TO 10 P.M.

GROTTO DOWNTOWN
Location: 1001 AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS, HOUSTON, TX 77010
FROM SMALL AND SHAREABLE PLATES, FRESH & LOCAL SALADS TO REFRESHING & DYNAMIC ITALIAN CUISINE, GROTTO’S MENU ALSO OFFERS A SELECTION OF CURATED CRAFT BEERS, GRAPPA AND WINE—THE IDEAL PLACE FOR ANY OCCASION WHETHER IT’S LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR, BUSINESS MEETING OR DINNER IN THE CITY. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY – FRIDAY: OPEN AT 11 AM SATURDAY: OPEN AT 4 PM SUNDAY: OPEN AT 1 PM

BUD\’S PITMASTER BBQ
Location: 1001 AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS, HOUSTON, TX 77010
BUILT ADJACENT TO ITS VERY OWN SMOKEHOUSE, BUD’S DELIVERS FLAVORS THAT COMBINE SMOKEHOUSE-MADE SAUCE AND SPICES. FEATURING AN UPSCALE AND CONTEMPORARY ATMOSPHERE, BUD’S IS PERFECT FOR DINNER WITH FRIENDS OR JUST AN EVENING COCKTAIL.

MCALISTER\’S DELI
Location: 1001 AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS, HOUSTON, TX 77010
IN ADDITION TO DINE-IN AND TAKE-OUT SERVICE, MCALISTER’S ALSO OFFERS CATERING WITH A SELECTION OF SANDWICH TRAYS, BOX LUNCHES, DESSERTS AND A HOT SPUD BAR AND MORE. WITH NUMEROUS INDUSTRY ACCOLADES, THE MCALISTER’S BRAND HAS 361 RESTAURANTS IN 28 STATES. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY – THURSDAY: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM FRIDAY – SATURDAY: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM SUNDAY: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

PAPPADEAUX SEAFOOD KITCHEN
Location: 1001 AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS, HOUSTON, TX 77010
THE MENU OFFERS A GREAT SELECTION INCLUDING A WIDE VARIETY OF FRESH, FLAVORFUL FISH, GIANT SALADS, RICH AND DELICIOUS APPETIZERS, COMPLEMENTED BY A CAREFULLY DESIGNED SPECIALTY DRINK MENU, AND FINISHED OFF WITH HOMEMADE, DELECTABLE DESSERTS SO HUGE YOU’LL BE ABLE TO SHARE THEM WITH THE FAMILY. GREATER HOUSTON CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU – MEMBER THIS LOCATION DOES NOT CURRENTLY OFFER A HAPPY HOUR OPTION. HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY – THURSDAY: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM FRIDAY – SUNDAY: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM