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Visit The Woodlands April 14 -15 for a weekend of art, music, food, and fun at the 7th annual Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival.
Stroll along the Waterway and view paintings, drawings, jewelry, sculptures, and more created by over 200 artists from 36 states and three countries. Also enjoy musical performances on two stages and an “Art of Food” Chef demonstration. Take the kids by the Artopoly tent for interactive art activities that are sure to keep them entertained.
Hours for The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival are Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. Two-day passes are available for $15 and admission for children under twelve is free.
Enjoy nearby accommodations at The Woodlands Resort starting at $159 with free self-parking and complimentary transportation to and from the festival. To book a room, click here.
Hop On Over
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Enjoy live music, sip champagne and dine on the elaborate offerings created by the our fantastic culinary team.
They have put together a feast featuring made-to-order omelets, a Belgian waffle and pancake bar and other traditional breakfast items. Savory options include hand-carved roasted meats, seafood and poultry entrées and fresh harvest spring vegetables. Guests also enjoy seasonal salads, hot entrees, fresh seafood, an antipasto display and more.
Save room for dessert! There's a flambéed dessert station plus, an elaborate display of homemade pies, tortes, mousse and miniature pastries.
Reservations are required by calling 281.364.6323. Prices are $52 per adult, $22 for children 6 – 12, $15 for children 2 – 5 and children under two are free. Prices do not include tax and service charge.
Update: This event is sold out!
Crawfish for a Cause
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Crawfish season is here and it’s time to twist some tails! If your mouth is watering for these little delicacies, then mark your calendar for upcoming events celebrating Cajun music, cuisine and crawfish (of course!)
Head out to Town Green Park this Saturday, March 24 from 11am to 6pm and eat crawfish for a cause at The Woodlands CrawPHish Festival. Enjoy live music, crawfish, jambalaya, snow cones, a moonwalk and more. All proceeds benefit the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.
April 20 – 22 and April 27 – 29 the 26th Annual Texas Crawfish & Music Festival will be in full swing in Old Town Spring with 25 tons of crawfish and bands performing on three stages over two weekends. Enjoy carnival rides, interactive games and activities for kids of all ages. Proceeds benefit the Spring Preservation League Organization.
Unable to make it to either of these great events? Stop by Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen for a taste of the French Quarter and dine on authentic cajun cuisine including crawfish etouffee, fried crawfish, sauteed crawfish and more!
As they say in Cajun country, Laissez les bon temps rouler!
Patio Season Is Upon Us
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Outdoor dining season has arrived making it the perfect time to take advantage of happy hour specials on patios and rooftops throughout The Woodlands.
Here are a few of our favorites:
Cru Food & Wine Bar
On Mondays, select any bottle of wine and receive a free pizza, complements of Cru! Stop by throughout the week from 4 to 7 pm and enjoy small plate bites starting at $3 each and $3 off all wines by the glass and wine flights.
For a complete list of specials, click here.
Crush Wine Lounge
Relax on the roof-top with $5 sangrias and house wines by the glass, $3 domestic beer, and $6 select appetizers Tuesday through Friday from 4 to 7 pm.
Goose’s Acre
Enjoy all the goodness for only half the price throughout the week with Goose’s Acre’s daily specials including half price fish and chips on Monday, half price pizza Tuesday, half price burgers Wednesday and half price appetizers during select hours on Thursday and Friday. For a complete list of specials, click here.
Tommy Bahama
Grab a seat on the patio for Island Time Happy Hour daily from 4 to 6 pm, featuring small plates, signature drinks, beer and wine. Stick around for nightly entertainment beginning at 6 pm.
Jasper’s
Relax on Jasper’s outdoor patio, complete with couches and a fireplace, and enjoy happy hour while overlooking Market Street’s green space. Offered daily from 3 to 7 pm, choose from $5 selected wines by the glass, $5 specialty cocktails, $5 well drinks and $5 edibles.
Unable to make it to happy hour? Enjoy Jasper’s signature “Big Daddy” cocktail on your patio at home!
Big Daddy Cocktail
1.5 oz. Grey Goose Orange
1.5 oz. Grey Goose Le'Limon
1/2 oz. House Sour Mix*
1/2 oz. House Simple Syrup*
Juice of 3 Orange Slices
Juice of 1 Lemon
*In place of House Mixes, use your favorite brand at home.
Method:
Shake all ingredients and serve straight up in a martini glass garnished with lemon and orange slices.
Relax, sip, and enjoy!
Free Concert Series Returns
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Instead of lounging around your hotel room wondering what to do, come out to Waterway Square for live music at the “Live at Night” concert series. Live at Night returns every Saturday in March from 6 – 8 p.m.
Live at Night’s spring series presents:
March 3 - Dunville (Texas Country)
March 10 - Heated Frenzy (Classic Rock and Blues) - Spring Break!
March 17 - Jazz Avenue (Contemporary Jazz) - Spring Break!
March 24 - RockitBayou (Classic Rock Rhythm and Blues)
March 31 - Soulshine (Cover Band - Rock/Country/Blues)
This FREE concert is open to the public, so bring your children to enjoy Waterway Square’s unique water features and open grassy areas. Chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome for you and your family to enjoy the concert.
Live at Night is held in Waterway Square off of Lake Robbins Drive and Waterway Avenue.
It’s Mardi Gras Time
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Tomorrow is “Fat Tuesday,” marking the beginning of Mardi Gras. Grab your krewe and celebrate around The Woodlands or create your own Mardi Gras celebration at home!
The Woodlands Children’s Museum Mardi Gras festivities begin tomorrow at 10 am. Make festive masks and necklaces in Mardi Gras colors and decorate floats for a child size parade to jazz music at 11 am and 4 pm.
Indulge in authentic cajun cuisine at Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen on Market Street. Or, whip up a delicious Mardi Gras feast of your own – think po-boys, fried seafood, jambalaya or red beans and rice.
As for dessert, King Cake is a must! This traditional Mardi Gras pastry is brightly decorated with purple (denoting justice), green (faith), and yellow (power) sprinkles and icing.
Make your own King Cake by purchasing pre-made cinnamon rolls with icing and some purple, gold and green food coloring or sprinkles.
Separate the cinnamon rolls and roll them out by hand so they look like a hot dog. Shape the roll into an oval and pinch the ends together and cook as directed.
While your pastry ring is cooking, separate the icing into three bowls and add ½ tablespoon of milk into each to thin the frosting. Stir in a drop of yellow food coloring into one bowl, green into another, and a drop of red and blue (to make purple) into the final bowl.
Once the pastry has cooled, drizzle your colorful frosting over the cake and add sprinkles (if desired) and voila, you have your very own homemade King Cake.
Happy Mardi Gras!
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