Big New Mural

New mural from Houston graffiti art star brightens up Market Square

By Tyler Rudick

05.07.13 | 2:16 pm

The Space City art scene was out in full force Tuesday morning for the formal unveiling of Gonzo247's new graffiti mural on the side of Treebeards across from Market Square ...

Foodie News

Downtown restaurant scene continues comeback with new gastro-cantina planned at prime location

By Whitney Radley

05.07.13 | 10:58 am

News of Pepper Jack's Mexican Grill and Cantina's recent closure didn't come as much of a shock, especially considering that the landlords were apparently hoping to ride on the coa ...

New Downtown Restaurant Shutters

One of the new downtown restaurants is already closing: The rebirth can't save everyone

By Whitney Radley

04.30.13 | 11:59 am

The upstairs balcony at Pepper Jack's Mexican Grill and Cantina near Market Square Park would be a perfect downtown destination for enjoying an al fresco lunch during this small window of ...

Shopping Shakeup

The secret's out! Houston Pavilions breaks out a new name as it tries to shed its troubled past

By Whitney Radley

04.04.13 | 5:01 pm

As the northern end of downtown Houston near Market Square Park experiences a sort of homegrown renaissance, there's a more buttoned-up type of redevelopment underway a few METRORail stops down ...

Innovative organic

Produce game changer: Pop-up patio gardens aim to let urban dwellers grow their own vegetables

By Joel Luks

03.20.13 | 12:04 pm

As the fixation on locally-sourced food continues to gain momentum, consumers are becoming more cognizant of where their sustenance comes from, how it was produced and the socio-economic and enviro ...

Go Green

Sustainable Living Fest at Market Square Park focuses on Houston's green potential

By Whitney Radley

03.16.13 | 7:23 am

The 54th Annual St. Patrick's Parade isn't the only thing bringing out the green in downtown Houston on Saturday: Sustainable Living Fest will take over Market Square Park from noon to ...

Sustainable Living Fest 2013

Market Square Park

03.16.13

Sustainable Living Fest returns to Market Square Park to celebrate all things green. The park will be transformed into "Houtopia," an impressive display of towns and cities that represent

2013 Alamo Drafthouse Rolling Roadshow Film Screenings at Market Square Park

Market Square Park

03.27.13 - 07.10.13

For those of us who don't want to schlep out to the 'burbs, Market Square Park is bringing the Alamo experience to downtown Houston. Enjoy these classics under the stars. March 27, 8 p.

Concerts at the Square at Market Square Park

Market Square Park

03.09.13 - 05.24.13

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy some of the hottest musical talents as they perform each month at 8 p.m. in the heart of Market Square Park. March 9 – Cello Fury, three classicall

2013 Critical Mass at Market Square Park

Market Square Park

03.29.13 - 08.30.13

A fun activity for avid cyclists is Critical Mass, an informal bike group that meets the last Friday of each month to ride around the city as an act to raise awareness and advocate a bicycle-friend