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    all the single ladies

    6 fun and fabulous ways to celebrate Galentine's Day in Houston

    Natalie Galerne
    Feb 9, 2021 | 4:20 pm
    Celebrate Galentine's Day at Karbach Brewing Co.
    Celebrate Galentine's Day at Karbach Brewing Co.
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    Valentine’s Day is all about a romantic date with that special someone. But there’s a lot to love about Galentine’s Day, when women everywhere ditch the guys and toast the tribe. Here in Houston, some beloved institutions are making sure local ladies have a blast with their BFFs, squad, and gal pals.

    Look for a totally delish steak night, chick flicks at the drive-in, shopping (duh), yoga, and even a Leslie Knope-inspired brunch. Here are your best Galentine’s Day bets. Text the crew, drop the dudes, and mask up for serious fun.

    BEYOGA
    Galentine’s Day continues on into next week at BEYOGA, one of Houston’s premier yoga studios. On Thursday, February 18, two friends (gal pals, that is) can hop in to Mariah’s 6:30 pm class for only $5. Ticket price includes one glass of wine. Call the studio to reserve a spot.

    Brasil
    This Montrose staple is organizing a socially distanced Galentine’s Day patio event Saturday, February 13 from 2-3:30pm. Party-goers will have the chance to create their own customized mix of jarred bath salts as they sip on festive, pink cocktails. The $25 ticket price includes a DIY bath salt kit and one cocktail — Strawberry Spritz or Piña Colada. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

    Eureka Heights Brew Co
    Ladies, who says we can’t claim Steak Night? This Heights brewery is hosting a Pre-Valentine’s Steak Night on Saturday, February 13 for those celebrating Galentine’s Day. The event will feature a delicious meal from Chef Daniel Ajtai from YONG at Finn Hall. For $18, guests can enjoy a 12-ounce, Korean-style marinated ribeye, topped with a fried egg on a bed of kimchi fried rice. Wash it down with any of the company’s signature brews for only $4. Reservations are not required.

    Léránt
    The Centre at Post Oak boutique is hosting an evening shopping experience for ladies celebrating Galentine’s Day on Wednesday, February 10. The Galentine’s Day Shopping Party begins at 5:30 pm and will continue until close. Stop by for an exclusive look at Léránt’s latest goodies — from tableware to jewelry.

    The Drive-In off Navigation
    This newest addition to Rooftop Cinema Club’s cinematic experiences will be showcasing a couple of beloved chick flicks as part of their Galentine’s event on Saturday, February 13 — including Bridesmaids and Girls Trip. Starting on Friday, February 12, romantic favorites like Lady and the Tramp, Crazy Rich Asians, and The Notebook will be screened through the weekend. Reserve a vehicle with 3 or more guests for only $36, and keep warm with lots of blankets and hot chocolate.

    UB Preserv
    On Valentine’s Day, UB Preserv is bringing back their wildly successful Parks & Rec-inspired Galentine’s Brunch. Chris Shepherd’s cherished hot spot offers up a special, Pawnee-approved brunch menu: Chicky Chicky Parm Parm, Bean Blankies, and All. Of. The. Bacon. Grab your girl gang and head to the Montrose eatery to kick it Leslie Knope style — just make sure to reserve your spot on UB Preserv’s website.

    Look for steak night, chick flicks at the drive-thru, and more this Galentine's Day.

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    Houston reels in new rank among 10 best cities for filmmakers in 2026

    Amber Heckler
    Feb 27, 2026 | 4:00 pm
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    Houston has just snapped up new recognition as the No. 10 best place to live and work as a filmmaker in North America, according to MovieMaker Magazine's annual report, "The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker in 2026."

    The Bayou City has made improvements after ranking 12th in the magazine's 2025 list.

    The annual list ranks the best cities in the U.S. and Canada for individuals to live while working in the film industry, based on production spending, tax incentives, cost of living, the prevalence of "local film scenes," and additional factors. The list is divided into two categories: 25 big cities and 10 smaller cities or towns.

    The spotlighted cities are the places where the publication believes filmmakers "have the best chance of both succeeding in the famously difficult entertainment industry, and making [their] own art."

    For up-and-coming filmmakers that want to live in Texas, MovieMaker says doing it in Houston is "more sustainable than ever" thanks to incentives like the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program, which increased its production grant rebate from 22.5 percent to up to 31 percent for qualified in-state spending. The report also said Houston has an "arms-wide-open" approach for filmmakers.

    "As the biggest city in Texas, and fourth biggest city in America, Houston has nearly every type of location, from cityscapes to piney woods to rolling hills to nearby farmland," the report said. "It’s close to Galveston Island and the Gulf of Mexico, and car commercials love the absence of billboard advertising."

    MovieMaker also highlighted Houston's diversity, its low cost of living compared to the national average, and its local festivals like the Houston Cinema Arts Festival and Houston Latino Film Festival.

    "The city has enough film crew for two to three sizable features, and recent shoots have included the thrillers Eleven Days, with Taylor Kitsch, and A Love, from director Courtney Glaude, Tyler Perry Studios’ executive creator of Scripted and Unscripted," the report said. "Houston is also notable for a strong contingent of films with budgets under $1 million."

    Elsewhere in Texas, Austin ranked as the No. 5 best place to live and work as a filmmaker in North America. Dallas ranked seventh, while neighboring Fort Worth ranked 12th. San Antonio appeared as No. 14, and El Paso landed 25th on the list.

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