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League City celebrates Music Friendly City Certification with free concert

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Get ready to turn up the volume on community spirit in League City. On Saturday, April 26, League Park will come alive with music, food, and celebration during a special evening event that hits all the right notes. From 6-10 pm, residents and visitors alike are invited to a free live concert under the stars in the heart of the city’s charming Historic District.

This Celebration at League Park honors three major milestones that showcase League City’s vibrant culture and community pride.

First, League City has officially been named a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office, recognizing its commitment to supporting live music and nurturing local talent.

Second, the beloved “Music in the Historic District” concert series is turning three, and this anniversary show — organized by the League City Folk Association and League City Historical Society — is sure to be its most memorable yet.

And third, League Park itself has earned the prestigious Lone Star Legacy Park Award from the Texas Recreation and Parks Society for its deep cultural and historical roots.

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In addition to great tunes and a welcoming atmosphere, guests can enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks and craft beverages from Galveston Bay Brewing. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and dancing shoes — whether you're a casual toe-tapper or a die-hard music fan, there's something for everyone.

While you're in town, make a day of it! Stop by the League City Visitor Center, located in the 100-year-old Station Master's House, to pick up maps, guides, and insider tips. Stroll the Historic District to admire Victorian architecture, shop local boutiques, or enjoy a peaceful walk beneath the iconic oak trees of Founders Square. For nature lovers, nearby Heritage Park and Clear Creek Paddle Trail offer beautiful outdoor escapes.

With live music, community pride, and small-town charm, the celebration on April 26 promises to be a night to remember. Come for the concert, but stay for the experience.

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Travel + Leisure includes Houston stay on 100 best new hotels list

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Hot on the heels of being named one of Esquire magazine’s best new hotels in the world of 2025, Houston's Hotel Saint Augustine has picked up another accolade. The Montrose property landed on Travel + Leisure’s 100 Best New Hotels of the Year this week. It's the only Texas hotel to make the list.

The magazine noted the property “feels true to the destination and is a perfect addition to Houston's growing hospitality scene,” noting details that pay tribute to Houston’s history, like the Night Heron cocktail named after the city’s official bird and that the hotel itself takes its own name from Augustus Chapman, one of Houston’s founders.

When Austin-based Bunkhouse Hotels opened Saint Augustine back in December of 2024, it was a much-anticipated addition to the Bayou City’s hospitality scene. Adjacent to the world-renowned Menil Collection, the Hotel Saint Augustine blends seamlessly into its surroundings with a quiet elegance and luxury amenities.

“For us, Hotel Saint Augustine offers a chance to become part of a neighborhood that deeply aligns with the Bunkhouse ethos,” Bunkhouse senior VP of design and development Tenaya Hills said when it first opened. “Montrose, and by extension, the Museum District and Houston at large, foster an incredible sense of community, of creativity, of old world and new. We wanted to create a place where everyone could come and feel as welcome and inspired. As the next iteration of our Saint hotels, we aim to provide the same unique feeling of seclusion, of permission to be indulgent, and, most of all, completely at ease.”

With 71 rooms across five, two-story buildings, many with courtyard views, the Saint Augustine has quickly become known for being both upscale and approachable. Reviews thus far on sites like TripAdvisor and Yelp call the property “simply stunning,” with a “fun atmosphere,” and “a treasure…in the heart of Houston.”

On the Travel + Leisure list, the hotel is ranked among properties such as the Hotel Hana in Paris, The Lotus Palace in India, and the Palm House in Palm Beach, Florida. Room rates start at $429 per night.

Strike Up the Band

League City celebrates Music Friendly City Certification with free concert

Strike Up the Band

League City celebrates Music Friendly City Certification with free concert

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Travel + Leisure includes Houston stay on 100 best new hotels list

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