Your Big Day

The guide to planning your storybook wedding in League City

If planning an upcoming wedding is on your to-do list, look no further than League City for an elegant setting.

Steeped in Old World elegance and close to some of Texas’ greatest attractions, League City is not only a beautiful place for your big day but a great destination with plenty to do before and after the wedding.

Wedding venues

Butler's Courtyard: This award-winning event venue dates back to 1909, blending historic charm, timeless elegance, and industrial design elements to create a beautiful setting for weddings and events for up to 200 guests.

South Shore Harbour Resort: Have a storybook wedding at the largest full-service waterside resort and conference center in southeast Texas. Perched on glittering Clear Lake, South Shore Harbour has lots of amenities and tropical accommodations that guarantee your guests will adore being part of the celebration.

Helen's Garden: One of the most scenic locations in all of League City, Helen’s Garden provides a romantic backdrop for an intimate wedding in the heart of the Historic District. Lush gardens, waterfalls, and fountains offer a stunning backdrop that's become a favorite with photographers throughout the Houston area.

Pre-wedding festivities

Brides-to-be can indulge in creativity and create memorable keepsakes together at The Chandlery Candle Bar or enjoy a tranquil day at a spa.

For bridal showers, check out Holly Berry Tea Room and Lelia Southern Settings.

Meanwhile, groomsmen can enjoy some exhilarating camaraderie through activities like axe-throwing, golf, fishing, and sailing. With both Galveston and downtown Houston just 20 minutes away, League City sets the stage for unforgettable moments.

Rehearsal dinner recs

League City boasts a delightful array of dining venues, perfect for those seeking a memorable culinary experience to celebrate their wedding. From charming local eateries to sophisticated fine dining establishments, the city offers a diverse selection of restaurants that cater to various tastes and preferences.

A few recommendations include:

Esteban's Cafe & Cantina
La Brisa Mexican Bar & Grill
Main St. Bistro
Opus Bistro & Steakhouse
Pomodoro's Cucina Italiana
Red River BBQ
Red River Cantina
Schafer's Coastal Bar & Grill

You can also host a laid-back get-together at Clear Creek Winery, Galveston Bay Brewing, or Haak Vineyards.

To view more League City wedding partners, including bakeries, dress shops, and even event planners, and to request your free wedding planning kit, visit here.

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On the road

Vonlane ramps up luxury bus service from Houston to key Texas city

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Vonlane has added new routes in major cities around Texas.

Luxury bus operator Vonlane is adding new routes across Texas for 2026, including bringing back crack-of-dawn rides between Houston and San Antonio.

According to a release, effective February 16, Vonlane will run new early-morning and evening departures in four Texas cities on high-demand travel days. Six additional weekly departures have been added in each city as follows:

NEW Fort Worth to and from Austin:

7 am and 7 pm Monday, Thursday, and Friday

NEW Houston Galleria to and from San Antonio:

6 am and 6 pm Monday, Thursday, and Friday

As of February 16, the schedule to and from these Texas cities will be as follows:

San Antonio to Houston Galleria:

6 am, 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm Monday, Thursday, and Friday
10 am and 2 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
1 pm Saturday

Houston Galleria to San Antonio:

6 am, 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm Monday, Thursday, and Friday
10 am and 2 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
9 am Saturday

Vonlane also offers routes from Houston to Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin.

The company says the expanded schedules aim to help facilitate day trips, allowing regional business travelers to arrive in time for morning meetings and return home the same evening.

“Business travelers are telling us they want schedules that actually work,” said Alex Danza, founder and CEO of Vonlane, in a statement. “These new departures make it possible to take a morning meeting without a 4 am alarm, stay productive on the road, and still be home by dinner. That flexibility is exactly what Vonlane was built to deliver.”

Dallas-based Vonlane launched its high-end bus service in 2014 to cater to business travelers. Each bus, which holds fewer than two dozen passengers, features amenities like Wi-Fi, satellite TV and radio, snack and drink service, sleep masks, and leather seats. Their fares are flat-rate, one-way or round-trip, with no taxes, baggage fees, or change fees.

Vonlane now offers more than 500 departures weekly across nine cities, in Texas and beyond. Routes run in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; between Atlanta, Georgia, and Nashville, Tennessee; and between Nashville and Memphis, and Nashville and Knoxville.

In Houston, buses to Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin depart from the Hyatt Regency Downtown at 1200 Louisiana St. Buses to San Antonio depart from the Hyatt Regency Galleria at 2626 Sage Rd.

Reservations can be booked online, and may be canceled and fully refunded up to 24 hours before departure.

Vonlane also just launched an app to make booking and managing trips easier for passengers; it is available for Apple and Android devices.

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