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Nature in The Woodlands: The Koi Garden

The Koi Garden is nestled in the heart of Town Center (the downtown area of The Woodlands). This calming environment sits right on The Woodlands Waterway across from The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. Exotic plantings complement the 60,000-gallon pond bringing a…

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How It Began: The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

A SPRINGTIME TRADITION IN THE WOODLANDS When artists and art enthusiasts first gathered in Town Green Park for The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, the Woodlands Waterway was only a few years old. The area was still being built – there was no Waterway Square, only a handful of businesses, and swan…

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New in Town: Art Benches

The Woodlands has one of the largest collections of public art in Texas, and one of the most unique – and practical – are the art benches. If you’ve walked along The Woodlands Waterway or the shore of Lake Woodlands at Hughes Landing, you’ve probably seen a few. Last year, six new art benches were…

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10 Insider Tips for enjoying Market Street

From shopping and then playing at Central Park to enjoying a relaxing Sunday afternoon dinner, you can get it all in one stop at Market Street in The Woodlands. Located across the street from The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Market Street is in between Lake Woodlands Drive and Six Pines Drive -…

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Mosaic Art by Dixie Friend Gay

Some of the most recognizable art in our community happens to be created by a nationally-recognized Houston artist. Dixie Friend Gay is best known for her public works of art featuring nature and the outdoors. In The Woodlands, Dixie has done a phenomenal job of creating mosaic pieces that are…

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Coloring The Woodlands

COLOR SCENES OF THE WOODLANDS Brighten up your day with a coloring page to celebrate The Woodlands, Texas. From art to Texas TreeVentures, Swan Boats, and more there is a ton of fun to be had in The Woodlands! Click on the image below to download the coloring page. From there, you can print the…

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Glade Gallery Exhibit: Seductions

Desires, Fascinations, Temptations & Guilty Pleasures EXHIBITING THROUGH MARCH 31, 2022 Seductions is a group exhibition at Glade Gallery, featuring prominent local artists from the Houston region as well as far away. This exhibit is a twist on the traditional romantic mindset that comes along with…

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Large Public Art Pieces in The Woodlands

Some of our public art pieces in The Woodlands are easier to spot than others. Find out where you can locate some of the biggest art pieces in the area that are often larger-than-life. Some can be viewed from the roadway making them unique roadside attractions. Sign up for our monthly email…

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Songs that Play at the Fountains at Waterway Square

The Fountains at Waterway Square offer synchronized water movement alongside a rotating song playlist. A family-friendly musical selection adds to the already beautiful environment of The Woodlands Waterway. Water, music, and light shows occur every 15 minutes. SHOWTIMES Weekdays: Noon to 2 PM and…

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Tips for Attending The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

As one of the top five art festivals in the world, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival brings nearly 200 international, national and regional artists to one location. The scenic Woodlands Waterway offers the perfect stage for visiting artists as they greet festival attendees. The annual event…

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Books Alive! Performances of Three Nasty Gnarlies

July 09, 2025 The Woodlands Children's Museum Read More

Essence: People & Places Exhibition

July 09, 2025 - August 06, 2025 The Woodlands Arts Council Read More

Live Music

July 09, 2025 Via Emilia Italian Restaurant Read More

Live Music

July 09, 2025 Terra Vino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar Read More

Live Music

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