ENTERTAINMENT With all of its amazing culture and nightlife, Houston has a phenomenal entertainment scene. Whether you’re more of a live music, clubbing, museum or hangout person, there’s something for everyone. Even though the pandemic has upended some operations, here are some of the best entertainment spots in town. Best Club Barbarella Barbarella is the club for people who didn’t think that they liked clubs. If you’re tired of the typical music at clubs, Barbarella is the place to be. They host 80s nights, indie hits of the 2000s nights and more. Pre-pandemic you could also dance the night away with your friends and meet plenty of other great people too.
Best Live Music Venue
House of Blues
If you’re an avid concert goer in Houston, chances are you’ve been to House of Blues. The venue has a great selection of artists come through, both an upper balcony area and a general admission area depending on where you want to watch your concert from. 2nd place: Satellite Bar
Best Museum
Houston Museum of Natural Science Whether you’re looking to learn something new or just to stroll through the hall of gems with your friends, the Houston Museum of Natural Science is a great place to be. They always have their classic exhibits like the dinosaurs but also new traveling exhibits. So stay posted! 2nd place: The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Best Bar/Pub The Hay Merchant Boasting an impressive beer selection, food and a chill atmosphere, The Hay Merchant might be your new favorite spot for a drink.
Best LGBTQIA+ Bar Before the pandemic, if you and your friends were looking to dance the night away, Blur was the place to be on a weekend night. Especially when they start playing early-mid 2000s pop favorites.
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