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8 Activities To Do If You Are Stuck In Houston For Spring Break

Stuck at home this break? Don't fret! Here's some fun you can have while in Houston

Ashley Toma
Feb 28, 2017
University of Houston
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8 Activities To Do If You Are Stuck In Houston For Spring Break

Spring break is coming up. For seven days, 158 hours, 10,080 minutes you will be free from class, professors, and that annoying kid that sits next to you in your English lecture. Phew. Unlucky for you, however, you will be stuck at home for whatever reason it may be. For me, being on a dance team I don't have the liberty of taking a week off. So, before you drown your sorrows and start your Netflix and ice cream binge, here's some local fun things you can get into:

1. Eat

Well, duh. But eat well. You're on vacation right? Why not stuff a 2,000 calorie burger down your throat? Pictured above is from Shake Shack, which recently opened in the Galleria. Besides Shake Shack, however, there's a million and one amazing eateries here in Houston

2. Drink

This one is another no brainer. Off of school, time to party! I would suggest one of the many outdoor bars we have here in Houston. Pictured above is Axelrad, a beer garden with a patio and outdoor entertainment

3. The Rodeo

Not a huge fan myself, but this year Alicia Keys, The Chainsmokers (Baby pull me closer in the backseat of your rover...), and even Blink 182 will be making appearances. Get your tickets in advance and be sure to get a deep friend oreo!

4. Cool off with some shaved ice

I haven't been here myself but I heard it was the best in Houston, and honestly there's no other cool delight than flavored ice. Yum.

5. Shop Outdoors

Houston has a plethora of outdoor shopping malls that I know your empty wallet is just calling for you to get out to. Pictured above is Houston Premium Outlets, which is outdoors AND discounted.

6. Miller Outdoor Theater

Perfect for date night! The opening will be on March 17th, be sure to bring blankets and snacks and enjoy a show in this beautiful outdoor theater.

7. Rent a bike in downtown Houston

If you've ever walked around downtown, you might have stumbled upon some bike racks, where yes, you can rent bikes hourly. Not only are you getting some fresh air and light cardio, but you get a chance to explore the beautiful city that we all know and love.

8. Outdoor yoga


Discovery Green offers outdoor yoga on Saturdays and some Mondays, just be sure to check the calendar on their website. Because who doesn't want some namaste with the scorching Houston heat penetrating their backs?


There ya have it, now when you're scrolling through countless beach and bikini pictures on Instagram, at least you can say you did some outdoor yoga and biked around downtown Houston. Live it up, friends!

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