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Reliant Stadium is back. After operating as NRG Stadium from 2014 to 2026 — and a brief stint as "Houston Stadium" during the FIFA World Cup — Houston's home for football has returned to a name that still carries plenty of recognition across the region. axios.com/local/houston/…

Save the Date! Houston First is excited to bring back Houston Theater Week presented by @Huntington_Bank. For one week only starting August 24, audiences can take advantage of fantastic ticket deals for the upcoming performing arts season. HoustonTheaterWeek.com

This week, Houston City Council approved an agreement between the Houston Parks and Recreation Department and Houston Parks Board to revitalize 25 neighborhood parks through Mayor John Whitmire's “Let's Play Houston” initiative. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/houston-c…

GreenStreet’s transformation continues to gain momentum with its first new tenants since the redevelopment began. Sandbox VR & Keller Williams have signed leases at the downtown mixed-use destination, joining the upcoming Lila’s at GreenStreet bar & cafe. bizjournals.com/houston/news/2…

Remembrance Park, a new $50 million public space planned for downtown Houston, will honor the legacy of African Americans. The park will include gardens, public art, an amphitheater, historical exhibits and gathering spaces. Read more:   axios.com/local/houston/…

The Houston leisure and hospitality sector grew year over year to 370,600 jobs. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/more-than…

Revenue for the Houston hotel market showed healthy gains in June, increasing almost 15% over last year, thanks to a 16% increase in ADR to $141. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/houston-h…

Recent visitation data highlights several trends shaping traveler behavior as 2026 continues to be a strong year for Houston tourism. So, who's visiting Houston—and what are they doing once they arrive?

Houston First is excited to partner with @WWE and the @astros for Survivor Series: WarGames. The event will be held at @DaikinPark on Saturday, November 28, bringing thousands of fans to Houston during Thanksgiving Weekend. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/houston-t…

.@WIRED shares a guide to Houston for business travelers, stating, “Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the US. Combined with its size, that means every type of cuisine you can imagine is available here—and it’s usually outstanding.” wired.com/story/the-wire…

Passenger traffic through the Houston Airport System ended May at 5.3 million visitors, with domestic traffic representing 4.3 million passengers. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/passenger…

Houston First recently received the Advocate and Opportunity Champion award from Subcontractors USA. This award celebrates HFC’s continuous dedication to supporting the local business community and actively promoting the inclusion of diversified businesses.

The Ed King Service Award honors exceptional individuals in Houston’s hospitality industry who embody the dedication, warmth, and commitment to service that longtime hospitality professional Ed King demonstrated throughout his career. 📌 Learn more: bit.ly/4o4Cy3Y

6 Houston hotels were recognized in @TravelLeisure's 2026 World’s Best list. Congratulations to all! Read more: houston.culturemap.com/news/travel/ho…

@meetingstoday highlights the George R. Brown Convention Center transformation project and outlines what the first phase entails. Read more: meetingsmags.com/texas/tx_news/…

Business travel in Houston and the U.S. is key to healthy economic growth. According to recent survey data, approximately 22% of overnight visitors to Houston in 2025 participated in business activities during their trip, 5% higher than the U.S. norm. houstonfirst.com/news/business-…

The latest edition of Houston First's monthly report is out. This month's Destination Insights highlights Houston's rise in rank among U.S. cities, the impact of business travel, and more on hospitality and tourism. 📰 Read complete report: us17.campaign-archive.com/?u=653b0b2c54d…

Happy 4th of July and happy 250th birthday America! Houston First wishes everyone a safe and fun holiday. Photo: City of Houston

Houston is a desired destination for cultural heritage tourism and a recent familiarization tour tied to Juneteenth shed light on some of the city's most prominent African American sites and spaces. Read more: houstonfirst.com/news/juneteent…

Harris County Sports & Convention Corp. recently approved a $47 million capital improvement plan for NRG Park, which includes replacing the roof of NRG Center. bizjournals.com/houston/news/2…