Free Concerts at Discovery Green Each Thursday and Sunday 

 Thursdays Rock free outdoor concerts return on May 7 

Discovery Green will present its popular free concert series, Thursdays Rock at Discovery Green presented by Capital One Bank with the first event set for May 7. What better way to unwind than to spend an evening at the beautiful downtown Houston park listening to some of the best musicians in Texas? It’s free, so bring a blanket, co-workers, and friends and enjoy live music under the stars.

The diverse line-up of artists is sure to delight music fans of all genres with Texas artists as well as renowned Grammy winners putting on a show each Thursday beginning at 6:30 p.m. Visitors to the park on Sunday afternoons will have an opportunity to enjoy an array of wonderful performances in Sundays in the Park presented by Four Seasons Hotel Houston.

“Since the opening of Discovery Green last April, we have strived to present a diverse and eclectic brand of entertainment to Houstonians and visitors to our city,” said Susanne Theis, programming director. “We are thrilled to welcome recognized artists and introduce some rising stars as well.”

Both series are free and music fans can bring a picnic, or dine at one of the two restaurants, The Grove and The Lake House operated by Schiller Del Grande Restaurant Group, ongoing programs and special events can be found on the Discovery Green website, www.discoverygreen.com or by calling (713) 400-7336. 

Thursdays Rock at Discovery Green presented by Capital One Bank

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Free Admission

Anheuser-Busch Stage and Fondren Performance Space

May 7 – Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie

Geno Delafose is a true Creole cowboy who draws from the roots of classic Zydeco, but stretches across genres to attract an ever-widening audience.

May 14 – The Hollisters

A rare live appearance featuring the relentless rhythms and real-deal Texas twang make The Hollisters a honky tonk favorite. 

May 21 – Brave Combo

New wave polka from Grammy-winning Brave Combo turns ordinary people into whirling dervishes.        

May 28 – Carolyn Wonderland with opening act Mighty Orq

Guitar goddess and sultry soul singer Carolyn Wonderland counts Bob Dylan among her fans for good reason. 

Austin music fans voted Carolyn Best Female Vocalist and #3 Best Electric Guitarist in the 2008-2009 Austin Chronicle Music Awards.

June 4 – Del Castillo with opening act The Umbrella Man

Spanish guitars with corrido cool and Austin flair…Rolling Stone calls Del Castillo “brilliance on nylon-string classical guitars.”

June 11 – Susan Cowsill with opening act Chase Hamblin

Susan Cowsill, 60s icon and Grammy winner, brings a one-two punch with music from her new CD Lighthouse and a start to finish, note-perfect rendition of The Beatles’ Revolver. 

June 18 – Paula Nelson Band and Thunderado

Paula Nelson’s apple doesn’t fall far from Papa Willie’s tree, and it tastes just as sweet. Hunter Perrin, John Fogerty’s guitar-slinger, returns home to rock Houston with Thunderado.

June 25 – Moses Guest

Fronted by Houstonian Graham Guest, Moses Guest promises tight musicianship and jams with a Texas-based, Southern rock sound flavored with just the right mix of pop, jazz and funk.

In addition to Thursday evening, Discovery Green is proud to present free performances on Sunday afternoons.

Sundays in the Park presented by Four Seasons Hotel Houston

Sundays 3 to 5 p.m.

Anheuser-Busch Stage or Transier Bandstand

Afternoon concerts and park features to entertain children of all ages make for an idyllic Sunday in the Park.

May 3 – Sebastian Whittaker Trio

Houston’s preeminent jazz drummer and graduate of the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA). Please note: concert from 5 – 7 p.m. on May 3 only.

May 10 – D.R.U.M.

Divine rhythm, united motion from Houston Press, “Best Reggae” band.

May 17 – The Cleaners

A band of artists, a writer, and a plant specialist play awesome hillbilly/blues/roots.

May 24 – Sideshow Tramps

Hoedown picking and singing, Montrose-style.

May 31 – Miss Leslie & Her Juke-Jointers

Honky Tonk revival!

June 14 – The Trade Jazz Band

A fusion of jazz, latin, funk, and "feel-good" sounds for all.

June 21 – The Gypsies

“…balalaikas, accordions, violins, mandolins, guitars, banjos, bouzouki, a full array of horns and ethnic percussion, and more…” 

June 28 – Texas Johnny Brown

Blues on the Green by this legendary figure of the American blues scene.

DINING

Dining options include the award-winning The Grove and The Lake House. Enjoy hot coffee and a donut from Houston’s Hottest Donuts on the Andrea and Bill White Promenade or spread your blanket on the Jones Lawn and picnic with friends and family.

PHOTOS

See a selection of photos from the park

Discovery Green Conservancy

Discovery Green Conservancy is a private, non-profit organization that operates the park. At the behest of Houston’s Mayor Bill White, the Conservancy was formed in December 2004 and was charged with designing, building and operating Houston’s new urban park which opened in April 2008.

LOCATION

Discovery Green is located at 1500 McKinney in downtown Houston, in front of the George R. Brown Convention Center and the Hilton Americas. The park is just blocks away from Main Street, Minute Maid Park and Toyota Center.

HOURS

Discovery Green is open every day from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Hours for events may vary. Areas of the park may be closed occasionally for maintenance or private events.

CONTACT INFORMATION

www.discoverygreen.com or call 713.400.7336.

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