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Find the latest news about Buffalo Bayou Partnership and all the doings along Buffalo Bayou.

Posts Categorized: Updates

Dec 04

The Dunlavy is NOW OPEN

After a three-week long soft opening, The Dunlavy at Buffalo Bayou Park’s Lost Lake Visitor Center is already a favorite spot for casual dining during the day and elegant private parties at night. The eatery and special event space is operated by Clark Cooper Concepts, the restaurant team behind Brasserie 19, Coppa Osteria, Punk’s, and… Read more »

Nov 20

Thank You!

Buffalo Bayou Partnership sincerely thanks the many generous donors and committed partners who joined together to make this significant civic milestone a reality. Engraving of donor plaques and installation of donor recognition opportunities is ongoing, and we will be sure to keep all of our donors updated on our progress. If you should have any questions… Read more »

Sep 28

Bike Barn and Bayou City Adventures Named Exclusive Providers of Bicycle and Paddle Craft Rentals for Buffalo Bayou Partnership

A myriad of exciting recreational offerings to complement visitors’ experience along Buffalo Bayou between Shepherd Drive and Downtown HOUSTON – September 28, 2015 – Buffalo Bayou Partnership, the non-profit organization transforming and revitalizing Buffalo Bayou, announced a five-year exclusive partnership with Bike Barn – a Houston-based bike retailer servicing the biking community since 1983 – and… Read more »

Aug 04

Thanks to Shell for Supporting the Clean & Green Program

In its eighth year of existence, Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s Clean & Green Program utilizes community service workers to remove more than 3,000 cubic yards of trash and debris annually from Buffalo Bayou, its tributaries and the Port of Houston.  Our organization places a high value on partnership, and we are honored to continue to collaborate… Read more »

Jul 02

Allen Parkway Improvements Will Begin Late July

During the coming year, the Downtown Redevelopment Authority will work on Allen Parkway to convert the thoroughfare to a safer bayou drive, improve pedestrian access to and from adjacent neighborhoods, and provide additional parking along Buffalo Bayou Park. The first phase of work commences in late July 2015 and focuses on the southernmost lanes (the… Read more »

Jul 02

2015 Southwest Airlines Freedom Over Texas

We’re just days away from the City’s annual 4th of July celebration, Southwest Airlines Freedom Over Texas! Bring out the entire family to enjoy kids’ activities, country music and a fireworks spectacular! PLEASE NOTE: All trails on the north side of the bayou between the Sabine Street Bridge and Tapley Tributary are closed now through Sunday, July 5… Read more »

Jun 19

NEWS RELEASE: “Buffalo Bayou’s Back” – Buffalo Bayou Park complete in Fall 2015

“Buffalo Bayou’s Back” with transformation of iconic Houston greenspace Buffalo Bayou Park complete in Fall 2015 $58 million bayou park project embraces the natural environment alongside the city’s historic waterway while offering range of amenities Public celebration set for October 3, 2015 HOUSTON – Buffalo Bayou Partnership, the non-profit organization transforming and revitalizing Buffalo Bayou, will mark the… Read more »

Jun 15

New Faces: Jose Armas and Florensio Tijerina

Buffalo Bayou Partnership welcomes Jose Armas (Weekend Operations Coordinator) and Florensio Tijerina (Zone Supervisor) to the team at Buffalo Bayou Park. Jose works to inspect and make general repairs on the park’s buildings, irrigation and security systems and facilities, as well as contributes to the overall maintenance and appearance of the park. On weekends, he… Read more »

Jun 15

Construction Updates – June 2015

Buffalo Bayou Park is in its final stage of construction. Read on for more about what’s In the Works: The Wortham Fountain has been repaired and should be turned on soon. Site work at Lost Lake. Site work at Lost Lake is complete, and garden landscaping is underway. The building, which will house the visitor center… Read more »

Jun 15

Buffalo Bayou Park Update: Clean-up, repairs and returning to normal operations

Mother Nature may have unleashed her fury in many parts of Houston earlier last month, but Buffalo Bayou Park continues to thrive and we are pressing forward with clean-up efforts and construction activities around the park. We also are preparing for the park’s grand opening celebration – originally scheduled for June 20, which is being… Read more »

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For press inquiries, email Karen Farber, BBP VP of External Affairs, or call 713.752.0314 ext. 353.

News Coverage

  • The Bats and Boats are Back at Houston's Waugh Drive Bridge Houston Chronicle, March 15, 2023
  • The Coolest Houston Playgrounds Every Parent Should Know About Chron.com, March 13, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou Regatta, St. Patricks Day Parade, top family fun picks Houston Chronicle, March 9. 2023
  • Texas' Largest Canoe and Kayak Race and Regatta Paddles Back to Buffalo Bayou with Whole-new Route Culture Map, March 7, 2023
  • Houston parks hosting free "Jazzy Sundays" concerts from March through May Houston Public Media, March 3, 2023
  • HIDDEN GEM: Lost Lake KHOU 11, February 7, 2023
  • 15 Major Developments Headed for Houston in 2023 and Beyond Houston Chronicle, January 24, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern Offers Inspiration and Reflection Beneath Houston Texas Highways Magazine, January 24, 2023
  • 36 Hours in Houston: Things to Do and See The New York Times, January 19, 2023
  • 11 Things You Must Do at Houston's Buffalo Bayou Park Chron.com, January 14, 2023
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Press Releases

  • NIGHT LIGHT Returns to Buffalo Bayou East March 8, 2023
  • Three Houston Parks Team Up to Bring Back Jazzy Sundays in the Parks January 31, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou Partnership Announces Kinder Foundation’s $100M Catalyst Gift to Accelerate Buffalo Bayou East Master Plan September 26, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou Partnership Unveils New Cleanup Boat August 3, 2022
  • East Downtown Trail Opens to the Public June 14, 2022
  • Light Up the Night Along Buffalo Bayou East March 15, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s Time No Longer Wins International Art Award September 22, 2021
  • Three Houston Parks Team Up to Celebrate the Legacy of Jazz in Houston with Free Concerts and a Series Spectacular Featuring Mavis Staples August 6, 2021
  • Houston Endowment Awards Buffalo Bayou Partnership $10M Grant December 9, 2020
  • Immersive Installation by Anri Sala in the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern November 23, 2020
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Monthly Newsletters

  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - April 2023 April 5, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - March 2023 March 2, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - February 2023 February 2, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - January 2023 January 12, 2023
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - December 2022 December 1, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - November 2022 November 4, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - October 2022 October 6, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - September 2022 August 31, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - August 2022 August 4, 2022
  • Buffalo Bayou eNewsletter - July 2022 July 1, 2022
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Banking on Buffalo Bayou

  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Summer 2021 June 2021
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Winter 2020 January 2020
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Spring 2019 May 2019
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Winter 2019 January 2019
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Summer 2018 July 2018
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Summer 2017 August 2017
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Spring 2017 March 2017
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Winter 2016 December 2016
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Summer 2016 July 2016
  • Banking on Buffalo Bayou - Spring 2016 March 2016
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