If you enjoy live music, there are a number of great places in Houston where talented musicians play – and they just happen to be near a Surge Homes community (or three!). There’s no longer any reason to miss a show since you’ll be in such close proximity to top acts from around the country. Recently, the Houston Press named its local favorites in, "The 10 Best Music Venues in Houston." Most venues making the list (except for the fabulous-but-far away Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion) are within a 10-minute drive of Parc at Midtown and Museum BLVD.
House of Blues Houston (6-minute drive from Parc at Midtown, 8-minute drive from Museum BLVD)
The Houston location is one of about a dozen clubs from this legendary chain. Acts represent music through the decades with performances by Gavin Degraw, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Jordin Sparks, Wu-Tang Clan, 2 Chainz, Lauryn Hill, Ke$ha, Bastille, Guns N' Roses and many others. 1204 Caroline Street, Houston, TX 77002
Nightingale Room (8-minute drive from Parc at Midtown, 10-minute drive from Museum BLVD)
Inspired by 1920s singer Sippie Wallace, who was better known as the Texas Nightingale, this nightclub attracts traveling and local acts. Live music rules but in its absence you’ll find weekdays featuring DJs spinning vinyl and house music on the weekends. 308 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
Continental Club (6-minute drive from Parc at Midtown, 4-minute drive from Museum BLVD)
Besides the short drive from two Surge Homes communities, this bar is directly on the METRORail line making it an ever better choice for a night on the town with friends. As the younger sister of the same-named club in Austin, this Continental Club is showcases an eclectic rotation of local and national bands featuring great roots rock, rockabilly, gulf coast soul and rock ‘n’ roll. 3700 South Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
Walters Downtown (6-minute drive from Parc at Midtown, 9-minute drive from Museum BLVD)
Once known as Walter's on Washington, this bar has since found a home near University of Houston-Downtown. This bigger, yet still cozy, version features local and regional touring groups just about every night of the week. 1120 Naylor Street, Houston, TX 77002
White Oak Music Hall (10-minute drive from both Parc at Midtown and Museum BLVD)
White Oak Music Hall is fast becoming known for its outdoor concerts held on the 3,000-capacity Lawn at White Oak. Additionally, concert-goers will find two separate performance stages indoors that feature both local and major acts. 2915 North Main Street, Houston, TX 77009
Fitzgerald's (10-minute drive from both Parc at Midtown and Museum BLVD)
Hosting mostly indie and singer-songwriter acts, this two-story establishment has kicked off careers for many local musicians. The long-time local venue has earned recognition from national magazines as one of the top concert venues in Houston. 2706 White Oak Drive, Houston, TX 77007
Warehouse Live (6-minute drive from Parc at Midtown, 10-minute drive from Museum BLVD)
With three chambers known as “The Studio,” “The Greenroom” and “The Ballroom,” Warehouse Live is at the heart of Houston music. Also known as a catalyst in the career of megastar performer Drake, the venue draws crowds for various rising stars. 813 Saint Emanuel Street, Houston, TX 77003
For residents near Surge Homes’ Upper Richton community, the Houston Press list includes:
McGonigel's Mucky Duck (4-minute drive)
Faithful listeners fill this Upper Kirby-area bar to support and listen to the “livest music in Texas.” The dimly lit and intimate pub-like atmosphere welcomes comedians and poets as well as singer-songwriters. 2425 Norfolk Street, Houston, TX 77098
Rudyard's British Pub (8-minute drive)
Local artists hit the second floor of this neighborhood taproom to entertain regulars and newcomers with indie music shows. The bar has earned such a welcoming reputation that some customers label it the neighborhood “living room.” 2010 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX 77006
Whether you want to hear blues, jazz, hip hop, alternative, pop or rock, you'll likely find something to love in Houston's live music scene. And if you live in a Surge Homes’ community, it won’t take you long to get there. For more details, contact the Sales Office.
