What parking arrangements are available at the venue?

Parking is available at a number of convenient locations including:

·       The Hobby Center for the PerformingArts – a limited number of free parking spots are available

·       The Lyric Garage – 3 hours of free parking is available with any purchase from the Lyric Market.

·       Theater District Garages - $5 rate will be available to attendees from 10:30am until 5:30pm.  This rate will be available from any entry.  Any attendee that leaves the garage and later re-enters will need to take a new ticket and pay again.

What time does Open House it start? Theater District Open House kick-off ceremony is scheduled at noon in Lynn Wyatt Square (600 Louisiana Street – The park is across Louisiana Street from Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts (commonly known as Jones Hall) and squared by Texas Avenue on the North, Capitol Street on the South, and Smith Street on the West.).

Can I get dropped off? Ride share drop-off and pick-up are easily accessible throughout the area.

When do gates/doors open? Guests may arrive at Lynn Wyatt Square beginning at 11:30 a.m.  Doors will open at all other venues at 12:30.  This includes Jones Hall, Alley Theatre, Wortham Theater, Margaret Alkek Williams Center for Dance, and The Hobby Center.

What’s the address of the event entrance? A map of the Theater District Venues with addresses for each location is linked above.

Is public transportation available?Located in the heart of Downtown Houston, the Theater District’s central location makes it easy for visitors to ride, drive, bike or walk to access. Public transportation routes via Metro and Metrorail are available.

Evolve Metro Community Connector electric vehicles will be available to Theater District Open House guests. Visit Evolve for more information on this service and to download the Ride Circuit app.

Do I need a ticket to the event? No ticket is required to attend in the activities planned as part of Theater District Open House.  A full schedule of free performances and family events is included on the website.

Where do I go to register or check in? No check-in is required. 

Can I come and go? Yes!  Guests are invited to join the kick-off at Lynn Wyatt Square from 12:00-12:30, then are encouraged to create their own arts adventure through each of the Theater District venues from 12:30-5:00.

What food options are available?Concessions are available for purchase at The Hobby Center, Wortham Theater Center, Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, Lynn Wyatt. Square, and Alley Theatre Skylight Lounge.  The Lyric Food Hall (411 Smith Street) is offering a 15% discount to all Open House attendees with a copy of the event program.  Event programs will be distributed at each of the venues.

What are the Happy Hour details?

Join the Theater District community from 5:00-6:00 p.m. for a post-work Happy Hour and spectacular views from the Alley Theatre’s Skyline Bar (located on the 2nd floor)! Recommended for 21 and up, lounge capacity of 800.

Is there a booth where I can get more information?  Yes!  The Houston Theater District Booth will be on Fish Plaza at the entrance to the Wortham Theater Center. 

Will there be a designated quiet space anywhere at Open House?

Yes, Quiet Zones are available in two locations should a guest need a calm space free from excessive noise and activity.

• There will be a Quiet Zone in the Green Room of the Wortham Theater Center. To locate the Green Room, take the escalator to the Grand Foyer and down the stairs at the back of the Foyer.

• There will also be a Quiet Zone in the Texas Lounge at Jones Hall. To locate the Texas Lounge, go up the stairs towards the concession area and make your way around the rear orchestra, then go down the stairs on Texas side to the Quiet Zone.

Are restrooms available at the event? Public restrooms are accessible at each venue: The Hobby Center, Wortham Theater Center, Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, Lynn Wyatt. Square, and Alley Theatre, and Margaret Alkek Williams Center for Dance.

Please note, event attendees may be photographed or recorded for promotional use by Houston Theater District and Open House participating partners.

Theater District Open House (TDOH) will feature a number of food and beverage options for purchase during your visit.

• Lyric Market Food Hall – 15% discount available to all TDOH attendees with event program

• Alley Theatre Skyline Bar – refreshments available for purchase 12:30-5:00; Happy Hour from 5:00-6:00.

• Additional concessions available for purchase at Lynn Wyatt Square, Wortham Theater, The Hobby Center, and Jones Hall.

Theater District Open House discounted garage self-parking is available at the following area garages:

• Hobby Center Garage – A limited number of free parking spots available.

• Theater District Garage – $5 discounted parking available from 10:30-5:30. The discounted rate is available at any Theater District Garage entrance. Any attendee that leaves the garage and later re-enters will need to pull a new ticket and pay. 

• Lyric Garage– 3 hours of free parking available with purchase from Lyric Market.