Bayou Blues Festival
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 03/08/2026
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In addition to jamming to five hours of live music, attendees can snap photos in front of the Garden’s bluebonnet field, sponsored by BKV Energy; enjoy the Family Fun Zone, with bluebonnet-themed crafts, games, face painting, and more; shop a festive market featuring local vendors and plants from the Garden; and browse information stations staffed by select nonprofit organizations. Access to the entire Garden is part of the Bayou Blues experience. Concessions, including adult beverages, will be available for purchase; outside food and drink are prohibited.
Festival tickets are $20 for adults and $16 for seniors 65+, active military, students, and children age 3 and older. Festivals are free for Garden members, per the can use the general admission benefit(s) associated with their level of membership.
NOTE: Bring your own lawn/camp chair(s). General seating is first-come, first-served.
Houston Botanic Garden offers free parking for daytime events, which are held rain or shine.
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