Grand Opening | Jeni's Ice Creams
2025-06-04 19:00 - 23:00 UTC
The wait is over! We’re swinging open the doors to our new scoop shop in Rice Village — and we’re throwing a grand opening party to celebrate! Join us on Wednesday, June 4 from 7 pm to 11 pm for free scoops for all and swag bags for the first 50 people in line.

Additionally, Jeni’s will be running a giveaway, with 5 lucky guests winning free ice cream for a YEAR! That’s one FREE Jeni’s signature per week, 52 in total! To enter the giveaway, guests will simply download the Jeni’s app to sign up for Jeni’s Splendid Rewards program, scanning their rewards app at checkout during the Grand Opening event. We can’t wait to see you!

Father's Day Event | Mizzen+Main
2025-06-14 - 2025-06-15
Celebrate Dad in style at Mizzen+Main! Join us in-store for a weekend of thoughtful perks—including complimentary champagne and beer, coloring pages for kids, and a special in-store shopping offers.

National Rosé Day | Navy Blue
2025-06-14 11:30 - 22:00 UTC
Rosé, ride, and relish as we celebrate National Rosé Day with Drink Rose Gold at Navy Blue this Saturday, June 14th! Book your complimentary Ride Alto to and from Navy Blue with code ROSEGOLD25. Passengers selected at random will be surprised with a bottle of Rose Gold rosé — our gift to elevate your coastal cravings on rosé day.
Reserve your table ahead on Resy, walk-ins are also welcome! Gulf gems and golden pours await.⁠ See you this weekend, Houston!

Father's Day Caricature Artist | ParkerJoe
2025-06-15 12:30 - 14:30 UTC
Celebrate Father’s Day with ParkerJoe on Sunday, June 15 with complimentary caricatures in-store from 12:30 – 2:30 PM!

International Day of Yoga Celebration | lululemon
2025-06-21 09:00 - 12:00 UTC
Join us for a soul-stirring morning of movement, mindfulness, and community as we celebrate International Day of Yoga. This free event invites you to experience the power of yoga, connection, and self-discovery in a welcoming space curated by Rice University and Breathe Free 501c3.
Through guided yoga flows, grounding meditation, and immersive wellness activations, this celebration honors the harmony of mind, body, and spirit. Enjoy community connections, and leave feeling uplifted, refreshed, and inspired. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just beginning your journey, this event offers something for everyone including a special kids yoga session with Phoenix Giselle, the Guinness world records youngest yoga teacher.
Come flow with us and celebrate wellness in all its forms. Every movement matters. Every connection counts.

Guest Chef Suu Khinn | Navy Blue
2025-07-10 18:45 - 21:00 UTC
Join us at Navy Blue for a one-night-only dinner with Chef Suu Khin, acclaimed Burmese-born chef and founder of Burmalicious.
As the first Burmese contestant and runner-up on MasterChef US, Chef Suu has transformed her heritage-driven culinary journey into a platform honoring the recipes, farmers, and stories of her homeland. Based in Houston, she’s earned accolades including CultureMap’s 2025 Tastemaker Award for Best Pop-Up/Startup and recognition as a James Beard Award semi-finalist in the Emerging Chef category.
For this special evening, Chef Suu brings her signature storytelling and flavors to the Navy Blue kitchen for an evening highlighting a collaborative, multi-course menu. We can’t wait to see you!

Houston Restaurant Weeks
2025-08-01 - 2025-09-01
Get a taste of something special right here in Rice Village! We’re proud to have several of our restaurants participating in Houston Restaurant Weeks, offering curated menus that support the Houston Food Bank with every meal. It’s the perfect time to explore new flavors, support a great cause, and enjoy the vibrant dining scene in the Village. Come hungry—and don’t forget to make a reservation!

Black Walnut – Lunch & Dinner
D’Amico’s Italian Market Cafe – Dinner
Hamsa – Brunch, Lunch & Dinner
Navy Blue – Lunch & Dinner

Monthly Run Club | Vuori
2025-09-10 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | Vuori, 5515 Kelvin Dr. Suite 90, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
Join Vuori every second Wednesday of the month for their run club! After the run, stay and shop their newest, most-loved styles, and enjoy refreshments.

Nationwide Networking Event | Lovesac
2025-10-15 09:00 - 10:00 UTC
Start your morning in comfort at the Lovesac showroom during a special nationwide networking event designed to connect professionals in a relaxed, inspiring setting.
Meet local entrepreneurs, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships—all while enjoying the cozy atmosphere Lovesac is known for.

The Annual Rice Village Pumpkin Patch: Houston's Free Fall Event
2025-10-18 - 2025-11-09 | Morningside Plaza, 5510 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
The annual Rice Village Pumpkin Patch is one of the city’s favorite autumn traditions and the perfect destination for family fun.
Join us from Saturday, October 18 through Sunday, November 9, for one of the top fall events in Houston. Our festive photo backdrop is the perfect place to capture Instagram-worthy memories. Best of all, it’s a completely free pumpkin patch experience for the whole community to enjoy!
After snapping the perfect photos, spend the day exploring the shops and restaurants to round out your perfect fall outing in Rice Village.

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Poe Elementary Donation Day | Shake Shack
2025-10-21
Join Shake Shack for Poe Elementary Donation Day and help support one of our neighborhood schools!
When you visit on Tuesday, October 21, mention “Donation Day” at the register — or use promo code DONATE in the Shack App or at an in-store kiosk — and 25% of your purchase will be donated directly back to Poe Elementary to support students, teachers, and school programs.
Come enjoy your Shack favorites while giving back to the community. Let’s make a difference — one bite at a time!

Growl-O-Ween | Rice Village
2025-10-25 14:00 - 17:00 UTC
Get ready for a spooktacular day of tail-wagging fun! Growl-O-Ween Trick-or-Treating event returns for its 7th year on Saturday, October 25. Dress up your furry friends in their best costumes and join us for a paws-itively delightful afternoon of treats, photo ops, and community fun.
Participating Partners

Athleta
Beaufort + Bonnet Company
Blue Mercury
Duck Camp
Lily Rain
Luminary Lifestyle
White House Market
TASC
Warby Parker
Mizzen + Main
Paper Source
Parker Joe
CB2
Sunglasses Hut

Mahjong Night | Parker Joe
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Join us for a lively Mahjong Night at Parker Joe on Monday, October 28, from 6–8 p.m.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, enjoy an evening of strategy, fun, and community while supporting a great cause.
Tickets are $35, with proceeds benefiting The CEO Foundation, helping to make a meaningful impact in our community.
Gather your friends, sip, play, and give back—one tile at a time.

Permanent Jewelry Event | Luminary Lifestyle
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 UTC
Lala Links Jewelry is bringing their signature Permanent Jewelry experience to Luminary Lifestyle at Rice Village. Guests can create custom-fit, clasp-free gold and silver pieces that are seamlessly welded for a timeless, effortless look.
It’s the perfect opportunity to add a little sparkle to your weekend, whether you’re linking with friends, celebrating a milestone, or simply treating yourself.

Collectible Ornament Night | Presented by Wilson & Franco
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-03
Take home a piece of the magic this holiday season! Join us for Collectible Ornament Night, brought to you by Wilson & Franco and receive a limited-edition Ice Village ornament, the perfect keepsake to remember your visit.
Only 100 ornaments will be distributed each Friday and Saturday evening, so arrive early to collect yours and make your night at Ice Village even more special.

Holiday Sips with Ron's Pub at Ice Village
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-03
Twas the sip before Christmas, and all through the rink, skaters found cheer with a festive drink. Cabernet, Chardonnay, or local beer — Ron’s Pub is pouring the holiday cheer!
Ron’s Pub On-Site Dates

December 31
January 1, 2 and January 3

Times:

Thursday: 5-10 p.m.
Fridays: 5–11 p.m.
Saturdays: 1–11 p.m.
Sundays: 1:00–7 p.m.
New Year’s Eve: 5-9 p.m.

Glide Into The Magic of Ice Village at Rice Village
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-04
Houston’s happiest rink arrives Now–January 4. Lace up for ice skating, festive photo ops, and visits with Santa every weekend. Stay to dine, shop, and celebrate the season in Rice Village.

Tiny’s Milk & Cookies at Ice Village
2025-11-28 - 2026-01-04
Tiny’s Milk & Cookies is bringing their warm-from-the-oven magic to Ice Village at Rice Village this holiday season.

What began as a chocolate-chip-cookie recipe scribbled on a napkin has grown into a Houston favorite.

From Thursday through Sunday, November 28 through January 4
Tiny’s will be part of the Ice Village fun, serving their signature cookies and adding an extra-sweet touch to your holiday experience.

DIY Christmas Stocking Workshop & Holiday Pop-Up | Fabric Forge
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-06
This season, make something from the heart. Join Fabric Forge for a DIY Christmas Stocking Class and learn to sew a one-of-a-kind gift for someone special.
Plus, support local makers at our Holiday Pop-Up Shop, featuring Houston artisans, crafters, bakers, and designers.
Fabric Forge began as HTX Sewn Goods, a collective launched at St. Luke’s Gethsemane during the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a collaboration of sewists, nonprofits, and small-batch makers producing more than 75,000 reusable masks for frontline workers has grown into a creative hub for sustainable design and community connection.
Workshop Details

November 29: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. , 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m.
December 6: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. , 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m.

Must be 10 years or older.
Class cost: $40

Photos With Santa
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-21
He’s making a list, checking it twice… and stopping by Ice Village for festive photos! Snap a picture with Santa at Ice Village and make your holiday memories shine on select dates below:

December 20

4-8 p.m.

December 21

4 -8 p.m.

Tasc Performance at Ice Village
2025-12-04 - 2025-12-18
Tasc Performance is stepping out of their store and into Ice Village to bring you their warmest winter essentials, perfect for staying cozy all season long.
Stop by and say hi to them on December 4, 11, and 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. as they showcase a curated selection of premium, sustainable activewear designed for comfort, performance, and holiday style.
Discover winter layers, thoughtful gifts, and the perfect pieces to keep you warm while enjoying the Ice Village experience.

Après Skate | Hudson House
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-31
For the month of December swing by Hudson House to enjoy a complimentary cup of hot cocoa topped with fluffy marshmallows and festive candy canes while posing at their holiday chairlift surrounded by sparkling seasonal flair!

Promised Land Holiday Pop-Up
2025-12-12 - 2025-12-14
This holiday season, Promised Land® Dairy is bringing rich and decadent Old-Fashioned Eggnog to Ice Village at Rice Village! In addition to delicious free samples, there are hundreds of prizes up for grabs at the Naughty or Nice Challenge. All you have to do is choose to be nice and pass your gift to the next person, or #BeALittleNaughty and keep it for yourself.
Promised Land Pop-Up Dates:

December 12: 5-11 p.m.
December 13: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
December 14: 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.

Santa is Coming to Black Walnut Cafe
2025-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Black Walnut Cafe, 5510 Morningside Dr, Suite 150, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
Santa is coming to Black Walnut Cafe on Tuesday, December 16 from 6 – 8 p.m.! Bring your little one(s) in for photos with Santa on your phone or camera, and stick around for festive activities and a delicious meal! No reservations necessary.

Merry Mahjong | Rice Village
2025-12-17 10:00 - 12:30 UTC
Marchesa Mahjong and Thats Amahjzing are hosting a festive morning of tiles and tidings at Rice Village. Enjoy open play, holiday photo moments, drinks, light bites, and a community toy donation for Foster Village Houston. Bring your 2025 card and get ready for a joyful Mahjong morning at Rice Village.

All We Want for Christmas...is Ice at Ice Village Performance
2025-12-19 18:00 - 18:15 UTC
Celebrate the season with a special on-ice performance at Ice Village at Rice Village.
Professional skaters Alyssa Schramm and Ben Nguyen will perform a festive Christmas duet set to Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You, featuring synchronized footwork, seamless transitions, and dynamic jumps and spins.
The program will be followed by a solo performance by Alyssa Schramm set to O Holy Night, highlighting expressive footwork, jumps, spins, and ice tricks — all wrapped in holiday cheer.
Date:

Friday, December 19 at 6 p.m.

The Waffle Boutique at Ice Village
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-31
As part of the Ice Village celebration, The Waffle Boutique will be serving its iconic, beautifully topped waffles—adding a delicious, indulgent touch to your holiday festivities!
Pop-Up Dates:

Wednesday, December 24 and December 31, from 11 a.m – 7 p.m.

Chick-Fil-A Cow Meet & Greet
2026-01-03
Say cheese with the Chick-fil-A Cow! Stop by for a meet & greet and grab exclusive coupons while supplies last.
Dates:

Saturday, January 3: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Dine Out Rice Village
2026-01-05 - 2026-01-31
Get ready to savor the best of Rice Village this January with Dine Out Rice Village! This exciting dining initiative, exclusive to Rice Village District and neighborhood restaurants, invites patrons to indulge in special menus while supporting a great cause.
Throughout January, participating restaurants will offer unique prix-fixe menus or featured items, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Southern Smoke Foundation. From three-course meals to quick-service favorites, there’s something for every taste. Don’t miss the chance to explore the vibrant flavors of the neighborhood and give back at the same time.
Participating restaurants include:

Navy Blue
Hamsa
Hudson House
D’Amico’s
Mendocino Farms
Milton’s

Join us this January for Dine Out Rice Village—where great food meets a great cause!

Jeni's: Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
2026-02-07 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Jeni’s, 5411 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX, 77005-3221, United States
Jeni’s annual Ice Cream for Breakfast Day celebration is almost here! Head to your neighborhood scoop shop on Saturday, Feb. 7, 9 a.m. to noon. There’s plenty of fun in store, including NEW House Coffee ice cream, a special menu of breakfast-themed pairings, kids’ coloring sheets, and more. So put on your PJs and grab a spoon — we’ll see you there!
