The 5 Hottest Local Attractions in Friendswood, TX
Welcome toFriendswood, where you will find that this small town has more to offer than most. As a matter of fact it is one of the few small towns recognized by CNN/Money Magazine as one of the best places to live in America. Why does Friendswood make the list? Well here are just a few of the hottest local attractions in Friendswood, TX:
Stevenson Park
When the weather heats up, there is only one place to be on the weekends in Friendswood, and that is Stevenson Park. From May through the end of June, top acts from around the country take part in the Concert in the Park event. Famous jazz, funk, rock, big band, and Motown performers sing and dance the day away – and you can be part of it for free!
The 4th of July Celebration hosted by the City of Friendswood features the “Grande Parade” followed by a carnival in the park. For more than a century this event has grown into a full-on extravaganza! Friends and families pay a fee for a wristband which gets them full access to the carnival rides, the rock wall, the water slide, bungee jumper, and more!
Then in July and August, families pack up the kids and couples sneak off to cozy up together for Movies in the Park, another free event.
The Showboat Drive-In
You can sit back and enjoy a movie in the intimacy of your own car while the sound streams through the FM radio dial at The Showboat Drive-In movies. Played on two giant screens, the double feature always includes one movie for the kids and one for the grownups. The concession stand has snacks and burgers to accommodate the crowd.
Haak’s Vineyards &Winery
Established nearly 50 years ago, Haak’s Vineyards & Winery offers tours of the more than 1,800 grapevines spread out over three acres of land. There are wine tastings and a deli featuring a wide varietyof meats and cheeses. Members are invited to special tastings and are offered discounts and complimentary bottles. Haak’s Vineyards & Winery also has an event space for rent for weddings and banquets with personalized bottles of their award-winning blends.
Murder by Chocolate
Take part in a murder mystery on the weekends at Murder by Chocolate. You get your chance to play a detective to solve “murders” committed in this grand mansion full of intrigue and secret passageways! This extraordinary adventure comes with dinner by Carrabba’s as well as a dessert buffet.
The International Office
Finally, when you just want to hang out and sample a variety of different food while enjoying a beer or cocktail and watching a game on the big screen, The International Office is the place to be. Enjoy Texas football while scarfing down burgers, chicken wings, tacos, kebabs and variety platters!
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