The Power of Houston event lit up downtown with the largest fireworks and laser display in the Fall of 1997-1999.

The Williams Tower Water Wall next to The Galleria is Houston's most photographed site.

The Wortham Center was built with private funds and houses the Houston Ballet and Houston Grand Opera.

The annual lighting of the City Hall Christmas Tree, across the Reflection Pond from City Hall.

The Houston Zoo is open year round and is located in Hermann Park and the Museum District.