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City Place Springs into March with Art, Cosplay & Spring Break Fun
This March, City Place invites north Houston to step into spring with a dynamic lineup of art, entertainment, and seasonal celebrations set along its vibrant urban core.
Anchoring the season is the debut of Arc ZERO, a striking new public art installation by acclaimed Australian artist James Tapscott. Featuring two ethereal, interactive rings of light and mist—Eclipse and Nimbus—the installation continues City Place’s commitment to world-class public art and transforms the waterfront into an immersive experience.
Spring break festivities begin with Picnic in the Park on Saturday, March 14. This complimentary afternoon brings live jazz and R&B, lawn games, and family-friendly activations including face painting, bubbly fun from the Texas Bubblers, and a DIY mini flower bouquet station.
That same weekend, Pop Culture Con takes over the Houston City Place Marriott on Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15. Don’t be surprised to see Captain America or Bilbo Baggins grabbing cocktails alongside Wonder Woman at SwitcHouse.
Rounding out the month, the beloved outdoor movie series Pix on The Plaza returns Saturday, March 21, with the 1985 classic Back to the Future. It’s the only film that proves a stainless-steel sports car—and a little stolen plutonium—are all you need to accidentally invent rock and roll. Bonus points if you arrive in a DeLorean.
All programming takes place on and around 1250 Lake Plaza Drive and is complimentary unless otherwise noted. For updates and details, visit cityplacenow.com or follow along on Instagram @CityPlaceNow.
SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS
International Women’s Day Floral Design Class
Sunday, March 8, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
A hands-on floral design workshop led by the talented designer of The Golden Leaf Floral shop. Guests will explore the basics of floral design, learning essential techniques, creative tips, and insider tricks. Perfect for beginners and DIY enthusiasts alike. All necessary tools and florals will be provided for each participant to create and take home their own arrangement. Space is limited – RSVP here.
Arc ZERO: Eclipse and Arc ZERO: Nimbus
Saturday, March 14 – August 2
City Place continues its commitment to world-class public art with the debut of Arc ZERO, from acclaimed Australian artist James Tapscott. The installation features two ethereal, interactive rings of light and mist—Eclipse and Nimbus—positioned on and along the waterfront. While Arc ZERO: Eclipse utilizes a semi-circular steel arc and fine mist to create a glowing, floating halo reflected in the “Cat’s Eye Pond,” Arc ZERO: Nimbus rises 15 feet above a jetty, inviting visitors to physically walk through a portal of cooling vapor and shifting light. Curated by the Weingarten Art Group, these immersive works transform the elements of water and air into a luminous dialogue between nature and engineering.
Pop Culture Con
Saturday, March 14 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, March 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
A high-energy celebration of fandom, this family-friendly event features a diverse lineup of celebrity guests, including a heavy-hitting “Aliens” cast reunion, alongside voice actors, comic creators, and anime stars. Attendees can dive into retro 80s and 90s arcade gaming, compete for cash prizes in the cosplay contest, or test their skills in the Pokémon TCG tournament. For tickets, visit the event’s official website here.
SPRING BREAK PROGRAMMING
Picnic in the Park
Saturday, March 14 | 1-5 p.m.
This free event features live Jazz and R&B, lawn games, and a DIY flower bouquet station, alongside the debut of the immersive Arc ZERO installation by James Tapscott. Guests can enjoy local bites from City Place partners like Torchy’s and Common Bond Bistro & Bakery. Everyone is encouraged to bring picnic essentials and check in upon arrival for a complimentary activity wristband.
Toddler Time with Miss R
Monday, March 16 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and Thursday, March 19 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
A parent-child-centered music-and-movement class for ages 6 months to 4 years. The 45-minute sessions incorporate movement, singing, instruments, story, and more. Photo opportunities with characters are available after each session.
Young Audiences of Houston: Dance and Movement Workshop
Monday, March 16 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. and Thursday, March 19 | 1-2 p.m.
Learn the basics of dance during this high-energy, one-hour workshop set to today’s exciting pop songs.
Young Audiences of Houston: DIY Flowerpot Creations (Painting and Planting)
Tuesday, March 17 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Get creative and bring nature to life with DIY Flowerpot Creations. In this hands-on activity, students will design and paint their own flowerpots, then plant flowers or small plants to take home. It’s a fun blend of art and gardening that encourages creativity, relaxation, and a love for nature.
Texas Bubblers: Master Bubble Wrangler Station
Tuesday, March 17 | 1-3 p.m. and Saturday, March 28 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Pop, chase, catch and make bubbles with the Bubble Master Wranglers! Enjoy giant bubbles, bubble clouds, jellyfish bubbles, monster bubbles, and more.
AndyRoo & The AndyRooniverse
Wednesday, March 18 | 1-2 p.m.
Join AndyRoo on a one-hour musical journey to the AndyRooniverse — a magical town created by the ever-expanding landscape of children’s imaginations.
Young Audiences of Houston: Painting with Watercolor Pencils-Flowers
Wednesday, March 18 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
A fun, hands-on visual arts workshop introducing participants to watercolor pencils, the session will cover basic color theory, composition, and the use of visual subjects such as portraits, landscapes, and still lifes. Participants will also learn and apply two foundational techniques—graphite transfer and grid—to develop their compositions before adding color.
Young Audiences of Houston: Dance Fundamentals with Beast Boogie
Friday, March 20 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join Young Audiences of Houston teaching artist Beast Boogie for a breakdancing fundamentals workshop focused on balance, body control, coordination, flexibility, and self-confidence.
Video Game Theater
Friday, March 20 | 1-3 p.m.
Join us for action-packed fun as this state-of-the-art video game theater lands at City Place. Packed with the latest games and consoles, this Gulf Coast Gamers mobile experience is perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. Grab your friends, test your skills, and enjoy the ultimate gaming adventure—for free.
Pix on The Plaza: Back To The Future
Saturday, March 21 | 7:30 p.m.
The classic Hollywood blockbuster “Back to the Future” is a lightning-fast blast of 80s nostalgia that turns a DeLorean into the ultimate time-traveling icon. It’s a perfect mix of high-stakes sci-fi and “Johnny B. Goode” energy, proving that while changing the past is dangerous, saving your future is just a matter of hitting 88 mph. Free popcorn while supplies last.
For more information, please visit cityplacenow.com.
Source: City Place
