Bayou Music Center

Visiting Bayou Music Center

Getting there & parking

Valet service is available at the venue complex. Please note that the valet service is run by the City of Houston and not the venue. Additionally, street parking is free after 6pm. Be sure to follow city parking and traffic signage, and paid underground parking is available in the citys Theatre District Parking

Accessibility

Whatever your needs, let us know how we can help. Whether thats with your arrival, exploring the venue, the show itself or all of the above. Should you need accommodation, feel free to make the request with our Guest Services team at the front door once you scan your ticket(s).

Entry & venue rules

Camera Policy: Professional cameras and or cameras with detachable lenses are NOT allowed without a valid media pass. Personal point and shoot cameras or cellphones are OK. All Sales are Final. No Refunds or Exchanges. There is a strict no re-entry policy. Tailgating, open alcoholic beverages, open fires, and the selling of merchandise are not permitted in the parking garage. Bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search. No smoking is allowed inside the venue. There are exterior smoking areas available for those who do smoke. These are our prohibited items: No guns, knives, weapons, pepper spray, projectiles of any kind, spikes of any kind, or any other item that could be used to inflict harm, no replicas of any type of weapon, no drugs or drug paraphernalia, illegal substances of any kind, no outside food or drinks, no personal video cameras, Go Pros, selfie sticks, drones, masks, or laser pointers, No professional audio video or audio recording equipment including detachable lenses, tripods, zooms or commercial use rigs without a photo pass, No unsealed liquids or gels of any kind, No jewelry or clothing that could inflict harm, including spikes of any kind, No posters, banners, etc. that will obstruct another fans view. Please note that the list of prohibited items is subject to change. The venue reserves the right to make any necessary adjustments to these protocols to ensure the safety of the tour, artist and guests.

Children & age policy

All ages are welcome - unless otherwise stated on the ticket or event information. Children, 2 years and older, require a ticket to enter the venue. Please call the box office to verify.

Box office

Our box office is located outside the main music hall entrance and is open two(2) hours prior to set door time on event days only.

713-230-1600 Information 713-230-1600 Direct Box Office Rental Inquiries [email protected] VIP Premium Services Premium Experiences email: [email protected] for more information

You can pick up your tickets at the box office on night of show by presenting a valid I.D.

Cashless Payments: All points of sale will only accept credit, debit, or mobile pay (such as Apple Pay or Google Play). Acceptable cards are Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.

Venue information published by the ticket provider. Policies change, so check before you travel.

Getting around

Nearest transit

  • Theater District (westbound) β€” 3 min walk Β· light_rail
  • Theater District (eastbound) β€” 3 min walk Β· light_rail
  • Houston β€” 7 min walk Β· station
  • Central Station Main β€” 7 min walk Β· light_rail
  • Preston β€” 7 min walk Β· light_rail
  • Main Street Square (northbound) β€” 8 min walk Β· light_rail

Parking nearby

  • Car park β€” 2 min walk
  • Alley Theatre Garage β€” 3 min walk
  • Theatre District Underground Parking Garage (Yellow) β€” 3 min walk
  • City Of Houston Annex Parking β€” 5 min walk
  • Market Square Tower Garage β€” 5 min walk
  • One Market Square Garage β€” 5 min walk

Eat & drink nearby

  • Hard Rock Cafe β€” 1 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Birraporetti's β€” 3 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Press Waffle Co. β€” 3 min walk Β· cafe
  • Pad Thai β€” 4 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Eden Plant Co. β€” 4 min walk Β· cafe
  • Station 8 Coffe β€” 4 min walk Β· cafe

Surroundings from OpenStreetMap contributors, licensed under ODbL. Walking times are estimates.

Upcoming Events

Elmo's Got The Moves - Photo Experience - Not a Concert Ticket
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Elmo's Got The Moves - Photo Experience - Not a Concert Ticket

Fri, Nov 13 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Each person attending the photo experience must also have an event ticket. If a child 2 and under did not require an event ticket, they also do not require a photo experience ticket. Meet the Characte...

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Miscellaneous
Elmo's Got the Moves
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Elmo's Got the Moves

Fri, Nov 13 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Doors: 5PM Show: 6PM All Ages Children 2 and under & who can sit in a lap of a parent/guardian without obstructing those behind them do not need a ticket. Make unforgettable memories with your little ...

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Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk
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Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk

Sun, Nov 22 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 6PM Show: 7PM Age Limit: No children under the age of 15 permitted.

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Arts & TheatreComedy
Signed Poster Add-On - Brett Goldstein - Not a Concert Ticket
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Signed Poster Add-On - Brett Goldstein - Not a Concert Ticket

Sun, Nov 22 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Receive a personalized, numbered and signed tour poster by Brett Goldstein. Posters will be available for pickup on the night of the show. ($75+taxes and fees)

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Miscellaneous
Trivium
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Trivium

Sat, Nov 28 β€’ 6:35 PM CST

Doors: 5:30 PM Show: 6:35 PM Age Limit: All Ages

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MusicRockPop
Trippie Redd - The Non-disclosure Agreement Tour
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Trippie Redd - The Non-disclosure Agreement Tour

Tue, Dec 1 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM Age Limit: All Ages

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The Basement Yard Live
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The Basement Yard Live

Sun, Dec 13 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 6:30PM Show: 8PM All Ages Joe Santagato has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold goes to The Happy Cry Fund, which is dedicated to strengthening communities and providing supp...

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Arts & TheatrePodcast
Smith & Myers
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Smith & Myers

Tue, Dec 15 β€’ 7:30 PM CST

Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM All Ages

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Underoath - Define the Great Line 20th Anniversary Tour
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Underoath - Define the Great Line 20th Anniversary Tour

Wed, Dec 16 β€’ 6:30 PM CST

Doors: 5:30 PM Show: 6:30 PM All Ages

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MusicRockPop
2026 LAS POSADAS VIP CHARITY ADD-ON - Not a Concert Ticket
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2026 LAS POSADAS VIP CHARITY ADD-ON - Not a Concert Ticket

Thu, Dec 17 β€’ 7:30 PM CST

Package Includes: Pre-Show Meet & Greet and Photo with William Beckmann Commemorative William Beckmann VIP Laminate Limited Edition William Beckmann Fleece Hoodie Autographed Ornament Autographed Phot...

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Miscellaneous
William Beckmann - Las Posadas Tour
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William Beckmann - Las Posadas Tour

Thu, Dec 17 β€’ 7:30 PM CST

Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM All Ages

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MusicCountry
112
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112

Fri, Dec 18 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM All Ages.

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MusicR&B
Anthony Jeselnik: Wrath of Man
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Anthony Jeselnik: Wrath of Man

Sat, Jan 30 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 6PM Show: 7PM All Ages Welcome!

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Arts & TheatreComedy
Daughtry - 20 Years Unplugged Tour
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Daughtry - 20 Years Unplugged Tour

Sun, Jan 31 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM All Ages. Daughtry celebrates 20 years with an intimate acoustic performance!

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MusicRockPop
FLO - Therapy At The Club Tour
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FLO - Therapy At The Club Tour

Tue, Feb 2 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 7PM Show: 8PM All Ages Welcome! *Support acts subject to change*

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MusicR&B
ALLEYCVT - Beginning of Forever Tour
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ALLEYCVT - Beginning of Forever Tour

Sat, Feb 6 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 7PM Show: 8PM 18+

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