Upcoming Events

More ways to get outside at Willow Waterhole!

Keep the momentum going this summer and fall with more opportunities to explore, learn, and give back!

Urban Paths Wellness Walk

Sponsor: Urban Paths
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Meet at the Willow Waterhole Greenway Conservancy Office
5600 South Willow Drive, Suite 113

Join Urban Paths on a free Wellness Walk at Willow Waterhole. Anyone and everyone is invited to walk through the park while discussing topics including mental and physical health as well as the benefits of being exposed to nature. Friendly pups on leash are always welcome. The event is free, but register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998895762033?aff=oddtdtcreator

Monthly Bird Survey

Sponsor: Birds Houston
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 AM
Location: Meet at the parking lot of the Gathering Place, 5310 South Willow Drive

The Willow Waterhole Bird Survey was started in June 2007 and is held on the third Saturday of each month. During the 2-hour count, the number of species identified can range from around 30 in the summer to over 50 in the winter. All skill levels are welcome - this is a great opportunity for beginners and experienced birders alike.

Our start time is 8 am during the cooler months (October through March) and 7 am during our extended summer (April through September). We split up into three groups to cover the park thoroughly, and as of 2020, over 210 species have been reported to eBird. For a list of species reported to date, see eBird:  ebird.org/hotspot/L390915.

Mary Ann Beachemin is Senior Naturalist at the Nature Discovery Center. The Nature Discovery Center is partnering with Birds Houston to conduct the Willow Waterhole survey.

Family Fishing Clinic

Sponsor: Willow Waterhole Greenway Conservancy
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 2:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at the Willow Waterhole Greenway Conservancy Office
5600 South Willow Drive, Suite 113

Bring the whole family out to learn the basics of fishing in a fun, hands-on environment

  • Great for kids and beginners

  • Equipment and guidance provided

  • After classroom instruction, we’ll move to Westbury Lake for hands-on fishing

We hope to see you out at the Waterhole!

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-fishing-clinic-tickets-1993691923211?aff=oddtdtcreator

Girl Scouts Sharing Shelf Grand Opening

Sponsor: Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, Girl Scouts of the San Jacinto Council
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Rafferty Oak at the Arboretum Trail at Triangle Lake

Like a Free Little Library, the Sharing Shelf provides personal items - think toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, hand sanitizer, anything along these lines - for those in need. Come encourage these Girl Scouts, congratulate them on this worthwhile project, and donate some items yourself!

Willow Waterhole Bike Tour

Sponsor: Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Meet at La Tazza Coffee, 8427 Stella Link Road, Suite B

Join local cyclists, led by WWGC Board Member Alejandro Ramirez, on a 14.4 mile ride to tour Heron, Triangle, Westbury, Willow, and Prairie Lakes. Start and end at La Tazza Coffee on Stella Link Rd. See the route at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54027047. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-tour-of-willow-waterhole-tickets-1999307699148?aff=oddtdtcreator

National Public Lands Day VolunBEERing

Sponsor: Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at the parking lot on Dryad

Celebrate National Public Lands Day by giving back during a volunteer work session, then enjoy refreshments with fellow volunteers. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986086096980?aff=oddtdtcreator

Trees for Birds

Sponsor: Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy, Trees for Houston, Houston Audubon Society
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: 11248 S. Post oak Rd., Houston, TX 77035 (Just past La Michoacana Market)

Come to this innovative, collaborative birding event with tree giveaways, bird walks, vendors, and activities for families.
Sign up at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998250968438?aff=oddtdtcreator

Recent Events

A Full Day of Music at Willow Waterhole

MusicFEST returned to Willow Waterhole for its 12th annual celebration, filling the Greenway with a full day of free live music, family activities, and community spirit. Families, friends, and neighbors gathered on the lawn to enjoy performances by local student musicians and professional artists, culminating in a headlining set by Skyrocket.

Guests also enjoyed food trucks, a beer and wine garden, games for kids, community booths, and the opportunity to explore the Greenway's lakes, trails, and blooming bluebonnets. Familiar festival t-shirts from years past served as a reminder that MusicFEST has become a beloved Willow Waterhole tradition.

This year's festival also highlighted an exciting milestone. Mayor John Whitmire joined Sharon Yazowski, President and CEO of the Levitt Foundation, along with representatives from City Council Member Martha Castex-Tatum's office, TIRZ 20, and Levitt Pavilion Houston, to celebrate plans for the transformation of the adjacent former Shell property. The project will create a new gateway and gathering space, including the future home of Levitt Pavilion Houston.

MusicFEST continues to reflect the simple idea of bringing people together through music while introducing new visitors to everything Willow Waterhole has to offer. As plans for the Greenway continue to unfold, even more people will have the opportunity to gather, connect, and enjoy this special place.