This fall in Houston is shaping up to be a blast – cooking up all sorts of festivals from the Houston Pumpkin Fest, to Dewberry Farms, and more. Add this one to the list, Big Blanket, a giant picnic festival, is set to lay it down at Founders Court Tree Grove this November with checkered picnic blankets, snacks, games, and beverages for park goers.
Founded by Houston native and University of Houston alum, Caleb Matheson, Big Blanket is a community-driven event and initiative aimed at bringing people together for a large-scale picnic on one shared blanket and creating a space where socializing is effortless.
The event has grown since its inception and will return better than ever on Saturday, November 15. Running from noon to 6 pm, the Big Blanket Super Picnic in Houston will feature all sorts of DJs, food trucks, crafts, games, and more. Slated activities here include a Giant Hula Hoop Contest, Giant 3-Leg Race, Giant Tug of War, and Giant Sack Race.
DJs set to spin at the festival include Saynt Chris, DJ Sun, Yorztruly, Lil Poet, as well as two secret DJs. The event will also feature a variety of food vendors on site, promising over 20 on-site in a mixture of grilling, cookout eats, and local favorites.
Festival organizers encourage guests to bring picnic blankets, crafts, shade umbrellas, coolers, games, snacks, and N/A beverages. Regarding the latter, the festival will have alcohol available on-site. Other prohibited items include pets, outside alcohol, and smoking materials – this is in accordance with the city regulations per the festival.
Big Blanket Super Picnic takes place in Houston from noon to 6 pm on Saturday, November 15, at Founders Court Tree Grove located at 6100 Main St in Houston, Texas 77005. Tickets are now available through the event website. Before October 31, tickets will be priced at $25, after which will increase.
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