E- Guide to Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in The Woodlands

Market Street Central Park

On May 4th, 2009 Maria Williams will be playing Latin jazz music in Market Street Central Park from: 5:00 to 9:00 pm, under the Jazz Beat Concert Series.

The 4th annual 5 de Mayo Celebration at Market Street will take place on May 5th from 5 to 9 PM, with Latin Music, Flamenco dancers, Mariachi bands, children's activities and a special performance by Crossing Borders.

Food and Margaritas will be available for purchase.

Town Green Park

The 6th annual family friendly celebration, Fiesta Universal, on May 2nd, 2009 from 5-10pm at Town Green Park at 2009 Lake Robbins Drive will be a display of Latin culture, there will be singing, dancing music, food and art, Mariachis, professional dancers of salsa, merengue and tango.

A Professional Tamale Eating Contest which will be taped by ESPN, children's games and activities, local restaurants will be offering food at the booths.

Source: The Woodlands csvb

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Re-opening

On May 1st the venue sets off on a new stage, after a $ 9.5 million renovation following the estimated $3 million damage, and an additional $1 million due to cancelled events after hurricane Ike last year, the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, Texas re-opens.

Jerry Mac Donald CEO of the nonprofit organization said the devastated site called for a renovation and expects a sold -out concert at the re-opening with the performance of The Dave Mathews Band.

Based on ticket sales, The Woodlands Pavilion ranks in the top 10 amphitheaters worldwide according to Pollstar magazine.

Some of the highlight performances include productions by Live Entertainment and presentations by The Houston Ballet, The Houston Symphony and events like The Annual Children's Festival.

The 20th Performing Arts Season starts on May 15th with a performance by The Houston Symphony.

Source: Greater Houston Weekly