713 weekend was a BLAST! Big thanks to our readers, followers, and all around Houston lovers for coming out and joining our Do713 team. We hope you enjoyed it and this is your final reminder that we still have some giveaways for you to enter before they expire!

Anyways, now that Love Island USA is over and we have recovered, we can now fully lock in on Love Island UK. I know that might be a controversial take, but I swear it might actually be better (trust me on this). Please start watching so I have more people to talk about this with.

Speaking of someone who also knows how to keep things wildly entertaining, we're giving away tickets to see William Montgomery at Punch Line Houston. His sets are unpredictable in the best way, so enter now and prepare yourself accordingly.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Shelley King and Carolyn Wonderland team up at McGonigel's Mucky Duck on Friday, August 7 for a night of blues, rock, and Americana that'll have you wondering why you don't go to more live music. Trust your ears on this one.

• Milla 22, Los Morales, and Selección take over Warehouse Live Midtown on Saturday, August 22 for an evening packed with regional Mexican music and nonstop energy. Round up your people and make it a night out.

• This is not the night to stand in the back with your arms crossed. Wednesday, September 23 belongs to Vader at Scout Bar, where blistering guitars and nonstop chaos are pretty much guaranteed. Enter the pit at your own risk.

• If dreamy indie pop is your love language, don't sleep on this one. New Constellations lands at The Heights Theater on Monday, November 16 after sold-out tours and festival stops around the world. Future you will thank you.

• Plus other just announced shows in Houston!

THE BEST MARGARITAS TO BEAT THE HEAT

After plenty of happy hours and dedicated margarita "research," our Houston locals have narrowed down the Houston spots they keep coming back to. Whether you're loyal to a classic lime margarita or always order something spicy, frozen, or a little unexpected, this guide is packed with local favorites that are absolutely worth adding to your next taco night. 🍹

IN THE FUTURE

LOCALS ONLY

• Pride is officially back on the calendar. 🌈 After weather forced this year's parade to be postponed, Pride Houston 365 will now take over downtown on Saturday, August 15. Expect colorful floats, drag performances starting at 5 PM, and the LIMITLESS parade kicking off at 7 PM. Grab your crew, wear your brightest outfit, and let's give Houston the celebration it deserves.

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