HOUSTON – More than 100 decorated vehicles hit Houston streets Thursday morning as part of the 39th Annual Art Car Parade’s Main Street Drag, bringing the beloved festival experience directly to those who may not be able to attend on their own.
The event, hosted by the Orange Show, kicked off at 9 a.m. at Orange Show World Headquarters, located at 2334 Gulf Terminal Drive, with cars arriving on-site by 8:30 a.m.
Art Car Parade route (2026 Orange Show Center for Visionary Art)
Designed to “bring the parade to the people,” the Main Street Drag sends art cars and their artists on a series of mini parades to schools, hospitals, nursing homes, developmental facilities, and other care locations across the city.
Artists spent time showing off their rolling masterpieces, discussing their inspirations, and explaining how they built them — bringing smiles to residents and patients along the way.
The Main Street Drag is part of the Orange Show’s broader Houston Art Car Festival and Parade, one of the city’s most beloved annual traditions now in its 39th year.
For a full list of events, visit www.thehoustonartcarparade.com
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