Houston’s fall party scene has changed. Cowboy boots, disco balls and Matthew McConaughey await.

Ten years ago, Houston’s must-attend social events were mostly synonymous with pomp and circumstance. The fancier, the better.

COVID-19 may have changed all that. As discretionary spending shifted toward travel and at-home entertaining after the pandemic, Houstonians who donated expected fun.

That’s why some of today’s most anticipated events have a certain je ne sais quoi. The themes are strong — Don Quixote, anyone? The dress codes are more relaxed — western wear, at the ballet? And the special guests inspire an immediate add-to-cart, like Matthew McConaughey for the Houston Symphony? Take my money!…

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