The Brief
- Seven blocks of Main Street are being permanently converted into a pedestrian-only “Promenade,” removing all car traffic to create a massive outdoor social hub.
- With construction officially kicking off in June 2025, crews are racing to finish the $12 million project by May 2026, just weeks before Houston hosts seven FIFA World Cup matches.
- Local business owners say that despite the construction headaches, the international exposure is a “game-changer” for Houston’s brand.
HOUSTON – Orange barrels and the sound of jackhammers have become a temporary staple of the Downtown Houston skyline, but the city says the mess is paving the way for a historic transformation.
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Permanent Houston Main Street closure
Why you should care:
The $12 million Main Street Promenade project is officially in its final sprint. The initiative, which permanently closes seven blocks of Main Street (from Commerce to Rusk) to vehicular traffic, aims to turn the corridor into a pedestrian-first “outdoor living room” just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Surviving the Dust
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