2024 LOCATION

Bayou Music Center will host Galaxy Station 2024: The Portal Awakens December 7th & 8th 2024

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BAYOU MUSIC CENTER HOUSTON

Bayou Music Center (BMC) is a Live Nation performing arts center featuring nationally known musicians & comedians since 1997. Former names: Aerial Theater (1997-2002); Verizon Wireless Theater (2002-12); Revention Music Center (2015-20). Located downtown in Houston’s theater arts district nearby the Buffalo Bayou River & within minutes from both 1-10 and 1-45. It’s near the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall and the Alley Theater. 

Main Stage is located at ground level. Clubland Presents 40 Below is a massive 400-person VIP only underground basement stage located 40 steps below ground level. 40 Below offers a private restroom, private bar, and a unique experience with it’s own stage design, production, and lineup. You must purchase a VIP ticket such as Star Trooper VIP, Stargazers VIP Balcony, VIP Squad Pack, or a VIP Booth/Table to have access

Galaxy Station 2024: The Portal Awakens will commence on December 7th & 8th 2024. This impressive venue will open its doors to Galaxy Station Family for a one-time only occasion. Each year we develop a unique theme that will happen only once! Last year’s theme 2023: A New World Order hosted acts from 11 countries at a sprawling underground Las Vegas style 4-room nightclub 15 minutes north of Downtown. 

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Map

Bayou Music Center is located at
520 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002

 

FAQ

HOURS OF OPERATIONS

Galaxy Station 2024 will open doors at 5:30PM Saturday, December 7th and 5:30PM Sunday, December 8th. The show will start at 6:00PM and end at 2:00AM both nights. We reccomend arriving at 5:00PM to ensure a swift entry. 

DRESS CODE

Dress code is very relaxed and most forms of fashion and style are acceptable. Festival styles including baggy clothes, colorful designs and eccentric patterns, revealing clothing i;e pasties, fishnet, mesh, fringe, hollow out, bodycon/bodysuit are allowed. Attendees can dress comfortably as this will be a safe indoors environment with security. Hats, sunglasses, masks, and costumes are acceptable.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

18+ to enter, 21+ to drink
Entry is permitted with proper ID only.

CODE OF CONDUCT 

We have a zero-tolerance policy towards violence, gangs, drug usage, sexual misconduct, and reckless behavior. This is a professional EDM event; we promote “PLURR” which stands for Peace, Love, Unity, Respect, and Responsibility. If you are caught fighting, harassing others or using illicit substances you will be escorted out. We support local Houston law enforcement and encourage the venue to work closely with security to ensure a safe event. 

SECURITY & ENTRY

By purchasing a ticket, you agree to submit to a thorough search, including emptying your pockets and bags, having all of your items examined, a full pat-down, and possibly removing your shoes. You also agree to passing through metal detector upon entry to ensure everyone’s safety. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone.

RECORDING EQUIPMENT POLICY

NO professional recording equipment for photo, video, or audio (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial use rigs)

WHERE DO I PARK?

Valet service is available at the venue complex, there is also street parking and underground parking in the city’s garage. Please note that the valet service is run by the City of Houston and not the venue. Theater District Parking spans 18 underground blocks and consists of 3,369 parking spaces. Entrances 5, 6, and 7 are all conveniently located near BMC. A more affordable option can be Alley Theater Garage operated by WinPark located at 513 Smith St. Galaxy Station, Live Nation, & Bayou Music Center will not be liable for your vehicle and belongings, please park carefully and leave your most valuables at home! Rideshares are always an option

WILL THERE BE AN ATM?

ATMs are available in the venue and located in the lobby area.

IDENTIFICATION AND PROHIBITED ITEMS

ACCEPTABLE IDS INCLUDE

  • Driver’s Licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent) or:U.S. Passport
  • U.S. Passport Card
  • U.S. Military ID
  • Permanent Resident Card
  • A foreign government-issued passport
  • Border Crossing Card
  • DHS-designated enhanced driver’s license
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS

  • Masks, Pashminas, Bandanas
  • Led Gloving
  • Fans & Parasols
  • Signs, Banners, Flags
  • Vapes/E-cigs/Disposable Vapes, Juuls
  • Cigarettes
  • Led/Glow Accessories, Jewelry, Costumes
  • Purses, Bags up to 12” x 6” x 12”

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • NO metal objects
  • NO sharp objects
  • NO pets
  • NO laser pointers
  • NO illegal substances
  • NO drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • NO large chains or spiked jewelry
  • NO outside food or beverages
  • NO weapons of any kind (includes guns, pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
  • NO whistles, air horns, or other loud
    noise devices
  • NO flow toys/equipment i;e hoops, staves, orbital, poi
  • NO juggling & pixelwhips

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS FOR GALAXY RISING AFTERPARTIES ONLY

  • Flow toys/equipment hoops, staves, orbital, poi, wands
  • Flow juggling & pixelwhips
  • Backpacks 
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