FIRST FRIDAYS HTX ! Business. Culture. Connections. Under the Stars.

FIRST FRIDAYS HTX!
Business. Culture. Connections. Under the Stars.
About this Event
FIRST FRIDAYS AT THE COLLABORATIVE HTX
Where Houston Does Business.

Friday, November 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

The Collaborative HTX
Rooftop + Penthouse Floor
2101 CityWest Blvd.
Houston, TX 77042

Houston, it’s time to connect differently.

The Collaborative HTX proudly presents FIRST FRIDAYS — Houston’s premier monthly Business, Culture & Connection Experience, bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, professionals, creators, brands and community leaders under one roof.

This isn’t just another networking mixer.

First Fridays is where Houston comes to NETWORK. CONNECT. COLLABORATE. GROW.

Join us Friday, November 6, for an elevated evening on the Rooftop + Penthouse Floor of The Collaborative HTX, where business connections meet Houston culture, entertainment and opportunity.

WHAT TO EXPECT

BUSINESS NETWORKING
Meet entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, professionals and decision-makers from across Houston.

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Come prepared to exchange ideas, make introductions, discover resources and create relationships that can turn into real business.

VENDORS + BRANDS
Discover Houston businesses, products and services while connecting directly with the people behind the brands.

GREAT FOOD + DRINKS
Enjoy an upscale social atmosphere designed to make networking feel less like work and more like an experience.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Music and entertainment help set the tone for an evening where business and culture come together.

CURATED EXPERIENCES
Expect more than business cards. First Fridays is being built around experiences that encourage genuine conversations, introductions and collaboration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

First Fridays is for people who want to build relationships and grow their network in Houston.

Entrepreneurs • Small Business Owners • Corporate Professionals • Executives • Creatives • Real Estate Professionals • Healthcare Professionals • Attorneys • Financial Professionals • Consultants • Marketing Professionals • Community Leaders • Investors • Startups • Vendors • Brands

Whether you're looking for your next customer, referral partner, vendor, collaborator, mentor, employee, business resource or opportunity, you should be in the room.

BUSINESS OWNERS — COME READY TO DO BUSINESS

Bring your business cards.

Bring your QR code.

Bring your elevator pitch.

And most importantly — bring your business.

We want First Fridays to become the place where Houston business owners know they can walk into the room and meet someone they need to know.

THE EXPERIENCE

6:00 PM – Doors Open + Networking

Arrive early, grab a drink, explore our vendors and start making connections.

Business Networking + Brand Experiences

Meet Houston entrepreneurs, professionals, sponsors and business owners throughout the evening.

Music • Food • Drinks • Vendors • Connections

Stay for the experience. Leave with new relationships.

11:00 PM – Event Concludes

EXPERIENCE THE COLLABORATIVE HTX

First Fridays is the signature monthly event of The Collaborative HTX, powered by The Do-WAP Agency, LLC.

The Collaborative HTX is being created as a destination for Houston entrepreneurs and businesses to work, meet, connect, collaborate and grow through office solutions, coworking, events, media, marketing and business-building opportunities.

First Fridays brings that mission to life every month.

VENDORS • SPONSORS • BRAND PARTNERS

Want your company in front of Houston's business community?

First Fridays offers opportunities for:

Vendor Booths • Corporate Sponsorships • Brand Activations • Product Sampling • Event Partnerships • Advertising • Media Exposure • Multi-Month Partnerships

Companies interested in reaching entrepreneurs, professionals and Houston business owners are encouraged to become part of the First Fridays experience.

FIRST FRIDAYS
NOVEMBER 6, 2026
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

THE COLLABORATIVE HTX
ROOFTOP + PENTHOUSE FLOOR
2101 CityWest Blvd.
Houston, TX 77042

NETWORK • CONNECT • COLLABORATE • GROW

WHERE HOUSTON DOES BUSINESS.

Powered by The Do-WAP Agency, LLC

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