Locations
Area Contact Information
- facebook.com
- +1 832 728 4733
- usohouston@uso.org
- Heather Krauss, Executive Director
Upcoming Events
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USO Houston Birthday Bash at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base (EFJRB)
The USO Houston Birthday Bash at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base is a celebratory program designed to honor the USO’s birthday by doing what we do best—showing up for service members. This event brings together service members, USO staff, and vol…
Feb 6th, 2026 7:00 AM CST ( 700S)
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Armed Forces Appreciation- Rodeo
Armed Forces Appreciation Day honors the brave men and women for their service in the U.S. military. Visitors are encouraged to come out, dress in red, white and blue, and show appreciation for the troops, past and present.
Mar 4th, 2026 8:00 AM CST ( 800S)
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Coffee Connections
3903 Washington Ave Houston, TX 77007 United States
USO Coffee Connection at BHBG Coffee is a warm, welcoming outreach designed to meet service members and their families right where they are, over a great cup of coffee and meaningful conversation. In partnership with BHBG Coffee, the USO creates a r…
Mar 6th, 2026 9:00 AM CST ( 900S)
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Purple Up FOR MILITARY KIDS
Purple Up at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base is a family-focused program celebrating military children through fun, connection, and collaboration. Built around interactive activities, games, and shared experiences, the event brings service member…
Apr 12th, 2026 11:00 AM CST (1100S)
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Tentative** Fleet Week Reception Party
TENATIVE** The USO Fleet Week Arrival & Welcome Reception serves as the first point of connection for sailors and Marines arriving in Houston. As ships enter port, USO staff and volunteers are on hand to provide a warm, organized welcome that se…
Apr 15th, 2026 12:00 PM CST (1200S)
Stories
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USO Houston Lifts Up Military Families Amid a Season of Uncertainty
When the recent government shutdown brought uncertainty to military families across the Greater Houston area, service members found themsel…
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Bringing Holiday Cheer to Those Who Serve
Being away from family, friends, and traditions during the holidays is never easy. That’s why the USO is dedicated to making these moments …
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A Pledge to Serve: Mass Swear-In Ceremony at Houston MEPS
On December 30, 2024, the halls of the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Houston, Texas, echoed with the powerful words of the…
Programs
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Coffee Connections
Military spouses move frequently and often find themselves in a situation of building a new social network in a new location. Additionally,…
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Centers
USO Centers bring together members of the local military community to relax and build comradery during their service to the Nation. When as…
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Holidays
USO Holidays unifies the festive and celebratory programming USO hosts around the world during the end-of-year holiday season and throughou…
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USO Transition Program
The USO Transition program provides professional services to active duty, Reserve, National Guard, and military spouses, by educating them …
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USO2GO
USO2GO is a program designed to bring the amenities and comforts of a USO Center to service members in remote locations that the USO cannot…
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Gaming
Gaming promotes mental wellness, social interaction, and entertainment while also providing service members and their families increased re…
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Canine
Through the USO Canine Program, the valuable connection between humans and dogs is recognized. This program includes therapy dogs, family p…
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Care Package
The USO Care Package Program provides service members with essential snack and toiletry items specifically designed to support them during …
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Global Entertainment
USO Global Entertainment delivers first-class entertainment programming to service members and their families. Partnering with entertainmen…
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Program in a Box
USO Program in a Box is designed to bring the most popular USO programs found in USO Centers to service members deployed or stationed in ve…
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Reading
The USO Reading Program keeps service members connected to and engaged with their children through story time. Service members can visit a …
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Responds
When troops mobilize to provide support to communities experiencing a natural disaster, or a health crisis or to serve no-notice deployment…
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Special Delivery
Combining baby shower games, local guest speakers, and drawings for traditional baby shower gifts, these popular showers provide a touch of…
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Youth
USO Youth Programs, serving children ages 0-18, offer opportunities designed to help alleviate stress, enhance exposure to learning and cul…