Dog Day in the Courtyard

Dog-Friendly Happy Hour Before Doggy Day at Daikin Park

Join us at Potente for Dog Day in the Courtyard, a special pregame happy hour in Downtown Houston designed for Astros fans and their four-legged companions. Before heading to Doggy Day at Daikin Park, bring your pup to Potente’s courtyard for an afternoon of handcrafted cocktails, dog-friendly fun, giveaways, and community partners.

Whether you’re grabbing a drink before first pitch or making an afternoon of it, Dog Day in the Courtyard is the perfect way to kick off game day.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bar Opens: 3:00 PM
Food Service Begins: 4:00 PM
Astros First Pitch: 6:10 PM

Location:
Potente Courtyard
1515 Texas Avenue
Houston, TX 77002

Located just steps from Daikin Park, Potente is the perfect place to gather before the game.

What to Expect

Bring your dog and enjoy an afternoon featuring:

• Dog-friendly courtyard seating with tents and water bowls
• Tito’s Vodka cocktail samples
• Tito’s dog toys and gear (available while supplies last)
• Complimentary Potente dog bandanas from Patrice’s Pups (while supplies last)
• Fresh dog treats and meal samples from Pawfect Pawtions
• Meet the team from Curbed Behaviors and learn about the H.E.A.R.T. Project
• Potente’s full food menu beginning at 4:00 PM

Featured Cocktail

Cucumber Cooler

Cool off before the game with our featured Tito’s Vodka cocktail:

• Tito’s Handmade Vodka
• Fresh cucumber
• House-made lemonade
• Creole spice rim

Plus, enjoy Tito’s Astros specialty cocktails throughout the afternoon.

Community Partners

We’re excited to welcome several incredible local partners to Dog Day in the Courtyard, including:

• Tito’s Handmade Vodka
• Pawfect Pawtions
• Curbed Behaviors
• Patrice’s Pups

Together, we’re celebrating Houston’s love of great food, great cocktails, and great dogs.

The Perfect Pregame Destination

Located in the heart of Downtown Houston, Potente is just a short walk from Daikin Park, making it the ideal place to meet friends, enjoy happy hour, and let your pup socialize before the Astros take the field.

Whether you’re attending Doggy Day at Daikin Park or simply looking for one of Houston’s most unique dog-friendly happy hours, Dog Day in the Courtyard offers an unforgettable way to start your Saturday.

Reserve Your Spot

Grab your pup, enjoy handcrafted cocktails, and kick off Astros game day at Potente.

Dog Day in the Courtyard
Saturday, August 22 | 3:00–6:00 PM

We can’t wait to welcome you!