Community Engagement

METRO staff is actively involved in the Houston region in a variety of ways, including:

  • Promoting METRONow initiatives
  • Partnering with local organizations to promote public transit
  • Educating students and seniors about discounted fare options
  • Connecting record-breaking crowds to major events
  • Launching new services
METRO representative engaging students about discounts at Earth Day event

Upcoming Events

METRO representatives are onsite at many community events throughout the year. This is another way you can interact with METRO to learn about programs and services, ask questions and provide feedback. When events are confirmed, a calendar listing will be posted here. If there are no current listings, please check back soon. We look forward to meeting you!


Sept.
12

Viet Cultural Fest

This annual event is full of fun, food and cultural experiences. METRO will have a booth with representatives sharing service and route information, project updates, discounted fare applications, and more.

Start: Sat, Sept. 12, 2026 - 10 a.m.

End: Sat, Sept. 12, 2026 - 7 p.m.

Reliant Center - 1 NRG Park, Houston, TX 77054
Sept.
16

HISD Food Distribution Event

Sunrise centers provide access to basic healthcare, mental health services, food pantries, clothing and more for students and their families through the Houston Independent School District. METRO representatives will have a table at the event where you can learn about METRO services and safety. Be sure to ask about how K-12 students can obtain a discounted student fare card.

Start: Wed, Sept. 16, 2026 - 11 a.m.

End: Wed, Sept. 16, 2026 - 12:30 p.m.

Sunrise Center at Morefield Boys & Girls Club - 5950 Selinsky Road Houston, TX 77048
Oct.
6

Third Ward National Night Out

National Night Out is a free, fun way to meet your neighbors and enjoy food, live music, games and giveaways while engaging with local law enforcement. Speak with METRO representatives to learn more about our services and safety.

Start: Tue, Oct. 6, 2026 - 6 p.m.

End: Tue, Oct. 6, 2026 - 9 p.m.

Emancipation Park Community Center - 3018 Emancipation Ave. Houston, TX 77004

Adopt-a-Stop

Signage on a bus stop pole showing the spot has been adopted.

Make A Positive Impact

We all want to live, work and play in beautiful, vibrant, safe neighborhoods. We encourage individuals, civic groups and local businesses to adopt a bus stop or passenger shelter in your community and help keep it clean.

Learn More

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