53rd Reunion: Houston, Texas
June 22-26, 2023
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COUNTDOWN TO THE 53RD DUNLAP REUNION
Directions
Houston is approximately 20 hours from Detroit and 15.5 hours from Charlotte.
You can drive, fly, or take a train there!
Where to Stay
Hotel
We have rooms blocked off for the family at the Holiday Inn Express/Staybridge Suites-Galleria in Houston, Texas.
To reserve rooms you may call 1-888-211-9874 and mention the Dunlap Family Reunion (DFR) when you book to get the group discount. Or visit the below links to book online with the group rate.
Rooms must be booked by May 25, 2023 to receive the rate
Payment for one night is due 24-hours prior to check in and will be charged to the card used during booking.
Holiday Inn Express/Staybridge Suites-Galleria Hotel
2351 West Loop South
Houston, Texas 77027
346-262-0500
Room Rates
When booking your room online you MUST click the link of the hotel you would like to stay in. While the hotels share a building, they each have separate booking sites.
For those planning to arrive early or stay late, the group rate will be available for any reservation between June 19 and June 29, 2023 (3 days before and 3 days after).
Staybridge Suites (click to book)
1 King Studio Suite (no separate living area)
$159.00 per night + tax
Double Queen One Bedroom Suite w/ Living Area
$159.00 per night + tax
All Staybridge Suite rooms include a full kitchen, microwave, refrigerator, and pullout bed
Holiday Inn Express (click to book)
Standard 1 King Bed
$149.00 per night + tax
Standard Double Queen
$149.00 per night + tax
All Holiday Inn Express rooms include a microwave, minifridge, and pullout bed
Parking Rate: $10.00 per day
Additionally, a $100 incidental hold will be placed on all bookings upon check-in.
If you have any questions about the rooms/hotel please contact DaVonti' Haynes.
Hotel Amenities
Bar in Lobby (open 4-10pm)
Complimentary Breakfast
Fitness Center
Laundry Facility
Heated Pool
Free WiFi
Business Center
Same-Day Dry Cleaning
Nearby Attractions
0.5 miles from the River Oaks District
0.6 miles from the Galleria Mall
0.8 miles from the Highland Village
5.9 miles from the Houston Museum District
6.5 miles from the Houston Zoo
7.4 miles from Downtown Houston
17 miles from Hobby Airport (HOU)
27 miles from Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Reunion T-Shirts
2023 Dunlap Family Reunion T-Shirts
Dunlap Family Reunion Shirt: Crew Neck
Dunlap Family Reunion Shirt: Women’s Tank Top
What To Do
Scroll down for activities during the reunion and other things to do in the Houston area
America's fourth-largest city is a cosmopolitan destination, filled with world-class dining, arts, hotels, shopping and nightlife. Take a stroll through the historic Heights, spend the day exploring the Museum District or head down to Space Center Houston. Later on, grab a bite in one of dozens of award-winning restaurants, or hang out on Washington Avenue. There's always something to do in this Southern hospitality meets urban chic city. Come explore YOUR Houston!
Source – Visit Houston
EAT & DRINK
With various destinations that uniquely combine professionally prepared meals with world-class entertainment: Houston has no shortage of dining experiences or nightlife options for its guests to enjoy during their visit!
DISCOVER & EXPLORE
Beautiful weather provides more time to be spent outdoors at the parks, pools, beaches, and lakes. Houston offers a variety of amenities, with some thing for everyone and every age group. It’s perfect for us to reunite as a family and for you to find some leisure time.
Arrival & Day One
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Social Hour
1:00pm
Holiday Inn Express Lounge
If you arrive before check-in, consider joining the family in the Holiday Inn Express Lounge for reconnecting and socializing.
Hotel Check-in
3:00pm
Staybridge & Holiday Inn
Hotel check-in begins at 3:00pm.
T-shirts will be distributed 1:00-4:00pm
Family Social & Dinner
6:00pm
Boudreaux's Cajun Kitchen
Join us for family fun, drinks, and dinner in the city!
Address: 5475 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77081
The hotel bar will be open 4:00-10:00pm
The Holiday Inn Express Lounge will be open to the family the duration of the reunion. Feel free to stop by at any time throughout the weekend.
Day Two
Friday, June 23, 2023
WEAR YOUR REUNION SHIRT TODAY! WE WILL BE TAKING A FAMILY PHOTO!
Water Acrobatics
8:00-9:00am
Hotel Pool
Join us for an exciting water aerobics class where no swimming skills are needed. Exercises will be performed to lively music and led by Boston, Dee-Dee, and Nellie.
Family Photo
3:30pm
Holiday Inn Express Lounge
Join us for the 2023 Dunlap Family photo! Please wear your reunion t-shirt.
Family Meet & Greet
4:30-6:00pm
Holiday Inn Salon A & B
Join us for the family meet and greet to reconnect with family and officially kick-off the 53rd Annual Reunion.
Family Game Night
7:00pm
Palace Social
Join us for some family fun at: Palace Social
Address: 4191 Bellaire Blvd, Suite 150, Houston, TX 77025
The hotel bar will be open 4:00-10:00pm
The Holiday Inn Express Lounge will be open to the family the duration of the reunion. Feel free to stop by at any time throughout the weekend.
Day Three
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Family Pool Party
12:00-4:00pm
HIE Rooftop Pool
Join us for a family pool party at the HIE Rooftop Pool. There will be light refreshments and a cash bar on site.
Light refreshments, games, music, and family fun!
Color Theme: Fifty shades of pink
Murder Mystery Show
7:00pm
HIE Dining Lounge
Come put your sleuthing skills to use and solve the mystery during this live-action murder mystery party!
Be sure to grab a drink from the bar or your room before the show!
Explore Houston
Use the day to reconnect with family and loved ones and explore all that Houston has to offer. From NASA and dinner shows to the Galleria District there’s something for everyone to do and see in Houston.
The hotel bar will be open 4:00-10:00pm
The Holiday Inn Express Lounge will be open to the family the duration of the reunion. Feel free to stop by at any time throughout the weekend.
Day Four
Sunday, June 25, 2023
Church Service
9:00am
HIE Dining Lounge
Join us in the banquet hall for a live-streaming church service, immediately before brunch.
Annual Banquet
11:00am-2:00pm
HIE Dining Lounge
This year’s annual banquet will be lunch style. Please join us for our annual banquet as we recognize all that is the Dunlap Family!
Dunlap Family Hoedown
7:00pm-12:00am
HIE Outdoor Lounge
Saddle up! Put on your boots! And mosey on over to the Dunlap Family Hoedown! Prizes will be given for the best hoedown outfit so come dressed to impressed!
Line dancing will take place from 8-10pm
The hotel bar will be open 4:00-10:00pm
The Holiday Inn Express Lounge will be open to the family the duration of the reunion. Feel free to stop by at any time throughout the weekend.
Day Five & Departure
Monday, June 26, 2023
Check-out
Check-out time is at 11:00a.
*if you require a late check-out time, please contact the hotel to make arrangements. Please note there may be an additional charge for late check-outs.