Community

Cypress residents will see a familiar waterfront landmark take on a new meaning throughout October as The Boardwalk at Towne Lake lights up in pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The month-long Boardwalk Goes Pink campaign, organized with Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at Cypress, is designed to keep breast cancer awareness, regular screenings and early detection visible in the community.

Each evening during October, The Boardwalk will be illuminated in pink. Visitors can also walk along the waterfront through an educational activation featuring breast cancer facts and resources, creating a simple way for families, neighbors and friends to engage with the message while spending time at one of Cypress' best-known gathering places.

Boardwalk Goes Pink Kickoff Set for Oct. 2

The campaign begins with a special Boardwalk Goes Pink kickoff event on Friday, Oct. 2, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Boardwalk at Towne Lake, 9955 Barker Cypress Road in Cypress. Organizers are encouraging guests to wear pink for the family-friendly evening.

The kickoff is scheduled to include live music from The Pink Friday Project, pink photo opportunities, giveaways from Houston Methodist and pink-themed specials from participating Boardwalk businesses. The event listing also notes that some participating businesses plan samples, discounts, giveaways or donations tied to selected pink items.

Add to Calendar
Boardwalk Goes Pink Kickoff
Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Central Time
The Boardwalk at Towne Lake, 9955 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433

A Month-long Awareness Effort in Cypress

The Oct. 2 event is only the starting point. Caldwell Companies, developer of The Boardwalk at Towne Lake, said the pink lighting and educational activation will continue throughout October as part of the partnership with Houston Methodist. The effort is intended to support people affected by breast cancer while keeping information about awareness and early detection in front of the broader Cypress community.

The campaign does not advertise free screenings or medical care at the event. Instead, the official materials focus on awareness, educational resources and community participation, with local physicians expected to share information during the kickoff.

For residents planning to attend, The Boardwalk's visitor information lists free parking throughout the property. More details about the kickoff and the month-long Boardwalk Goes Pink campaign are available through The Boardwalk at Towne Lake and Caldwell Companies.

My Neighborhood News will continue following community events and local initiatives bringing Cypress residents together throughout the fall.

By Johnny Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

Johnny Krenek has been connected to community news since childhood, growing up alongside the family business his parents founded—Krenek Printing. Today, he serves as Vice President and lead developer for My Neighborhood News, where he drives the digital experience and supports the team across a variety of technical and operational roles. He is passionate about building tools that help connect neighbors and strengthen communities.

Local business spotlight

Grow your business
where trust already lives.

Let’s introduce your business to the neighbors nearby.

Spotlight My Business →

Have a local favorite? Recommend a business