Archive for Cheap Summer

Bowl Free at Lucky Strike Lanes — And More

Stay cool this summer with cheap and free indoor fun! Don’t miss your chance to check out the new downtown bowling center, Lucky Strike Lanes, at Houston Pavilions. Print this coupon to bowl one game free — shoes included.  You’ve got lots of time to use this coupon before it expires December 31, 2010.  One [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

“Kid Krazy Mondays” at Kemah Boardwalk

Mondays in July and August are the discount days for Kemah Boardwalk through August 16.  The “Kid Krazy Mondays” cheap deals include half-price All Day All Ride Pass, $1.99 kid’s meal, and a $5 Beast ticket. Kemah Boardwalk in Kemah features an amusement park, carousel, games, and exhibits.  The Beast is an open deck speedboat [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Houston Shakespeare Festival July 30-August 8

Free Shakespeare in the park continues this summer at Miller Outdoor Theatre…  This year’s performances feature A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Much Ado About Nothing by the Houston Shakespeare Festival in its 36th season.  These classic Shakespeare plays will delight audiences young and old.  It’s a great way to introduce your family to Shakespeare! A [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

“Hot on Yelp” Launch Party July 20

This event is now full… What could be better than an evening of food, musical entertainment, and mini-spa services?  Don’t miss the “Hot on Yelp” Launch Party this Tuesday, 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.  Indulge in complimentary beverages from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, light bites by La Colombe d’Or’s newly redesigned restaurant, and mini-spa services by [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Sunday, July 18th, 2010

Free TUTS Summer Musical: Little Shop of Horrors Debuts July 13 at Miller Outdoor Theatre

For more than 40 years, Houstonians have experienced a free outdoor summer musical sponsored by Theater Under the Stars.  And this summer is no different!  This year’s performance features Little Shop of Horrors, a popular rock musical with off-the-wall humor and sweet ballads, from July 13 through 18. Houston’s own Deborah Duncan, host of KHOU’s [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

July 4th Celebrations In & Around Houston 2010

FOURTH OF JULY in Houston always means hot weather — and lots of events to choose from to celebrate Independence Day!  Here are a few annual favorites… Freedom over Texas is the city’s official July 4 celebration at Eleanor Tinsley Park from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.  The evening features live music by Pat Green, [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Cheap Summer: Kids Bowl Free at 300 Houston

Bowling is a great indoor summer activity in Houston — and even better when it’s free!  Sign up for the 2010 Kids’ Club Card at 300 Houston bowling center and your child can enjoy one free game and shoe rental every day through September 7.  Kids must be 12 years and younger for this deal [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, June 14th, 2010

Cheap Summer: Free Activities, Family Workshops at Bass Pro Shops

Once again, Bass Pro Shops is an excellent venue to entertain your kids this summer without spending any money.  With free activities for kids all weekend (plus Tuesday and Thursday) and workshops for adults, there’s something for everyone! Family Summer Camp lasts through July 11 with free activities every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Saturday, June 12th, 2010

Cheap Summer: Free Disney Children’s Musical at Miller Outdoor Theatre June 9-11

Round up the kids for some free fun at Miller Outdoor Theatre this week.  Catch Disney’s My Son Pinnochio Jr. June 9-11 at 11 a.m. each morning.  Children from Theater Under the Stars’ Humphrey School of Musical Theatre are performing this musical featuring a mix of heartwarming fairytale and action-packed adventure.  Miller Outdoor Theatre is [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, June 7th, 2010

More Summer Movie Series for Free/$1

I can’t believe I forgot two Houston movie theaters showing free or $1 movies on my list yesterday.  Just FYI, I added AMC Theaters and Santikos Theatres (Silverado 19 IMAX) to the comprehensive post.  Here is my complete list.  Just more opportunities to entertain your kids for free or cheap this summer!

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Thursday, June 3rd, 2010