Archive for Festivals

Free Houston Weekend Fun March 19-21

PLANNING your weekend fun yet?  Here are a few things to do for free this weekend in Houston. (Leave a comment below to let me know if you like seeing the Free Weekend Fun on Thursdays instead of Fridays.  Just trying to meet your needs!)
Catch a movie under the stars — Enjoy a free [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Thursday, March 18th, 2010

St. Patrick’s Day Fun at Lucky’s Pub, 6am

IT’S Houston’s largest — and possibly the longest– St. Patrick’s Day block party at Lucky’s Pub in downtown Houston.  The festivities kick off at 6 a.m. March 17 with breakfast, including Lucky Charms, till 10 a.m.  Bars open at 7 a.m. for those starting their green drinks early in the day!  The block party features [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, March 15th, 2010

Jewish Film Festival: Buy 2 Tickets, Get 1 Free

TODAY kicks off the Houston Jewish Film Festival through March 21.  This collaborative event with the Museum of Fine Arts and Houston Holocaust Museum features a variety of current documentaries, features, and short movies with Jewish content or themes.  Titles include films such as The Jews of New York, The Case of Israel, and Waves [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Free Houston Weekend Fun March 5-7

IT’S Friday once again!  Time to plan your weekend fun.  Here is a snapshot of free things to do this weekend in Houston with family and friends:
Craft with metal — Hands-On Houston is back this weekend at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft as part of its first Saturday craft series.  This month features a [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Friday, March 5th, 2010

Half-Price Tickets to SpringFest Wine Festival

THE WARMER weather is just in time for the 12th annual SpringFest Art and Wine Festival, March 6-7 in Old Town Spring.  One of the largest wine tastings and exhibitions in the Houston area, you don’t want to miss the fun.
The festival is free, but wine tastings are $20 in advance or $25 at the [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Free Houston Weekend Fun February 12-14

WE HAVE ANOTHER weekend ahead…  What are your plans?  Here is a snapshot of a few free activities and events to entertain you this weekend.
Build, build, build — Lowe’s sponsors its kid-oriented Build and Grow clinics twice a month.  This Saturday, February 13, at 10 a.m., kids can build a wooden jewelry organizer. Find Lowe’s [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Friday, February 12th, 2010

Get Free Ticket to H.E.B. Healthy Baby Expo with $20 Baby Purchase at H.E.B.

HERE’S A WAY to attend the H.E.B. Healthy Baby and Child Expo this weekend for free!  Customers who purchase $20 in baby items at H.E.B. will receive a free ticket to the Expo.  This family-friendly Houston event, January 30-31 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, features seminars by national family experts such as Dr. Alan Greene [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Midnight Release Party for “This Is It” at Pearland Blockbuster January 25

BE THE FIRST to rent or own Michael Jackson’s “This Is It” at the Midnight DVD Release party January 25 at the Pearland Blockbuster.  The event features trivia contests, Michael Jackson Look-a-Like contest, and the chance to win Blockbuster prizes.  The free event kicks off at 10 p.m. and follows with the midnight DVD release.  The [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Monday, January 25th, 2010

Texas Tequila Throw Down January 23 with Donations to Star of Hope

WHAT A GREAT way to support Texas business and help those in need… The Texas Tequila Throw Down puts 10 Texas-based tequila companies head-to-head.  Come sample and vote for your favorite Saturday, January 23, from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.  Donate a coat or blanket for Star of Hope to participate in the free tequila [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Thursday, January 21st, 2010

Haiti Benefit Concert at Warehouse Live 1/22

MANY FOLKS are coming together to help Haiti during its time of need.  Locally, you can attend a Haiti Benefit Concert tomorrow night, January 22, beginning at 6 p.m.  The free event at Warehouse Live features live bands, DJs, and art by Skeez and TKNY.  The music list includes The FactoryParty, The Failed Attempt, Shark Attack, and Versecity along [...]

Posted by: Vicki Powers on Thursday, January 21st, 2010