Archive for Festivals
Free Houston Weekend Fun May 21-23
TIME TO make those weekend plans again. As usual, Houston has lots of fun options to enjoy with family and friends. Here is a snapshot of a few free activities and events in Houston this weekend: Go fly a kite — Enjoy a family-friendly Kite Festival Saturday, May 22, from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. [...]
Save $5 with Advance Tickets to Italian Expo
HOW WOULD you like to experience all facets of Italy without stepping on a plane? This weekend is the return of the Italian Expo, May 21-23, at George R. Brown Convention Center. This family-friendly event is geared to kids and adults alike. Adults will experience authentic Italy through fashion, food, wine, art, entertainment, shopping for [...]
Discount Tickets to Flavors Festival May 29
Nibble on some of Houston’s finest food samples at the Flavors Festival held May 29, 2010, at Discovery Green. It’s a win-win partnership as Houstonians enjoy chef demonstrations, live music, eating competitions, food samples galore, and more… In return, the Houston Food Bank benefits from the ticket sales. This annual event promotes the culinary diversity [...]
Pasadena Strawberry Festival May 14-16
For nearly 40 years, the Strawberry Festival has been a major community event in Pasadena. Don’t miss the fun this weekend with three days of activities, entertainment, and attractions for the whole family — World’s Largest Strawberry Shortcake, carnival, BBQ cook off, arts and crafts, specialty acts, and live entertainment. All proceeds benefit scholarships and [...]
“Rock the Dock” Concert Thursdays in Kemah
With summer quickly approaching, that means Kemah’s “Rock the Dock” music series is in full force every Thursday through the end of August. Free concerts are held on the Plaza from 6:30 p.m. -10:15 p.m. each week. The 12th annual festival features a variety of musical entertainment from the best local and regional bands. Saturday, [...]
Free Movie Night at Woodlands Waterway Square Kicks Off May 15
For the next few Saturdays, make plans to enjoy a free outdoor movie at The Woodlands Waterway Square. This new entertainment series features family-friendly movies each Saturday evening at 8 p.m. through June 12. Here’s the line up at a glance: May 15 — Up! May 22 — Ratatouille May 29 — Freaky Friday June [...]
Free Financial Festival May 1 for Kids, Adults
MAKE PLANS to attend the Free Financial Festival this Saturday, May 1, at the Houston Public Library’s Central location downtown. The full-day financial event will offer tips and advice for the whole family from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adults will benefit from the seminars and information booths offering financial services and advice. Kids and [...]
What’s On Your Plate?: Whole Food’s Film Series April 29 Benefitting Houston Arboretum
IT’S THE final week of Whole Food Market’s Let’s Retake Our Plates Film series featuring films about food supply and the folks who are making changes one bite at a time. “What’s On Your Plate?” is the feature film this Thursday, April 29, with 100 percent of the $8 tickets benefiting the Houston Arboretum. Children [...]
Free Houston Weekend Fun April 23-25
Lots of Earth Day festivities are continuing right through the weekend, as well as other outdoor events. Here is a sampling of fun, free activities to do with family and friends: Quote Shakespeare — Long to hear a British accent? Shakespeare in the Park features the University of Houston School of Theater and Dance performing [...]
Houston Earth Day 2010 Activities: Children’s Museum, Miller Outdoor, Med Center, U of H & More
MAKING plans to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day this Thursday, April 22? Here are a few Houston-area events that you can consider adding to your calendar: Earth Day Jazz in the Park kicks off the extensive Earth Day weekend activities this year. This free event kicks off Thursday, April 22, 6 p.m. celebrating [...]
