Check out our update to Free and Cheap Things to Do in Houston This Weekend with picks that include: Using Lemonade for affordable renters and home insurance, offers from free two-week Beachbody Workouts, Discount Glasses, and Discount Contact Lenses, farmers markets, muscle car show and more!
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EVERY DAY FUN
Treat Your Eyes Right This Holiday Season
It’s a new year and no better time to take care of your eyes and maybe even give yourself a new look. Take advantage of our exclusive offers from Discount Contacts and Discount Glasses.
Looking for a new pair of frames? Right now, you can get 25% off eyeglasses with code IAH25 at DiscountGlasses.com! They have hundreds of pairs you can try on virtually from the comfort of your home so you can find the one that’s perfect for you.
More of a contacts user? You also get some special savings this season. Save 20% off for new customers at DiscountContactLenses.com! Be sure to use the code: IAH20 at checkout. If this isn’t your first time purchasing via Discount Contact Lenses, you can also save 15% at DiscountContactLenses.com! Use code: IAH15 at checkout.
Have a Family Movie Night with Disney+
Winter is here and Disney+ offers some great movies and shows for the family. In addition to some holiday classics, Disney+ has some of the top film franchises from Disney Princesses to Marvel Superheroes to Pixar’s best flicks and plenty of other fun things in between. So, have a family movie night this holiday season by trying Disney+!
FRIDAY
Discounted Admission at the Houston Museum of Natural Science
What: The Houston Museum of Natural Science offers a discounted exhibit hall admission. While the discounted tickets are offered Monday through Thursday, the museum is free every Thursday from 2 PM – 5 PM.
Where: Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Drive Houston
When: Monday – Saturdays from 9 AM to 5 PM
How Much: Discounted tickets are $11.50 and are available on most dates
Children’s Story Hour at Hermann Park
What: Each Friday morning, children get together in the Family Garden at Hermann Park for a can’t miss storytelling event. The stories are always different each week, and your kids are sure to love them.
Where: Hermann Park, McGovern Centennial Gardens, 1500 Hermann Drive
When: January 22nd from 10 AM – 11 AM
How Much: Free
Friday Night Lights: Houston Morning Market Company
What: Friday Night Lights features music, food, and drink as well as opportunities to support local artists and vendors. Don’t miss out – the event happens every first and third Friday!
When: Every 1st and 3rd Friday from 5 PM – 9 PM
Where: HotBox Hemp Goods, 803 Quitman St., Houston, TX
How Much: Free to enter
SATURDAY
What: It’s not every day that you get to skate under the lights of downtown Houston! Bring your friends and family to skate at Discovery Green. Safety protocols are in full effect, including increased sanitation and contactless purchases.
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St., Houston, TX
When: Daily at 11 AM
How Much: $15, skates included
All American Throwdown: Muscle Car Show
What: Calling all fans of muscle cars! You won’t want to miss this exhibit at Houston Raceway Park. The day will include a burnout contest, cruise-in and drag racing.
Where: Houston Raceway, 2525 FM 565, Baytown
When: Saturday, January 23rd at 10 AM
How Much: $15 – $25, free for those under twelve
What: Stock up on fresh produce and handcrafted goods in this open-air farmers market. If you’re heading there at lunchtime, no need to worry – food is also there for purchase and on-site consumption.
Where: 234 S Arcola Street, Angleton
When: Rain or Shine on Saturdays from 9 AM – 1 PM
How Much: Free entry, pay as you go
What: This free outdoor market on Ella is open to the public! Enjoy fine crafted goods, handmade art, delicious prepared foods, and more.
When: Saturdays from 9 AM – 12 PM
Where: 2120 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77008
How Much: Free Admission
SUNDAY
What: Enjoy a free virtual family fun day, Including dance performances of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, puzzles, activities, dance lessons, and more.
Where: Virtual Event
When: Online materials will be available from January 17th till January 24th
How Much: Free
Heights Morning Market
What: Each weekend, these local shops in the Heights open up their streets and walkways to local vendors and artisans. Shop local jewelry, handmade art, locally sourced honey, and much more. Bring your own shopping bags and wear a mask!
When: Sundays from 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: 3106 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007
How Much: Free
What: This local farmer’s market is free to attend and easy to shop! Find local produce, ethically-sourced honey, homemade candles, freshly prepared foods, and much more. Admission is always free, bring your mask and shopping bags.
When: Sundays at 11 AM
Where: 500 Baybrook Mall Dr, Friendswood, TX 7754
How Much: Free entry
What are some other things to do in Houston this week? Leave a comment and let us know!
