Updated: Monday, January 12, 2026
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The best Free and Fun Events in Houston (January 12 – 15) include Inclusive Skating Night at the Ice, ARTECHOUSE presents Fractal Worlds, and more!
Houston never hits pause on the fun, and our Houston picks Jan 12 to 15, 2026, prove it. The city’s weekday calendar is packed with live music, food festivals, art shows, and unique local happenings that turn ordinary days into something special.
Explore what I think are the best events lighting up Houston this week, and keep your evenings buzzing with excitement long before the weekend arrives.
Houston has no shortage of fun during the week—and if you’re planning, don’t miss our roundup of can’t-miss Houston events this weekend to keep the momentum going.
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Events in Houston this Monday (January 12)
Come Together in Color at Color Factory
Come Together in Color at Color Factory’s limited-time Confetti Experience, which surrounds you with a larger-than-life burst of color that helps you create standout memories as you move through each space. Every room builds on the last, giving you and the people you care about a chance to enjoy the joy of color together. I know, how fun is this?
When: Monday, January 12, 2026
Where: Color Factory Houston, 3303 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098
How Much: Starts at $29
Doormat Painting Experience
Unleash your creativity at the Doormat Painting Experience, a lively 90-minute class where you design and paint your own custom doormat. You’ll work with playful stencils, vibrant colors, and your personal style while creating a piece that feels yours completely.
All supplies and hands-on guidance are provided.
When: Monday, January 12, 2026 | 5 pm
Where: Studio 786, 7636 Harwin Dr. STE 308, Houston, TX 77036
How Much: $65
UV Lights Paint Experience
Step into a glowing wonderland at the UV Lights Paint Experience, a two-hour creative session where vibrant UV-reactive paints shine under blacklight. Unleash your imagination as colors glow and come alive in a high-energy, neon-lit setting as you create your own glowing masterpiece.
When: Monday, January 12, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Where: Studio 786, 7636 Harwin Dr. STE 308, Houston, TX 77036
How Much: $48
Houston Events this Tuesday (13th of January)
Inclusive Skating Night on the Ice at Discovery Green
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Enjoy Inclusive Skating Night on the Ice at Discovery Green, a dedicated session created for skaters with physical or developmental disabilities to take part in the rink experience.
When: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 5 pm – 8 pm
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: $18
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Be Our Guest at Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 30th Anniversary production, a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love. Experience this timeless story brought to life with spectacular new sets, dazzling costumes, and the Oscar®-winning, Tony Award®-nominated score featuring beloved songs like “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.”
This new production also reunites members of the original Tony Award®-winning creative team, including composer Alan Menken, lyricist Tim Rice, book writer Linda Woolverton, and director and choreographer Matt West.
When: Tuesday, January 13 – 18, 2026
Where: Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Starts at $48
Wednesday Events in Houston – January 14th
Wine Down Wednesdays on the Ice at Discovery Green
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Make midweek skating even better at Wine Down Wednesdays at Ice at Discovery Green. You and a friend can hit the rink with two skating tickets for $26.
After skating, keep the night going by showing your wristband at The Grove Market and Provisions to enjoy a discounted glass or bottle of wine. It’s the perfect way to skate, sip, and unwind.
When: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 5 pm – 10 pm
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: $18
ARTECHOUSE presents Fractal Worlds
Step into Fractal Worlds at ARTECHOUSE as the exhibition enters its final weeks. You’ll be surrounded by endlessly unfolding landscapes of light, color, and motion by Julius Horsthuis, where each environment feels alive, infinite, and constantly shifting.
Every turn invites curiosity, play, and a sense of awe within this cutting-edge experience.
When: Wednesday, January 14 – March 1, 2026 | 12 pm – 8 pm
Where: ARTECHOUSE, 600 W 6th St, Houston, TX 77007
How Much: Starts at $17
Thursday Events in Houston – January 15th
Ishida Dance Company: Rara avis
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Experience Rara avis with Houston’s own Ishida Dance Company at Asia Society Texas Center. Follow the story of a singer grappling with imposter syndrome as she returns to the stage after a hiatus.
The evening also features Mutual Comfort by world-renowned Romanian choreographer Edward Clug alongside a new dance theater work by award-winning Finnish choreographer Kristian Lever.
When: Thursday, January 15 – 18, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Starts at $25
Gnocchi With Chef Will – Cooking Class by Classpop!
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Learn how to make fluffy, homemade gnocchi with a rich shrimp sauce in this hands-on cooking class at Axelrad with Chef Will. Turn simple, affordable ingredients like potatoes, flour, and eggs into light, delicate gnocchi with the perfect texture.
When: Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: Axelrad Beer Garden, 1517 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Starts at $55
Ravioli Making Class
Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch and transform it into classic cheese-filled ravioli served with a traditional tomato sauce. You’ll follow a chef instructor step by step in this hands-on class designed to keep the process fun, approachable, and engaging, with no prior experience needed.
All ingredients and equipment are provided, and you’ll work in shared groups throughout the session. This class is for adults 18 and up, and guests 21+ may bring beer, wine, or champagne to enjoy while cooking.
When: Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Lyric Market, 411 Smith St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Starts at $59
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