Happy Wallets

Things to Do in Houston (That Are 100 Percent Free)

End-of-the-month budget blues got you down? You can still have totally free fun at plenty of amazing local spots like the Rothko Chapel and the East End.

02/18/2025 By Claire Anderson, Jessica Lodge, and Daniel Renfrow

Ah, L'amore

Romantic Ideas for the Perfect Date in Houston, Day or Night

Need something to do on Valentine's Day? Or a random Friday night? We're here to help you get started on where to take a date.

01/30/2025 By Meredith Nudo and Emma Balter

Creativity in the Bayou City

Here's Why the Hermann Park Railroad Tunnel Now Looks Like a Comic Book

Yes, Destination Mound Town got rid of the puppets, but the iconic tunnel's been entertaining Houstonians for generations.

02/04/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Kid-Friendly

Back to School Blues: 5 End-of-Summer Treats for Your Kids

Only adults are ready for the summer to end.

08/10/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

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Our Top 5 Most Anticipated Arts Events of 2015

Between the Alley's return to its downtown home to the next chapter of the Ring Cycle, it's shaping up to be a banner year in the arts.

12/23/2014 By Michael Hardy