Don't Be Bored: Fun Things Happening In Houston This Weekend

HOUSTON, TX — There’s never a shortage of things to do in the Houston area. In fact, there are choices galore, from concerts and stand-up comedy shows to movies and museums.
You can even find a few festivals and food truck events in parks all over the Greater Houston area.
The best part is that many of these are free, if not downright cheap. Here are a few happening this weekend:

Houston Rockets at Cleveland Cavaliers at the Toyota Center| Friday| Come on out and support the Rockets as the hope to continue their win streak this weekend. You can find the best seats by using TicketNetwork, and use the promo code PATCHTICKETS10 and save 10 percent. TicketNetwork is a Patch Promotional Partner.

Funfetti Fridays on the Ice at Discovery Green| Free| Lace up the blades and hit the ice at Houston’s coolest and trendiest rink.

Second Saturday Settlers at Jesse Jones Park| Saturday, Jan. 12 from 1- 3 p.m.
In this family-friendly event, volunteers and staff bring the heat to Jones Park’s historic Redbud Hill Homestead. As the chilled January air swirls, guests are invited to gather around a crackling fire as re-enactors demonstrate 19th century cast iron cooking techniques and share some tasty bites.

Tomball Farmer’s Market| Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.| Free| It’s run by farmers, local artisans, and craftsmen. It’s free and it’s fun. Lots of samples from area vendors, and it happens rain or shine.

Pawsitive Pups at Levy Park| Sunday 1-2 p.m.| Free| Bring the kids and Fido can help them stay on track with reading through this pawsitively special program offered through the Houston Public Library

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