Finding Free Events in Houston may not be easy, but we’ve done the hard work so you can enjoy the freebies - our up-to-date HOUSTON Free Events TODAY Calendar covers the best free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera), free comedy shows, art exhibitions (museum, galleries), free and cheap party and nightlife activities & things to do right now, today, tonight in Houston.
El Segundo Swim Club, 5180 Avenue L, Houston, TX 77011
Bar 2200, 2200 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77098, USA
University of Houston-Downtown (UHD), 1 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
Studio Eight08, 808 Travis Street #Suite 120, Houston, TX 77002
Social Beer Garden HTX, 3101 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77004
Axelrad Beer Garden, 1517 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004, USA
Besides many free events listed in our Free HOUSTON Events TODAY calendar above, here are some more Free Things to Do in Houston Today & Every Day:
Stroll Through the Gorgeous Mercer Arboretum and Botanical Gardens This beautifully manicured landscape covering nearly 300 acres is free to the public daily. Duck under stone arches while trailing over cobblestone paths leading to sweet-smelling flowers, rest areas with wooden benches, and the largest collection of native and cultivated plants in the Houston area. 22306 Aldine Westfield Road, Humble, TX
See Houston's "Bubbly" Armadillidiidae Sculptures A series of colorful, bubbly "bug" sculptures created by Sharon Engelstein can be found tucked inside Hermann Park. The bright colors and tumbling forms of these structures attract people of all ages looking for something to smile about! 6001 Fannin Street, Houston, TX
See Houston's Friendship Pavilion Located atop the Tudor Family Pine Hill Walk inside McGovern Centennial Gardens, the Friendship Pavilion has been a Houston icon ever since it was installed in 1978. Originally created for the United States Bicentennial, this has come to be a place of reflection in the city. 1500 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX
See Familiar Faces at the Hawkins Sculpture Walk The Hawkins Sculpture Walk features 10 busts of notable figures within a lush, serene sculpture garden. Walk with Simon Bolivar, Robert Burns, Cabeza de Vaca, Ramon Castilla Y Marquesado, Benito Juarez, Jose Marti, Bernardo O'Higgins, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Vicente Rocafuerte, and Jose De San Martin during a charming visit. 1500 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX | https://www.hermannpark.org/poi/127/
See What's Cool at the Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark The Lee and Joe Jamail Skatepark is a 30,000-square-foot in-ground public facility that's home to one of America's largest cradles. This publicly funded skate park is also home to an art section called Skater Alley that shows off colorful aerosol art. 103 Sabine Street, Houston, TX | https://houstonparksboard.org/about/lee-and-joe-jamail-skatepark
Experience the Bayou Big Bubble This fun and free experience is something that all Houston locals know about. The Big Bubble is a fountain/permanent art installation near the Wortham Theater Center that was created by Dean Ruck in 1998. When you press the red button attached to the installation, a bubble forms in the adjacent bayou! 510 Preston Street, Houston, TX
Visit the Houston Police Department Horse Barn Pack some carrots before heading to what might be the coolest free attraction in Houston. Yes, the Houston Police Department keeps its equine facility open to the public. While every visit with the horses is free, donations are encouraged. 5005 Little York Road, Houston, TX | http://www.houstontx.gov/police/mounted/patrol
Explore Buffalo Bayou Park Taking up a 2.3-mile stretch along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou near downtown, this 160-acre urban park is the pulse of Houston. This open space shows off spectacular views of the Houston skyline. It's also an incredible place to have a picnic, play some games, or hear live music. 1800 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX
See the Artistry at Smither Park Houston's Smither Park is an urban green space featuring a large collection of quirky, eclectic mosaic sculptures created by more than 300 local artists over the years. Most of the murals incorporate natural, sustainable elements. Highlights within the park include the Lindley Fish Amphitheater, Shell Plaza and Walkways, Johnson Marble Tower, and the Vinson & Elkins Pavilion. 2441 Munger Street, Houston, TX
Explore the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern A favorite among tourists seeking unconventional attractions in Houston, the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern is a decommissioned water reservoir that was once the city's main source of drinking water. Operating from 1926 through 2007, the cistern holds 15 million gallons of water at capacity. The underground cistern is now open to the public for free tours. 105b Sabine Street Houston, TX | https://buffalobayou.org/visit/destination/the-cistern/
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