Artsy freebies everywhere this weekend in Houston!

Lace up your running shoes. The annual RodeoRun kicks off the Livestock Show and Rodeo parade.

Super Bowl parties in Houston and a faux Mardi Gras in Galveston. So much to do – so little time.

Wednesday nights in Houston are almost always interesting. I’ve never really known why this is the case, but something weird always happens on Wednesdays. Take this past Wednesday for example: I went out to Guava Lamp and had a few drinks with some friends. Nothing big. Then, around 12:30am, I decided to go home. As I was leaving the bar, I ran into Nikki Snelson, and the following exchange ensued:

Tequila sampling and samplings from Tuna, Texas. Oh boy!

Things to do around Houston that are not the marathon!

A few things to do tonight for New Year’s Eve!

From faux Oscars to the Nutcracker. Houston offers amateur critics plenty to see.

I don’t know about you, but I’m on a budget! These are tough economic times and cutbacks have become the norm. For example: I had to get rid of my Cheesecake of the Month membership. Yes, it’s that bad! So while I clip coupons and take oversize handbags to smuggle excess General Tso’s chicken out of my local Chinese buffet, I always keep an eye out for free (but massively entertaining) events. This weekend is teeming with free. From drag superstars to garbage-turned-art, you’ll have plenty to keep your mind off your overdue light bill.

From Jewel to songs about your junk, this is a crazy weekend in Houston.