Joey Held
Joey Held is a writer and author and the founder of Fun Fact Friyay. He’s regularly planning travel adventures and encourages exploring new places with curiosity and kindness.
10 can’t-miss San Antonio festivals happening in 2026
| December 12, 2025
2026 | animals | Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | Festivals | food and drink | LIFESTYLE | New Year | outdoor recreation | outdoors | SATX | THINGS TO DO
These San Antonio festivals provide great entertainment. Check out classic cars, support local nonprofits, embrace cultural traditions, and so much more.
I visited Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas experience in Houston—here are the best parts
| December 4, 2025
coca cola classic christmas | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | family friendly | food & drink | HARDGATE | holiday lights | HOLIDAYS | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | ice skating | katy mills | music | santa | THINGS TO DO
Katy Mills is hosting the Houston edition of Classic Christmas, complete with ice skating, slides, ornament-making, Santa visits, and more.
3 DFW mom-and-pop shops that closed this year due to rising costs
| December 3, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DFW | DFW Lead Story | food and drink | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | mom and pop businesses | SMALL BUSINESS | TEXAS
Texas restaurants and bars have been hit hard by rising rents, pricy ingredients, and dwindling attendance. These three mainstays shut down earlier this year.
Where to find the best tamales for your holiday celebrations in DFW
| December 1, 2025
CULTURE | DFW | DFW Lead Story | food & drink | food and drink | HARDGATE | holiday | holiday food | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | tamales
As the weather gets (slightly) chillier and the festive decor goes up on the walls, we’ve got your guide to holiday tamales across Dallas-Fort Worth.
Everything you need to know about the Cowboys Thanksgiving game
| November 12, 2025
Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | dallas cowboys | dallas cowboys thanksgiving game | DFW | ENTERTAINMENT | HARDGATE | HOLIDAYS | LIFESTYLE | SPORTS | TEXAS | thanksgiving | THINGS TO DO
The Cowboys Thanksgiving game is a lovely tradition. Learn about the team’s Turkey Day history, what to expect this year, and the special treat the winners get.
Hungover in Houston? Try these 7 local cures
| November 3, 2025
Whether you’re looking for a savory filling meal or simply want to melt into a puddle at a spa, these hangover remedies will cure what ails ya.