After you pop your turkey in the oven and before you sit down to feast, catch the 76th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade, complete with floats and performances. (Roberto Galan/Shutterstock)
As the holiday season fast approaches, we all want to save a little bit of money while still getting out of the house and enjoying the nice weather Houston has finally blessed us with. Check out these upcoming free events.
16th Annual iWRITE Book Signing & Literacy Festival
Celebrate young, published authors and illustrators at this festival, and enjoy scavenger hunts, book signings, and photo ops. There will also be free children’s books and a superhero costume contest.
Nov. 1, noon-4 p.m.
Día de los Muertos Parade and Festival
Learn more about the Day of the Dead with live music, a colorful procession parade, delicious treats, and interactive arts and crafts.
Nov. 1, 4-11 p.m.
Perform your civic duty and head out to the polls to cast your vote on 17 statewide propositions, as well as other local elections.
Nov. 4, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
The Galleria’s Holiday Tree Lighting
Get into the holiday spirit at the Galleria as the mall lights their 55 foot long Christmas tree. There will also be ice skating performances to mark the occasion.
Nov. 6, 6-6:45 p.m.
Hosted by the Asia Society Texas Center, explore Houston’s AAPI communities through food, arts, shopping, and activities. Entry is free, but some activities and performances cost $5.
Nov. 7, 6-10 p.m.
Honor our local veterans with food, music, and veteran-owned vendors on Veteran’s Day.
Nov. 11, 2-7 p.m.
BLCK Market: Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses
Falling on the third Saturday of each month, this market offers Black vendors an opportunity to sell their clothing, art, candles, skincare, books, and more, while visitors enjoy live music and on-site food trucks.
Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Are you a small business owner looking to network with other owners? Check out this free expo, where you can network and build connections while enjoying complimentary food and drink, and entering raffles.
Nov. 18, 4-9 p.m.
Tastes & Treasures Pop-Up Artisan Market (Holiday Edition)
Start your holiday shopping early with this festive market. Vendors will be selling handmade gifts, seasonal treats, cozy candles, and festive florals, while celebratory cocktails will be available for purchase.
Nov. 22, 4-8 p.m.
76th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade
After you pop your turkey in the oven and before you sit down to feast, catch this downtown parade, complete with floats and performances.
Nov. 27, 9 a.m.
