It’s the first week of January and you know what that means — it’s Free Week.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Free Week is a winter music festival featuring dozens of (mostly) local artists across 10 downtown venues, all for $0. You read that right, it’s free.
This year’s festival takes place from Thursday, Jan. 5-Saturday, Jan. 7. Here are a few recommendations to get you started.
Friday, Jan. 6
Chief Cleopatra | Stubb’s Bar-B-Q | Catch this dreamy singer headlining the show with songs from her newest EP, “Luna.”
Also try: Blue Tongue and Midnight Snack
Como Las Movies | Cheer Up Charlie’s | Groove to some funky songs in Spanish at this outside venue.
Also try: SKATELAND, RedBud, 10pmtoclose
Saturday, Jan. 7
Foxtales | Empire Control Room | This ethereal local pop band is easy listening.
Also try: Prixmo and The Selfless Lovers
The Tiarras | Flamingo Cantina | This trio dazzles with powerful vocals and subject material alike.
Also try: El Tule and Los Kurados
Can’t make it? You’ll still have the chance to catch some tunes at Red River Cultural District’s other free festival, Hot Summer Nights.