Valentine's Day in Houston on a budget

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Soneil Kumar/Staff

Looking for something cool to do with your sweetie on Valentine’s Day, but stuck on a budget? Here are some ideas for you to enjoy a romantic evening, courtesy of Houston on the Cheap.

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Eat some free food!
•         If you’re OK with PDA, Ruggles Green is offering a free dessert with a kiss and a daily special purchase. Dine in only. They have locations in the Heights, CityCentre, River Oaks, Sugarland and The Woodlands. Click here to find a location close to you.
•         Grab a free cookie at Fundamentally Toys in Rice Village on Feb. 13 and 14 with no purchase necessary.  They will only be giving away cookies while supplies last. Located at 2401 Rice Blvd.

There are also some cool events!
•         Enjoy the third annual Valentine’s Date Night at Katy’s Willow Fork Drainage District’s Central Green Park. The evening features a performance by Olympian Greek dancers, an ice sculpture demonstration and a free outdoor screening of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." The event begins at 6 p.m. at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd.
•         Take part in Hearts for Art 2016 at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft. Explore the museum and find your favorite artwork. Place a single heart on the floor in front of your favorite art crush. Share it on social media with #heartsforart and #crafthouston, and they will share their favorites! Located at 4848 Main.
•         Experience traditional Chinese celebrations at the Lunar New Year Festival at the Viet Hoa Center and Beltway Plaza from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy Chinese and Vietnamese music, lion dances, Red Envelope ceremony and fireworks. The event takes place at 8388 West Sam Houston Parkway South.
•         Explore one of these museums open with free admission:
o   Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
o   Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
o   Houston Center for Photography
o   Asia Society Texas Center (building and Grand Hall exhibition)
o   The Menil Collection
o   Rice University Art Gallery
o   Rothko Chapel