The 23rd annual Art Car Parade! Watch as over 250 motoriffic wheeled mobile masterpieces turn concrete into a colorful canvas that celebrates the artist in everyone! FREE!

The greatest Art Car Parade on Earth rolls at 1 p.m. (but get there early for a good viewing spot) on Allen Parkway between Taft and Downtown, first it travels east then turns around at Bagby, and travels west. Expect a HOT day, so bring a hat, a folding chair, water, and find some shade. I sit under the 45 over pass. The cars start lining up at 9 a.m. Come early and get a preview that's up close and personal. Vendors and refreshments on site.

FREE EVENTS:

SATURDAY: After the Parade: "Art Car Fun Zone" at Sam Houston Park. Parade-goers will find activities aplenty: sand castle creations, arts and crafts, Art Car painting, food, drinks.

SUNDAY: Art Car Artists Awards Ceremony & Brunch: Sunday, May 9, 11am-2pm; The last blast of the weekend takes place on Sunday afternoon, this year at the Continental Club, 3700 Main Street. This event is free and open to the public.