SASHAY THIS WAY You may want to start your week with some healthy competition — and a little flourish. At Roxy’s Arcade in Cambridge, they kick off Mondays with “I’m Right” Drag Trivia hosted by performer Missy Steak . The speakeasy-esque cocktail and gaming bar’s long-standing weekly challenge invites attendees to test their knowledge of their queer history and icons and geek culture. Between rounds, expect drag performances by a rotating roster of queens and performers, or take a break with a round of Skee-ball or Ms. Pac-Man. Jan. 27, sign-ups start at 7:30, trivia 8-10 p.m. 292 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. roxysarcade.com
As we teeter toward the end of January and our monthly budget falls to single digits, the need for low-cost events and activities becomes critical. Thankfully, Boston has tons to offer for a low ticket price from movies on the big screen, to dancing to heat things up, to a throwback to simpler times with disco roller skating. Here’s what to do this week in Boston at a Bargain.
ALL IN THE KNEES Find your rhythm with bachata, a type of social dance with roots in the Dominican Republic, at Castle Island Brewing Co. in South Boston. Expect a playlist featuring tracks by Latin music artists likeJuan Luis Guerra and Romeo Santos at this free dance night. Jan. 29, 7-10 p.m. 10 Old Colony Ave. castleislandbeer.com
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Visitors at the Harvard Natural History Museum in the Earth & Planetary Sciences gallery. Julieta Sarmiento/EJSP Visual
SCIENCE RULES Break free from a cold snap with the Harvard Museum of Natural History’s ArtsThursdays: Winter Glow event, where curious minds can visit the space during a free night of crafts, exhibits, and performances. On display will be “Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination,” which explores the fantastical ocean creatures and “The Blaschkas at the Microscope: Lesson in Botany,” that showcases the work of Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka, known for their artistic glass reproductions of plants and fungi. A hands-on Lunar New Year-inspired craft session with Zhonghe (Elena) Li, a Cambridge-based artist, will be open for all who attend as well as a performance by the musical advocacy group Eureka Ensemble. Jan. 30, 5-9 p.m. 26 Oxford St., Cambridge. hmsc.harvard.edu
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RUN WILD For those sticking to their New Year’s fitness resolutions, there are plenty of ways to get active without the expense of a running club or membership. To keep the community moving, Marathon Sports has organized a Winter Warrior Challenge in partnership with comedian and running influencer Laura Green (@lauramcgreen) and ASICS, the sportswear brand. To make things interesting, attendees are tasked with attempting to hunt down a Yeti. Tip: It’s the runner who’s giant, white, hairy, and wearing bright orange shorts. Registration via eventbrite required. Jan. 29, 6 p.m. 1654 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge.
SWEET SING-ALONG Singer and music teacher Jeff Jam will be performing children’s songs at the Boston Public Market; a way for kids to decompress on the weekends while adults get their farmers’ market on. Jam is a Massachusetts-based performer and hosts the catchy, sing-along-able, weekly showcase with his acoustic guitar. Feb. 2, 10:15 a.m. The Nook, Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St. bostonpublicmarket.org
Families attend a Jeff Jam concert at the Boston Public Market. Boston Public Market
GET GROOVY As much as we all may try to fight it, disco is not dead yet. Celebrating the funky ’70s genre is MassArt Boston’s production organization, Eventworks. The student-led group will host House of Spin, a roller skating party where disco lovers can listen to their favorite tunes as they attempt to maintain their balance. Skate rentals will be available for free — that is, unless you want to BYOW, bring your own wheels. Jan. 31, 8-11 p.m. MassArt Pozen Center, 10 Tetlow St. instagram.com/eventworkssim
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MOVIE MAGIC It’s far too cold to stargaze, but the Museum of Science’s Omni Theaters is offering discounted tickets to those who want to look to the skies. Their five-story domed theater screens dynamic IMAX and enhanced films like “Cities of the Future,” which explores real-life innovations-in-development, including flying vehicles. Check the museum’s website for times and prices. $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $8 for kids. Museum of Science, 1 Science Parkk. mos.org
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Marianna Orozco can be reached at marianna.orozco@globe.com.