Black History Month Events and Experiences in San Antonio

Each February, San Antonio invites you to experience Black History Month in ways that are thoughtful, creative, and deeply rooted in place. San Antonio would not be the city it is today without our Black heritage. 

While Black history and culture are celebrated year-round, February offers a special opportunity to explore these stories in greater depth.

Connect through art exhibitions, film screenings, guided tours, live performances, and conversations that honor the past while spotlighting the voices shaping the present. It’s a meaningful way to travel with purpose, learn something new, and see San Antonio through a richer, more personal lens.

Here are some meaningful ways to celebrate Black History Month in San Antonio.

Maverick Pascal & Tyson Davis Exhibits at The Carver Gallery

When: Maverick Pascal: January 8 – February 13, 2026 | Tyson Davis: February 19 – March 27, 2026
Where: Carver Community Cultural Center

Two consecutive exhibitions at the Little Carver Gallery spotlight contemporary Black artists exploring identity, place, and transformation.

On view January 8 through February 13, 2026, Maverick Pascal’s Expansion of Home uses layered abstraction, metallic acrylics, and repeating forms to reflect on belonging, mental health, and how our sense of “home” evolves.

From February 19 through March 27, 2026, the gallery shifts to the work of Tyson Davis, whose bold practice, rooted in large-scale public murals, focuses on transforming spaces through art. Together, these exhibitions offer a thoughtful look at personal and community expression through modern visual storytelling

Black History Film Series: "MLK/FBI"

When: February 6, 2026
Where:  Carver Community Cultural Center

Catch February's installment of the San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM) Black History Film Series featuring "MLK/FBI."

This powerful documentary examines newly declassified FBI files to explore how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was monitored and targeted during the height of the Civil Rights Movement.

Following the screening, a panel of local historians and community voices reflects on Dr. King’s legacy and the ongoing struggle for civil rights, with a focus on its impact in San Antonio. Directed by Sam Pollard, MLK/FBI offers a compelling opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage in important conversations during Black History Month.

This event is free, but registration is required. 

SAAACAM Green Book Civil Rights Bus Tour

When: February 14, 2026
Where:  San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM) 

Discover a lesser-known chapter of San Antonio’s history on this guided bus tour highlighting more than 80 local sites once listed in the Negro Motorist Green Book.

The 2.5-hour journey explores historic East Side neighborhoods and key locations connected to African American entrepreneurship, resilience, and community, with stops spanning from downtown to SAAACAM’s exhibit space.

This meaningful experience offers a deeper understanding of how Black travelers navigated and shaped San Antonio, and why these stories still matter today. Advance registration is required.

The String Queens

When: February 20, 2026
Where: Jo Long Theatre

Known for their powerful blend of classical mastery and contemporary flair, The String Queens deliver a high-energy performance that spans centuries and genres.

The Washington, D.C.–based trio reimagines music from the Baroque era to today’s chart-toppers, with joyful, genre-bending arrangements of songs by artists like The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, and more. 

Black History Art Market

When: February 21, 2026
Where: La Villita

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Black History Month with this vibrant, family-friendly arts market curated by SAAACAM.

Held in the historic La Villita Arts Village, the event highlights contemporary Black artists from Southwest Texas while honoring the ancestors and movements that shaped today’s cultural landscape.

Explore current SAAACAM exhibitions, browse vendor booths, enjoy music, and take home one-of-a-kind artworks and keepsakes.

Tre Floyds - Black Girl Therapy 2

When: February 22, 2026
Where: Jo Long Theatre

This powerful theatrical experience brings six Black women together in a group therapy session where honesty, vulnerability, and self-discovery take center stage.

As each woman confronts her past and defines her number, the story unfolds into an emotional exploration of identity, resilience, and the moments that shape who we become.

Thought-provoking and deeply human, this performance invites audiences to reflect, connect, and consider where their own breaking point might lie.

Black Restaurant Week San Antonio

When: February 22 - March 1, 2026
Where: Participating restaurants throughout San Antonio

Black Restaurant Week San Antonio is a celebration of Black-owned restaurants, food trucks, and culinary professionals all over the Alamo City.

Enjoy great food and wine tasting from Jamaican, Nigerian, Soul Food, BBQ, burgers, and more!

Black History River Tour

When: February 28, 2026
Where: San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM) 

Experience San Antonio’s Black history from a new perspective on this guided River Walk boat tour.

The 100-minute cruise traces African American influence and contributions along the river, traveling from La Villita north to the Museum Reach and Pearl District, then back through downtown landmarks near the Alamo and Convention Center.

Beginning at SAAACAM’s exhibit space, this seated tour offers meaningful storytelling and deeper insight into how Black history is woven into San Antonio’s past and present.

New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations

When: On view February 28, 2026 – July 05, 2026
Where: San Antonio Museum of Art

This groundbreaking exhibition showcases contemporary masquerade art by four artists working across West Africa, offering a fresh perspective on a powerful living tradition.

Through richly detailed masquerade ensembles and an immersive video experience, visitors explore how masquerades honor family, support creative livelihoods, and evolve through modern technology. 

San Antonio Black History Tours

When: View Schedule Here
Where: Throughout San Antonio

Virtual, by foot, or by bus. San Antonio Black History Tours guide visitors through historic neighborhoods, cultural landmarks, and pivotal events, offering insight into the lasting impact of the Black community on San Antonio's growth and identity.