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Survival: The Exhibition
Adventure, fun, and science collide at Survival: The Exhibition. Survival: The Exhibition invites you on an exhilarating, heart-pumping, and daring journey of bravery and brains. Experience the thrill of exploration, gain an appreciation for the wonders of nature, and prepare for the unexpected—all within an interactive, informative, and safe space. Survival: The Exhibition transports guests of all ages to the world’s most breathtaking scenery and awe-inspiring locales asking them the question: how can humans survive here? From the rainforest to…
Wild Australia at San Antonio Zoo
Have a summer down under during Wild Australia at San Antonio Zoo. Learn all about Australia and the animals that call it home. See koalas, take a stroll through the Australian Aviary, and hop on over to see kangaroos up close in the all-new Roo Walkabout. Australia is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world and the zoo is bringing that to San Antonio. It’s also known for its plethora of delicious snacks! Wild Australia is May 25…
Going Places
Fly—don’t walk—through The DoSeum’s summer exhibition, Going Places, where kids can explore how we drive, float, glide, and zoom! This STEM experience will immerse visitors into the science of getting around over land, sea, air and space.
Andy Warhol: Portraits & Transamerica/n: Gender, Identity, Appearance Today
This summer, the McNay Art Museum presents two innovative and inclusive exhibitions—Andy Warhol: Portraits and Transamerica/n: Gender, Identity, Appearance Today—from June 20 to September 15, 2019. Andy Warhol: Portraits features over 120 paintings, prints, photographs, films, and videos that depict the artist’s favorite genre. The exhibition presents a vibrant snapshot of New York’s art and social scene from the 1960s through the 1980s with portraits of Warhol’s inner circle; among them Joan Collins, Debbie Harry, Dennis Hopper, Mick Jagger, Robert…
Men of Steel, Women of Wonder
The San Antonio Museum of Art will present the special exhibition Men of Steel, Women of Wonder (MOSWOW) on June 21. Organized by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the exhibition examines the art world’s response to Wonder Woman and Superman, ranging from their Depression-era origins to today’s Contemporary interpretations. MOSWOW features more than seventy works including paintings, photographs, installations, and videos and will be on view in the Cowden Gallery until September 1, 2019. "The exhibition examines the way…
UPCOMING EVENTS
Alamo BBQ Co. FREE Summer Music Series
Spend summer nights on the patio with Alamo BBQ Co.’s Summer Music Series! Featuring free live music from 6 – 9 PM every Saturday and select Friday nights. Bring the kids to the giant play yard on the dog friendly patio for a fun family-filled evening. Enjoy a glass of signature Frose while everyone feasts on Class Texas Pit Smoked barbecue. Full line-up* available on Facebook event. *Artist line-up subject to change. Concert dependent upon weather.
The Magicians Agency Theatre presents: The Magic and Illusion of Scott Pepper
The Magic and Illusion of Scott Pepper Scott Pepper has been a Magician for over 25 years.He started his career at just 10 years old when he won first place in a talent competition and since then he hasn’t looked back. Scott has performed all over the world from Theaters to cruise ships to 10,000 seat arenas to the world famous magic castle in Hollywood. He was recently featured on the CW network’s hit show Masters of Illusion where he…
San Japan XII
San Japan XII: Sports! is happening on August 30th - September 1st, 2019, during Labor Day Weekend 2019. With over 18,500 attendees in our 11th year, San Japan is the largest fan-run anime convention in San Antonio and South Texas. We bring 3-days of Japanese anime, culture, costume, gaming events, and other fan-run events to downtown San Antonio for a fun-packed event all on the center of the majestic Riverwalk. This event will take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez…
David Rogers’ Big Bugs Opening Weekend
They’re big, really big. David Rogers’ Big Bugs stand as tall as 25 feet and have wingspans up to 17 feet wide, and they will be on display from Saturday, Aug. 31, through Sunday, Dec. 8., at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. The exhibition educates the public about the importance of preservation and conservation on the planet by introducing them to the world of insects, the role they play in the plant world, and their interconnectedness to our lives. The…
San Antonio VegFest 2019 Vegan Food Festival
V.I.D.A (Vegan Initiative Dynamic Association) is proud to present the 1st ever San Antonio VegFest 2019 taking place at Dignowity/Lockwood Park Saturday, August 31st from 10 AM-8 PM through September 1st 10 AM-6 PM. San Antonio VegFest seeks to inspire people to reduce environmental pollution and animal suffering, caused by factory farming, by choosing to live a plant-based lifestyle. We will feature nationally recognized speakers, informative exhibitors, cooking demos, live musical performances, a large variety of vegan food vendors, exclusive festival…
UTSA vs. Incarnate Word
Watch the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners take on the Incarnate Word Cardinals at the Alamodome!
Saturday Night Rodeo at Tejas Rodeo Company
Saturday Night Rodeo March-November 2019 - The family-friendly rodeo and live music series starts the first weekend in March and continues each Saturday through the last weekend in November. Doors open at 5:00pm and Rodeo starts at 7:30pm. Following the rodeo, enjoy live music and dancing until 1am. Enjoy beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks throughout the rodeo grounds and delicious Texas BBQ, tacos, steak, burgers, and more! Admission: Adults - $15.00, Children ages 6-12 - $7.00, Children 5 and…
La Imagen de San Antonio
La Imagen de San Antonio showcases the zest and spice of San Antonio through its diverse presentation of song and dance from Mexico and Spain, as well as a variety of Latin styles and popular music from the US. Featured within our performance is a show that are a culmination of talented singers and dancers with appearances by La Mya and Alma Gitana flamenco dance troupe as well as mesmerizing ballet folklorico and latin & variety dancers sure to entrance…
2019 World Heritage Festival
Join the City of San Antonio World Heritage Office and its many partners for the 4th Annual World Heritage Festival, September 4-8, 2019! The World Heritage Festival is an annual collaborative event to celebrate and promote our San Antonio Missions, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and raise funds to preserve, promote, and connect. The 2019 Festival includes: Wednesday, September 4 – Press Conference at 10 a.m. – U.S. Mint Coin Forum at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 5 – America the…
Frontier Justice: A Special First Saturday Event
Join us, September 7, for Frontier Justice, a special First Saturday event at the Alamo! From the Flying Company of Alamo de Parras to the Texas Rangers, travel back in time and explore the weapons and men who helped to keep law and order on the Texas Frontier in 17-1800s Texas.
Outdoor Film Series: Dumbo
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film Dumbo (PG) on the original jumbo screen.
Puerto Rican Family Fun Day
The UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures has enlisted the Puerto Rican Heritage Society for September’s Free Second Sunday programming. Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2019, the group has planned a day of activities including Puerto Rican music and dance, gaming, art exhibition, field day challenges, children’s crafts and more. The day’s activities include a photo booth featuring Puerto Rican-themed props, “mundillo” bobbin lace displays, dominoes, music from DJ Julio Navarro and his dancing robots, the Tambores del Pueblo musical ensemble…
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Regency Jazz
Sunday Jazz is back in full swing for its 15th season! Join us at the Witte Museum campus and relax under the pecan trees in the Will Smith Amphitheater and enjoy the sounds of the San Antonio Jazz. All performances are 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Sunday Jazz at the Witte is presented by Dr. Bob and Stephanie Girling. Blankets and lawn chairs welcome. In case of rain, the concert moves indoors to…
Mexican National Team vs. Argentina
MEXICAN NATIONAL TEAM U.S. TOUR RETURNS TO SAN ANTONIO FOR SEPTEMBER 10 GAME AGAINST ARGENTINA AT ALAMODOME. The Alamodome will once again welcome the annual Mexican National Team U.S. Tour. The Federación Mexicana de Fútbol (FMF), Soccer United Marketing (SUM), the City of San Antonio and San Antonio Sports have announced that the popular Mexican National Team will play on Tuesday, September 10, in the Alamo City against Argentina. The fifth MexTour match of 2019 is presented by Nissan.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas Fright Fest
Prepare yourself for the biggeset, scariest, and more terrifying Fright Fest ever in the 26 years of Six Flags Fiesta Texas. There's no escaping the Frights By Night when the monsters come out to play and you have nowhere to hide. Fright Fest includes themed scare zones bound to make you scream in addition to haunted houses, but that's not all; enjoy your favorite coasters in the dark or see some of the world-class shows exclusively at Six Flags Fiesta…
Fitness on the Plaza: Pilates Interval
University Health System Fitness on the Plaza presents Pilates Interval Training with InBalance. Free event for all ages! The ultimate INTERVAL based class! We will combine pilates principles with plyometrics, strength training and endurance training for an intense, total body workout. Using weights, medicine balls, bands and more, we will challenge the cardiovascular system while building strength in this class that is designed to burn fat and calories while developing strength and agility. Plan to sweat like crazy while working…
UTSA vs. Army West Point
Watch the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners take on the Army West Point Black Knight at the Alamodome!
Outdoor Film Series: Nacho Libre
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film Nacho Libre (PG) on the original jumbo screen.
Jazz’SAlive
This 36th annual, free, outdoor, music, arts, culture and heritage festival will take place on Friday, September 20th, from 5pm-11pm, and on Saturday, September 21st, from 10am-11pm, in historic Travis Park! The Main Stage, presented by Majestic Theater, will showcase stellar headliners, including Five-time Grammy winner DIANNE REEVES, THE LAO TIZER BAND, TOMAR & THE FC’S, AARON PRADO WITH JACQUELINE SOTELO AND JOHNNY P, KEN SLAVIN, THE US AIR FORCE BAND DIMENSIONS IN BLUE, THE JAZZ PROTAGONISTS, WILL OWEN GAGE…
Explore San Antonio
To commemorate their 25th birthday, the Professional Tour Guide Association of San Antonio will offer free tours of historic and cultural sites across the city on Saturday, September 21. Certified Professional Guides will be at 17 locations to conduct tours starting at 9am, 11 am, 1pm, and 3pm. Tours will last 1 – 1 ½ hours, depending on location. Pre-registration is strongly advised, as space is limited to 20 guests per tour. Guests may register on-line through Eventbrite.
Zoo Boo!
Held Saturdays, Sundays & Halloween through September 21 – October 31 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., the zoo will be decked out with Halloween fun complete with trick-or-treat stations, pumpkin painting, dance parties, costume contests and plenty of games. Families can even enjoy a ride on the Zoo Boo! Express. Little ghouls and goblins are encouraged to wear their best costume* for a chance to be in a costume contest. Zoo Boo! is included with zoo standard admission and…
2019 San Antonio Congenital Heart Walk
The 2019 San Antonio Heart Walk is a fundraiser benefiting The Children’s Heart Foundation and includes a family-friendly walk, music, activities, games, food, special guests, researcher remarks, entertainment, and community. The event is open to the public. Event activities end at 11:00 a.m. Guests may enjoy the Zoo until 5:00 p.m.1:00 p.m. as part of the $15 minimum fundraising/donation requirement.
Oktubrefest!
Oktubrefest was founded on the idea of making a traditional Oktoberfest, into a festival that embraces the city of San Antonio and its diverse heritage. The long-standing German and Spanish cultures blend well creating a unique combination. October or Octubre as many of us in San Antonio refer to, is the month in which Germans have been celebrating since 1810. Our version of the traditional Oktoberfest will have a little bit of everything, from Bavarian Tacos to Chorizo & Wurst…
Outdoor Film Series: Cesar Chavez
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film Cesar Chavez (PG-13) on the original jumbo screen.
SeaWorld San Antonio’s Howl-O-Scream & Spooktacular
Spooktacular: Enjoy kid-friendly Halloween shows and activities, fun for both kids and parents alike! Take an underwater adventure while you trick-or-treat through the park. Then work as a team to make your way through the hay maze. But don’t forget to visit your furry friends at Pet’s Ahoy to see a special Halloween show. Howl-O-Scream: Howl-O-Scream has transformed the peaceful park you once knew into something sinister this Halloween. Nightfall has awakened hundreds of creatures roaming scare zones and lurking…
Yanaguana Fest
Yanaguana Fest is a one-day cultural arts and music festival that features different genres of live music, live painting, an artisan alley, food, crafts, and vendors. Our ultimate goal is to spread cultural awareness to our youth and provide a safe and family-friendly event that fosters community building and dialogue around mental health, substance abuse, domestic abuse, and sobriety. We understand the struggles the youth face today are some of the same struggles our people’s have always endured. Our efforts…
Fitness on the Plaza: JoyAthlete
University Health Systems Fitness on the Plaza present JOYAthlete by JOYRIDE Free event for all ages! A full-body, weight-based circuit class with cardio drills is unique to JoyRide. The class design integrates compound and functional movements ideal for agility and building strength. This class has a dynamic and fast-paced flow, is set to motivational music and uses diverse props. Awaken the athlete within.
Cannon Fest
An annual favorite, Cannon Fest, returns to the Alamo Saturday, September 28! Join us for the third annual Cannon Fest at the Alamo! Cannon Fest will explore the artillery of the Texas Revolution. There will be artillery displays, interactive drills, and living history demonstrations for all ages.
JLSA Presents Fall Fest!
The inaugural Fall Fest will bring the community together at Hemisfair to enjoy fun family-friendly activities. Funds raised help further the mission of the Junior League of San Antonio. Family-friendly events include: Kids’ fiesta parade Touch-A-Truck (sensory hour from 11 a.m. to noon) Food, fun, shopping and so much more!
Pachanga de Palabras: A Westside Book Festival
The Pachanga de Palabras is a Westside book festival, taking place in the heart of the Westside of San Antonio in the Historic Plaza Guadalupe on September 28, 2019 from 6pm - 10pm. The Pachanga de Palabras will have book and zine vendors, food vendors, interactive free workshops for children as well as adults, poets, live music, and a drag king story time. The Pachanga de Palabras seeks to promote literacy as well as celebrate bilingual and Spanish literature. Echale…
Pachanga de Palabras: A Westside Book Festival
The Pachanga de Palabras is a Westside book festival, taking place in the heart of the Westside of San Antonio in the Historic Plaza Guadalupe on September 28, 2019 from 6pm - 10pm. The Pachanga de Palabras will have book and zine vendors, food vendors, interactive free workshops for children as well as adults, poets, live music, and a drag king story time. The Pachanga de Palabras seeks to promote literacy as well as celebrate bilingual and Spanish literature. Echale…
National Geographic Live! Ocean Soul
Voyage across the oceans with one of National Geographic’s most seasoned photographers and discover a vast, hidden world beneath the waves. Using his camera to communicate, Brian Skerry has spent more than 10,000 hours underwater telling the oceans’ stories. His images celebrate the mystery of the depths, and offer portraits of creatures so intimate they appear to have been shot in a studio.
National Geographic Live! OCEAN SOUL
The Tobin Center | SEP 29 2019 | 4:00 PM Ocean Soul featuring Brian Skerry, Underwater Photographer “To make great pictures, a photographer must observe and truly see. Over time I learned that the real value is in being patient, slowing down, and watching the world around me.” —Brian Skerry Voyage across the oceans with one of National Geographic’s most seasoned photographers and discover a vast, hidden world beneath the waves. Using his camera to communicate, Brian Skerry has spent…
Outdoor Film Series: McFarland, USA
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film McFarland, USA (PG) on the original jumbo screen.
StMU 5K for the Neighborhood
Join us for our sixth annual family-friendly and dog-friendly event on the campus fo St. Mary's University. Proceeds from the StMU 5K for the Neighborhood are used to assist nonprofits serving the needs of residents in neighborhoods surrounding the St. Mary’s University campus. In 2018, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, which is administered by Marianist priests and brothers, and is adjacent to the St. Mary’s campus, received $15,000 to enhance services and outreach programs in the St. Mary’s Gateway District.
Fertility, Blessings and Protection: Cultures of Baby Carriers
Different tribes and people groups have developed their own systems and styles of baby carriers based on their unique cultures, ways of living, weather, customs and aesthetic experiences. Baby-carrying styles offer insight to child-rearing methods, religion, social structure and craftwork of cultures. Body-carrying offers the baby a sense of safety and enhances the closeness between the parent & child. Underlying them all is the universal foundation of love, affection and devotion of parenthood. The Asian “Baby Carriers” International Touring Exhibition…
UTSA vs. UAB
Watch the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners take on the UAB Blazers at the Alamodome!
The Fab Four
If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles' classics such as "Can't Buy Me Love," "Yesterday," "A Day In The Life," "Twist And Shout," "Here Comes The Sun," and "Hey Jude", the Fab Four will make you think you are watching…
MasterChef Jr. Live!
MasterChef Junior Live! is coming to The Tobin Center! This all-new production brings the culinary hit TV show MasterChef Junior directly to you LIVE! Featuring head-to-head cooking competitions with past MasterChef Junior all-stars and fan favorites, Q&A sessions, and an overall immersive audience experience fun for all ages. Bring the whole family to see MasterChef Junior Live! It’s a recipe
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Katchie Cartwright
Sunday Jazz is back in full swing for its 15th season! Join us at the Witte Museum campus and relax under the pecan trees in the Will Smith Amphitheater and enjoy the sounds of the San Antonio Jazz. All performances are 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Sunday Jazz at the Witte is presented by Dr. Bob and Stephanie Girling. Blankets and lawn chairs welcome. In case of rain, the concert moves indoors to…
Outdoor Film Series: The Goonies
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film The Goonies (PG) on the original jumbo screen.
Russian Ballet Theatre presents “Swan Lake”
Swan Lake, which has mesmerized audiences for over a century, is based on a German fairy tale. Tchaikovsky’s score tells the tragic love story of Prince Siegfried and Swan Princess, Odette, who is cursed to be a swan by day but a young woman at night. The Russian Ballet Theatre’s new production will captivate audiences with time-honored Russian traditions while adding new choreography, hand painted sets, radiant hand sewn costumes, artistic hair designs and special effects makeup. The production’s hand-painted…
UTSA vs. Rice
Watch the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners take on the Rice Owls at the Alamodome!
Outdoor Film Series: Bumblebee
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film Bumblebee (PG-13) on the original jumbo screen.
Haunted River Jr.
Have yourself a ghoulishly good time on the River Walk celebrating Halloween. Eerie sights and sound shall haunt the river while adults party and families trick or treat at two great separate events: Family event held at the Shops of Rivercenter lagoon from 6-9:30 pm. 2,500 free Trick-or-Treat bags are distributed to kids, while supplies last. Maps to participating restaurants giving away candy are given out with candy bags. Other entertainment includes a kids costume contest, face painting, and DJ.
Día de los Muertos San Antonio
Día de los Muertos San Antonio, the largest and most unique celebration of Day of the Dead in Texas, expands out of La Villita into Hemisfair. The free, two-day, family-friendly event — popularly known as "Muertos Fest” — blends traditional Day of the Dead art and culture with a curated line-up of alt-Latino music, old-school conjunto legends, and the stylings of local bands that have created the unique San Antonio sound. USA Today hails the event as “one of 10…
Dachtoberfest 2019 by Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas
Plan out your Halloween costumes and get your dachshunds ready to run!!! Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas and Retama Park are so excited to bring you Dachtoberfest again this year! With dachshund races on the racetrack, costume contests, vendors, food trucks, beer, shopping, trick or treating, and so much more, there is something for the whole family! There will even be a carnival in the parking lot-- come for the races, stay for the carnival! Costume Contests will kick off…
Muertitos Fest at SAY SÍ
SAY Sí is a local creative youth development organization in San Antonio, and curates one of the city’s most comprehensive Día de los Muertos celebrations. This year’s theme is Mestizo—a word that traditionally refers to a person of combined European and Indigenous American descent—and will reflect the convergence of cultures and indigenous roots of the region. Expect a showcase of student art, altars, family folk art workshops, gourmet food, an artisan mercado and live cultural performances highlighting local dancers, musicians and entertainers.
DiwaliSA
The mission of the Diwali San Antonio “Festival of Lights” is to celebrate Indian culture and traditions by featuring traditional Indian dance, entertainment, food and booths selling goods from various parts of India. In India, the Diwali celebration is akin to New Year’s Eve and it represents the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance. Currently a single-night festival, co-hosted by the City of San Antonio, it has become a popular annual event and is the…
Elementz Fest
What is Elementz? Elementz is a day long festival presenting music, art, shared experience, community service, and education to unite and empower our community to solve local challenges and encourage sustainable behaviors through our actions. We believe real change is brought about when an enlightened community comes together towards a common goal of helping improve the lives of their neighbors, while considering the needs of the natural world we are all born from, reliant upon, and return to.
Water Lantern Festival San Antonio
San Antonio Water Lantern Festival is coming up on November 2, 2019! Voted #1 Best Cultural Festival by USA TODAY! Water Lantern Festival is a floating lantern event that is all about connections. Magical nights in cities across the U.S. include food, games, activities, vendors, music and the beauty of thousands of lanterns adorned with letters of love, hope and dreams reflected upon the water. As the sun begins to set on the evening sky, Water Lantern Festival begins to…
Outdoor Film Series: Coco
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the featured film Coco (PG) on the original jumbo screen.
Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival
Luminaria's Contemporary Arts Festival is the premier showcase event for artists of all genres. We inspire the City of San Antonio with weekend celebration of the arts. Saturday, November 9th from 7 PM to Midnight in Hemisfair is the free after-dark Contemporary Arts Festival of San Antonio, Texas. Artistic partners include Artist Foundation of San Antonio, National Association of Latino Arts & Culture, Contemporary Arts Month and the Mexican Consulate. Sunday, November 10th from 11 AM – 3 PM in…
Sunday Jazz at the Witte: Henry Brun & the Latin Playerz
Sunday Jazz is back in full swing for its 15th season! Join us at the Witte Museum campus and relax under the pecan trees in the Will Smith Amphitheater and enjoy the sounds of the San Antonio Jazz. All performances are 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Sunday Jazz at the Witte is presented by Dr. Bob and Stephanie Girling. Blankets and lawn chairs welcome. In case of rain, the concert moves indoors to…
Nick Jr. Live!
You’re invited to sing, dance, clap, cheer and move to the music with your friends from Bubble Guppies, PAW Patrol, Dora The Explorer, Shimmer and Shine, Blue’s Clues and You, Blaze and the Monster Machines and Top Wing in an unforgettable musical spectacular! Nick Jr. Live! “Move to the Music” follows Dora and her PAW co-hosts, Marshall and Rubble, as they team up with their Nick Jr. friends, live on stage together for the first time ever, in a one-of-a-kind…
UTSA vs. Southern Miss
Watch the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners take on Southern Miss Golden Eagles at the Alamodome!
Outdoor Film Series Double Feature: Elf and Home Alone
The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office will host the annual Outdoor Movie Series at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our FREE family friendly event including; entertainment, food trucks, and a showing of the double featured films Elf (PG) and Home Alone (PG) on the original jumbo screen.
UTSA vs. Florida Atlantic
Watch the University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners take on the Florida Atlantic Owls at the Alamodome!
Turkey Trot
Turkey Trot is our annual 5K run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. This family and pet friendly event is one of the few races through the King William District and Downtown San Antonio. Every registration provides a turkey dinner to a family in need.
Ford Holiday River Parade
The 39 annual Ford Holiday River Parade is a San Antonio tradition that kicks-off the lighting of the River Walk, and the holiday season. The parade features 28 illuminated floats decorated for the theme.100,000 lights (2,250 strands of lights) are illuminated to kick-off the parade. The lights remain on the trees and are turned-on from sundown to sunrise everyday till shortly after New Year’s Day. Seating at Arneson River Theatre & on a 4-mile route on the River WalkSeven free…
Ford Holiday River Parade
The 39th annual Ford Holiday River Parade is going totally Texan! The 2019 theme for the iconic night event on the River Walk is “Texas Music Christmas.” The one-hour parade will feature a Texas artist performing a classic Christmas song on each of the 29 floats. Famous Houston-born blues-inspired rock guitarist and leader of ZZ Top, Billy Gibbons, will serve as grand marshal.
La Gran Tamalada
Join us at La Gran Tamalada on Sunday, December 1, 2019, for a cultural culinary tradition! La Familia Cortez has partnered with the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center once again to move the event from its original home at the Guadalupe Theater to Historic Market Square for an expanded cultural experience. Learn how to make tamales and take a few of your own home with hands-on workshops or purchase your dozens of tamales for the holiday season at one of many…
Ford Holiday Boat Caroling
Sing in the holidays by caroling with friends and family from a boat on the River Walk. Celebrate the timeless tradition of spreading joy with a San Antonio twist. Charter an affordable private caroling boat and bask in the glow of 100,000 Christmas lights. Boats float on the river each night carrying a different group each hour performing live Christmas Carols. More than 185 groups participate; school, church, office, nonprofit, and civic groups. Joyous caroling fills the evening air along…
Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
Take the streets of the Alamo City December 7-8, 2019 to participate in the 12th running of the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon. With a renewed focus on the core pillars of Bringing Fun to the Run™ with great music in a community environment, runners of all athletic levels enjoyed the sights and sounds of San Antonio.
Whose Live Anyway?
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Ryan Stiles, Jeff B. Davis, Joel Murray, and Dave Foley (of Kids in the Hall) will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) The multi-platinum, critically-acclaimed progressive rock group today announced its highly-anticipated Christmas Eve and Other Stories." TSO's show that started small, performed to 12,000 people in five cities in 1999, which then exploded onto the national scene, eventually playing to 9 million fans over the course of an incredible 12 years (through 2011), the mega-hit "Christmas Eve and Other Stories" has grossed an incredible $377 million over 1224 performances. A product of the vision and imagination of TSO's…
Rudy’s Bar-B-Q Pep Rally on the River
The Rudy’s Bar-B-Q Pep Rally is one of the most exciting events of bowl week. The head coaches, football players, pep bands and cheerleaders from both teams show their colors as they face off in a spirited pep rally. This is a “must see” event during bowl week that gives fans a chance to see the players and pep bands make their grand entrance on San Antonio’s famous river barges. While fans will be wearing their favorite colors, the bands…
PrimeSport Kickoff Luncheon
Before the Big 12 and Pac-12 teams playing in the Valero Alamo Bowl hit the field, everyone will come together at the PrimeSport Kickoff Luncheon. More than 1,500 spirited football fans will come to experience the anticipation and festive atmosphere surrounding the big game. Emceed by ESPN’s broadcast crew, fans will be treated to first-hand insight from the teams’ head coaches and the team captains of each school, as well as revel in the pageantry from the cheerleaders and bands.
Valero Alamo Bowl Fan Zone
Before the bowl game, fans can participate in pregame festivities in the Historic Sunset Station (one block North of the main Alamodome entrance). The Valero Alamo Bowl Fan Zone includes a variety of interactive games that encourage fan participation and challenge their football skills and agility. Enjoy some great food and drink while you listen to music and prepare for the big game. Not only are there interactive games but you can also get your face painted as well as…
National Geographic Live! I Bought a Rainforest
A childhood obsession with kingfishers and otters marked the beginning of Charlie Hamilton James’s lifelong appreciation for the brilliance of nature. As a wildlife documentarian, passionate conservationist and award-winning photojournalist, Hamilton James has spent the last 20 years working to protect the rainforest habitat of Peru’s Manu National Park.
Captain Scott Kelly: Lessons From a Year in Space
Captain Scott Kelly’s epic Year In Space, now a New York Times best-selling book, solidified his status as one of the greatest pioneers in history. In his acclaimed speech appearances, he now brings audiences to the edge of their seats with transcendent insights that inspire and challenge them to dream big, test the status quo, and “choose to do the hard things.”
Finding Neverland
FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers.
CarFest
San Antonio’s Community of Automotive Professionals (501c3) will hold its fourth annual CarFest, April 5th-7th. So far, CarFest has given away nearly a million dollars in car repairs, giveaway vehicles and money to trade schools! This free, three-day festival is open to the public and will include activities for all ages. The event kicks off Friday night with Friday Night Lights, featuring a cruise-in, live DJ, games, food trucks and the “Cars” movie on the GIANT screen! Saturday and Sunday…
National Geographic Live! The Search for Life Beyond Earth
Astrobiologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Kevin Hand is looking for real extraterrestrials. He is currently helping plan a NASA mission to Jupiter’s moon Europa to investigate evidence of a vast subsurface ocean—a body of water that could sustain primitive forms of life on this alien world nearly 600 million miles from our planet.