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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
Film on the Green: Superman II
Outdoor films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. During inclement weather, films are cancelled. Pets are not permitted on the Museum campus; however, service animals are permitted at the Museum.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
Fall Brews and Blooms
Working closely with SA Cerveceros, Brews and Blooms showcases new and seasonal local craft breweries. The beer selection this evening will be a pleasing variety of over 30-40 various craft beers from Ales to Lagers, including some great seasonal releases from local and regional breweries. 21 and Up enjoy an evening at the garden with their favorite beers, live music, food trucks!
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.
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.
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.
Drift & Dine
Experience a night to remember as you slowly Drift & Dine along the River Walk. Discover new restaurants and revisit old favorites. Relax in good company with music to hear, a sunset to watch, food to savor, and a feeling of bliss. Go with the flow, savor the flavor! Beautifully decorated dinner boats carrying up to 16 or 20 passengers each will float along the river making six restaurant stops during their journey. The culinary voyage is offered on three…
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.
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…
Parktoberfest
The Brackenridge Park Conservancy's 9th annual Parktoberfest will be Sunday, September 29, 2019 from 3-6PM at the Koehler Pavilion in Brackenridge Park! We are teaming up with the YMCA’s Siclovia, a city-wide event in which the city closes down Broadway St. to regular traffic and allows cyclists to safely ride their bikes through town. This is a free event, with free beer tastings (21+) from Alamo, St. Arnold, Ranger Creek and more! There will be live music with a tribute…
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.
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.
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.
6th Annual Halloween Hocus Pocus Party
The 6th Annual Halloween Hocus Pocus party benefits Fiesta Youth. This 21+ event features the e7 Band, DJ, Dancing, Open Bar, Appetizers, Silent Auction, Photo Booth, Costume Contests and more! Get your tickets today. General admission and VIP admission being sold thru 10/25/19 - Only General admission will be sold at the door.
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.
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…
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.
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.