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Maifest At The Beethoven

Friday, May 15

5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Beethoven Mannerchor, 422 Pereida

"Dancers with Maypoles, brass band music in the Bier Garten and the festive array of genuine German food and drink make Maifest a must-visit event! Come down for a sing-a-long and that warm feeling of Gemütlichkeit! Everyone is welcome! Gates open at 4! Grab a beer and a brat (or frikadelle, or reuben or leberkase) and enjoy the Beethoven Bands! The night wraps up with the amazing Das Ist Lustig! who are fabulous entertainers so bring a friend and come on down!"

Remember the Time: Live Michael Jackson Tribute

Thursday, May 14

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Hard Rock Cafe, 111 W Crockett

"Rock with us as we celebrate Michael Jackson's legacy! Blame It On The Boogie and dance along to your favorite MJ hits all night long 'Til You Get Enough. With iconic choreography and wardrobe reimagined by Michael Jackson Remixed, we'll be sure to Rock Your World..."

Cape + Osome Tapas & Wine Experience

Saturday, May 16

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM & 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Cape Bottle Room, 1803 Broadway

"Collaborating with chefs Ben Savage & John Gocong. Join us for a 6-course pairing of Madrid-influenced traditional tapas with 6 thoughtfully selected South African wines. The evening begins with a welcome glass of Cap Classique, followed by an intimate, bar-seated experience. Chef Ben Savage will present each dish, while our sommelier guides you through the wines and the intention behind every pairing..."

Brugal 1888 Cocktail Master Class

Thursday, May 14

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Four Brothers Southern Provisions at Omni La Mansion del Rio, 112 College

"Discover Brugal 1888 through an immersive cocktail master class showcasing premium rum, expert techniques, and elevated mixology. Join us for an immersive Brugal 1888 Cocktail Master Class designed to elevate your understanding of premium rum and modern mixology. Guided by an expert mixologist, you’ll explore the rich flavor profile and heritage of Brugal 1888 while learning hands‑on techniques to craft refined, well‑balanced cocktails..."

2026 CultureMap San Antonio Tastemaker Awards

Thursday, May 14

7:00 PM

Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W Market

"If you love food and drink, you won't want to miss this CultureMap signature event featuring San Antonio's top culinary talent. The CultureMap Tastemaker Awards return to celebrate San Antonio's top restaurant and bar talent for 2026. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the people and places that shape San Antonio's world-class culinary scene. Join us for our signature tasting event and awards ceremony. We’ll celebrate all of the nominees and unveil this year’s winners, and you’ll enjoy chef-prepared bites and specialty drinks all night."

Joci Awards 2026

Sunday, May 17

6:00 PM

Majestic Theatre, 224 E Houston

"San Antonio’s biggest night for young artists, and the stage where the future begins. The moment is here. For one unforgettable night, the historic Majestic stage belongs to the next generation. The Joci Awards brings together the most outstanding high school theatre talent from across San Antonio and South Texas for a Broadway-caliber live event and scholarship competition, featuring show-stopping performances and the top musical productions in the region..."

Curtain Talks and Cocktails: A New Beginning

Monday, May 18

7:00 PM

Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle

"Join Tim Hedgepeth for a captivating journey through the dazzling world of film musicals in this entertaining lecture. From the early days of Hollywood to the modern classics, Tim brings the history of song, dance, and cinema to life with his trademark wit and passion. Discover the groundbreaking moments, iconic stars, and unforgettable tunes that made musicals a cornerstone of Hollywood’s golden age. Packed with fascinating insights and fun anecdotes, this lecture is a celebration of the genre’s lasting impact and its magical ability to entertain, inspire, and move audiences through the power of music and film..."

YOSApalooza

Sunday, May 17

6:00 PM

Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle

"Join YOSA for YOSApalooza, our annual season finale featuring all eleven orchestras together for one spectacular concert at the Tobin Center. Featuring: YOSA Philharmonic, YOSA Symphony, YOSA Wind Ensemble, YOSA Flute Choir, YOSA Mariachi , YOSA Concertino Strings , YOSA Repertory Strings, YOSA Intermezzo Strings, YOSA Sinfonietta Strings, YOSA Capriccio Strings and YOSA Prelude Strings."

King William Concert in the Park

Sunday, May 17

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Beautify San Antonio Park, 801 S Main

"Join in as we welcome back the Mariachi Damas de Jalisco to fill Beautify San Antonio Park with their music and dazzling costumes. It would not be May in the King William area without welcoming San Antonio’s premier all female mariachi group to share the beauty and culture of Mexico with the audience in a celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Come and experience this great musical event. Free parking available. A free concert for all ages..."

SA Youth Ballet Presents Giselle

Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17

5:00 PM on Sat.; 2:00 PM on Sun.

Lila Cockrell Theater, 900 E Market

"Experience the beauty and emotion of Giselle, one of the most iconic classical ballets of all time. This romantic ballet tells the story of a young peasant girl who falls in love, faces heartbreak and ultimately finds forgiveness beyond the grave. Filled with breathtaking choreography, elegant costumes and powerful storytelling, Giselle takes audiences on a journey of love, betrayal and redemption. Join in for an unforgettable performance that brings this timeless masterpiece to life."

Swing Junction

Saturday, May 9

7:15 PM - 10:30 PM

Hermann Sons Ballroom, 525 S St. Mary's

"Get ready for an unforgettable night on the dance floor with some of the most talented young musicians around! After a full semester of crafting an incredible dance playlist, they’re excited to bring it to life just for you —The Clark High School Jazz Band! Swing Lesson included in admission at 7:15pm. 8pm Band..."

Dark Star Orchestra

Thursday, May 7

7:30 PM

Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Pkwy

"Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead's extensive catalog and the talent of seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from the Grateful Dead's 30 years of extensive touring or use their catalog to program a unique set list for the show... By recreating set lists from the past, and by developing their own sets of Dead songs, Dark Star Orchestra offers a continually evolving artistic outlet within this musical canon..."

Arts & Entertainment Events

LNF Weekly publishes a free weekly newsletter that alerts you to all the arts and entertainment events going on in the neighborhood and the broader downtown area, by which we mean everything from The Pearl to Lone Star. Each newsletter covers more than one hundred events, including art gallery openings, live music, festivals, and theater.

In addition, on this page, we highlight a dozen or so events coming up soon that we think you might especially enjoy. We update this list every day to keep it current.

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