Hello From the Other Side
Saturday, October 19
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Villa Finale, 401 King William
"This incredible evening will feature a presentation and live seance by The Austin Seance inside historic Villa Finale, built in 1876. Learn about the history of spiritualism in America and commune with a spirit or two!"
Mehregan Persian Autumn Festival 2024
Sunday, October 20
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Plaza, 115 N Main
"Join us for a day filled with music, dance, food, and fun celebrating the ancient Persian tradition of Mehregan. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and rich culture of Persia as we come together to mark the arrival of autumn. Whether you’re a seasoned Mehregan enthusiast or new to the festivities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at this lively event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience the beauty and warmth of Persian hospitality..."
Tequila & Tacos Festival
Saturday, October 19
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tower of the Americas, 739 E César E Chávez
Savor an evening of irresistible specialty cocktails crafted from the world's finest tequila and mezcal brands. Indulge in gourmet tacos, live entertainment and a vibrant fiesta atmosphere at the base of the iconic Tower of the Americas. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of flavors and fun! Ticket Admission Includes: 20 Sample Drink Tickets, Gourmet Taco Bar, Appetizers & Signature Food, Live Music by The Velvet Band and Live DJ, Special Appearance by Grupo Folklorico de Bendiciones, Lawn Games & Prizes and More!"
The San Antonio Beer Festival
Saturday, October 19
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Crockett Park, 1300 N Main
"The San Antonio Beer Festival, founded in 2005, is San Antonio’s original beer fest, pouring hundreds of premium and craft beers from 100+ breweries from around the world. This festival is jam-packed with unique casks, one-of-a-kind collaborations, and your favorite porters, stouts, pilsners, ales, wheats, sours, Belgians, ciders, and lagers to name a few. Beyond beer, the San Antonio Beer Festival features music, games, wines, ciders, food trucks, food booths, local vendors, and more..."
Burger Showdown 5.0
Friday, October 18
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Alamo Beer Co., 202 Lamar
Homegrown Chef & The Flavors of Texas (San Antonio Restaurants Group) are proud to bring you the most epic burger battle featuring top San Antonio chefs for the 5th year in a row - the Burger Showdown 5.0, where top San Antonio chefs compete and YOU EAT! This year's event will be benefitting nonprofit, Gardopia Gardens and will be held at Alamo Beer. Ten chefs will feature 10 gourmet sliders, Krazy Katsu will be making their signature Kimchi Fries and Texas Cookie Shop will be providing their fantastic homemade goodies!"
Vino Fest
Friday, October 18 & Saturday, October 19
Various times
Plaza Juarez in La Villita
"Enjoy a Friday evening under the stars at the beautiful Plaza Juarez - La Villita as Chef Carlos Martinez and his team prepare an elevated 5-course Mexican cuisine. Salena Guipzot will pair each course with wines from Puerta del Lobo's vineyard located in the historic state of Querétaro, Mexico, and now the Texas Hill Country. ($175). Join Casa Guipzot for our 2nd annual #VinoFest at La Villita on Saturday, 10/19 where you can sip on over 50 vinos from all over Mexico..."
Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival
Saturday, October 19
6:00 PM - Midnight
St. Paul Suare, 1148 E Commerce
"The Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival is free to the public and features over 100 artists representing a wide array of artistic genres. This year’s festival will illuminate a new location with historic roots. St. Paul Square is located on the Eastside of Downtown San Antonio and will be transformed into an immersive nighttime display of lights and art from Commerce Street to the Alamodome."
SUGAR SKULL! A Dia de Muertos Musical Adventure
Tuesday, October 22
7:30 PM
Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle
"A touring bilingual/bicultural musical for young audiences and families that uses traditional regional music and dance from Mexico to tell the story of twelve-year-old Vita Flores. Vita thinks her family has gone loco planning a celebration for deceased loved ones. Why throw a party for the dead? But when a spirited candy skeleton suddenly springs to life, Vita finds herself on a magical, musical journey to unravel the true meaning of Día de Muertos..."
The 2024 Purple Reigh Fashion Show: Black Tie Edition
Saturday, October 19
7:00 PM
Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle
"Fashion For Life proudly announces the highly anticipated 2024 Men’s Fashion Show, a powerful evening of style and solidarity... This extraordinary event will showcase top male fashion icons, setting new standards in haute couture while raising vital awareness about domestic violence in support of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month..."
Ballet San Antonio - Don Quixote
Friday, October 18 thru Sunday, October 20
Various times
Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle
"Choreography by Patrick Armand. Spanish flair, castanets, and tambourines are at the heart of Don Quixote. This show will transport you to the old continent’s most passionate country. Embark on Don Quixote’s journey, together with many other hilarious characters, and follow him through the most entertaining and moving adventures. He will fight the windmills and fall in love with the beautiful Dulcinea, in a classic known for its color and humor."
Concert in the Park
Sunday, October 20
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Beautify San Antonio Park, 801 S Main
The King William Association presents another 'Concert in the Park. Enjoy a performance by BexarBrass, a brass band "dedicated to carrying on the traditions of New Orleans jazz while incorporating the sounds of funk, rock, reggae, hip hop and the traditional sounds of San Antonio. Its members consist of musicians from some of the best bands in San Antonio. Mark your calendars for this free concert for all ages. Come early and bring family and friends, a blanket or chairs and a picnic if you like."
Texas Flamenco Festival
Thursday, October 17
8:00 PM
Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Pkwy
"The Texas Flamenco Festival comes to San Antonio, courtesy of Flamenco Fever. Featuring dancers Manuel "El Carpeta" and Rosario "La Farruca" from Sevilla, Spain, and Jorge Robledo from Buenos Aires, Argentina, with guitarrista Juani de La Isla from Cadiz, Spain."
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.