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Go for a Virtual STEM Walk

Ongoing

Online

Virtual Location, San Antonio Online Only

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Free

Kids, Free

On the talkSTEM YouTube channel, there are 9 unique playlists that connect science, technology, engineering and math to real world examples. Each video is a palatable 2 minutes on average and is appropriate for all ages. Audiences can virtually explore over 20 different destinations in Texas from the safety of their homes. Simply pick a theme and start watching the videos. Some videos prompt for a DIY experiment or challenge viewers can try in their household, even create their own virtual field trips - the options are endless! 2105601733
Dungeons of Drunks

Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Our Bar

4032 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Geek Culture, Free

Dungeons and Dragons. Food. Alcohol. and Fun. This is a large group, and everyone is welcome at the table. There are 3 Dungeon Masters, who are all working together in the same campaign and story. If you want to run a smaller side group that's fine too. If you want to watch and learn that's encouraged too, but good luck someone might talk you into playing. Newcomers and veteran D&D players are welcome. Rules: Be kind. Be respectful of others. Know your limits. Have fun. 21+ 3376605218
Karaoke Night at Ladybird Beer Garden

Tuesdays, 7 p.m.-12 a.m.

LadyBird Beer Garden

447 W. Hildebrand Ave., San Antonio Olmos Park

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Free

Free

Karaoke Night at Ladybird Beer Garden! Show off those skills and grab a bite to eat with friends!
The Pride Corner: Our Coming Out Stories and More

Tuesdays, 8-10:15 p.m.

Dakota East Side Ice House

433 S Hackberry, San Antonio Central

Free

Free

Dr. Lulu, pediatrician and life coach speaks to members of the LGBTQ* and Allies about their stories. 8038042990
The Big Texas Author Talk featuring Glenn Blake

Wed., May 15, 7-8:30 p.m.

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Free

Free, Art, Meeting

Join us for our Free Monthly Online Lecture Series, presented by WritingWorkshops.com and Gemini Ink, on Wednesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Our special guest is author Glenn Blake, who will discuss his latest book, "The Old and the Lost: Collected Stories." Moderated by Cliff Hudder.
Saint City Run Club

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

The Good Kind Southtown

1127 S St Mary's St, San Antonio Central

Free

Sports, Free, Special Events

Calling all members of the San Antonio service industry family! Join The Good Kind every Wednesday for a your-pace fun-run focusing on the health, wellness, and sustainability of the local service industry. Find more information about the Heard program at www.iheardyou.org. 2108015892
01 Farmers Market at Woodlawn Pointe

Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m.

Woodlawn Pointe

702 Donaldson Avenue, San Antonio Monticello

Free

Free, Market

Join in for a farmers market right in your neighborhood at Woodlawn Pointe Center from 1-5pm. Family and pet friendly, free!
Jazz in the Garden with Noah Peterson

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Jardín

555 Funston Place, San Antonio Mahnke Park

Free

Live Music, Free

Jazz in the Garden with Noah Peterson. Enjoy weekly jazz programming featuring the full spectrum of jazz every Wednesday at Jardin from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This is a free show. If weather permits, the show will go on — if it's raining or too cold, there's no show. Enjoy songs and stories in a dinner jazz setting. More info can be found at www.noahpeterson.com. (210) 338-5100
Dungeons of Drunks

Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Black Potion

1900 Fredericksburg Rd., Suite 101, San Antonio Deco District

Free

Geek Culture, Free

Dungeons and Dragons. Food. Alcohol. and Fun. This is a large group and everyone is welcome at the table. If you want to run a smaller side group that's fine too. If you want to watch and learn that's encouraged too, but good luck, someone might talk you into playing. Newcomers and veteran D&D players are welcome. Rules: Be kind. Be respectful of others. Know your limits. Have fun. (337) 660-5218
Virtual Paseo Por El Westside 2021: Nuestros Abuelos, Nuestros Maestros

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 11:30-11:45 p.m.

Free

Art, Free, Workshop

The Esperanza Peace and Justice Center invites you to a virtual Paseo por el Westside, a historic and cultural preservation community gathering in honor of Historic Preservation Month. This year’s theme Nuestros Abuelos, Nuestros Maestros seeks to recognize our elders and teachers within our community, who will share valuable information about cultural practices and traditions. We will also have an exciting performance by Las Tesoros de San Antonio and Mariachi Esperanza. This virtual event will begin on Monday, May 17 and end on Wednesday May 28, live on the Esperanza Facebook and YouTube pages. (210) 228-0201
Chicano Arts Curriculum Project: Student Exhibition

Thu., May 16, 6-9 p.m.

Centro Cultural Aztlan

1800 Fredericksburg #103, San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Art, Kids, Free

Centro Cultural Aztlan has worked with educators, artists and historians to develop a series of lesson plans and teaching materials to engage K-12 students in learning about Chicano art, cultural traditions and history. As a product of this project, young artists from across San Antonio have created artwork with inspiration from some of the most notable Chicano artists of San Antonio and beyond. Join Centro Cultural Aztlan at this project’s culminating art exhibition, featuring shining examples of student artwork that has resulted from this Chicano Arts Curriculum Series. (210) 432-1896
Education Space Grand Reopening

Thu., May 16, 6-8 p.m.

Contemporary at Blue Star

116 Blue Star, San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Art, Free, LGBT

Contemporary at Blue Star is thrilled to invite the community for the grand reopening of our Education Space (formerly the MOSAIC Student Artist Studio and Gallery). The newly remodeled gallery, designed by the renowned Lake|Flato Architects, will offer an expanded and improved environment for our MOSAIC Student Artists and the public to engage in the creation and exploration of contemporary art. The evening will feature a performance by Mojo-Rimba and an exhibition featuring the MOSAIC Student Artists. 2102276960
Jazz on the Roof Top

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Continues through Nov. 21

The Fairmount Hotel

401 S Alamo St, San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Free, Live Music

Jazz at the Roof Top Oyster Bar at the Fairmount Hotel in downtown San Antonio. Every Thur, 6-8 p.m. Jazz, Cocktails, Views.
Live Music on the Lawn

Thursdays, 6-9:30 p.m.

Legacy Park

103 W Houston Street, San Antonio Downtown

Free

Live Music, Free

Thursdays are for fun and music! Beginning Thursday, 9/28, join in for a free live music series featuring beloved local dudes, starting with Favorite Son. Brandon Padier and Spud Sims will be showing off their talents later down the line! The Legacy Park Fall Concert Series features a lush green lawn, barbecue from Pinkerton's and all the $3 Shiner your little heart can handle. Bring the kids, let them run amok, close your eyes and relish the feeling of fall in downtown SA. 2816874607
MACRI Symposium 2024

Fri., May 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sat., May 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Central Library

600 Soledad St., San Antonio San Antonio

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Free

Civics, Free, Talks

Join in for two days of learning about Mexican American civil rights past, present, & future. Featuring over two dozen speakers from across the country, this Symposium will leave you inspired & ready to learn even more about civil rights history & take action in our nation's ongoing work to advance democracy. The event will focus on the past, present, and future of three key issues: voting rights, education, and representation. Livestreaming & in-person at the Central Library in San Antonio, Texas! (210) 207-2500
Bandera Farmer's Market

Third Friday of every month, 2-6 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Bandera Market

11851 Bandera Road, Helotes Helotes

Free

Free

Bandera Market is a state certified farmer's market open every weekend Saturdays 10am-5PM, Sundays 11am-5PM and the third Friday night of every month 2-6PM for a special event. The market offers produce, eggs, honey, artisan breads, German & Puerto Rican baked goods, plants, planters, custom wood products, CBD, boutiques, artisan crafts, jams, jellies and much more. Come support small and local San Antonio businesses. (740) 563-2274
Free SINGO Music Bingo

Fridays, 7-9 p.m.

Second Pitch Beer Co

11935 Starcrest Dr, San Antonio Northeast

Free

Free

Join in every Friday from 7-9 pm for Free SINGO! What is it? It's Bingo, but music! The DJ plays a song and you have to mark the title on your card before anyone else calls SINGO! If you're not great at naming songs, don't worry, we'll tell you the name before the next song is played, so you can still round! There's house cash prizes for 6 lucky winners each week. (210) 474-0234
Latin Nights

Fridays, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.

Club 727

1812 N. Main Ave., San Antonio Downtown

Free

Free, DJs, Dance

Dance the night away with DJ Alexis Playing your favorite Tejano, Cumbias and much much more. Explore three clubs in one and immerse yourself in the lights and laser show at Club 727. (210) 350-0590
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Take Steps Walk

Sat., May 18, 8-11 a.m.

Eisenhower Park

19399 NW Military Hwy., San Antonio San Antonio

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Free

Free, Special Events

Join the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s largest, most impactful fundraising event Take Steps. Attendees will come together as a dedicated community of supporters to walk and raise funds for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Funds raised through Take Steps help to accelerate research, advance treatments, and provide education and support programs to improve quality of life for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). One mile walk welcoming friends and family of all ages! 2103800156
Intergenerational Qi Gong Essentials

Sat., May 18, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Central Library

600 Soledad St., San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Free, Dance, Sports

Children, parents, grandparents, interested in moving more freely and improving your posture and balance? Join certified Qi Gong instructor Natalie Enevold on the 3rd floor terrace of the Central Library as she demonstrates how this ancient practice can help raise energy and maintain a healthy well-being. Dress comfortably. (210) 207-2500
Ancestry Library Edition

Sat., May 18, 4-5 p.m.

Henry A. Guerra Jr. Branch Library

7978 Military Drive West, San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Free, Workshop

Interested in exploring family history and uncovering fascinating details about ancestors? Join San Antonio Public Library for this introductory class and start your journey into the past! Ancestry Library Edition is a valuable resource available through the San Antonio Public Library. With a vast collection of historical records, new genealogists will have all the tools needed to begin piecing together the family tree. (210) 207-9070
Fusion Festival

Sat., May 18, 4-10 p.m.

Main Plaza

115 N. Main Avenue, San Antonio Downtown

Free

Free, Live Music

Revel in San Antonio’s collage of cultures with food, live performances, and fun! Artists who blend the fusion of cultures and represent the coming together of heritage will be featured at this event. Immerse yourself in the rich talent of San Antonio’s artist, crafter, and maker community. Multicultural food offerings, live music, and demonstrations will take place. Main Stage: 4:00 PM Rat King Cole, 5:15 PM Artist Talkback, 6:00 PM Roshii, 7:00 PM Bombasta. Storytelling Stage: 4:00 PM Tehaun Band of Mission, 4:30 PM Raindrop Collective, 6:00 PM Akram Shehata. (210) 225-9800
BLK OPS Veteran's History Project

Sat., May 18, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The Watson Fine Arts Center

1801 Martin Luther King Drive, San Antonio San Antonio

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Free to $100

Special Events, Civics, Free

The BLK OPS Road Show promises to be an event to not forget. The Veteran history Project will exclusively pre-screen on a cross country Road Show in 2024. The Roadshow Pre-Screening will make a stop on its five-city tour in San Antonio, Texas, also known as “Military USA,” in collaboration with Icon Talks at St. Phillip’s College on Saturday, May 18 from 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. “We are excited to bring this exclusive screening to San Antonio which has deep ties to the military community,” says John Hartsfield of Icon Talks, a collaborator of the Veteran's History Project. (210) 833-6979
MUSE RELAPSE, The Khost, Cyan Drive, Humble House

Sat., May 18, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Francis Bogside

1170 E. Commerce St., Suite 100, San Antonio Southtown

Free

Live Music, Free

Come see this spectacular show featuring two out of town bands: The Khost (Austin) and Humble House (San Marcos) performing alongside two local acts MUSE RELAPSE and Cyan Drive. It's gonna be a fun night and free event so don't miss it. Music starts at 10 p.m. (210) 314-2994
Our Sweet Little Mexico Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Our Sweet Little Mexico Market

33 Laboratory Rd Floresville TX, 78114, Floresville Road Trip

Free

Special Events, Free, Kids

An outdoor Saturday market hoping to become the go to spot on the southside! Located just twenty minutes south of downtown SA. There's an assortment of rotating vendor offerings from jewelry to handmade soaps and more. (210) 446-8701
Social Saturdays

Saturdays, 10-2 a.m.

Social House

19160 Stone Oak Pkwy #104, San Antonio Stone Oak

Free

DJs, Free

Come out to Social House Saturday Nights for "Social Saturdays" Featuring 2000's R&B and Hip-Hop Music, TOP 40, Latino, & AFROBEAT! Free Entry All Night Long! Hookah provided by Off The Hookah! Text (210) 848-8501 to RSVP your section today. (210) 848-8501
Mimosa Saturday

Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Maxiss Modern

614A Broadway, San Antonio Downtown

Free

Free, New Year's

Join in for a complimentary mimosa while you shop every Saturday from 10am-2pm. Check out the shop while you wait for your seat at Pete's Tako House — Maxiss Modern is just a block and a half away on Broadway. Bring your friends to kick off the weekend festivities and happenings. Complimentary Mimosas for all, virgin drinks for 20 and under. (210) 475-3272
01 Farmers Market at Balcones Heights

Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

01 Farmers Market at Balcones Heights

4514 Fredericksburg Rd., Balcones Heights Balcones Heights

Free

Free, Market

Join in at Wonderland of the Americas, 4514 Fredericksburg Rd., next to Denny's for a farmers market in Balcones Heights. Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Every weekend. Free and open to the public. Dog Friendly. Food trucks. (210) 313-1963
Book Drive - Collecting Used Children's Books

Saturdays, 12-2 p.m.

Rolling Oaks Mall

6909 N. Loop 1604 E, San Antonio San Antonio

Free

Free, Kids

The Scooby Van of San Antonio will be at the Rolling Oaks Mall each Saturday from 12-2 pm and collecting gently used children’s books. These books will be given to underserved kids in San Antonio. The Scooby Van will be parked outside the main entrance for photo op fun and we will be inside (main foyer) collecting books. Free Scooby snacks for all book donors. Book dropoff will take place inside the mall. There's a free game for the kids (everyone wins a prize) and you can enter for a chance to win 2 Pogo Passes. (210) 842-0284
Vesak Celebration (Buddha's Birthday) and Lion Dance

Sun., May 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Buddhist Temple of San Antonio (Chua Phuoc Hue)

6292 Lockhill Rd, San Antonio Medical Center area

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Free

Free

Auspicious Greetings! Phuoc Hue Buddhist Temple of San Antonio would like to invite you to one of the most important Buddhist holidays, Vesak, on Sunday, May 19 at 10 a.m. Vesak is the celebration of the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and death. Following the procession, ceremony introductions will be given in Vietnamese and English. After the speeches, Lion Dance, chanting and the Holy Bath of the Baby Buddha will begin. After the service, visitors are welcome to a free vegetarian lunch with the community. 2105611225