Weekend Event Guide
Here are the top 5 things to do in San Antonio this weekend
Live music happenings take center stage in and around Alamo City in the days ahead. Sing along to the music of Simon & Garfunkel at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, or catch LeAnn Rimes in concert at Gruene Hall. Check out the top five things to do in San Antonio this weekend. For a full listing of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, February 16
Opera San Antonio presents Romeo & Juliet: Valentine’s Revisited
The tragic story of star-crossed lovers is reimagined by way of the performing arts and the liberal arts at McNay Art Museum. This performance and lecture event in partnership with Opera San Antonio and the McNay will explore the impact of one of Shakespeare’s most well-known works. For more information, check out the event website. Admission is free.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Experience the story of how Simon and Garfunkel became the musical superstars known across the globe at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre. Audiences can get lost in the story and the music thanks to a live accompanying band. Hits including “Cecilia,” "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "Homeward Bound," and many more can be expected. For tickets, visit the theatre's website.
Tobin Center presents An Evening with JD Souther
Singer-songwriter JD Souther treats fans to an evening of serenades live in concert at Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. Souther has written hit songs for artists like Trisha Yearwood, the Eagles, and George Strait, while amassing a following of his own as a solo artist. For ticketing availability, click here.
Saturday, February 18
Bihl Haus Arts presents Black History Month Poetry Reading
Words by poet Sanseria Murray will come to life in full vocal glory at this Bihl Haus Arts event. The reading, in conjunction with artist Wardell Picquet’s exhibition, "Essence and Style: The Afro Centric Woman," commemorates the beauty of African American women’s art during Black History Month. Admission is free and open to the public.
Sunday, February 19
LeAnn Rimes in concert
Country music star LeAnn Rimes performs live at Gruene Hall for the third and final day of her time in the San Antonio area. Fans of the “How Do I Live” and “Can’t Fight the Moonlight” singer can experience hits from albums including 2022’s God’s Work for a sweet end to the weekend. A select number of tickets may still be available.