Weekend Event Guide

Here are the top 7 things to do in San Antonio this weekend

Having a stressful week? It’s time to detox at Kimpton Santo’s pool or during a yoga and sound bath session at the Japanese Tea Garden. Or let laughter be the best medicine when Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias takes the Tobin Center stage for a Netflix taping. Check out the top seven things to do in San Antonio this weekend. For a complete list of events, click over to our calendar.

Thursday, August 20

Frost Bank Center presents Benson Boone in concert
Acrobatic pop singer Benson Boone makes a stop on his Wanted Man Tour in San Antonio. The voice of popular song “Beautiful Things” performs live at Frost Bank Center in support of his hit 2025 album, American Heart. Get seat details on Ticketmaster.

Tobin Center presents Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Netflix Taping
Actor and comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias brings fresh material and guaranteed laughs to the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts as part of the official taping for his next Netflix special. Iglesias is one of the most-watched comedians on YouTube and has had roles in films like Magic Mike, Magic Mike XXL, and A Haunted House 2. Fans are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy Fluffy's Front-Yard Fiesta on the Valero Plaza, which will feature lawn games, TASTE Burgers & Beers, and more. Tickets to all three tapings are available now.

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Fluffy will film his Netflix special on Friday.

Friday, August 21

Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club presents Lil Duval
Lil Duval is the latest special guest to grace the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club stage for a brief stint. The comedian is best known for his viral antics and appearances on BET's ComicView and on MTV's Guy Code. Shows are scheduled through August 23.

Saturday, August 22

Universal Bass Entertainment presents Sounds at Sunset
Cool off with some outdoor music at LadyBird Beer Garden. This latest installment of the live music series will feature craft beer, cocktails, and menu offerings from the beer garden kitchen. Special guest DJs include DJ Nuclear Assault, DJ DM187 & 0G RUBIX, Tedd Dancin, and others. Admission is free and open to the public.

Gruene Hall presents Scotty Alexander in concert
Country singer Scotty Alexander performs live at Gruene Hall. The Texas artist has released three albums in his career and is best known for his top songs “Cowboy’s Daughter” and “Nothing Good Happens After Midnight.” He will be joined by opening act Louisiana Surf Department. Get tickets on Prekindle.

Sunday, August 23

House Arrest at the Tenfold
Kimpton Santo restaurant Tenfold hosts a rooftop party complete with house music sounds and poolside vibes to cap off the weekend. Party guests will enjoy a live set by DJ Collective and signature cocktails provided by Aguasol. Pool day passes are also available for purchase. Admission is free. Get more details and reserve your spot on Posh.

Sound Bath & Yoga at The Japanese Tea Garden
End the weekend on a restorative note at the Japanese Tea Garden. Tenshi Health & Fitness experts will host a gentle yoga class and an immersive sound bath while surrounded in flora. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mat. To learn more, go to Eventbrite.

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Downtown San Antonio hotel fine tunes new high-tech recording studio

Photo by Brittany Sudwischer

You can now record an album where Robert Johnson recorded

One of the most important recordings in music history happened in San Antonio’s Gunter Hotel, and now patrons can try to make the second most important recording at a newly opened studio on the same property.

On November 23, 1936, Robert Johnson laid down the first of only two recordings he made in his life in Room 414 at the downtown hotel. Johnson's music became the keystone of blues and with it most modern pop music. including rock and roll. He was so talented on the guitar that popular legends hold he sold his soul to the devil;

The Gunter Hotel is honoring that legacy with a brand new, state-of-the-art recording studio on the site, the capstone of the hotel's $57 million renovation.

“From the very start of this renovation, we felt that we had a duty to honor the music that has filled these halls for over a century,” said owner Jiwon Choi in a statement. “We hope that the Gunter Studio will create more legendary musical moments that people will be talking about for years to come.”

Located on the hotel's second floor, it was designed by Michael Ramos and Steve Durr. The studio is equipped with a Neve Genesys Black 48-channel hybrid mixing console, Focal Trio studio monitors, and outboard gear from Universal Audio, Neve, Manley, and Pultec. Booking a session includes a dedicated sound engineer, and the space can comfortably accommodate a band of eight.

"We wanted to make sure this studio has everything a professional recording facility should have," said Ramos. "We worked to configure a layout that maximizes the acoustic properties of the space. Recording at the Gunter is more than a standard session; it's an opportunity to leave your mark on a place rich with musical history."

Though the studio is not located in Johnson's actual room, it can still be part of a patron's next album. Visitors are allowed to book the room and record there, then have the music piped down to the actual studio. Perfect for the musician hoping a little of Johnson's aura might rub off on their latest composition.

To celebrate the opening, Gunter Hotel is hosting public viewings from 6-7 pm on August 19, August 26, September 2, and September 9. This includes admission to the singer-songwriter series showcase being held in the accompanying studio lounge. Tickets are $15 and available from this link.

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