Music, ballet movement, and a Margarita competition are on our radar for the days ahead. Catch a special production of Swan Lake, or see who’s crowned the Margarita Queen or King of the city. Check out the top seven things to do in San Antonio this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, April 25
Musical Bridges Around The World presents The Quilt: A Living History of African American Music
Bring the entire family to the Carver Community Cultural Center for a matinee screening of The Quilt: A Living History of African American Music. In addition to the film, guests will enjoy a live movement and drumming activity led by dancer Tanesha Payne and percussionist T’Bow Gonzalez. This film is recommended for ages 8 and up. Admission is free with registration on the event website.
Bianca Del Rio: Dead Inside Comedy Tour
Pop culture star and comedian Bianca Del Rio performs live at Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. The self-described insult comic is best known for her memorable breakout appearance on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Guests can expect big laughs and even bigger fashion moments at this no-holds-barred show.
Friday, April 26
World Ballet Series: Swan Lake
The classic story of Swan Lake comes to the Majestic Theatre for one night only. The special World Ballet Series production will include Tchaikovsky's timeless score, intricate costume work, the "Dance of the Little Swans," and 32 fouettés performed by Odile, the evil black swan. A limited number of tickets are still available.
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club presents Concrete
Radio personality, musician, and comedian Cristian “Concrete” Gutierrez performs a block of shows at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club. He’s best known for his popular radio records, Certified Kush and We Can Make it Rain, which both aired on Los Angeles-based radio station Power 106 and 35. Performances are scheduled through April 28.
Saturday, April 27
99.5 KISS & 106.7 The Eagle present Margarita Pour Off
Drinks and music collide at this boozy event at The Espee. Attendees will get to sample some of the best Margarita recipes in San Antonio during the cocktail competition. While the drinks pour, guests can groove to live music performances by Great White, Slaughter, Quiet Riot, and Liliac. This event is family-friendly, but alcoholic beverages will be served only to those 21 and up.
Agarita in concert with Santiago Cañón Valencia
San Antonio chamber group Agarita joins forces with award-winning cellist Santiago Cañón-Valencia for a performance at the Carver Community Cultural Center. The concert will focus on Cañón-Valencia's Colombian roots and his life as a painter and photographer through music. Admission to this event is free and open to the public.
World Ballet Series performs Swan Lake at Majestic Theatre on April 26.
Sunday, April 28
San Antonio Chamber Music Society presents Viva Tango!
The San Antonio Chamber Music Society performs its final concert of the 2023-2024 season at Trinity Baptist Church. This production features six Viva Tango! musicians who will take the audience on a journey through the world of tango and its rich Argentine history that has since spread worldwide. Tickets are available now. Admission is free for students and active military members.
