Adventure across the city and enjoy Mole tastings, candlelight concerts, and live music at a handful of local festivals. Experience a live exhibit in honor of el Día de los Muertos or spark your curiosity at Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival. Check out the top seven things to do in San Antonio this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Witness six Catrinas up close at The Shops at La Cantera's special live exhibit on October 20.
Thursday, October 17
Centro Cultural Aztlan presents 16th Annual Mole Festival
Celebrate the cultural impact and culinary history of mole at this special foodie festival at the Deco District. Guests can taste some of the best moles in San Antonio, which are then judged by attendees and special guest judges alike. In addition to the mole itself, visitors can enjoy live music performances and a local artist market. Tickets are available now.
Friday, October 18
San Antonio River Foundation presents Twilight Farmers Market
The monthly artisan market hosted by the San Antonio River Foundation continues at Confluence Park. Highlights include free fruits and vegetables distributed by SA Metro Health, live music by Mr. Pidge, and the chance to shop from local farmers and growers under the stars. Admission is free and open to the public.
Fever presents Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Celebrate Halloween with a musical selection of spooky-inspired classics under a candlelight glow at the Josephine Theatre. Audiences will experience a program performed by the Listeso String Quartet that will include Michael Jackson's "Thriller," "This is Halloween" from The Nightmare Before Christmas, and more. Shows are scheduled through October 26.
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club presents D.L. Hughley
Comedian, radio personality and actor D.L. Hughley brings his humor to the stage at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club. Acclaimed as one of the Original Kings of Comedy, his career spans decades, and he’s best known for his sitcom, The Hughleys. Performances are scheduled through October 20.
Saturday, October 19
Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival
Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival returns for another evening of illuminating and imaginative creations brought to life through a diverse group of more than 100 artists from various disciplines. This year’s event is hosted at St. Paul Square and will feature live music performances, large-scale art installations, theatre, poetry, and more. Admission is free and open to the public. Visit the festival website for more information.
San Antonio Current presents San Antonio Beer Festival
Cheers to all things beer at the return of the annual San Antonio Beer Festival. Attendees to the festival at Pride San Antonio, Inc. will get access to pourings of premium and craft beers sourced from more than 100 breweries around the world. Additional highlights include live music, games, food booths, local vendors, and food truck offerings. This event is for adults only. Tickets and a full schedule of events are available on the festival website.
Sunday, October 20
Shops at La Cantera presents Catrina Live Exhibit Experience
The Shops at La Cantera host a special musical performance and art exhibition to honor el Día de los Muertos, in partnership with San Antonio’s Premier Classic Vocalists and San Antonio Arts Collective. Six live Catrinas will appear in custom-designed, hand-crafted attire and headpieces, complete with accessories and makeup. Guests to the live exhibit can snag photo opportunities and enjoy dynamic interaction from the Catrinas while they are displayed in 30-minute intervals. Traditional folklore and popular favorite Mexican songs will be performed for attendees to add to the rich and immersive experience.
