Below is a list of select events taking place in the San Antonio area. Have a local event you would like Focus On San Antonio to promote? Email all the details to eortiz@journalist.com.
MUSIC
June 16
Boerne Village Band performs as part of a family-friendly summer concert series held on Main Plaza every other Tuesday night in a celebration of Boerne’s German heritage. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Boerne Main Plaza
June 18
The Live @ Landa: Concert in the Park series continues at Landa Park with performances by Cactus Country and Elysha Lemaster. The family friendly event includes kids’ activities and food trucks. Visitors can bring lawn chairs or a blanket. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free. 164 Landa Park Road, New Braunfels
June 21
San Antonio Botanical Garden and Alamo City Arts will host a Make Music Day San Antonio event, which marks the year’s longest day with a curated mix of music blending with nature and community. This is a family friendly activity. 4-10 p.m. Admission is free, but registration is encouraged. 555 Funston Place
STAGE
Weekly
Woodlawn Comedy at Woodlawn Theatre presents Friday Night Lights. Each Friday night features standup comics or improv comedy activities. Ages 21-over allowed. Seating is first-come, first-served. 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. 1920 Fredericksburg Road
Now through June 14
Wonder Theatre hosts performances of “Cabaret,” the famed musical that revolves around life at the Kit Kat Klub in Berlin at the dawn of the jazz era and during the rise of Nazism. Final shows 7:30 p.m. June 12; 2 and 7:30 p.m. June 13’ and 2:30 p.m. June 14. Tickets: $35 adults; discounts available for students, teachers, seniors, military, first responders and children. Special Pride Month adult ticket $30 available for the June 5 show. Wonderland of the Americas Mall, 4522 Fredericksburg Road, Balcones Heights
June 13
Following a months-long closure for major improvements, The Magik Theatre at Hemisfair will welcome audiences back with a grand reopening and a performance of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar.” The city recently finished a nearly $4 million renovation of the former Beethoven Hall, which houses the children’s theatrical company. Upgrades including custom-made theatre seats, a new HVAC system, safety enhancements, and more accessible entrances and seating for mobility-challenged guests.
The grand opening kicks off at noon with a free, public ribbon-cutting and guest speakers, followed by a free public party inside Hemisfair, and a first look at the new interior renovations for patrons. Showtime is 2 p.m. The performance will be followed by a reception, guided building tours and backstage access. Other performances of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” will continue through Aug. 2. Admission: $26.50-$33.50. 420 S. Alamo St.
June 20
The Krishna Co. debuts Top of the Frost, a new live music and live comedy series with performances atop the Frost Bank Tower. Designed for streaming and online audiences, Top of the Frost launches with five Texas and nationally acclaimed musical acts – Eric Tessmer, Tameca Jones, Blackillac, Sana Sana, James Bullard and Abomic Toms – alongside two popular San Antonio comedians, Nacya Marreiro and Chris Tellez. 7 p.m. Tickets: $100-$150. Top floor, Frost Bank Tower, 111 W. Houston St.
CINEMA
June 12
Bexar County continues its Friday Night Flicks series with a free, family friendly screening of “Jurassic Park Rebirth” at Rodriguez Park. A meet and greet with movie co-star Audrina Miranda begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie start time is estimated at 8:30 p.m. Attendees may bring a blanket or lawn chair. Concessions will be available on site. 2060 Rodriguez Ave.
June 12
Boerne Parks and Recreation Department presents a Movie in the Pool screening of the live action version of “Lilo and Stitch.” Visitors may bring blankets, lawn chairs and swim gear. 7 p.m. Admission is free. Boerne City Park, 106 City Park Road
June 12-13
The inaugural Elemental Film Festival premieres, offering screenings of 20-plus juried short documentary and feature films and student films that focus on core, elemental stories, and on ideas and concepts reflective of the basic elements of earth, air, water and fire. All activities are free and open to the public. A filmmaker-centric mixer kicks things off 6:30-9:30 p.m. June 12 at Pizzeria Vesuvio, 1110 S. Alamo St. Screenings will be held at the San Antonio College Longwith Building, 110 W. Courtland Place. Screenings will be interspersed with Q&A sessions.
June 18
San Antonio World Heritage Office will offer a free, family friendly screening of “Hidden Figures” outdoors at Mission Marquee Plaza. Attendees may bring a blanket or lawn chair and their leashed pet. Concessions will be available on site. Venue opens at 7 p.m.; the movie starts about 15 minutes after sunset. 3100 Roosevelt Ave.
June 20
San Antonio World Heritage Office will offer a free, family friendly screening of “Superman” (2025) outdoors at Mission Marquee Plaza. Attendees may bring a blanket or lawn chair and their leashed pet. Concessions will be available on site. Venue opens at 7 p.m.; the movie starts about 15 minutes after sunset. 3100 Roosevelt Ave.
WELLNESS
Weekly
Wellness at The Tobin is a weekly series of fitness and exercise classes designed to nurture the body and mind. Classes are held from 10-11 a.m. Saturdays at the Will Naylor Riverwalk Plaza. Dress and equip yourselves accordingly. Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle.
LITERARY
June 13
Friends of Encino Branch Library will present a pop-up used book sale, which will also include CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is free. 2515 E. Evans Road
June 20
Esperanza Center will host a launch party for “The Donkey Lady/A Graphic Parable,” a youngster-friendly reimagining of the famed piece of San Antonio folklore. “The Donkey Lady” turns a fabled tragedy into a Chicana narrative centered on resilience, compassion, and historical justice. The book was written by former San Antonio and Texas Poet Laureate Carmen Tafolla with illustrations by Thelma Ortiz-Muraida. There will be readings of excerpts, a book signing, an exhibit of Ortiz-Muraida’s original artwork, conjunto music, and light refreshments. 3-6 p.m. Admission is free, but registration is encouraged. 922 San Pedro Ave.
SPECIAL EXHIBITS
Now through July 6
“Otherwild’ is an immersive exhibit featuring the works of artist Patrick Shearn and his studio, Poetic Kinetics, who are renowned for turning public spaces into areas of magic, movement, and awe. Visitors will engage two sections. One is Flora Borealis, a custom Skynet installation that uses ultra-lightweight materials to mimic the flowing movement of birds and fish. The other section, Enchanted Trees, is a sculptural grove of 10 imaginary species that celebrate nature’s diversity. Entry with garden admission. Additionally, in celebration of National Garden Week, SABG launches Neighbors in Nature Days with the first Neighbors Day June 12, when Bexar County residents can get in for $7 and learn about the garden’s purpose and programming. San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place.
Now through Aug. 16
The Witte Museum is hosting “The Robot Zoo,” an installation that turns familiar creatures such as a chameleon, a platypus and a housefly into larger-than-life mechanical marvels, showing how nature works through engineering. Entry with museum admission. 3801 Broadway St.
Now through Sept. 7
The San Antonio Zoo is hosting Zoorassic Park, a display of 22 animatronic dinosaurs, including Tyrannosaurus Rex, a velociraptor, and a triceratops. Visitors can learn about the prehistoric creatures, how they moved and ate, and even get a photo op with them. Entry with zoo admission. 3903 N. St. Mary’s St.
Now through Sept. 7
The DoSeum hosts “Dinosaurs in Motion,” which features 14 life-size, interactive dinosaur sculptures crafted from recycled metal. Visitors are invited to engage directly with the mechanics behind each piece using levers, pulleys and remote controls to set the massive kinetic sculptures in motion. Here, guests, especially youngsters, can learn how to channel their curiosity and creativity. Entry with museum admission. 2800 Broadway St.
ART EXHIBITS
Now through June 18
The local classical music group Agarita is presenting the exhibition, “The Living Edge: Contemporary Craft in Texas” at the Agarita Loft, a Southtown gallery. This exhibit features works by local artists who expand craft traditions through textiles, wood, metal, ceramics, and hybrid media. Art work sales proceeds support the participating artists and Agarita. Admission is free. 724 S. Alamo St., Suite 2
Now through June 30
Mexican-American Civil Rights Institute is hosting “You Have the Right! Mexican Americans and the Due Process of the Law,” an exhibit explores three renowned court cases involving Mexican Americans and Mexican-perceived individuals. The cases have proven significant to the interpretation of the Fifth, Sixth, and Fourteenth Amendments, and helped to shape interpretation of due process of U.S. law. Public viewing is available 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. and by appointment on weekdays. Admission is free. MACRI, 2123 Buena Vista St.
Now through July 5
McNay Art Museum is hosting “Mystic Threads,” Angelica Raquel’s exhibit that features fiber-based work inspired by a familial and regional cultural history rooted in folklore. Entry with museum admission. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave.
Now through July 5
San Antonio Museum of Art is hosting “New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations,” an exhibition of works of four African artists that enable visitors to explore the traditional festive event known as the masquerade. Entry with museum admission. 200 W. Jones Ave.
Now through July 11
Bihl Haus Arts is hosting “Posing Stories,” an exhibit of artist Pearla Sanchez’s new works that are inspired by the hundreds of sketches that she has created over the years. Admission is free. 2803 Fredericksburg Road
Now through July 18
Centro Cultural Aztlan is hosting the exhibition, “Infinity Square,” featuring works by local artists Louis Vega Treviño and Ben Mata. Their works examine and illustrate the use of color, balance, rhythm, and geometry. Admission is free. 1800 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 103
Now showing
The Beacon at Midtown Gallery is hosting “The Visions We Manifest,” exhibition that highlights the perspectives of 13 artists under age 40. Admission is free. 1136 W. Woodlawn Ave.
Now through July 19
ArtPace is hosting individual exhibits of works from artists currently participating in ArtPace’s 2026 International Artists-In-Residence program: Việt Lê, Mel Chin, Violette Bule, and Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander. Admission is free. 445 N. Main Ave.
Now through Aug. 9
McNay Art Museum is hosting “Garden Party: Nature on Paper,” an exhibition that explores how humans live with and shape the natural world. The display features prints, drawings, photographs, paintings and sculpture from the McNay’s permanent collection. Entry with museum admission. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave.
Now through Aug. 30
Ruby City is hosting “Sensing Meaning, Abstract Painting,” a selection of 20-plus artists’ works from the mid-20th century through today that explore the art of abstraction. The exhibition runs through Aug. 30. Admission is free. 150 Camp St.
Now through Aug. 30
“A Postmodernist Says ¿Que?” is an exhibition that explores the Latinx experience framed within various realms of humor as a way for individuals and groups to connect to and understand each other. Admission is free. Centro de Artes, 101 S. Santa Rosa St.
Now through Jan. 4, 2027
Briscoe Western Art Museum will host “Selena Forever/Siempre Selena,” an exhibit featuring San Antonio photographer John Dyer’s images that help to celebrate the life and career of the late Tejano star Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. The photos were captured during Selena’s rise to international stardom in the early 1990s, and offer an intimate look at the artist who transformed Tejano music, giving it another layer of visibility for established and new fans. The Briscoe will offer screenings of the documentary “Selena y Los Dinos” June 21, and the feature biopic “Selena” July 19. Entry with museum admission. 210 W. Market St.
Now through Jan. 9, 2027
The Witte Museum is hosting “The Witte Museum: 100 Years,” an exhibition that shows visitors how the institution has interpreted and shared the story of Texas through natural history specimens, cultural artifacts, Texas art, and global collections. Admission by museum entry fee. 3801 Broadway St.
Now through Jan. 15. 2027
The exhibit “Built on Legacy: Artists of San Antonio” features paintings, prints, installations, and more from 23 artists, living and deceased, reflecting San Antonio’s artistic community over the last 50 years. Admission is free. Centro de Artes Culture Commons gallery, 115 Plaza de Armas
June 11-May 30, 2027
Institute of Texan Cultures will host “Puro Conjunto: Border(less) Sound,” an exhibit of photos, instruments, posters and other artifacts that demonstrate the power of Conjunto music, and how it was shaped by German and Eastern European immigrants, and influenced by Tejano communities drawing on Indigenous, Spanish, and Mexican traditions. Entry with museum admission. 111 W. Houston St., Suite 121.
June 13
SAY Si will benefit from El Esplendor Del Arte Chicano, a celebration of Chicano art featuring a curated selection of works from the personal collection of Harriett and Ricardo Romo. There will also be art on display from SAY Si’s senior thesis exhibit, as well as artwork featured by SAY Si staff, board members, alumni, students, and friends of SAY Si. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free, but RSVP is encouraged. 1310 S. Brazos St.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Weekly
The city of San Antonio is launching Downtown Thursday, a series of family friendly, public block parties that serve as a way for residents and visitors to experience different parts of downtown. Programming after 5 p.m. includes music, art, culture, complimentary light bites and beverages, kids’ activities and more. The Local SATX micro‑transit service will also offer transportation from other downtown locations to the event each time. Free parking will be available in the City Tower Garage, 60 N. Flores St. after 5 p.m.
Now through June 18
Baptist Health System invites community members to take part in its 12th annual Healthy Over Hungry cereal drive to benefit the San Antonio Food Bank. Through June 18, anyone can bring healthy cereal box donations to any of the seven San Antonio Baptist Health System hospitals and affiliated entities. In Texas approximately, one in six children experience food insecurity. Approximately 35% of individuals served by the local food bank are children. Whole-grain cereal, when part of a healthy, balanced breakfast including dairy, fruit and lean protein, is a popular food item that experts say can easily address the hunger gap during the summer months when children are not in school.
June 11
San Antonio Department of Arts and Culture invites the community to its fifth annual Pride Night event at Culture Commons Gallery. This celebration of the local LGBTQIA2S+ will include music, poetry, folkloric dance and opportunities to view the gallery’s exhibits. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free. 115 Plaza de Armas
June 12
The 30th anniversary celebration of Robert Rodriguez’s iconic action/horror hit “From Dusk to Dawn” begins with a film screening. It will be followed with a Q&A with the director and a performance by his band, Chingon. 7 p.m. Tickets start at $35.25. Aztec Theatre, 104 N. St. Mary’s St.
June 13
San Antonio city representatives invite residents to an open house about the city’s efforts to develop a complete streets design guide. A complete streets approach focuses on designing and building safer streets for everyone including those who walk, bike, use a wheelchair, use public transportation, and drive. In September 2024, the city updated its complete streets policy, and is now creating a guide by which anyone can use to design a complete street. 1-3 p.m. Admission is free. Central Library, 600 Soledad St.
June 13
This Is 4 My Girlz, a Converse-based nonprofit that empowers local young girls, will benefit from Unity in the Park, a community field day and resource fair. This Juneteenth-themed, family friendly event is designed to foster unity through friendly competitions, fellowship, food and collaboration. There will also be prize drawings, entertainment and vendors. Attendees are urged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes, sunscreen, and bring lawn chairs or a tent/canopy. Attendees may also donate a new or gently used purse for the Stuff the Purse project. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Entry: $5 per individual participant; group rates available. North Park, 8200 Spring Town St., Converse
June 13
Hecho a Mano En Verano/Made by Hand (Summer Version) is a mid-year edition of the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center’s popular holiday event, which features several area artisans offering homemade, handmade jewelry, textiles and artwork. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is free. GCAG Latino Bookstore, 1300 Guadalupe St.
June 13
The annual Boerne Pride Walk is a family friendly event that starts and ends at the Patrick Heath Public Library. Vendor and resource booths will be available on site 9-11:30 a.m. The walk begins at 10:15 a.m.
June 13
San Antonio Botanical Garden will host its annual Brews and Blooms Craft Beer Festival, a relaxed 21+ event featuring craft beer tastings, live entertainment, and a local vendor market set throughout the garden. VIP guests will enjoy early access and exclusive lounge privileges inside the Carriage House. 4-9 p.m. Admission: $30-$75. 555 Funston Place
June 13-14
Alamo Card Show will feature dozens of vendors buying, selling and trading sports and nonsports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, Funko Pops, toys, autographs, comics and more. Snacks will be sold. Former Spurs star Bruce Bowen will be available for photos and autographs during the weekend. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 13-14. Admission: $10 adults one day, $15 adults two-day pass; free for kids ages 10-under. 247 Church, 5415 N. Loop 1604 E.
June 16
San Antonio District 9 City Councilmember Misty Spears will hold a town hall on the city’s proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, which is under development toward finalization this September. 6-7 p.m. Encino Branch Library, 2515 E. Evans Road
June 19-20
San Antonio Juneteenth Festival will offer food booths, a fish fry, children’s activities, gospel groups, community vendors, a health fair and more. Festivities begin at 11 a.m. each day. Admission is free. Comanche Park, 2600 Rigsby Ave. (SAJF will also have other Juneteenth events citywide over the rest of the month. See the event link for details.)
June 20
San Antonio Juneteenth Freedom Day Block Party and Fair will feature live music, vendors, food trucks and more. 3-9 p.m. Admission is free. St. Paul Square, 1174 E. Commerce St. (The event organizer will have other Juneteenth events all month long around town. See the event link for more information.
June 20
The public is invited to the grand opening of the Zipp Family Sports Park, a nearly 130-acre multi-sport complex that will be a regional hub for youth sports tournaments and community recreation at 1655 FM 1044. Zipp Family Sports Park has facilities for athletes of all ages and abilities, including soccer, baseball, softball, and other field sports, along with concessions, restrooms, shade structures, and parking.
Festivities start with a 3K run/walk hosted by the New Braunfels Running Club. Participation is free, but registration is required at www.newbraunfels.gov/zippopening. Activities continue with a DJ and games from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. There will also be a baseball pitch, hit and run competition for kids. Participation is free, but registration is required at www.newbraunfels.gov/zippopening Additionally, there are soccer shootouts beginning at noon featuring local high school soccer players.
