🎉 Top 10 Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend

📅 August 8–10, 2025 | Your Guide to Local Fun

Looking for plans this weekend? From live music and cultural events to delicious dining and family fun, San Antonio is buzzing with activity! Here are 10 must-do events to make the most of your weekend:

🔹 1. Free Screening: Leguizamo Does America

• 📍 Carver Community Cultural Center

• 🕒 Friday, Aug 8 | Doors at 6:30 PM, Screening at 7:15 PM

• 🎤 Special Guest: Congressman Joaquin Castro will give opening remarks

• 🎬 Join John Leguizamo for a special free screening of his show highlighting Latino culture across America

• 💵 FREE admission!

🔹 2. Locals Day at San Antonio Zoo

• 📍 3903 N. St. Mary’s St.

• 🕒 Thursday, Aug 8 (bonus event before weekend)

• 🐘 Discounted admission for Bexar County residents

• 🌟 Don’t miss the Big Bugs animatronic exhibit

• 💵 Bring ID for discounted entry

🔹 3. AquaGlow at Aquatica

• 📍 Aquatica San Antonio (SeaWorld)

• 🕒 Nightly through August 16

• 🌊 Glow-in-the-dark slides, light shows & DJ dance parties

• 💡 Perfect for summer nights with kids or friends

🔹 4. Culinaria Summer Restaurant Weeks (Aug 9–23)

• 🍽️ Over 120 restaurants across San Antonio participating

• 📋 Enjoy prix-fixe 3-course meals for lunch & dinner

• 💲 Lunch: $20–$30 | Dinner: $35–$55

• 🌟 Great chance to try high-end dining at a discounted price

🔹 5. Lisa Lisa Live at Frost Bank Center

• 📍 1 Frost Bank Center Dr.

• 🕒 Friday, Aug 9 | 7:30 PM

• 🎶 Relive the best of the ‘80s with Lisa Lisa, Exposé, and Montell Jordan

• 🕺 A must for freestyle and old-school fans

• 🎟️ Tickets start around $35

🔹 6. Benefit Concert at Sam’s Burger Joint

• 📍 330 E. Grayson St.

• 🕒 Saturday, Aug 10 | Evening

• 🎤 Local artists performing to raise funds for Hill Country flood victims

• 🍔 Grab a burger and support a great cause

🔹 7. Gruene Hall Sunday Highlights

• 📍 Gruene Hall, New Braunfels

• 🕒 Sunday, Aug 10

• 🎻 Live acoustic show supporting flood relief efforts

• 🎬 Cultural events across the city including:

  • Israeli Film at the Jewish Community Center

  • Classical performance by the Olmos Ensemble

  • Liars Contest in Boerne — storytelling fun!

🔹 8. Tejas Rodeo Company – Bulverde

• 📍 401 Obst Rd, Bulverde, TX

• 🕒 Saturday, Aug 9 | Gates open at 5 PM, Rodeo starts at 7:30 PM

• 🐎 Live rodeo events: bull riding, barrel racing & team roping

• 🎶 Live music and food trucks to follow

• 🎟️ Family-friendly and authentic Texas experience

🔹 9. Boerne Movies in the Park – The Wild Robot

• 📍 Main Plaza, Downtown Boerne

• 🕒 Saturday, Aug 9 | Sunset (around 8 PM)

• 🍿 Free outdoor movie screening

• 🧺 Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks

🔹 10. Hatch Chile Stroll – Central Market Alamo Heights

• 📍 4821 Broadway St.

• 🕒 Friday, Aug 8 | 4 PM – 7 PM

• 🌶 Sample Hatch chile everything — sauces, salsas, burgers & more

• 🎉 Fun giveaways and back-to-school events

📝 Final Thoughts:

This weekend in San Antonio is packed with something for everyone—concerts, culture, food, and outdoor fun. Whether you’re a foodie, music lover, or just looking for a laid-back night out, August 8–10 is the perfect time to get out and explore.

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