Top 10 Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend (May 16–18, 2025)

Looking for fun, food, and culture this weekend in San Antonio? We've curated a list of the top 10 events happening around the city from Friday to Sunday. Whether you're into live music, food festivals, or unique experiences, there's something for everyone!

🎶 1. Tejano Conjunto Festival

📍 Rosedale Park
📅 May 16–18
Celebrate the 43rd annual Tejano Conjunto Festival with performances by Los Fantasmas Del Valle, Eva Ybarra y su Conjunto Siempre, and more. Kids 12 and under get in free! MySA+4San Antonio Things To Do+4guadalupeculturalarts.org+4

🦞 2. Eggrollin’ Food Truck Grand Opening

📍 Little Death Wine Bar, 2327 N. St. Mary’s St.
📅 Saturday, May 17 | 6–9 PM
Experience a fusion of flavors with unique egg rolls like the Cardi Beef and Lobsta Rhymes. This new food truck is a collaboration between Sari-Sari Filipino Restaurant and Stuffed Burritos. MySA

👻 3. San Antonio Psychic & Spirit Fest

📍 Victoria’s Black Swan Inn
📅 May 17–18
Explore the paranormal with psychics, mediums, and the infamous Annabelle doll from Ed and Lorraine Warren’s Occult Museum. Viewing times are from 4–11 PM on Saturday and 11 AM–3 PM on Sunday. MySA

🎷 4. Jazz in the Garden

📍 Japanese Tea Garden
📅 Friday, May 16 | 6:30–9 PM
Enjoy live jazz in a serene setting. Admission is free with a suggested $5 donation. San Antonio Express-News+12San Antonio Things To Do+12MySA+12

🍽️ 5. River Walk Restaurant Week

📍 San Antonio River Walk
📅 Through Sunday, May 18
Indulge in prix fixe menus ranging from $25 lunches to $55 dinners at over two dozen participating restaurants. Axios

🎭 6. Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

📍 Wonder Theatre
📅 May 16–18
Experience the inspiring true story of Carole King's journey to stardom in this Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical. San Antonio Express-News+1San Antonio Things To Do+1

🎨 7. World Oddities Expo

📍 Freeman Coliseum
📅 May 16–17 | 11 AM–7 PM
Discover a marketplace of the bizarre with unique creations from artists and small businesses, including taxidermy, macabre art, and oddity-inspired jewelry. San Antonio Things To Do

🏈 8. San Antonio Gunslingers vs. San Diego Strike Force

📍 Freeman Coliseum
📅 Saturday, May 17 | 7:05 PM
Cheer on the San Antonio Gunslingers as they take on the San Diego Strike Force in this exciting Indoor Football League matchup. Wikipedia

🍷 9. Mariachi Sip and Cruise

📍 GO RIO River Cruises, 202 E. Nueva St.
📅 May 16–31
Enjoy a 45–50 minute cruise along the Historic River Walk with live mariachi music and two beverages included. San Antonio Things To Do

🧘 10. Meditation at Chris Park

📍 Chris Park
📅 Saturday, May 17
Participate in a guided meditation session in the tranquil setting of Chris Park. A perfect way to relax and rejuvenate over the weekend. San Antonio Express-News

🌤️ Weather Note:
Be aware that a storm system is expected to move across Texas starting Thursday, May 15, bringing potential severe weather, including large hail and damaging winds. Parts of South Central Texas, including San Antonio, may experience some storm activity. Stay updated with local weather forecasts and plan accordingly. MySA

Enjoy your weekend in San Antonio!