San Antonio Event Calendar
The Nutcracker Ballet, a timeless two-act masterpiece, has enchanted audiences as a cherished holiday tradition for countless years, weaving a captivating narrative of a young girl's dreams through the language of dance. San Antonio Dance, an accomplished junior dance company, takes immense pride in inviting you to its tenth annual rendition of The Nutcracker Ballet. […]
Blessing of the Animals Celebrate the love and joy our furry friends bring to our lives at the Blessing of the Animals! This special event is all about cats, dogs, and other furred companions, featuring a day filled with blessings, fun, and festivities. Bring your pet to enjoy a memorable experience! We look forward to […]
Sunday, December 1, 2024 6:30PM | Doors open 5:30PM 2 hours Venue: The Aztec Theatre (104 S St Mary's Street, San Antonio) A unique and joyful holiday mash-up for the whole family, THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER is a contemporary dance spectacle set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, the production is […]
Join fellow diners on Houston Street, between Navarro and North St. Mary’s streets, for a unique culinary experience featuring the diverse offerings of Houston Street’s restaurants and bars. This special evening will showcase a block-long communal table, inviting residents and visitors to dine and celebrate beneath the sparkling enhanced holiday lights of historic Houston Street, […]
Celebrate the timeless tradition of spreading joy with a San Antonio twist. Sing in the holidays by caroling with friends and family from a boat on the River Walk. The public is encouraged to enjoy the caroling for free from the banks of the river or while seated on a restaurant patio. Experience the sounds […]
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 7:00PM | Doors open 6:00PM Majestic Theatre Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert presents an live orchestral rendition of the series’ iconic soundtrack, paired with a nearly two-hour special recap of the animated series' three seasons displayed on a full-size cinema screen. The projection will feature the original dialogue and sound […]
Mariachi Extravaganza Music Festival Dates: December 5, 2024 - December 7, 2024 The Annual Mariachi Extravaganza Music Festival celebrates its 30th year in San Antonio from December 5-7, 2024. This event features the largest national mariachi group and vocal competitions, showcasing top-tier talent from school-based mariachi programs across the U.S. The multi-day festival includes three […]
Downtown River Walk (2 ½ mile downtown area) Experience the holiday serenity of the River Walk as you stroll along the lush banks of the San Antonio River guided by more than 2,000 Luminarias. This century’s old tradition begins at dusk Friday, Saturday & Sunday only for three weekends in December ember. Luminarias are a […]
The Polar Express Children’s Ballet of San Antonio Presents December 6-7, 2024 7pm/2pm | Doors open 6pm/1pm Charline McCombs Empire Theatre All aboard for the most magical journey of the season! Step into a world of wonder and imagination with the world premiere of The Polar Express: The Musical! Sure to be an unforgettable adventure, […]
SAN ANTONIO PHILHARMONIC We hold a cherished tradition of performing holiday concerts, and we are excited to once again present a Texas Folklórico Nutcracker that will ingeniously intertwine the rich tapestry of San Antonio’s diverse traditions and unique cultures. From the iconic Charros to the timeless Cowboys, our production will pay homage to the multi-faceted […]
© 2022 Ballet San Antonio Choreography by Haley Henderson Smith and Easton Smith The holidays aren’t complete until you experience the magic of Ballet San Antonio’s The Nutcracker! Make the journey with us through the Land of Snow and Sweets as this magical holiday tradition brings all kinds of dream characters to life: Nutcracker Prince, […]
Join us at 3:00pm on our back patio at 218 S. Presa for a delightful array of holiday refreshments prior to our boat’s departure! After refreshments, our boat trip will begin in La Villita on the beautiful San Antonio River for a 90 minute cruise exploring San Antonio ‘s Black History and the holiday lights […]
Christmas at the Caverns Presented By: Natural Bridge Caverns Dates: 12/7/2024, 12/8/2024, 12/14/2024, 12/15/2024, 12/20/2024, 12/21/2024, 12/22/2024, 12/23/2024 Kick your Christmas up a notch with Caroling in the Caverns, a beautiful stroll through the Trail of Lights, Santa & Mrs. Claus, S'mores, Hot Chocolate, Reindeer Roundup Maze and more family fun! Make it a memorable […]
Kenny G The Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour Tuesday, December 10, 2024 7PM | Doors open 6PM Majestic Theatre Multi-platinum selling, and Grammy-Award winning cultural icon Kenny G is coming to the Majestic Theatre on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Kenny G is the biggest selling instrumental musician of the modern era, and one of the […]
CMI | Christmas Baroque Brilliance Presented By: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts Dates: December 11, 2024 Celebrate the holiday season with the magic of Baroque music. Enjoy an evening with masterful performances of concerti by Bach, Vivaldi, and Corelli along with the most beloved Christmas carols, inviting all to sing in merriment. Come together […]
River Walk Holiday Artisan Show Presented By: San Antonio River Walk Dates: December 13, 2024 - December 15, 2024 River Walk Extension (on Chamber of Commerce sidewalk & close to Shops at Rivercenter) Vendors display and sell beautiful handmade merchandise along the San Antonio River Walk. Artisans are different for each show but usually include […]
Sponsored by La Familia Cortez Restaurants. For the last 10 years, La Gran Tamalada Festival continue to honor the tradition of making tamales. There will be Live Music Working Artist Pictures with Santa Food Booths From 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. For more information please call, 210-225-3955 or email at marketing@lafamiliacortez.com.
Former King Crimson members ADRIAN BELEW and TONY LEVIN band together with guitar virtuoso STEVE VAI and explosive Tool drummer DANNY CAREY for the first time to create BEAT, a creative reinterpretation of the three iconic 80s KING CRIMSON albums - Discipline, Beat, and Three Of A Perfect Pair. Only the greatest players in the […]
The Long Christmas Dinner - Thornton Wilder Presented By: IOOA Productions Dates: December 16, 2024 The Long Christmas Dinner – nine decades long – showcases the lives of several generations of the Bayard family. Wilder breaks the boundaries of time as we measure it, and invites us to partake of “one long, happy Christmas dinner” […]
Holidays on Houston Fun Run & 5K Presented By: Visit San Antonio, Centro, and the City of San Antonio Dates: December 17, 2024 The City of San Antonio presents the inaugural Holidays on Houston Fun Run! Holidays on Houston brings nostalgic, holiday fun to historic downtown San Antonio throughout the holiday season with festive lights, […]
Peter Pan Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - Sunday, December 22, 2024 Majestic Theatre This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and choreography by […]
Jazz club owner, pianist, and bandleader Doc Watkins is based in San Antonio, TX. He is the creator and co-host of the weekly radio program Live at Jazz, TX, syndicated through Texas Public Radio. Watkins is the owner and founder of Jazz, TX, a restaurant and jazz club located at the Historic Pearl Brewery in […]
Step into the festive atmosphere of the holidays through the music of Mariachi Sol de Mexico! The iconic mariachi band will once again make their way into Texas this holiday season to offer music lovers the most joyful and vibrant way to celebrate Christmas through authentic Mexican music. Led by the Los Angeles-based globetrotting mariachi […]
A Holiday Spectacular” is a joyous celebration that promises to delight audiences of all ages! Join Youth Orchestras of San Antonio (YOSA) and the Children's Chorus of San Antonio (CCSA) for an evening filled with classic Christmas songs and other holiday favorites. From lively orchestral arrangements to poignant choral pieces, this festive concert is the […]
Celebrate the holidays with the entire family at The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays, a mind-blowing showcase featuring jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts […]
Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season with the all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland, the perfect fusion of circus artistry and beloved holiday melodies. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the magical holiday extravaganza filled with music, marvels and merriment will ignite the festive spirit in all who attend. Featuring awe-inspiring acrobatics, gravity-defying aerial feats […]
Trans-Siberian Orchestra The Lost Christmas Eve Buy Tickets Date: Dec 27, 2024 Availability: On Sale Now Friday, December 27 3:00 PM Friday, December 27 7:30 PM TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES 2024 WINTER TOUR: THE LOST CHRISTMAS EVE Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) returns this holiday season with “The Lost Christmas Eve” on Friday, December 27 for two amazing […]
Friday, December 27th, 2024 Join the Valero Alamo Bowl Pub Crawl—a pregame tradition for football fans! Stroll San Antonio’s River Walk, enjoy FIVE vibrant stops downtown, and soak in over 100,000 Christmas lights. Lucky crawlers may win a chance to ride a river cruiser with the Alamo Bowl trophy. Plus, every wristband sold supports scholarship […]
Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this […]
Saturday, December 28th, 2024 Celebrate on the San Antonio River Walk with a festive party boat ride for just $30! Enjoy: Party favors 2 complimentary drinks High-energy pregame vibes Click below for more information. Tickets are limited — secure yours now for an unforgettable celebration! To purchase tickets click here.