Our top picks for things to do in san antonio this weekend (May 21-23) include:
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- Swan Lake
- Film on the Green: Back to the Future
- Yoga at Herff Farm – Adult Wellness Class
- Bee Day at the Garden
- Virtual Nature Walk: Insects
- Little Explorers at Cibolo Center
- Our Town by Thornton Wilder Directed by Mark Stringham
- Zachry Series: Spring Finale
- On a Stick Festival and more!!!
TOP PICK – Our Town by Thornton Wilder Directed by Mark Stringham
Our Town by Thornton Wilder Directed by Mark Stringham
This heartfelt classic drama by American playwright Thornton Wilder, tells the story of the fictional American small town of Grover’s Corners between 1901 and 1913 through the everyday lives of its citizens. How do the characters find meaning and contentment as their dreams, relationships, and futures unfold? Performed by The Classic Theatre.
Where: 555 FUNSTON PLACE SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209
When: Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, May 21 & 23 | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m
How Much: Adult $39.00; SR/MIL/EDU $35.00; Student $24.00
THINGS TO DO IN SAN ANTONIO THIS WEEKEND – BY DAY OF THE WEEKEND
FRIDAY
Swan Lak – Among our top picks for things to do this weekend in San Antonio
Swan Lake – The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio
The iconic ballet of Swan Lake is brought to life by the award-winning, Artistic Director and Founder of The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio, Vanessa Bessler. With nationally and internationally acclaimed dancers ranging in age from 3 to 21, viewers can see the future of ballet spinning into shape right before their very eyes.
Where: 100 Auditorium Circle San Antonio, TX 78205
When: MAY 21, 7:00 PM, MAY 22, 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM
How Much: Regular Ticket $69.50; Mezzanine General Admission $55.00; Balcony General Admission $35.00
Film on the Green: Back to the Future
Film on the Green Back to the Future
Transport back to the 1950s and watch Back to the Future at SAMA! See the original time-traveling Delorean with its flux capacitor at our pop-up exhibition, Movie Metal. There will be a cash bar and food truck available. Film begins at sundown.To accommodate physical distancing, space is limited and the event is first-come, first-served. Outdoor films in collaboration with Slab Cinema. Films begin at sundown. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. During inclement weather, films are cancelled.
Where: 200 West Jones Avenue San Antonio, TX 78215
When: May 21, 8:00 PM–11:00 PM
How Much: Free| First-come, first-served
SATURDAY
Yoga at Herff Farm – Adult Wellness Class
Yoga at Herff Farm – Adult Wellness Class
Join our community in a friendly and inclusive outdoor yoga class with a focus on mindfulness and awareness that allows you to explore what feels good in your body. We will play with mobility, balance, and strength in our practice as we move and breathe together in the glorious outdoor spaces at the Historic Herff Farm. Grab your mat, your water bottle, and any personal props you would like to use and meet us at the Farmer’s Market every Saturday at 10:00 a.m.
Where: 33 Herff Rd Boerne, TX 78006
When: May 22, 10:00am-11:00am
How Much: $15 per session
Bee Day at the Garden
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is celebrating the hardworking bees of San Antonio with its Bee Day! The celebration, held primarily in the Zachry Foundation Culinary Garden, will be abuzz with activities and learning opportunities; featuring honey culinary demos, observation beehives, kids activities, adult educational workshops, tours, cash bar with honey themed drinks prepared by Jason Dady Catering, and more.
Where: 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio TX 78209
When: Saturday, May 22 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
How Much: Included with Garden admission and membership
Virtual Nature Walk: Insects
Nicolas Phillips, an expert student of Entomology and an award-winning insect collector, will teach us the basics of arthropods and all the ways insects and arthropods are beneficial. Registration is not necessary but required to be emailed the login information.
Where: Join us online to learn about the insects in Hardberger Park!
When: Saturday, May 22, 2021 9:00 AM 10:00 AM
How Much: Free
Little Explorers at Cibolo Center – Makes our list of top picks for things to do this weekend in San Antonio
Join us for an hour of outdoor fun designed for families and children ages 3-5. It is time to introduce your children to the fantastic world of nature at the beloved Cibolo Center for Conservation! Get up close with wildlife, play games, read along during storytime, and sing songs in our parent/adult and child classes. Classes will be kept small to ensure safety.
Where: Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX 78006
When: May 22, 10 am to 11 am
How Much: $5 per child per class. Children under 3 are free
SUNDAY
Our Town by Thornton Wilder Directed by Mark Stringham
Our Town by Thornton Wilder Directed by Mark Stringham
This heartfelt classic drama by American playwright Thornton Wilder, tells the story of the fictional American small town of Grover’s Corners between 1901 and 1913 through the everyday lives of its citizens. How do the characters find meaning and contentment as their dreams, relationships, and futures unfold? Performed by The Classic Theatre.
Where: 555 FUNSTON PLACE SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209
When: Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, May 21 & 23 | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m
How Much: Adult $39.00; SR/MIL/EDU $35.00; Student $24.00
Zachry Series: Spring Finale
The YOSA Philharmonic plays its first live concert in more than a year, featuring clarinetist Anthony McGill as guest soloist. The New York Philharmonic’s first African-American principal player, McGill will bring his “trademark brilliance, penetrating sound, and rich character” (New York Times) to the beloved Mozart Clarinet Concerto. The concert opens with irresistibly tuneful dances by Florence Price and closes with Ludwig van Beethoven’s energetic Eighth Symphony. Don’t miss the YOSA Philharmonic’s return to the Tobin Center stage for the first time since March 2020.
Where: 100 Auditorium Circle San Antonio, TX 78205
When: MAY 23, 7:00 PM
How Much: Not Specified
On a Stick Festival
San Antonio Zoo is bringing all the WILD foods, drinks, and fun of your favorite festivals in and around the Lone Star State all in one place during our On A Stick Festival! Join us every Saturday and Sunday from April 24 – May 23 for our On A Stick Festival! and enjoy themed food, drinks, and fun in our four ZOO-nique realms Zoo Fiesta, Croctoberfest, State Fair, Mardi-CRAW.
Where: 3903 N. St. Mary’s Street San Antonio, TX 78212-3199
When: Saturday and Sunday from April 24 – May 23
How Much: Adults (ages 12+): $24.99, Children (ages 3-11): $20.99
