Saturday Funday in Alamo City! Here’s our list of Fun Events in San Antonio Today – Saturday, the 18th of January, 2025.


Editor’s Note: We work hard to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, all information is subject to change! As always, please verify with the organizer before heading out!

In case you are wondering about the choice of listings in this article, here is how we come up with our recommendations.

For a complete list of this weekend’s event take a look at Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend. 


Fun Events in San Antonio Today for Adults

Cosmic Creatures Market with @chifladaandco.crafts

The Cherrity Bar is hosting a really fun artist this weekend! Cosmic Creatures Market will feature “cute, spooky, alien, alternative, and/or horror vendors.”

This is an all-ages event, so macabre lovers who are both new to the world or have plenty of experience will find at least one thing they enjoy.

The Cherrity Bar is also a fantastic ramen spot without all the spooky-sparkly vendors, so definitely find time to grab a bite.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 7 pm – 11 pm
Where: The Cherrity Bar, 302 Montana St, San Antonio, TX 78203
How much: Free entry


Xpress Urself Mini-Arts Festival – Creating A Neighborhood of Self-Expression

As part of DreamWeek San Antonio, Xpress Urself Mini-Arts Festival is calling you for free interactive workshops. These include T-shirt decorating, vision board creations, arts and crafts, painting, a resource fair, and more!

DreamWeek San Antonio is an annual event that focuses on “the free exchange of ideas on universal issues affecting humanity” (per their website). While this is a fun, hands-on activity, I encourage readers to see what other events they have running through the end of the summit.

There are a variety of topics, from swords to yoga to community building and so much more, and you can even create a personalized DreamBoard of events on their website to keep track of what you want to learn.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 1 pm – 4 pm
Where: Cody Library, 11441 Vance Jackson Rd, San Antonio, TX 78230
How much: Free


Rhythm and Beats Day Party

Things to do in San Antonio this weekend

Image credit: The Rock at La Cantera Facebook

Party all day with Rhythm and Beats! Make your way to The Rock at La Cantera for an epic day party!

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 2 pm – 6 pm
Where: The Rock at La Cantera, 1 Spurs Wy, San Antonio, TX 78256
How much: Free entry


New Year Photo Walk

Have a chill and Saturday with friends from Digital Pro Lab. They’re inviting you for a New Year Photo Walk. You’re in for a day of coffee, cameras, and community. 

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 10 am – 11:30 pm
Where: โ€‹Meet @ โ€‹PRESS Coffee @ The Boardwalk, 4035 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Free


Open Mic Night with Guitar Dojo

Fun Events in San Antonio Today, Saturday, the 18th of January, 2025

Image Credit: The Guitar Dojo FB Page

Whether you’re a veteran on the stage or just want to try your voice on it, you’re welcome to Open Mic Night with Guitar Dojo, Derek Badillo.

The event is laid-back (and free), so you don’t have to worry about anything. Just perform your heart out! While you’re most comfortable with your personal instrument in hand, equipment is provided, so just show up and get ready to share the stage with others who love what you do.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: โ€‹Make Ready Market, 203 8th St, San Antonio, TX 78215
How much: Free


TMFW Presents: A DreamWeek Special: Silent Disco Block Party

Fun Events in San Antonio Today

Image Credit: Aquilla Scott for DreamWeek San Antonio

You’re in for an incredible night of fashion, music, and community with a Silent Disco Block Party.

See the latest in fashion and interior design. Indulge in delicious bites. Check out the Elite Couture Boutique’s exclusive fashion collection. Discover and support local businesses. Move and groove to the beats of the Silent Disco!

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 1 am
Where: E-Co Lofts, 3363 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78220
How much: $15 – $30


Journey through the trees and discover their importance and beauty in the urban space. The tour will teach you how healthy urban forests benefit the community and environment. It will highlight rare and native trees, showcasing their role in creating thriving and water-wise spaces.

More than that, you’ll discover practical tips for caring for these vital ecosystems.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 10 am – 11:30 am
Where: San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Free with admission and membership; $22


Fireside Flight Night

Unwind for the weekend at Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling’s Fireside Flight Night.

Grab a drink and chill by the firepit as you listen ti live music by Megan Marie. Plus, fill up on yummy bites from Green Line BBQ’s food truck.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 5 pm – 9 pm
Where: Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling, 4834 Whirlwind Dr, San Antonio, TX 78217


Fun Events in San Antonio Today for Kids

MLK Knowledge Quest: A Family Challenge

Get your family’s thinking caps on and spend the day in friendly competition. The MLK Knowledge Quest: A Family Challenge will have plenty of brain-teasing challenges! Whether you just know the basics of Dr. King’s life or you can recite his “I Have a Dream” speech in your sleep, you’re sure to learn something new.

This part of San Antonio DreamWeek honors and celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 1 pm – 3 pm
Where: 3455 Martin Luther King Drive, San Antonio, TX
How Much: Free


MLK Kids Celebration with Dunbar Heritage Association

MLK Kids Celebration with Dunbar Heritage Association

Image credit: San Marcos Public Library Facebook

Families can honor Dr. Martin Luther King’s life with storytime, crafts, and a kids’ march.
Please register ahead of time at the Dunbar Heritage Museum Association site.
 
When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
How Much: Free

Storytime on the Children’s Stage – Ursula Upside Down

Kids will enjoy a fun storytime at Barnes & Noble at La Cantera.

Today, they will follow Ursula, a happy catfish swimming through the river. But does she know which way is up, down, left, and right? Listen to her story to find out!

If you didn’t know, the La Cantera Barnes & Noble has Storytime on the Children’s Stage every Saturday at 11 a.m. Most of the B&N stores in San Antonio also have weekly storytimes, so check with the store closest to you to see what their event calendar looks like. My kids always love the animated readings and the cute on-theme crafts they have afterward.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 11 am
Where: Barnes & Noble, The Shops at La Cantera, 15900 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256
How Much: Free


Snow Day 2025: Frosty Fun Fest

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend

Image credit: Science Mill Facebook

While Texas is not usually a winter wonderland, you can still have an epic snow day at the Science Mill! They’ll have real snow and a flurry of science activities! This event is sure to be more fun than the typical panic that sets in with snowy weather in San Antonio, and it may be exactly what your kiddos need before the frozen week on the horizon.

From a 28-ton snow pit to frosty science demonstrations, you can easily fill your Saturday afternoon. Make sure you dress for the occasions (mittens recommended!) and you can check out the full list of their games and activities on their page.

When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 10 am – 2 pm
Where: Science Mill, 101 S Lady Bird Ln, Johnson City, TX 78636
How Much: $12.00 per Adult; $10.00 per Senior 65+; $10.50 per Youth; Members are free โ€” enter the code SNOWFALL membership will be validated upon check-in*


The San Antonio Botanical Garden is inviting you for a fun family day of making the classic Chia pet!
 
With the help of Garden educators, you’ll create your micro-green sculpture with moldable clay and chia seeds. You’ll also learn about the unique qualities these tiny seeds have that make them so easy to grow.
 
At the end of the class, you’ll have a cute creation to take home.
 
When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 11 am – 12:30 pm
How Much: $17 for non-member adults; $12 for member adults; $13 for non-member children; $10 for member children

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