Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend of May 16, 2025
Our top picks for Things to do in San Antonio this weekend of May 16
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Free Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend
Jazz in the Garden
Experience the wonderful music of jazz within a serene setting at the Japanese Tea Garden. You can also purchase food and beverages at Jingue House to complement the experience.
When: Friday, May 16, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 9 pm
Where: Japanese Tea Garden, 3853 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Free | Suggested donation of $5
Y’all Means All Festival
Y’all Means All is a free, all-ages, community-rooted festival that will be featuring over 50 LGBTQIA2S+ performers and artists from across Texas.
Aside from the performances, the event also has a free clothing swap, complimentary haircuts, gender-affirming care workshops, and live performances.
So come on and join the community in championing love, support, and visibility for LGBTQIA2S+ Texans.
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 12 pm
Where: Burleson Yard Beer Garden, 430 Austin St, San Antonio, TX 78215
How Much: Free |
Things to do in San Antonio this Weekend – Friday Events
Mariachi Sip and Cruise
Surprise your special someone with a little mariachi sip and cruise along the Historic River Walk. Each cruise lasts 45 – 50 minutes, and each ticket comes with two beverages.
When: Friday, May 16 – 31, 2025
Where: GO RIO River Cruises, 202 E. Nueva St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: $61
Mamma Mia! Mother’s Day Candle-Making Workshop
Dive into a Mediterranean-inspired candle-making experience, where ABBA’s iconic hits and island vibes set the mood, with your mom or special lady this weekend. Paint your very own ceramic candle vessel and choose from enchanting scents like Donna’s Garden and Dancing Queen to fill it. You’ll also get to enjoy sweet baklava and sangria while painting.
When: Friday, May 16, 2025
Where: Mission Crafts Chandlery, 1010 S Flores St #106, San Antonio, TX 78204
How Much: $60
Clue: A Walking Mystery
Image credit: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
San Antonio’s calling all detectives for a thrilling weekend mystery! Mr. Boddy’s cold case has heated up, and the clues are scattered across downtown. Your mission: hunt for the lost furniture of Tudor Mansion, each piece a potential key to unlocking the killer’s identity, the crime scene, and the deadly weapon. The Butlers await your arrival, eager for you to finally solve this enduring whodunit.
When: Friday, May 16 – 25, 2025
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $62.50
An Evening with WAR
Enjoy a legendary blast from the past! This weekend, witness the iconic sounds of WAR, the soul/funk powerhouse that has defined generations of music.
Celebrating 50 years of their chart-topping album “The World is a Ghetto,” the band, led by co-founder Lonnie Jordan, is bringing their electrifying energy and timeless hits to the city.
When: Friday, May 16, 2025 | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $49.50
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Discover the untold story of Carole Klein, the spirited Brooklyn songwriter who penned countless chart-topping hits before captivating the world with her groundbreaking album, Tapestry.
Sing along in your seat to timeless classics like “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Natural Woman,” and many more unforgettable tunes that defined an era.
When: Friday, May 16 – June 8, 2025
Where: Wonder Theatre, 4522 Fredericksburg Rd A-90, San Antonio, TX 78201
How Much: $32 for adults | $26 for seniors, military, and first responders | $18 for children and students
“Who Done It?” A Murder Mystery: 80s Prom Reunion!
The awesome Mathis Gallery is throwing the ultimate 80s High School Reunion, and you’re invited! Dust off those leg warmers and tease up that hair for a night of mystery, mayhem, and music.
Expect high jinx and a thrilling murder to solve, all while grooving to the best tunes of the decade.
When: Friday, May 16, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Villa Finale: Museum & Gardens, 401 King William, San Antonio, TX 78204
How Much: $3o for nonmembers | $25 for members
Tejano Conjunto Festival
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For three days, the heart of Texas will be beating with electrifying accordion riffs and captivating rhythms at the Tejano Conjunto Festival.
Dance along with iconic artists like Los Fantasmas Del Valle and Eva Ybarra y su Conjunto Siempre, and feel the energy of Ricky Naranjo y los Gamblers and many more sensational performers.
When: Friday – Sunday, May 16 – 18, 2025 | 12 pm – 9 pm
Where: Rosedale Park, 303 Dartmouth St, San Antonio, TX 78237
How Much: $50 for 3-day wristband | Free for kids 12 and under
We Call It Ballet: Sleeping Beauty in a Dazzling Light Show
Prepare to be captivated by We call it Ballet’s rendition of Sleeping Beauty, a timeless story illuminated in a breathtaking new way.
Watch as dancers, illuminated by dozens of twinkling lights, glide across the dance floor, telling a beloved classic tale everyone is sure to love.
When: Friday, May 16, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Where: The Josephine Theatre, 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: $40
World Oddities Expo
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The World Oddities Expo is rolling into town, transforming the weekend into a haven for the peculiar and the fascinating.
Discover a sprawling marketplace brimming with unique creations from talented artists and small businesses, including everything from intricate taxidermy to captivating macabre art and dazzling oddity-inspired jewelry.
When: Friday – Saturday, May 16 – 17, 2025 | 11 am – 7 pm
Where: Freeman Coliseum, 3201 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78219
How Much: Starts at $20
SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival
Chart a course for SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival this coming weekend and prepare for a tidal wave of taste! Over 100 delectable dishes, many brand new, and a treasure trove of nearly 50 beers, wines, and cocktails await your discovery. Top off your culinary journey with thrilling coasters, amazing animal encounters, and family-friendly entertainment like Baile Folklórico, Groove Chefs, and Living Garden.
When: Friday, May 16 – 18, 2025
Where: SeaWorld San Antonio, 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
How Much: $70
San Antonio Restaurant Week: River Walk Edition
For one delightful week, you can taste your way through San Antonio River Walk’s finest restaurants! From sizzling street eats to chef-driven cuisine, you’re sure to find something that you’ll keep going back for more.
When: Friday, May 16 – 18, 2025
Where: San Antonio River Walk
How Much: $25 for lunch | $35 for lunch/ dinner | $45/ $55 dinner
Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend – Saturday Events
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
Prepare for an enchanting weekend with Adele’s soulful music performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the warm glow of candlelight. Feel the heartache of her hits once again with songs like “When We Were Young,” “Make You Feel My Love”, and “Skyfall.”
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 8:45 pm – 10 pm
Where: The Josephine Theatre, 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Starts at $54.12
Gabriella’s 5K Cupcake Run
Image credit: Gabriela’s Smile Foundation
Lace up your shoes for Gabriella’s 5K Cupcake Run on May 17, 2025, a chance to run, walk, or stroll a beautiful 5K course. This event, hosted by Gabriella’s Smile Foundation, honors Gabriella’s memory and raises vital awareness for pediatric cancer.
Every participant crossing the finish line receives a delicious cupcake.
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 8 am
Where: 17630 Lookout Rd, Schertz, TX 78154
How Much: $25
San Antonio Psychic and Spirit Fest 2025
Prepare for the 4th annual San Antonio Psychic & Spirit Fest, brought to you by Curious Twins Paranormal. Immerse yourself in a day filled with captivating guest speakers, insightful gallery readings, and fascinating encounters with demonologists, psychics, mediums, and more.
This year, the fest is bringing the acclaimed Warrens Occult Museum back to San Antonio, showcasing the most notorious paranormal object in the world. Get to see the legendary Anabelle and two other haunted items on display.
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 3 pm – 11 pm
Where: Victoria’s Black Swan Inn, 1006 Holbrook Rd Ste A, San Antonio, TX 78218
How Much: $99
Wine Fest
Image credit: Tower of the Americas
This weekend, uncork an extraordinary afternoon dedicated to the acclaimed wineries of Washington State. From the robust flavors of Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon to the crisp notes of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, sip your way through an exciting spectrum of wines.
Aside from wine tastings, your ticket includes chef-inspired hors d’oeuvres, lawn games, special prizes, and more.
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 2 pm – 5 pm
Where: Tower of the Americas, 739 E César E. Chávez Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: $ 55 tower
Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend – Sunday Events
Anything Goes
Mark your calendars for “Anything Goes,” a side-splitting musical comedy featuring a whirlwind of mistaken identities, zany adventures, and unexpected love stories among a ship full of quirky characters. It’ll be full of dazzling dances, sharp wit, and pure, unadulterated fun. And it’s accompanied by Cole Porter’s timeless score, including “You’re the Top” and “I Get a Kick Out of You.”
When: Sunday, May 18 – June 1, 2025
Where: San Pedro Playhouse, 800 W Ashby Pl, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: $20 – $50
Slice Swap: A Cake Party
Calling all bakers and cake lovers in San Antonio! Bring your best cakes and get to swap slices with others in this cake party. It doesn’t matter if the cake you bring is homemade, store-bought, fancy, funky, or chaotic.
No rules, just cake and good vibes!
When: Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Clementine, 2195 NW Military Hwy, San Antonio, TX 78213
How Much: Not stated
Texas Bridal and Wedding Expo
Ditch the overwhelming part of wedding planning and dive headfirst into the Bridal & Wedding Expo. Let this be your ultimate wedding playground where you can taste delectable treats, feast your eyes on stunning dresses, breathe in gorgeous floral arrangements, and even dance to potential wedding tunes.
When: Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 12:30 pm – 5 pm
Where: Freeman Coliseum, 3201 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78219
How Much: $10
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