Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend | May 15-17

Last Updated: May 12, 2026, 4:22 am

Curated by: Maya Keith (writer based in San Antonio)

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The best Things to do in San Antonio this Weekend (May 15 – May 17) include the Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Antonio, 44th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival en San Antonio, and more!

I’ve rounded up the top events and activities happening across the city—from festivals and outdoor fun to live shows and family-friendly picks. Scroll down for my picks — or use the links above to skip to your favorite section!

Weather this Weekend (May 15 – May 17): San Antonio is in for a hot and mostly dry weekend with plenty of sunshine and high temperatures climbing into the upper 80s to low 90s.

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Free Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend

Make-It Days at the World Heritage Center

The World Heritage Office hosts Make-It Days every first and third Saturday of the month, and it’s your chance to stop by for free, hands-on creative activities the whole family can enjoy, grown-ups very much included.

While you’re there, step next door to the Farmers and Artisans Market at Mission Marquee Plaza.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: World Heritage Center, 3106 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free

Outdoor Family Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza – How to Train Your Dragon

Grab your blanket, pull up a lawn chair, and catch How to Train Your Dragon under the open sky at Mission Marquee Plaza.

The City of San Antonio’s World Heritage Office brings free movies to this beloved Southside venue all summer long, and each screening comes with food trucks, entertainment, and the kind of laid-back evening that’s hard to beat.

Pets on leashes are welcome, and on-site parking is available.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Gates open 7:00 PM
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free

Rainbow Gardens 50th Anniversary Celebration & Society Saturday

Rainbow Gardens is turning 50, and they’re throwing a party across both San Antonio locations to celebrate.

Their 5th Annual Society Saturday brings together local gardening societies, native plant groups, wildlife organizations, conservation advocates, and outdoor educators, all in one place for a free, family-friendly morning.

Expect local vendors, botanical giveaways, face painting for kids, and a genuine community gathering for anyone who loves plants, the outdoors, or both.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Both Rainbow Gardens locations in San Antonio
How Much: Free

Things to Do in San Antonio this Friday | Weekend Kickoff Events

Weather on Friday: Sunny and warm with a high of 90°F, a low of 67°F, and a 5% chance of precipitation.

Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Antonio

Set sail on a global taste adventure at San Antonio’s premier food festival as the Seven Seas Food Festival returns to SeaWorld. You can explore oceans of flavor with more than 100 distinct offerings designed to delight foodies and families alike.

Beyond the culinary voyage, you will find yourself surrounded by family-friendly entertainment that complements the park’s exhilarating coasters and extraordinary animal encounters.

When: Friday, May 15 – 17, 2026 | 11:30 am onwards
Where: SeaWorld San Antonio, 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
How Much: Not stated

Educating Rita by Willy Russell

Rita is a working-class hairdresser on a mission to change her life, and she walks into the university office of Frank, a cynical, world-weary professor, ready to learn everything. What neither of them expects is how much the other will end up teaching them.

Willy Russell’s two-hander moves between sharp wit and real heart as both characters wrestle with who they are and who they want to become.

Presented by 100A Theatre at the Tobin Center, this is intimate theatre at its best, just two people, one charged relationship, and a story about the courage it takes to start over.

When: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $43.50

Gimme Gimme Disco 

Image credit: Gimme Gimme Disco

If you love ABBA and the golden era of disco, this one is calling your name.

Join this DJ-driven dance party spinning ABBA’s greatest hits alongside classics from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more. Pull out your best disco attire and pack the dance floor at Stable Hall.

When: Friday, May 15, 2026 | Doors 8:00 PM
Where: Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215
How Much: Starts at $25.30

Bobby Lee: The Finally Tour

After decades of building one of comedy’s most devoted fanbases through MADtv and his podcasts Bad Friends and TigerBelly, Bobby Lee finally steps into his first full-scale headline tour, and San Antonio is one of his stops.

Expect a night that’s unpredictable, bold, and entirely his own.

Lee’s stand-up draws from his life with a kind of raw honesty that’s equal parts funny and disarming, and this tour marks a long-overdue moment in the spotlight for one of comedy’s most unconventional voices.

When: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Where: Aztec Theatre, 104 S St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Not stated

44th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival en San Antonio

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The oldest and longest-running Conjunto festival in the country returns to Rosedale Park for three days of live music, dancing, and deep South Texas tradition.

Presented by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, the Tejano Conjunto Festival brings together the genre’s living legends, rising bands, student performers, and heritage honorees, representing conjunto’s far-reaching influence from Texas all the way to Europe, Mexico, and Asia.

The 2026 edition features a dedicated tribute to the late Flaco Jiménez. It closes out Sunday night with a remarkable gathering of accordionists honoring his legacy, including his sons Santiago Jiménez Jr., Arturo Jiménez, and Gil Jiménez, alongside international artists from the Netherlands, Japan, Spain, and Monterrey.

Saturday’s schedule runs noon through midnight with back-to-back performances. Sunday opens with student showcases before rolling into an evening headlined by Joel Guzman and Sarah Foxx, and culminating in the Flaco Jiménez Tribute from 8:00 PM onward.

When: Friday – Sunday, May 15 – 17, 2026
Where: Rosedale Park, 303 Dartmouth St, San Antonio, TX 78237
How Much: Starts at $22.05

Steel Magnolias

This beloved Southern classic follows six strong, funny, and fiercely loyal women who bond over everything life throws at them inside a small Louisiana beauty salon. Heartfelt, funny, and deeply moving, it’s a perfect choice for any mom who loves great theater.

When: Friday, May 15 – June 7, 2026
Where: San Pedro Playhouse, 800 W Ashby Pl, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Not stated

Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend | Top Picks Saturday

Weather on Saturday: Mostly sunny and humid with a high of 88°F, a low of 69°F, and a 10% chance of precipitation.

5th Annual San Antonio Psychic & Spirit Fest

The Psychic & Spirit Fest returns to Victoria’s Black Swan Inn for its fifth year, and this one is bigger than ever.

The main festival runs all day Saturday, bringing together 45+ vendors, including psychics, mediums, healers, crystal sellers, food trucks, and more. There will also be gallery readings, guest speaker lectures, and complimentary property tours of the historic haunted grounds.

This year’s headlining feature is The Haunted Museum by @Parapeculiar, an immersive, hands-on experience where you can get up close with a curated collection of genuinely haunted artifacts at dedicated investigation stations.

Complimentary drinks are available for guests 21+.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Victoria’s Black Swan Inn, 1006 Holbrook Rd Ste A, San Antonio, TX 78218
How Much: Starts at $45 for adults | $12 for kids 4 – 14

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Settle into your seat as a string quartet fills Travis Park Church with the iconic scores of Joe Hisaishi, the composer behind the Studio Ghibli films that defined generations of moviegoers.

Over 60 minutes, you’ll hear beloved arrangements from Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, and more, all performed beneath the warm glow of candlelight inside one of San Antonio’s most beautiful Gothic-Revival sanctuaries.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 8:45 PM
Where: Travis Park Church, 230 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $44

Giselle – San Antonio Youth Ballet 

One of the most beloved stories in classical ballet is coming to the Lila Cockrell Theatre stage.

San Antonio Youth Ballet presents Giselle, the romantic tale of a young peasant girl who falls deeply in love, discovers a devastating betrayal, and finds a way to love beyond the grave.

The production brings together breathtaking choreography, elegant costumes, and powerful storytelling in a performance that has moved audiences for nearly two centuries.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Where: Lila Cockrell Theatre, 900 E Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $49

Lights, Camera, Singing! Songs from Stage and Screen

Image credit: The Children’s Chorus of San Antonio

The Children’s Chorus of San Antonio is taking over the H-E-B Performance Hall for an afternoon where Broadway meets Hollywood.

Eight CCSA ensembles will perform beloved songs from stage and screen in a joyful, feel-good concert built for the whole family, from kids who know every word to adults who will absolutely be singing along in their seats.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $23

Powerlifting United National Championships

Elite strength athletes from across the country will come together in San Antonio for a two-day national championship competition.

Watch competitors go for national titles and records in the squat, bench press, and deadlift across multiple weight classes, all under Powerlifting United standards.

The event is open to spectators, so whether you’re a serious fan of the sport or just curious to witness what human strength looks like at its highest level, you’re welcome to come watch.

When: Saturday – Sunday, May 16 – 17, 2026
Where: Westin San Antonio North, 9821 Colonnade Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78230
How Much: Not stated

Whiskey Riot

Image credit: Whiskey Riot Festival

If you take your whiskey seriously or just enjoy a great tasting, you wouldn’t want to miss this.

Whiskey Riot brings 150+ varieties under one roof for one night. From local Texas distilleries to international labels, you’ll work your way through bourbons, ryes, Scotches, Irish whiskeys, and more, with craft cocktail bars and opportunities to meet master distillers mixed in throughout the evening.

Early Entry ticket holders get an extra hour plus access to limited-edition and rare pours. All samples are included with admission, and food will be on site for purchase. This is a 21+ event only.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Early Entry: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | General Admission: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Freeman Expo Hall, 3201 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78219
How Much: General Admission $90 + fees & taxes | Early Entry $120 + fees & taxes

Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend | Sunday Funday

Weather on Sunday: Partly cloudy and hot with a high of 91°F, a low of 71°F, and a 15% chance of precipitation.

Veil & Vogue: The Bridal Showcase

San Antonio’s newest bridal showcase is making its debut at the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk, and it’s designed to feel less like a trade show and more like a luxury experience.

Lace & Lavender Bridal Studio is the main star of the event with a live runway presentation of 15–20 hand-selected couture gowns. Aside from that, you can explore styled ballroom spaces, meet San Antonio’s top wedding professionals, and enjoy champagne, chef-passed hors d’oeuvres, and live music throughout.

Every attending couple also has the chance to win a $25,000 wedding experience at the InterContinental, right there on the River Walk.

When: Sunday, May 17 – 25, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk by IHG, 111 E Pecan St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Not stated

Build the Thrill Event!

Rev up for the LEGO® F1®–themed Build the Thrill Event at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center San Antonio.

Grab your pit pass and driver’s briefing, choose your team, and get hands-on with LEGO® bricks to create your own minifigure driver and ultimate race car before testing them on the track.

Head to the pit stop for build challenges that push you to beat the clock, then jump into an exciting race with other guests.

You can also explore LEGO® F1® scenes in MINILAND and look for recognizable moments from the racing world. Master Model Builders and Playmakers will share tips and inspiration as you complete every challenge and celebrate the action. Will your build take pole position?

When: Sunday, May 17 – 25, 2026 | 10 am – 4 pm
Where: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 849 E Commerce St, Suite 910, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Included in admission

Things to Do in San Antonio this Weekend with Kids – Family Friendly Events

44th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival en San Antonio

The oldest and longest-running Conjunto festival in the country returns to Rosedale Park for three days of live music, dancing, and deep South Texas tradition.

Presented by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, the Tejano Conjunto Festival brings together the genre’s living legends, rising bands, student performers, and heritage honorees, representing conjunto’s far-reaching influence from Texas all the way to Europe, Mexico, and Asia.

The 2026 edition features a dedicated tribute to the late Flaco Jiménez. It closes out Sunday night with a remarkable gathering of accordionists honoring his legacy, including his sons Santiago Jiménez Jr., Arturo Jiménez, and Gil Jiménez, alongside international artists from the Netherlands, Japan, Spain, and Monterrey.

Saturday’s schedule runs noon through midnight with back-to-back performances. Sunday opens with student showcases before rolling into an evening headlined by Joel Guzman and Sarah Foxx, and culminating in the Flaco Jiménez Tribute from 8:00 PM onward.

When: Friday – Sunday, May 15 – 17, 2026
Where: Rosedale Park, 303 Dartmouth St, San Antonio, TX 78237
How Much: Starts at $22.05

Build the Thrill Event!

Rev up for the LEGO® F1®–themed Build the Thrill Event at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center San Antonio.

Grab your pit pass and driver’s briefing, choose your team, and get hands-on with LEGO® bricks to create your own minifigure driver and ultimate race car before testing them on the track.

Head to the pit stop for build challenges that push you to beat the clock, then jump into an exciting race with other guests.

You can also explore LEGO® F1® scenes in MINILAND and look for recognizable moments from the racing world. Master Model Builders and Playmakers will share tips and inspiration as you complete every challenge and celebrate the action. Will your build take pole position?

When: Friday, May 15 – 25, 2026 | 10 am – 4 pm
Where: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 849 E Commerce St, Suite 910, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Included in admission

Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Antonio

Set sail on a global taste adventure at San Antonio’s premier food festival as the Seven Seas Food Festival returns to SeaWorld. You can explore oceans of flavor with more than 100 distinct offerings designed to delight foodies and families alike.

Beyond the culinary voyage, you will find yourself surrounded by family-friendly entertainment that complements the park’s exhilarating coasters and extraordinary animal encounters.

When: Friday, May 15 – 17, 2026 | 11:30 am onwards
Where: SeaWorld San Antonio, 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
How Much: Not stated

Make-It Days at the World Heritage Center

The World Heritage Office hosts Make-It Days every first and third Saturday of the month, and it’s your chance to stop by for free, hands-on creative activities the whole family can enjoy, grown-ups very much included.

While you’re there, step next door to the Farmers and Artisans Market at Mission Marquee Plaza.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: World Heritage Center, 3106 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free

Outdoor Family Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza – How to Train Your Dragon

Grab your blanket, pull up a lawn chair, and catch How to Train Your Dragon under the open sky at Mission Marquee Plaza.

The City of San Antonio’s World Heritage Office brings free movies to this beloved Southside venue all summer long, and each screening comes with food trucks, entertainment, and the kind of laid-back evening that’s hard to beat.

Pets on leashes are welcome, and on-site parking is available.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Gates open 7:00 PM
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free

Rainbow Gardens 50th Anniversary Celebration & Society Saturday

Rainbow Gardens is turning 50, and they’re throwing a party across both San Antonio locations to celebrate.

Their 5th Annual Society Saturday brings together local gardening societies, native plant groups, wildlife organizations, conservation advocates, and outdoor educators, all in one place for a free, family-friendly morning.

Expect local vendors, botanical giveaways, face painting for kids, and a genuine community gathering for anyone who loves plants, the outdoors, or both.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Both Rainbow Gardens locations in San Antonio
How Much: Free

Giselle – San Antonio Youth Ballet 

One of the most beloved stories in classical ballet is coming to the Lila Cockrell Theatre stage.

San Antonio Youth Ballet presents Giselle, the romantic tale of a young peasant girl who falls deeply in love, discovers a devastating betrayal, and finds a way to love beyond the grave.

The production brings together breathtaking choreography, elegant costumes, and powerful storytelling in a performance that has moved audiences for nearly two centuries.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Where: Lila Cockrell Theatre, 900 E Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $49

Lights, Camera, Singing! Songs from Stage and Screen

The Children’s Chorus of San Antonio is taking over the H-E-B Performance Hall for an afternoon where Broadway meets Hollywood.

Eight CCSA ensembles will perform beloved songs from stage and screen in a joyful, feel-good concert built for the whole family, from kids who know every word to adults who will absolutely be singing along in their seats.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $23

Things To Do in San Antonio this Weekend for Adults: May 15th to May 17th

Educating Rita by Willy Russell

Rita is a working-class hairdresser on a mission to change her life, and she walks into the university office of Frank, a cynical, world-weary professor, ready to learn everything. What neither of them expects is how much the other will end up teaching them.

Willy Russell’s two-hander moves between sharp wit and real heart as both characters wrestle with who they are and who they want to become.

Presented by 100A Theater at the Tobin Center, this is intimate theatre at its best, just two people, one charged relationship, and a story about the courage it takes to start over.

When: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $43.50

Gimme Gimme Disco 

If you love ABBA and the golden era of disco, this one was calling your name.

Join this DJ-driven dance party spinning ABBA’s greatest hits alongside classics from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more. Pull out your best disco attire and pack the dance floor at Stable Hall.

When: Friday, May 15, 2026 | Doors 8:00 PM
Where: Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215
How Much: Starts at $25.30

Bobby Lee: The Finally Tour

After decades of building one of comedy’s most devoted fanbases through MADtv, and his podcasts Bad Friends and TigerBelly, Bobby Lee finally steps into his first full-scale headline tour, and San Antonio is one of his stops.

Expect a night that’s unpredictable, bold, and entirely his own.

Lee’s stand-up draws from his life with a kind of raw honesty that’s equal parts funny and disarming, and this tour marks a long-overdue moment in the spotlight for one of comedy’s most unconventional voices.

When: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Where: Aztec Theatre, 104 S St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Not stated

Steel Magnolias

This beloved Southern classic follows six strong, funny, and fiercely loyal women who bond over everything life throws at them inside a small Louisiana beauty salon. Heartfelt, funny, and deeply moving, it’s a perfect choice for any mom who loves great theater.

When: Friday, May 15 – June 7, 2026
Where: San Pedro Playhouse, 800 W Ashby Pl, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Not stated

5th Annual San Antonio Psychic & Spirit Fest

The Psychic & Spirit Fest returns to Victoria’s Black Swan Inn for its fifth year, and this one is bigger than ever.

The main festival runs all day Saturday, bringing together 45+ vendors, including psychics, mediums, healers, crystal sellers, food trucks, and more. There will also be gallery readings, guest speaker lectures, and complimentary property tours of the historic haunted grounds.

This year’s headlining feature is The Haunted Museum by @Parapeculiar, an immersive, hands-on experience where you can get up close with a curated collection of genuinely haunted artifacts at dedicated investigation stations.

Complimentary drinks are available for guests 21+.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Victoria’s Black Swan Inn, 1006 Holbrook Rd Ste A, San Antonio, TX 78218
How Much: Starts at $45 for adults | $12 for kids 4 – 14

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Settle into your seat as a string quartet fills Travis Park Church with the iconic scores of Joe Hisaishi, the composer behind the Studio Ghibli films that defined generations of moviegoers.

Over 60 minutes, you’ll hear beloved arrangements from Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, and more, all performed beneath the warm glow of candlelight inside one of San Antonio’s most beautiful Gothic-Revival sanctuaries.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 8:45 PM
Where: Travis Park Church, 230 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $44

Powerlifting United National Championships

Elite strength athletes from across the country will come together in San Antonio for a two-day national championship competition.

Watch competitors go for national titles and records in the squat, bench press, and deadlift across multiple weight classes, all under Powerlifting United standards.

The event is open to spectators, so whether you’re a serious fan of the sport or just curious to witness what human strength looks like at its highest level, you’re welcome to come watch.

When: Saturday – Sunday, May 16 – 17, 2026
Where: Westin San Antonio North, 9821 Colonnade Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78230
How Much: Not stated

Whiskey Riot

If you take your whiskey seriously or just enjoy a great tasting , you wouldn’t want to miss this.

Whiskey Riot brings 150+ varieties under one roof for one night. From local Texas distilleries to international labels, you’ll work your way through bourbons, ryes, Scotches, Irish whiskeys, and more, with craft cocktail bars and opportunities to meet master distillers mixed in throughout the evening.

Early Entry ticket holders get an extra hour plus access to limited-edition and rare pours. All samples are included with admission, and food will be on site for purchase. This is a 21+ event only.

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Early Entry: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | General Admission: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Freeman Expo Hall, 3201 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78219
How Much: General Admission $90 + fees & taxes | Early Entry $120 + fees & taxes

Veil & Vogue: The Bridal Showcase

San Antonio’s newest bridal showcase is making its debut at the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk, and it’s designed to feel less like a trade show and more like a luxury experience.

Lace & Lavender Bridal Studio is the main star of the event with a live runway presentation of 15–20 hand-selected couture gowns. Aside from that, you can explore styled ballroom spaces, meet San Antonio’s top wedding professionals, and enjoy champagne, chef-passed hors d’oeuvres, and live music throughout.

Every attending couple also has the chance to win a $25,000 wedding experience at the InterContinental, right there on the River Walk.

When: Sunday, May 17 – 25, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk by IHG, 111 E Pecan St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Not stated