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9 food truck parks in San Antonio

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Finding your favorite food truck isn’t easy. When you find it, it’s so worth the trouble — but why not take the guesswork out in the first place?

Enter: San Antonio’s array of food truck parks. These outdoor gathering places host a wide variety of rotating vendors (from sushi to small-batch coffee), plus other amenities that make them the perfect hangouts. Here are some of our favorites.

Alamo Ranch Food Truck Park & Cantina, 5615 Lone Star Pkwy.

  • Featuring: Chalupas, milkshakes, pizza, brisket, coffee, lumpia, burgers, and Popsicles.
  • Plus: Seasonal events.
  • Open: Tues.-Sun., various hours depending on the food truck.
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Come get a sushi tray at The Point Park.

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The Point Park, 24188 Boerne Stage Rd.

  • Featuring: Tortas, gyros, sushi, lobster rolls, and sweet Thai tea.
  • Plus: Quantum Coffee + a dog treat truck.
  • Open: Tue. 5-9 p.m.; Wed. + Thur., 12-9 p.m.; Fri. + Sat., 12-10 p.m.; Sun. 12-9 p.m.

1604 Cantina, 1850 W. Loop 1604

  • Featuring: Loaded fries, funnel cake, pizza, tostadas, drink towers, and margaritas.
  • Plus: This food truck park is kid + dog-friendly.
  • Open: Mon.-Tues. Closed; Wed.-Sun., 5-10 p.m. (Pro tip: Only three food trucks are open on Wednesdays).

The Rose Bush, 2301 San Pedro Ave.

  • Featuring: Crawfish boil, ramen, pizza, wings, and ice cream.
  • Plus: You can bring your own beer + wine.
  • Open: Mon.-Thurs. + Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
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Events
Thursday, Feb. 1
  • Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo | Thursday, Feb. 1-Sunday, Feb. 4 | Times vary | McCreless Theater, 799 W. Dewey Place, San Antonio | $5-$15 | Watch the San Antonio College Drama department’s reenactment of a comedy with guest director Jim Mammarella.
  • 2024 Construction Conference | Thursday, Feb. 1 + Friday, Feb. 2 | 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Maestro Entrepreneur Center, 1811 S. Laredo, San Antonio | Free | Register for a two-day bootcamp designed to equip attendees with the skills, knowledge, and contacts to conquer the industry.
  • Fidlar | Thursday, Feb. 1 | 8 p.m. | Paper Tiger, 2410 N. Saint Mary’s St., San Antonio | $25-$29.14 | Jam out with this rock band from Southern California and don’t miss a special performance by Texas band, FLOATS.
Friday, Feb. 2
  • World Wetlands Day | Friday, Feb. 2 + Saturday, Feb. 3 | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, 10750 Pleasanton Rd., San Antonio | Free | Explore nature and learn about which plants would work best in your home.
  • “Fiddler on the Roof” | Friday, Feb. 2 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Ronald Reagan High School, 19000 Ronald Reagan High School, San Antonio | $12-$20 | See a local high school production of this Broadway classic.
  • First Friday | Friday, Feb. 2 | 7-11 p.m. | Southtown Vinyl, 1112 S. Saint Mary’s St., San Antonio | Free | Browse gently used records, vintage vendors, art, food, and listen to live music.
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News Notes
Festival
  • The Western Heritage Weekend starts tomorrow and runs through Sunday, Feb. 4. Locals can head downtown to celebrate the start of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo with local vendors, live music, attend a breakfast + cook-off, and watch a Western Heritage Parade and Cattle Drive across this three-day event.
Plan Ahead
  • The 14th Annual Paella Challenge returns to the Alamo City on Sunday, March 24, from 12-4 p.m. at Mission County Park. Sample over 40+ Pallela interpretations, chef-inspired appetizers, and quench your thirst with beverages like beer, wine + soda. Tickets are now on sale and start at $50.
Drink
  • You mocha me happy. What’s Brewing is offering a limited-time coffee menu item — the Cupid Boba Latte. The drink is an iced mocha latte with strawberry popping boba. Be quick: The new latte is available until Wednesday, Feb. 14 at both of its locations.
Pets
  • Did you get a puppy over the holidays? The San Antonio Humane Society is running a special for spay + neuter surgeries for dogs on select days. Head over to its website and schedule an appointment for only $25 using the promo code WWMD.
Arts
  • A new public art piece is coming to San Pedro Creek Culture Park. Designed by Texas artist Diana Kersey, the new trailhead sculpture is currently being installed and receiving finishing touches. Check out the new lobster sculpture.
State
  • The Beautify Texas Awards will begin accepting applications on Monday, Feb. 5 through Friday, March 22. These awards recognize the efforts and achievements made by individuals + organizations who strive to enhance and protect local environments. Not afraid of a little dirt? Check out these local organizations.
Home
  • This Valentine’s Day decor is making our hearts skip a beat and includes heart-shaped wreaths, neon “love” signs, heart-shaped felt garlands, and cozy red blankets.*
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The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024

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Consider this your official reminder that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. We’re making it easy for you to find the sweetest, most unique gifts for friends, family, and significant others. Bonus: These gifts ship right to your door. Scroll and shop your favorites.

Taste the love

  • Treat your loved one to a KitchenAid Stand Mixer in a Valentine’s color like lavender cream.
  • City Editor Adriana’s pick: “I love take day trips to the wineries in Fredericksburg, and I like to treat myself to a bottle of wine. These red wine glasses are a great gift for the wine lover in your life.”

Wear the love

  • Easily add your own personalized graphic to this best-selling custom hoodie.
  • City Editor Nicholas’s pick: “You can’t go wrong with the classic SATXtoday logo on this comfy sweatshirt. Plus it’s long sleeve, so it’s perfect for those chilly nights if you want to cozy up.”
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What’s your favorite event in the King William neighborhood?

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Earlier this week we asked you what is your favorite event to attend in the King William district, here’s what y’all said: Fiesta events + markets top your must-do lists. We agree, the Kiwi knows how to party.
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
I’m so excited for community yoga to make a return to Confluence Park. This is an event I’ve wanted to do for a while and I have until March to refine my poses — I just hope we keep this fantastic weather until then.
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