Pack up: People are moving to San Antonio from these US cities
The King William neighborhood is marked by its distinctive European architectural influences | Photo by @parkerleefilm
Welcome home, fellow San Antonians.
U-Haul has released its 2024 mid-year report on migration trends, tracking the origins of U-Haul trucks arriving in the 25 most populated cities in the US, including San Antonio. Let’s take a look at who’s moved into our city from where — and if you’re new around here, we’ve got even more to share.
📈 The moving trends
So, where are folks coming from? According to U-Haul, here are the top three metropolitan areas outside our state that people are moving to San Antonio from:
Phoenix, AZ
Denver, CO
Los Angeles, CA
Welcome to San Antonio.
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Welcome to Texas, friends. But that’s not all — our fellow Texans are also moving around quite a bit. Here are the top three cities within the Lone Star State that U-Haul customers are arriving to San Antonio from:
Now that you’re here, stay a while. If you’re a newcomer — or even a longtime local who loves staying in the loop — check out our City Guides for everything there is to know about the Alamo City.
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This batch could be especially helpful as you settle in to local life:
Summer of ’84 | Friday, Aug. 30 | 6-9 p.m. | Oak & Saint | Free | Gather your friends and chill out with 1980s music and community.
Pop Weekend | Friday, Aug. 30-Saturday, Aug. 31 | 6 p.m.-2 a.m. | Howl at the Moon San Antonio | $10-$20 | Kick off the Labor Day weekend with live music featuring greatest pop hits + current favorites, and drink specials along The River Walk.
Saturday, Aug. 31
Give Back Yoga | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 10-11:15 a.m. | Urban Ecology Center at Phill Hardberger Park | Donation | Join this morning flow session with proceeds benefiting Each One Teach One.
Fall Gardening Tasks for the Landscape | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 10-11 a.m. | Rainbow Gardens Bandera | Free | Learn the basics for maintaining a vibrant + healthy garden during the fall season.
UTSA Roadrunners Football Season Opener | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 2:30 p.m. | Alamodome | $12+ | Orange-out the Dome as the Roadrunners kick off the new season against the Kennesaw State University Owls.
Dinosaur Dreams Comedy Showcase | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 8-11 p.m. | Tandem San Antonio | $10-$15 | Make it a night on the town filled with laughs as you watch local comedians take the stage.
Sunday, Sept. 1
The Market | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Curator Coffee | Cost of purchase | Start your Sunday reset by shopping from local vendors and sipping your favorite latte.
OCHO A-GO-GO | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 12 p.m. | Ocho at Hotel Havana | $10 | Bring your fans to this Latin Drag Brunch with host Maria G., enjoy bites from “Chopped” Winner Chef Kirk, and drink cocktails by Brugal 1888.
Jon Wolfe | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 10 p.m.-12 a.m. | Thirsty Horse Saloon | $20 | Two-step the night away with the sounds of this country music artist featuring guest Drew Brown.
Monday, Sept. 2
Wine Class - Labor of Love | Monday, Sept. 2 | 6:30-8 p.m. | High Street Wine Co. | $65 | Join advanced sommelier Austin Tabbone as you taste six wines while discussing all of the labor that goes into making this beverage.
Geekdom and Inicio Ventures are hosting the Inicio Latinx Pitch Competition during San Antonio Startup Week. Latinx businesses can give a five-minute pitch with selected companies for a chance to win $35,000. Deadline to apply is Monday, Sept. 20.
Health
New COVID boosters are now available in San Antonio. Moderna and Pfizer received authorization for vaccines that target the latest variant. Want to get the latest vaccine? Book an appointment today at your local pharmacy. (TPR)
Announced
H-E-B announced a new partnership with UT Austin’s three-time NCAA Champion Madisen Skinner. This is the company’s first Name, Image, and Likeness deal. Learn more about the partnership with the collegiate volleyball player.
Plan Ahead
Fan Jam Tip-Off: Hoops on Houston Street is happening on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free, family-friendly pop-up basketball experience in a truck will celebrate the countdown to the 2025 Men’s Final Four set for April 4-7 at the Alamodome.
Open
Dean’s Steak & Seafood is now open inside the the Kimpton Santo Hotel. Built on the foundation of a 19th century German schoolhouse, the two-level steakhouse highlights an elevated menu of prime steaks + seafood, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Make a reservation today.
Sports
ESPN’s Pete Sousa believes the Bears are a better team this year ahead of their season opener against Tarleton. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Baylor Bears with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Learn
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Finance
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History
🤠 Cowboy hats not required
Witness the return of “Voices of the West: Living Legends” at the Briscoe
Join this inaugural chat with two prominent River City cultural institutions about Texas and the American West at the Briscoe Western Art Museum. | Photo by Briscoe Western Art Museum
Calling all history buffs. The Briscoe Western Art Museum and the Alamo are combining history + storytellers in a new event series called, “Voices of the West: Living Legends.” The inaugural conversation will feature country music singer + Grammy winner Ray Benson, and be moderated by John Spong, host of Texas Monthly’s “One by Willie” music history podcast.
“Voices of the West” initially ran at the Briscoe from 2014 through 2017. The rebooted series will spotlight voices from Texas Monthly, singers, scholars, and historians to share tales of Texas + the American West.
Here’s what to know before you saddle up:
Happening Wednesday, Sept. 11 at the Briscoe Western Art Museum
Doors open at 6 p.m. and the event starts at 7 p.m.
Online tickets starting at $25, with limited quantities at the door
VIP tickets include open bar, light appetizers, and a meet + greet with Ray Benson
Stay tuned for additional dates.
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