Texas Clay Festival | Saturday, Oct. 26-Sunday, Oct. 27 | Times vary | Gruene Historical District, New Braunfels | Cost of purchase | Browse the biggest festival celebrating Texas potters and enjoy free ceramic demos + classes.
Muertos Fest | Saturday, Oct. 26-Sunday, Oct. 27 | Times vary | Hemisfair | Cost of purchase | Celebrate the Day of the Dead with live musical performances, art, food, and an open altar exhibition.
Dogtober Fall Festival | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. | San Antonio Animal Care Services | Cost of purchase | Bring your furry best friend for a pet-friendly pumpkin patch, listen to live music, take part in a costume contest, and more.
Halloween Block Party | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 6-10 p.m. | Folklores Coffee House | Cost of purchase | Celebrate all things spooky with local businesses like Breakaway Brewing + Alebrije.
Halloween Spooky Market | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Starlighter | Cost of purchase | Shop local vendors while listening to classic Halloween hits.
Sip & Shop Sunday | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 3-6 p.m. | Camp 1604 | Cost of purchase | Ring in the new week with a pop-up market featuring local artisans, live music, and food + drink specials.
Spa-lloween Mixer | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 3-6 p.m. | The Body & Skin Refinery | Cost of purchase | Refresh your skin before the holiday madness with spa discounts, drinks, and giveaways.
Plan Ahead
“Coco” | Monday, Oct. 28 | 7 p.m. | Pearl Park | Free | Pack a comfy blanket and make your way to the Pearl for a showing of this Disney classic.
Haunted Hike | Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 7 p.m. | King William | Free | Immerse yourself in the hauntings along the River Walk with a history lesson through the King William neighborhood.
A new condo development is coming to Helotes. The Gabriel will have amenities like a private four-acre park with bike + walking trails, saltwater pool, a pickleball court, and private garages. Pre-construction pricing starts in the $200,000s. A construction timeline has not been announced.
Open
Fore! Swing Lounge is now open in Stone Oak. The indoor golf simulator features 130+ virtual top-rated courses from around the world, league + membership options, a full bar, and locally-curated menu. Swing by its location at 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy., Unit 123.
Announced
Spurs Sports & Entertainment announced the Gunn Auto Group as its new naming rights partner. Therefore its parks at The Rock at La Cantera will be renamed to Gunn Family Park and Gunn Family Coyote Dog Park.
Active
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon is returning to the Alamo City for its 16th year. Happening Saturday, Dec. 7 + Sunday, Dec. 8, the annual race leads runners on a tour of the city that includes iconic landmarks, historic neighborhoods, and a portion of JBSA - Fort Sam Houston. Register today.
Travel
Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to San Antonio International Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Number
$2.70. That’s how much a gallon of gas costs in Texas right now. Read more about the cost of living in San Antonio, including the median household income, and average cost of healthcare and groceries.
Regional
If you’re a San Antonian, you know that residents don’t speed in Shavano Park. Here are all the unwritten rules locals should know about the city, according to SATXtoday readers.
Sports
Can the Cowboys find a way to get a much-needed win against the 2023 NFC Champions? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
It’s time to take a break from your high-interest debt. For one of the longest no-interest periods on a balance transfer card experts have seen in a while, check this out.*
City Guide
City Guide
Lending a helping hand
Anyone who helps make San Antonio more beautiful gets a spot on our thankful list. | Photo by @jimenezdinner
Maybe you have some extra time on your hands, or maybe you’re just in the giving spirit. All we know is there are more than enough great causes in San Antonio to support with your time.
Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast — there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 23 ways to get involved in the Alamo City.
San Antonio Pets Alive! | Foster pets, giving monetary + vehicle donations, and naming animals are ways to make an impact on our animal community.
Period Palooza | This local group advocates for women’s menstrual health by conducting community outreach + events as well as offering donation boxes around the city for feminine products.
Trash for Change | Educating the public through environmental stewardship, this group focuses on keeping public spaces trash-free.
River Aid SA | This organization strives to keep the San Antonio River Basin clean and has collected over 400,000 pounds of trash.
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I’m planning to head downtown today to check out the Día de los Muertos festivities at Hemisfair. I can’t wait to see all the costumes and the tallest Catrina statue in the US at La Villita Historic Village.