Honor our military heroes with SA Veterans Day taking place at Hemisfair on Saturday, Nov. 9. | Photo courtesy of Hemisfair
Veterans Day is on Monday, Nov. 11, but the events are starting this weekend. If you’re looking to honor our veterans in Military City, USA, we highly recommend checking out the USMVPA Veterans Day Parade tomorrow, followed by the SA Veterans Day event happening at Hemisfair from 12 to 8 p.m.
This free celebration is free to attend, and visitors can expect live music + entertainment, local resource fair for veterans, a vendor market, and the Presentation of the Colors. Be sure to stay until 8 p.m. and end the night with a laser light show.
Pro tip: If you have little ones that like to be in the water, bring a swim suit and take a dip in The Springs for extra fun. San Antonio is estimated to have a high of 76° on Saturday.
Sip & Save | 6-9 p.m. | GG’S Emporium | Cost of purchase | Save 10%-off your purchase and shop from local vendors as well as pop culture nostalgia items.
Twilight Farmers & Artisan Market | 6-10 p.m. | Confluence Park | Cost of purchase | Pick up a cup of horchata from Two Sips and browse the local vendors at this urban park.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Happy Holiclay Workshop | 5-8 p.m. | The Artisan | $35 | Dive into the art of polymer clay making led by artist Bertha Longoria from Birdie & Clay.
Embarrassing Shoes Pop-Up | 6-9:30 p.m. | San Antonio Gold | Cost of purchase | This pop-up features local artists and their crafts available to purchase.
Second Saturday Market | 6-10 p.m. | Southtown Vinyl | Cost of purchase | Get a head start on holiday shopping and browse vintage clothes, local art, and shop from the record store while listening to live music.
SA Local Market | 6-10 p.m. | Main Plaza | Cost of purchase | Make your way to the heart of downtown for an evening mercado and stay for a showing of “San Antonio | The Saga.”
Sunday, Nov. 10
Charli xcx vs. Sabrina Carpenter Drag Brunch | 1-4 p.m. | The Starlighter | $12+ | Anita Verga is hosting The Starlighter’s drag brunch featuring the electric and pop sounds of the two singers.
Grunt Style Freesome Social | 4-8 p.m. | VFW Post 76 | Cost of purchase | Party at the oldest post in Texas with complimentary food + drink, giveaways, ceremonies, live music, and community.
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Poetic Republic Coffee Roasters is the perfect place to catch up on some reading or just to catch a break from it all. | Photo by SATXtoday team
The Alamo City has no shortage of masterful baristas, aromatic roasts, and foamy lattes. But if you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, gather some brews clues with our guide to some of the best coffee shops in San Antonio.
Southbound Coffee, 246 E. Cevallos | Good things come in pink trailers, we think that’s how the saying goes, right? Stop by this cute coffee station for your espresso needs.
Poppy’s Coffee House, 6417 Evers Rd. | This home turned-snoopy-themed coffee oasis has the perfect atmosphere to relax and catch up with family.
PRESS Coffee Co., multiple locations | Whether it’s the green house or their latest location, you’ll find a relaxing atmosphere to recharge.
Curator Coffee, 2923 Thousand Oaks Dr., Ste. 4 | Pick up a lavender latte and be sure to catch one of its ceramic markets featuring the San Antonio Potters Guild.
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Earlier this week I had dinner at a fantastic restaurant called Pazzo Pastaria. I’m always searching for new local restaurants to try and this one had some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had. I highly recommend making a reservation for an intimate dinner.
