San Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh gave a presentation on what the future of Hemisfair could look like in the next 15 years. | Rendering by the City of San Antonio
The rumors are true. After over a year of internal communications and signed NDAs, the city manager finally briefed San Antonio City Council and the public about its ambitious plan to have the Silver and Black move back to Hemisfair.
An overview
The city plans to build on the land where the Institute of Texan Cultures currently sits, as well as securing additional parcels of land for a total of 40 to 50 acres.
The plans include:
A new Spurs arena
A re-imagined Alamodome
Converting the John Woods Courthouse into a 5,000-seat venue
A new 1,000-room convention center hotel
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center expansion
Retail and mixed-use space throughout the project
The proposed Sports and Entertainment District is estimated to take 15 years to fully complete construction.
What are your thoughts on the announced Sports and Entertainment District?
A. San Antonio’s future is bright B. I’m cautiously optimistic about the development C. I don’t think it will happen D. I need more information to determine my feelings
28th Annual ZonArte Holiday Market | 6-9 p.m. | Centro Cultural Aztlan | Cost of purchase | This shopping event is in its 28th year and features local artists from across San Antonio and Texas.
Lights Alive Opening Night | 6-10 p.m. | 5931 Roft Rd. | $30+ | Drive through a one-mile light show as well as enjoy ornament crafting and a kids fun zone.
Fall Open House & Doggy Day | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center | Free | Enjoy the beautiful weather and grab a cup of coffee from with Dos Perros Coffee by visiting the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center and bring the dog as well.
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“Remember Me When I Leave” Tour | 7 p.m. | Paper Tiger | $24+ | Houston-based Latino indie band VORTXZ is brining their debut album to the Alamo City.
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