Expect iconic events to return like the Men’s Final Four Dribble (pictured above from 2018) where participants can dribble a basketball down a one-mile course through downtown San Antonio. | Photo by the NCAA
It’s almost game time, folks. We are less than 70 days away from the NCAA Men’s Final Four taking place at the Alamodome from Saturday, April 5 through Monday, April 7.
The San Antonio Local Organizing Committee (SALOC), City of San Antonio officials, and NCAA held a press conference Tuesday dishing out all the amazing experiences coming to our city.
Before we get started
San Antonio’s downtown is going to be electric with weekend events taking place Friday, April 4 through Monday, April 7. Expect fan activations, watch parties + tailgates, the March Madness Music Festival, a River Walk pep rally, the Men’s Final Four Dribble, and a legacy project.
This marks the fifth time in Alamo City history that San Antonio has hosted the Men’s Final Four, bolstering our reputation as a world-class destination for sporting events.
Fun fact: The weekend’s itinerary is estimated to add ~$440 million to San Antonio’s economy.
Carousel Painting | 6-8 p.m. | Refuge Coffee + Beer Garden | $23 | Grab a latte or cold one and participate in passing a canvas around with other community members adding to the project.
Betty’s Co. x Hemisfair | Thursday, Jan. 30 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Hemisfair | Cost of purchase | Visit this women’s health mobile trailer and learn about health resources.
Plant Tissue Culture Workshop | 6-9 p.m. | San Antonio Garden Center | $200 | In this hands-on workshop, learn how to properly propagate plants.
Friday, Jan. 31
“Austin Powers” Party | 9 p.m. | Brass Monkey | Cost of purchase | Expect groovy tunes, themed drinks, and music that will have you saying “yeah, baby.”
The City of San Antonio and The NRP Group are celebrating the completion of the Los Arcos at VIDA affordable housing project. The development adds 324 affordable units to the city’s South Side. Amenities include two playgrounds, a swimming pool, fitness center, and community programs.
Sports
Rumor has it... Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox has expressed interest in joining the Silver and Black. NBA teams have a deadline of Thursday, Feb. 6 to finalize trade deals. Will Fox be joining The Spurs, and who will we send to Sacramento? Let us know your predictions. (San Antonio Express-News)
Plan Ahead
Comedian and actor Kevin Hart announced an additional Alamo City stop on his “Acting My Age” tour on Saturday, April 12. Tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 31 at 10 a.m.
Announced
The InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk announced a new rooftop DJ series is coming to its bar High Praise. HI Temple takes place every Friday night at 8 p.m. and features local DJs playing deep house, disco house, afro house, and techno surrounded by panoramic city views. Be sure to lock in your reservation.
Cause
Periodpalooza, a local nonprofit specializing in access to women’s health products, is hosting is hosting a self-titled market at Brick at Blue Star on Saturday, March 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expect circus performances, local vendors, eat + drink options, and local health organizations. It’s free to attend and donations are encouraged.
Holiday
Today is the start of Lunar New Year and the city is celebrating with various events and food specials from eateries like Best Quality Daughter and Ming’s. Plan your weekend. (MySA)
Answered
Reader Sandra P. asks “Are there any parks on the East Side closer to Converse?” Absolutely, we recommend Crescent Bend Nature Park for bird watching and Kardon Park for its shaded playscape for the kiddos. Thank you for your question, we’ll be sure to explore the East Side in our future update.
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The NCAA Men’s Final Four press conference was electrifying and I’m honored to have been able to attend. I can’t wait to bring you the latest on the event, so stay tuned and share this newsletter with a fellow friend.
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