Lick Honest Ice Creams has been around since 2011. | Photo by SATXtoday
We asked our readers for their favorite ice cream shops in San Antonio. Here’s the scoop.
Bee Nice Ice Cream, 8003 Broadway
Sue W. has a recommendation: “Purple Passion is their specialty. [It’s] a delicious ice cream made from purple sweet potatoes.”
Lick Honest Ice Creams, various locations
Beloved by locals for its unique and unusual flavors, this spot’s seasonal offerings are especially a hit.
Arctic Ape, 5221 Walzem Rd.
This fro-yo option also offers gelato, Italian ice, and milkshakes. Jan R. said that there are “board games galore while you’re enjoying your frozen treat.”
Freshest Ice Cream, 8053 Callaghan Rd.
If you’re vegan or lactose-free, this ice cream parlor is for you. Stacey S. thinks a combination of the flavors, options, atmosphere, and owners is what makes Freshest extra special.
Solstice Party with Aperol | 6-8 p.m. | Anaqua Garden Bar | $40 | Celebrate the arrival of summer with live entertainment and $6-$8 Aperol cocktails — just book a day pool pass on Resort Pass.
Saturday, June 21
Free Entry Day | 7 a.m.-1 p.m. | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center | Free | Get outside in celebration of Pollinator Week + take home educational material to learn which plants will attract pollinators to your space.
Camp Atlas at the Broadway Book Fair | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Belle & Union | Cost of purchase | Jointly curated by Nowhere Bookshop and Belle & Union, the shopping experience promises treasures and tchotchkes for readers, writers, list-makers, and lovers of fine margins.
Sweat & Chill | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa | $30 | Head to the Oasis Lawn for health-focused activities and amenities, including a sculpt class, yoga session, spa zone, cold plunges, and complimentary samples.
Stick & Poke at SOS Summer Series | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Son of a Sailor | Cost of purchase | Pin & Pencil settles in for a tattoo residency one Sunday per month this summer — booking is limited and must be made directly with Annika.
Meowgical Summer Adoption Event | 12-3 p.m. | Petco | Cost of purchase | Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to get your paws on some cuteness, cats will be available all afternoon.
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Eat
San Antonio-based Southern Roots Vegan Bakery was recognized in Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Best Snack Awards for its vanilla cake donuts. The publication said the sweet treats are “surprisingly vegan but don’t compromise on taste or texture.”
Concert
Don’t shake your head, shake your hips instead. Shakira already rescheduled her show at the Alamodome for Saturday, July 5. Previously purchased tickets for the original concert on Friday, June 13 will be honored on the new date. (San Antonio Express-News)
Arts
“O’ Powa O’ Meng: The Art and Legacy of Jody Folwell” debuts at the McNay Art Museum on Thursday, July 31. The exhibition highlighting Folwell’s career showcases ~25 pottery works spanning five decades. The museum will also host artist-led programs that complement the display before its close in January 2026.
Community
Your weekend plans? Consider them made. Celebrate Make Music Day with a day of free performances at the San Antonio Botanical Garden on Saturday, June 21. Wander 39 acres of vibrant plant life while soaking in sounds from brass bands, indie artists + more. Pre-registration is required, so secure your spot soon.*
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