Come one, come all, come hungry. The first-ever San Antonio’s Barbecue Festival is wafting its way toward the Alamo City on Sunday, Aug. 10.
Head down to Social Spot (930 Broadway St.) for the inaugural hosting of the annual event for live music + unlimited tastings starting at $33. Then, vote for your favorite local pitmaster to crown a champion.
Asked
Asked
How long would you wait in line for barbecue?
A. 30 minutes tops B. An hour or two C. 3-6 hours for the right spot D. I’d camp overnight
SAPL Silent Book Club for Adults | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Great Northwest Library | Free | This low-pressure silent book club is the perfect excuse to dive into your current read — snacks and drinks are provided.
Movies by Moonlight: Dog Days of Summer | 7-10:30 p.m. | Civic Park | Free | Bring your family + blankets to this screening of “A Goofy Movie” with food vendors on-site and free popcorn provided.
Wednesday, July 23
Guided Bike Rides - Mission Reach | 9-10 a.m. | Mission Reach | Free with registration | Participate in a scenic ride along the San Antonio River via e-bike — cyclists must be 18 or older.
Thursday, July 24
Intro to Vertical Gardening | 6-7 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | $15+ | Learn how to take your garden to new heights with staff horticulturist and living wall expert Layni Langham.
Friday, July 25
Fiesta Noche del Rio | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Arneson River Theatre | $10+ | The 68th season of outdoor performances benefits local children’s charities and takes place on Friday and Saturday nights through August.
Get ready for new neighbors, San Antonio is growing. The SA Metro Area ranked No. 14 on Construction Coverage’s list of large metro areas building the most homes. The study determined the region is adding 13.6 new housing units for every 1,000 existing homes.
Try This
Do you know someone who puts the “bomb” in “bombshell?” While the country is still coming down from its collective “Love Island USA” hysteria, the producers are already looking for Season 8 applicants. If you’d like to see Fiji without the drama, San Antonio International Airport is a good place to start.
Mansion Monday
Speaking of high-quality television, this for-sale Shavano Park mansion looks like it’s straight out of “The Bachelor” franchise. We’d definitely accept a rose if it meant spending more time inside the European-style palace fit with red tiled roofs, marble interiors galore, a home gym, and a picturesque pool.
Pets
Listen up, cat lovers. CatVideoFest is coming to multiple Alamo City venues beginning Saturday, Aug. 2 with a top-notch compilation of feline shenanigans. But if you think your cat is a star, you can snag them some screen time by submitting a video. Get the details on how to submit.
Number
10. That’s how many more days homes in San Antonio spent on the market in June 2025 than June 2024. Explore our real estate coverage to stay in-the-know on localtrends and trendy homes. (Newsweek)
Film
We’re going back to Hogwarts. Filming is officially underway for HBO’s “Potter” series — a television adaptation of the iconic books and movies. With the expected release still years away, you can pass the time with a movie filmed in San Antonio. (USA Today)
Listen
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Job
Hey San Antonio — we’re looking for a go-getter Sales Executive who’s ready to shake things up. If you love closing deals, hate boring jobs, and want uncapped commissions + remote perks, let’s talk. Apply to join our team now.
“Most people spend their lives planning for ‘someday,’ but what if ‘someday’ were today?” That’s the question asked by Ann Tyler-Konradi, co-founder of The Yurtopian Hill Country Resort.
The 46-acre resort — and its 10 income-producing Mongolian yurts — is heading for new ownership, and it could be yours for $10. A raffle is now open as Tyler-Konradi looks to pass the torch to the next owner of the property valued at $7 million. The winner will be announced on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at the Glamping Show Americas in Colorado.
If you can’t wait that long, or don’t fancy your chances, here are some other unique stays in and around San Antonio you could enjoy:
Safari Tent Cabins | Converse
Always wanted to go camping but don’t own a tent? Look no further than these safari tents that sleeps up to four people.
Acorn Treehouse at Honey Tree | Fredericksburg
We’ve always dreamed about that big treehouse in our backyard, and now it’s a reality.
Psst. Wondering what everyone bought during this year’s Prime Day? Here are the top most shopped items that The Buy team recommended — and some of them are still on sale:
👀 Slip into a soft pair of high-waisted leggings with NexiEpoch’s light-compression pair.
👀 It’s hard to say no to a two-in-one vacuum and mop roomba from iRobot, especially with features like “Clean While I’m Away.”
👀 Your under-sink storage space gets a lot more functional when you use these pull-out cabinet organizers that can fit around plumbing.
👀 Anker’s magnetic charging station charges devices two times as fast, all while replacing messy cords.
👀 The perfect lipstick doesn’t exi — ope, we nearly forgot about Clinique’s sheer, flattering Almost Lipstick.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Wait, where’s Donna? Don’t worry folks, your new newsletter editor will be back in your inboxes tomorrow.
In the meantime, with another scorching South Texas week ahead, you don’t have to stay home to keep cool. We’ve got some ideas on how to have funout of the sun during the summer months in the Alamo City.
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