Grab a margarita and take in the game at the Dog Co. Icehouse. | Photo by SATXtoday team
We’re right in the thick of college football, and no matter who you’re rooting for, the most important question is definitely weighing on your mind...
Where should I watch?
My personal pick? The Dog Co. Icehouse near I-10 and Huebner Road. This 24,000-sqft beer garden and food truck park is super pet-friendly and kid-friendly. It’s got two dog runs, one for small dogs and another for large dogs, an expansive play area for kids, and two sand volleyball courts.
You can watch the big game outside on an enormous LED screen and score rotating specials weekly. Pro tip: Buy a $15 Dog Co. Icehouse souvenir cup and get refills for $5.
Asked
Asked
What’s your No. 1 favorite spot to watch college football in the 210?
A. McIntyre’s North Star
B. Roo Pub
C. Dog Co. Icehouse
D. Other
Toddler Story Time | 11-11:50 a.m. | Potranco Library | Free | Toddlers actively participate in stories, music and movement enhancing their social, emotional and language development — recommended for children 18 to 36 months.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Glow Aqua Zumba | 8:30 p.m. | Woodlawn Lake Park Swimming Pool | Free | Bring some friends to the the last outdoor Aqua Zumba class of the 2025 season, with free health screenings by Mobile Fit.
Thursday, Aug. 28
Thursday Night Tango with Bobby and Leah | 1 p.m. | Sway Dance Club | $10 | This one-hour guided instruction with San Antonio’s own Leah Gundrum and Bobby Duran is followed by a one-hour Argentine Tango practice.
Understanding Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) Town Hall Series | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free with ticket | To help families understand what ESAs are and make sense of this new opportunity, San Antonio Charter Moms (SACM) is hosting a series of Town Halls to explain key factors.
Friday, Aug. 29
Hans Kim | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club | $31.40+ | Come hear the hilarious stylings of comedian Hans Kim, a regular on “Kill Tony” and “Jason Rouse’s Safe Word Podcast.”
Saturday, Aug. 30
Delectable Italian Classics - Cooking Class by Classpop | 5-7 p.m. | Artisan Distillery & Craft Bar | $60 | Learn traditional techniques to hand-craft delicate and soft gnocchi in this interactive cooking class with Chef Chelsea.
A $60 million, 335,000-sqft Bill Miller Bar-B-Q headquarters near the San Antonio Food Bank nears completion and is poised for move-in come September. The two-story facility — designed by RVK Architecture, which also designed the Boeing Center at Tech Port — will include a truck docking space and new servicing equipment. (MySA)
Real Estate
San Antonio homes spend an average of 83 days on the market — close to twice the national average. A boon to would-be buyers, they can take their time to find the perfect residence. Homes are taking longer to sell, but prices and inventory remain consistent, said REMAX CEO Erik Carlson. (Culture Map San Antonio)
Opening
They’re baaaack. Latin-inspired Mambo Seafood, which scaled back some of its San Antonio operations earlier in 2025, will be opening a new seafood joint on the West Side this fall. A grand opening party to be held on Saturday, Sept. 27 will include activities for kids, free paletas, live music, and other goodies. (San Antonio Culture Map)
Deal
Enjoy a full day of adventure at the San Antonio Zoo with a limited-time offer now through Friday, Sept. 19. For under $20, score a zoo admission plus a meal that includes hot dog, chips, and soda.
Eat
In spec-taco-ular news, famed Mexican taco chain Tacos on the Street is expanding into San Antonio. Construction began on a 2,000-sqft space on the Northeast side in April — the chain’s very first location in the US. According to a Tacos on the Street news release in July, it’s poised to open any day now. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Read
Now in Books recently made a guide of what novels to read based on your state. To be read in Texas? Lucas Schaefer’s “The Slip” — a hit of a novel about the power of boxing and a teenage boy finding his identity, all set against an Austin backdrop. Check for the title at a locally owned book shop.
Plan Ahead
Do you have what it takes? Taco Cabana is ringing in its 47th anniversary with the first World Taco Eating Championship in San Antonio on Saturday, Sept. 20. Contenders will go up against professional eaters to devour Taco Cabana’s iconic bean and cheese tacos as they compete for $10,000 in prizes. Registration is open now.
Sports
Matt Galatzan and Zach Dimmitt tackle a controversial omission: Johnny Manziel’s absence from a “greatest players” list. Is this a snub of epic proportions? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Texas A&M Aggies with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Biz
Need to fill your open role fast? Post your job listing on our hyper-local Job Board + get connected with top local talent. Did we mention it’s free?
Home
How smart homeowners preserve their property (and their weekends): using Homebuddy for a one-time install of top-rated gutter guards that require zero maintenance. Compare local offers now.*
Gabe Zeckua, drone pilot and owner of Andale Films, consistently posts to Instagram some of the most gorgeous views of the city, and this week was no different. This one is a twofer — enjoy the fascinating views as we ponder the future of Project Marvel and the economic growth of the city we love.
The perfect stadium accessory: this clear crossbody bag for all your gameday essentials. We love this option’s adjustable strap, smooth zipper, and chic hardware.
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Do I speak Parseltongue? I’ll never tell. | Photo via Donna Provencher, SATXtoday
Y’all, my inner child is so excited. This geriatric millennial is going to a Defense Against the Dark Arts magic show on Thursday night... and “into a candlelit chamber where legends breathe.”
As a Pottermore-official lifelong Slytherin (I’m the good kind, I solemnly swear), it only seems fitting.
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