Which performance are you planning on attending? Let us know. | Photo by the City of San Antonio
Drumroll, please. From pop to country and everything in between, San Antonio is a stop on 20+ major artists’ and bands’ tour schedules. Scan this list and snag your tickets to ensure you don’t miss out on any of them.
Country music
Trace Adkins | Sept. 13 | the Resort at Fredericksburg | Known for “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” and “Ladies Love Country Boys”
Terri Clark | Sept. 21 | Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | Known for “Poor, Poor Pitiful Me” and “Girls Lie, Too”
9/11 Memorial Climb | 6 a.m. | Alamodome | $60 | Pay tribute to 343 fallen firefighter brothers with this annual 9/11 tribute climb, open to the public — with same-day on-site registration available (cash only).
Friday, Sept. 12
Fermented Friday | 4-6 p.m. | Geekdom | Free | At this networking event, BYOB and enjoy good company to celebrate triumph over another week.
Sewing Class | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Collins Garden Branch Library | Free | If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to sew, this class by Alamo Tailoring will teach you the basics of sewing, cutting patterns, and more.
Saturday, Sept. 13
Fall BlingFest 2025 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | San Antonio Garden Center | Price of purchase | The San Antonio Bead Society presents a showcase of artisan jewelry, beads, silver and more at the San Antonio Garden Center.
Monday, Sept. 15
Durand Jones and the Indications | 8 p.m. | The Aztec Theatre | $40.75+ | Come listen to rich, expressive contemporary R&B and soul with this iconic group.
Saturday, Sept. 20
19th Annual Victim to Victor Fundraiser | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Javelina Harley-Davidson | Free | The family-friendly gathering with live music, children’s activities, raffles, food, and vendor booths will bring together the community in support of Bexar County’s children.
Sunday, Sept. 21
Sunday Brunch Market | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Hemisfair | Price of purchase | Box Street All Day hosts a sip-and-shop market curated by The Texas Market, where attendees can enjoy local vendors, a live DJ, and a delicious brunch.
Pro tip: In areas without a pickup location, patients can receive a home delivery. | Photos courtesy of Texas Original
Texans with chronic pain can now explore medical marijuana as a treatment option. Recent legislative changes have expanded the eligibility for medical cannabis prescriptions to include conditions like chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, and Crohn’s Disease.
Texans can now consult doctors from home via telemedicine and fill prescriptions through statewide delivery or local pickup. Texas Original serves the entire state and offers 20% off first orders, plus rewards for returning patients.
Long-anticipated new residential + retail offerings near Hemisfair have been put on hold, according to recent changes to the developers’ sublease. The new retail space is now slated to begin construction in May 2026, with a new apartment complex and more retail spaces coming by August 2029. (San Antonio Express-News)
Real Estate
As Project Marvel picks up steam, downtown office spaces are seeing more interest and inquiries from potential tenants. Vacancy rates of downtown offices sit around 27% — but experts predict explosive interest by companies once construction visibly breaks ground. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Community
Books are reason to celebrate — and the San Pedro Branch Library just turned 95. The first branch library in Texas and first in a municipal park, it was built in 1930. To ring in the occasion, the city hosted a 1930s-themed celebration with vintage crafts and a commemorative ceremony. (MySA)
List
No. 5. That’s where San Antonio ranks in the nation for number of new apartments built since 1985, according to a new study. As a result, the demand for self-storage facilities in the area is booming, with the city also seeing the second-highest number of self-storage facilities arise. (CultureMap San Antonio)
Plan Ahead
Guardians of the Children’s 19th annual fundraiser will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Javelina Harley-Davidson to raise money for survivors of abuse in Bexar County. The family-friendly event will offer activities for kids, vendor booths, live music, food — and a raffle for a 2025 brand-new Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
Quoted
“I have loved reading books for as long as I can remember, inspired by my family of library lovers and the joy of stories that connect us.” That’s what seasoned nonprofit leader Lisa Ayres said upon being named the new executive director of the San Antonio Book Festival. (San Antonio Book Festival)
Fun Fact
While your friendly neighborhood newsletter editor prepares to compete in the World Taco Eating Championship next weekend, here’s a fun Guinness World Record San Antonio holds: The city is home to the world’s largest sculpture of cowboy boots. The 35-ft, 10,000-lb. boots can be found outside North Star Mall. (KSAT)
Sports
Can Texas A&M stun Notre Dame? Matt Galatzan and Zach Dimmitt break down the crucial matchup between the two and analyze Notre Dame’s offensive threats. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Texas A&M Aggies with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Plan Ahead
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Asked
Asked
Would the progression of Project Marvel excite you about the possibility of working in an office space downtown?
A. Yes, it’s going to be so vibrant + fun — with amazing nightlife. B. No, I’d rather work farther away from the heart of downtown.
You won’t want to miss the DoSeum‘s fabulously spooky and always legendary Halloween festivities to be held on Monday, Oct. 27. If you’re lucky, you might see some very familiar witch-y visitors.
Pumpkin spice lattes are back — and so is our quest for the perfect fall boots. Here are our top five picks of the season:
👢 These knee high boots strike the perfect balance between function and style with an anti-slip rubber outsole and chic buckle detailing.
👢 Free People’s Western booties feature a sophisticated two-inch heel, patent leather, and appliqué details for under $70.
👢 Spot us wearing these vanilla-hued suede pointed toe ankle booties to date nights and dinner parties all season long.
👢 These timeless Chelsea ankle boots are a steal for under $50. Oh, and they’re top-rated on Amazon.
👢 Sporty meets sleek in Eurosoft’s ultra-comfortable side zip boots complete with a padded footbed + round toe design.
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.
Wow! We quizzed y’all earlier this week about the projected timeline for Project Marvel, and nearly half of you were right on the money.
41.8% chose the correct answer, which was “up to 15 years.” Another 35.2% incorrectly guessed “up to eight years,” with 20.3% guessing “up to two years,” and 2.8% guessing “up to 35 years.”
Keep those civic engagement hats on, folks — we love to see it.
‡Texas CUP License No. 0005. Please note: Legalities in your state may vary. Texas Original advises consumers to read the company’s terms and conditions. Patients must consult a physician and receive a prescription to purchase medical cannabis products. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SATXtoday.
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