Food, beer, music — what’s not to love about Oktoberfest? | Photo via 6AM City
It’s beer o’clock somewhere. Who doesn’t love a good Oktoberfest celebration?
San Antonio’s own veteran-owned Longtab Brewing is hosting its 6th annual Oktoberfest for two weekends only: Friday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Oct. 5.
Here you can enjoy live music from Fiesta fan favorites the TubaMeisters on Sept. 26 at 6 p.m., participate in a steinholding contest, or — of course — indulge in delicious German food and beer.
Pro tip: The steinholding contest is held each Saturday of the fest — and this year, it’s once more a qualifying competition for the U.S. Steinholding Association’sstate championship tournament.
Events
Events
Friday, Sept. 12
Juan Gabriel - A Philharmonic Tribute | 7:30 p.m. | Scottish Rite Hall | $50+ | Enjoy a heartfelt orchestral celebration of one of Latin America’s most beloved musical legends, as conducted by the award-winning Felipe Tristán.
Saturday, Sept. 13
Farmers & Artisans Markets | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Mission Marquee Plaza | Price of purchase | This market offers fresh local food + products, plus fitness classes, tree adoptions, and on-site parking.
Sunday, Sept. 14
Guided Bird Tour - Second Sunday | 8-11 a.m. | Mitchell Lake Audubon Center | $10 | On this guided bird tour around the various habitats of Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, guests can see at least 30-50 different bird species with an expert guide.
Monday, Sept. 15
Ethnobotany of Cacti | 10 a.m.-11 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | Price of admission | Kick off Cactus Week with a guided tour by horticulturist Layni Langham through the Garden’s Desert Pavilion and Cactus and Succulent Garden.
Tuesday, Sept. 16
EBSM Tuesday Nights | 10 p.m. | The Mix | Price of purchase | Come listen to electronic body synth music as The Legend Of Premutos + DJ Blue Eyed Devil bring the energy.
Friday, Sept. 19
The Fab Four: the Ultimate Tribute to the Beatles | 7:30 p.m. | Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | $38+ | If you love the Beatles + want to experience the greatest of Beatles tributes, you won’t want to miss the Emmy Award-winning Fab Four.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Taco Cabana’s World Taco Eating Championship | 12 p.m. | Taco Cabana | Free | Watch history in the making at the inaugural World Taco Eating Championship as pro eaters and locals alike compete for cash prizes.
✨ This reimagined classic will be an awfully big adventure
Presented by Texas Ballet Theater
Pictured: Principal Dancer Andre Silva and Soloist Rieko Hatato. | Photos provided by Texas Ballet Theater, Steven Visneau
Like some children, some stories never grow old — especially with a little faith, trust, and pixie dust. Sound familiar?
“Peter Pan” flies back on stage at Winspear Opera House from Friday, Sept. 19, through Sunday, Sept. 21 with a bold new look.
This high-energy, family-friendly ballet blends classic magic with bright neons, edgy mohawks, and reimagined mischief in a charmingly colorful take on a timeless tale.
Ready to see Wendy, Peter, Tinkerbell (and more) dance across land, sea, and even air?
Banana ball comes to the Alamo City for the first time this weekend as the Texas Tailgaters take on the Party Animals at Nelson Wolff Stadium. Stay alert: This baseball spinoff has its own quirky rules — and if a fan catches a foul ball, it’s an out. (KSAT)
Coming Soon
Casa Rio on the River Walk — beloved for its brightly colored umbrellas dotting the scenery — has announced an upcoming expansion right above the existing restaurant: an open-air rooftop restaurant. The Night Heron will offer a variety of cuisines and Mexican wine, Mezcal, and cocktails. (KSAT)
Development
The first phase of construction is underway for transforming an empty lot on lower Broadway into Terry Black’s BBQ and hotel project. Details regarding the hotel remain unknown, but the restaurant portion received necessary approvals from city council and the Historic and Design Review Commission last year. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Real Estate
The Coopers Row apartment complex west of the Pearl is closing in on completion. A hot commodity in town with access to the Pearl’s amenities, it’s already 27% leased. But don’t fret — the 262-unit complex is one of several similar projects coming soon to the area.
Award
The Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge at Phil Hardberger Park just scored a national award. The public works project was tapped for an ASLA Honor Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects. Adjudicators called it a “great case study in possibilities... balancing the needs of humans and non-humans alike.” (CultureMap San Antonio)
Opening
We all scream for ice cream. A new Coldstone Creamery is headed for San Antonio — this time in its fifth location at the Shops at Dove Creek. According to state filings, construction is slated to begin Sunday, Nov. 16 and be completed by March 17, 2026. (MySA)
On This Day
On Sept. 12, 1970, the first San Antonio McDonald’s opened at 1330 South Laredo Street, near downtown. (The first in the state of Texas was a bit ahead of the curve, opening in Austin in 1962.)
Biz
The future is now. Illinois-based International Motors is rolling out autonomous truck trials and managing them from its San Antonio hub, according to a recent press release. The fleet trials will test an autonomous on-highway tractor on the corridor of Interstate 35. (KSAT)
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Sports
It’s game day at Antonian College Preparatory High School. Prospective middle school families are invited to the Middle School Tailgate at 5 p.m. with games, food, and school spirit — followed by the 7 p.m. kickoff. Score free entry for RSVP’d students and one parent.*
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Finance
Gold is as hot as ever, with its price per ounce crossing $3,400 in August. A gold IRA can be a smart way to own gold and add stability to your retirement portfolio — but with added tax benefits, plus $20,000 in free metals on qualifying purchases. See one of Money’s top picks.†*
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My favorite fall read is “Anne of Green Gables” (and its seven sequels). Like Anne, I am so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.
New beginnings, raspberry cordial, long monologues in the woods, and falling in love with someone who challenges you to be the best version of yourself is where it’s at — borrow the book for e-reader through the San Antonio Public Library’s Overdrive collection.
Pro tip: With all due respect to the “Anne With an E” series, the 1985 Kevin Sullivan adaptation of this book will always be the real MVP.
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