San Antonio’s surprisingly large emo community

What comes to mind when you think of the 210?

How about skinny jeans? Studded belts? Can’t forget the thick eyeliner + band tee combo — oh yes, we’re talking the glory days of emo and its recent resurgence in San Antonio.

If you didn’t know, the Alamo City has a surprisingly large emo community.

Don’t just take our word for it. Join the nearly 6,000 members on facebook living in San Antonio that love mosh pits + headbanging — check out San Antonio Emo Kids.

From Emo Yoga to Emo Night at Brass Monkey, there are plenty of opportunities to say “Rawr!” in dinosaur. Can’t wait that long? Check out this event happening today:

Sad Girl Summer | Tues., Aug. 23 | 8 p.m. | The Rustic | Free, RSVP encouraged | I’m Not Okay (I Promise) — enjoy all your favorite emo artists + participate in a best-dressed competition.

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