10 things to do in San Antonio, March 17-23
The third weekend of March in San Antonio will feature St. Patrick’s Day activities; a summit on empowering girls; a Tejano music showcase; a dog market; and the second home game ever for the new local soccer team, the San Antonio Brahmas.
March 16-19
The Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair will offer four days of live Tejano music on five stages throughout the Market Square as part of TMA’s annual local activities. There will also be food vendors and activities for children. Noon-midnight (March 16-18), noon-11pm (March 19). Free admission. 514 W. Commerce St., San Antonio. www.tejanomusicawards.com/fan-fair
March 16-18
The Briscoe Western Art Museum will host its annual Spring Break Roundup with Old West arts and crafts, scavenger hunts and tall tales, and other activities that come and go that celebrate the heritage and culture of the American West. Different activities will be available every day for all ages. 10-17 16-18 March. Summary admission included in museum admission (always free for children aged 12 and under). 210 W. Market St., San Antonio. www.briscoemuseum.org/springbreak/
March 17-18
Visit San Antonio and the Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas present the city’s St. Patrick’s Festival along the River Walk, a two-day event featuring river dyeing, artisans, live entertainment and a March 18 river parade. 15-20 (March 17), 12-18 (March 18). Free admission. Arneson River Theater, 401 Villita St., San Antonio. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com/events/st-patricks-day-river-parade
March 17-18
The City of San Antonio will host its fourth annual Girls Empowerment Summit, when girls ages 13-18 will tap into skills development opportunities and focus on positive body image, self-care, on social media awareness and non-traditional professional roles for women. On March 17, he will offer a panel discussion and lunch conversation with mentors. On day two the San Antonio Fire Department will offer the girls the chance to participate in Camp Hero Like Her. Hours and sites vary. Free admission. www.eventbrite.com/cc/2023-girls-empowerment-summit-camp-hero-like-her-1863339
March 18th
Realtor Rose Solis presents a free property tax seminar for Hollywood Park residents who will learn how to protest their appraised value, forms of local tax relief, and more. 10:00-12:00. Free. Voigt Center, 701 El Portal Drive, Hollywood Park. 210-771-5762
March 18th
Dog Guide San Antonio features the Downtown Dog Market with local vendors offering a variety of dog treats, clothing, accessories, toys and other products. There will also be music and refreshments for pet owners. 10:00-14:00 Admission free. Legacy Park, 103 W. Houston St., San Antonio. www.facebook.com/dogfriendlySA
March 19th
San Antonio Brahmas, part of the new XFL minor league football organization debuting this year, hosts the Arlington Renegades in the Brahmas’ second home game of the season. 9:00 PM Tickets start at $24. Alamodome, 100 Montana St., San Antonio. www.xfl.com/teams/san-antonio
March 22nd
The Hollywood Park Community Association invites residents to an event marking the HPCA’s 2023 Fiesta San Antonio Poster Select Contest. Each year, the HPCA selects a poster from residents’ entries that celebrates the holiday season, but with a Hollywood Park twist. Guests can enjoy refreshments and appetizers and vote for their favorite poster. 18-20 Free. Voigt Center, 701 El Portal Drive, Hollywood Park. https://hpcatx.com
March 22-Aug. 13
The McNay Art Museum will host “Beyond Reality,” an exhibition featuring artwork by four Texas-based artists: Carlos Donjuan, Angela Fox, Ernesto Ibañez, and Dan Lam, whose work features imagined realities. The show runs until August 13. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave., San Antonio. www.mcnayart.org
March 23-25
The Hollywood Park Community Association sponsors the annual citywide garage sale involving numerous local families. 8:00-15:00 Admission free. Citywide; see the map for participating families online or in print at the entrances on Mecca Drive, Voigt Drive or Donella Drive. https://hpcatx.com
