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Spring Break Comes to an End With St. Patrick’s Day Following
As Spring Break comes to a close for many students this week, the city calendar continues to move into the next round of seasonal events. St. Patrick’s Day arrives Tuesday, March 17, bringing several celebrations downtown, including River Walk festivities and the annual tradition of turning the river green.
City splash pads have also reopened for the season after launching March 7, signaling the start of warmer weather activities.
Also, Women’s History Month programming continues with events hosted by the San Antonio Public Library and live music performances honoring women in jazz.
This Week’s Calendar: March 12- March 19
San Antonio Public Library Women’s History Month Exhibit
Where: Mission Branch Library, 3134 Roosevelt Ave. | When: Through March 30
A special exhibit honoring women who helped shape San Antonio history, highlighting education leaders and community figures with schools named in their honor within SAISD. Learn more: https://guides.mysapl.org/Women
H-E-B Quest for Texas Best Entry Period Opens
Where: Online at HEB.com/quest | When: Submissions end April 22 at 4:59 p.m.
Texas entrepreneurs and small businesses can submit products for the 2026 Quest for Texas Best competition. Participants compete for $100,000 in prizes and potential placement on H-E-B store shelves across Texas.
To register for an informational meeting, review competition details, and learn more about the two-minute video requirement, please visit H-E-B Quest for Texas Best.
Splash Pads Open for the Season
Where: Visit SA.Gov/Parks for a full list of locations | When: Beginning March 7 | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily
City of San Antonio splash pads reopened for the season, offering free water play areas for families across local parks. To see the full list of locations, visit SA.gov/Parks.
Thursday, March 12
Market Square Spring Fest
Where: Historic Market Square, 514 W Commerce | When: March 12-15 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
An expanded version of Fiesta Primavera featuring live music, entertainment, food booths, working artists, shopping, and more. For more information, visit marketsquaresa.com.
Saturday, March 14
Emerald Run 5K
Where: Jones Avenue and Avenue B, San Antonio River Walk | When: March 14
Runners, walkers, and families are invited to participate in the annual Emerald Run 5K along the scenic River Walk, celebrating the arrival of spring and St. Patrick’s season.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival and River Parade
Where: La Villita Historic Arts Village and the River Walk | When: March 14-15 | FREE
The River Walk turns green for the annual festival with live entertainment, artisan vendors, and family friendly celebrations. For more information, visit sanantonioriverwalk.com.
Spring Break Block Party
Where: 1310 S Brazos St. | When: March 14 |1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
A spring break celebration with games, art making, entertainment, and family friendly activities. Check out more on their Facebook or by clicking here.
Breaking the Grid: The Five Women Who Entered Formula 1
Where: Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park | When: March 14 | 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
This Women’s History Month program explores the groundbreaking stories of the first women to compete in Formula 1 racing. Visit mysapl.org for more details and events this Women’s History Month.
Tuesday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Day
San Antonio celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Irish themed events, live music, food and drink specials, and festivities across the city. Many downtown bars and River Walk venues host celebrations throughout the day.
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“I Am Every Woman” Concert Celebrating Women of Jazz
Where: Japanese Tea Garden | When: March 20 | 7 p.m.
A Women’s History Month concert featuring live performances honoring legendary female jazz artists. Tickets support programs from the San Antonio Parks Foundation. To purchase tickets, click here.
Underwater Egg Hunt | Registration Now Open
Where: Atanacio Garcia Natatorium, 1430 W. Cesar Chavez Blvd. | When: March 21 | 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. | FREE
Families can dive into a unique egg hunt at the city natatorium featuring a golden egg hunt, arts and crafts, healthy treats, and free open swim. Egg hunts are scheduled by age group for children ages 4 to 12, with registration now open. To sign up, click here.
Agarita + Pablo Sáinz Villegas
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | When: March 22
In this free community event, Agarita’s spring season continues with internationally acclaimed guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas performing world premiere works as part of a collaborative chamber program. Visit agarita.org for more information.
Inside Outside: Considerations for Teaching Artists Workshop
Where: Josephine Theatre | When: March 23 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | FREE
A UTSA Arts workshop for artists interested in working with incarcerated creators and performers. Click here to learn more.
Latina Spring Film Series: Li Cham
Where: UNAM San Antonio | When: March 24
The Mexican American Civil Rights Institute and MonteVideo present films by Latina and Indigenous women directors in celebration of Women’s History Month. For more information, click here.
Dancing in the Dark
Where: La Villita Historic Arts Village, Maverick Plaza | When: March 24 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. | FREE
A free downtown dance night featuring beginner lessons and live music in Maverick Plaza. City-owned parking garages offer free parking beginning at 5 p.m. For more details visit, lavillitasanantonio.com.
Egg Hunt Extravaganza
Where: Normoyle Community Center, 700 Culberson | When: March 28 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | FREE
Family event featuring 12,000 eggs, games, crafts, music, prizes, and appearances from the Easter Bunny. Separate egg hunts are scheduled for younger and older children. Click here, for more details.
