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Dog, Culture, and Book Festivals Headline the Weekend
This week brings a mix of outdoor events, live music, and community gatherings as the calendar begins to fill back up. It’s a steady lead-in to Fiesta, with a few key events worth planning around before the larger celebrations begin next week.
For a full Fiesta guide and schedule, click here.
This Week’s Calendar of Events: April 9- April 16
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.
2026 Summer Youth Program Information Sessions
Where: Multiple Community Centers | When: March 11 – May 23, 2026 | Wednesdays 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Saturdays 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Learn about summer youth programs, registration, reduced fees and available activities for families across San Antonio. For more information visit www.sanantonio.gov.
Friday, April 10
Jazz in the Garden: Spring Series
Where: Japanese Tea Garden | When: April 10, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Live jazz performances set against the backdrop of the historic garden for a relaxed evening outdoors. Learn more at SAParks.org.
Saturday, April 11
The 14th Annual San Antonio Book Festival
Where: 600 Soledad St. | When: April 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
A free, family-friendly festival featuring author talks, book signings, panels, and activities for all ages. Learn more at SABookFestival.org.
Guayabera Fest
Where: Travis Park, 301 E. Travis St. | When: April 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
A full day downtown celebration featuring live music, food, shopping, and culture. Guests are encouraged to wear their guayabera. For more information visit, guayaberafest.com.
Viva Poesía: Palabras, Música, y Cultura
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza | When: April 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
An evening of poetry, music, dance, and visual art featuring local creatives and performers. For more details, click here.
David and Tamela Mann: Love & Relationship Tour
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | When: April 11 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The gospel power couple known for their music, acting, and roles in Tyler Perry productions bring their Love & Relationship Tour to San Antonio. For tickets visit, www.tobincenter.org.
Sunday, April 12
¡Paw-Changa! Pet Adoption Fiesta
Where: 4710 State Highway 151, TX 78227 | When: April 11 & 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
A free Fiesta-themed pet adoption festival featuring 300+ adoptable animals, live music, food, vendors, and family activities. Attend for adoption opportunities, giveaways, and all-day Fiesta vibes while helping pets find homes. For more information, click here.
Sana Sunday: Goat Yoga at La Villita
Where: Plaza Juarez, La Villita Historic Arts Village | When: April 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Start your morning with a free guided yoga session followed by goat cuddle time. Bring your own mat and register in advance. To register, click here.
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Fiesta San Antonio 2026
Where: Citywide | When: April 16 – April 26
San Antonio’s signature celebration returns with parades, live music, food, and cultural events across the city.
Major highlights include the Battle of Flowers Parade, Fiesta Flambeau Parade, NIOSA, Fiesta Oyster Bake, and neighborhood festivals. For more information about Fiesta events, click here.
Fiesta Carnival
Where: Alamodome Parking Lot C | When: April 16 – April 26
One of Fiesta’s most popular attractions returns with rides, games, and classic fair food.
Discount night includes Dollar Ride Day on April 22 from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Weekday hours begin at 5:00 PM, with extended weekend hours starting at noon. For more information, click here.
2026 Earth Day at Woodlawn Lake
Where: Woodlawn Lake Park | When: April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
A free, family-friendly Fiesta event with over 70 community partners, live entertainment, fitness activities, tree giveaways, and local food vendors. Visit sanantonio.gov to learn more.
Cornhole Tournament 2026
Where: Wheatley Heights Sports Complex | When: April 25, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
An 18+ open doubles, double elimination tournament with prizes, games, and activities. Register your team to compete and participate in a day of active fun. To learn more and sign up visit, sanantonio.gov.
