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Summer Keeps Rolling With Free Fun Across The City
Before another July weekend slips by, the summer calendar keeps moving strong, with movies and community events taking center stage this week. CineFest, Friday Night Flicks and Mission Marquee Plaza bring big-screen entertainment across the city. Back-to-school giveaways, Downtown Thursdays, and free recreation or tennis add even more to the lineup.
Don’t forget city splash pads are open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and 23 outdoor city pools are now open for the summer season.
This Week’s Calendar of Events: July 9th-July 16th
Thursday, July 9
CineFestival San Antonio
Where: Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center | When: July 9–12
The nation’s original and longest-running Latino film festival returns for its 47th annual edition, presented by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. Visit the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center website for film schedules, passes and festival details.
Friday, July 10
Friday Night Flicks: How To Train Your Dragon
Where: Comanche Park, 2600 Rigsby Ave. | When: Friday, July 10 | 8:35 p.m.
Bexar County Parks continues its free outdoor movie series with a family-friendly screening under the stars. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks, with concessions available for purchase. See the full summer movie lineup at bexar.org.
Saturday, July 11
KLRN Back To School Bash 2026
Where: San Antonio Food Bank, 5200 Historic Old Hwy 90 W. | When: Saturday, July 11 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Families can enjoy free games, activities, community resources, character meet-and-greets and school supply giveaways while supplies last. Registration does not guarantee supplies. To register or learn more, visit klrn.org.
Second Saturday San Antonio
Where: Main Plaza Conservancy, 115 Main Plaza | When: Saturday, July 11 | 7–10 p.m.
SA Local Market brings pop-up shopping, local artists, makers, food, drinks, live music and the San Antonio | The Saga light show to Main Plaza. Learn more at salocalmarket.com.
Tuesday, July 14th
McFarlin Tennis Center: Free Open Play Tuesdays
Where: McFarlin Tennis Center, 1503 San Pedro Ave. | When: Tuesdays, all day free open play
McFarlin Tennis Center has updated hours and now offers free Community Open Play every Tuesday. Hours are Monday–Thursday from 8 a.m.–noon and 3–8 p.m., and Friday–Sunday from 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Visit the City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation website for more visitor information.
Wednesday, July 15
Open Play @ Wheatley Heights Sports Complex
Where: Wheatley Heights Sports Complex, 200 Noblewood Dr. | When: Wednesday, July 15 | Track: 8–10 a.m. | Track and Field: 5–8 p.m.
Community members can use the Eastside sports complex’s stadium and track for free. Wednesday access includes morning track hours and evening track-and-field open play, with activities including walking, running, flag football, soccer and rugby. Click here to learn more.
Thursday, July 16
Outdoor Family Film At Mission Marquee: Pee-wee’s Big Adventure
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza | When: Thursday, July 16 | 7–10:30 p.m.
The Outdoor Family Film Series returns with a free screening of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure on Mission Marquee Plaza’s original jumbo screen. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnics, or purchase food from on-site trucks. Admission and parking are free, pets are welcome and the movie begins shortly after dusk. See the full outdoor film schedule at Mission Marquee Plaza website.
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SAFILM – San Antonio Film Festival
Where: San Antonio | When: July 21–26
The San Antonio Film Festival returns with a celebration of independent cinema, bringing filmmakers and audiences together for screenings, events and conversations. Visit SAFILM for tickets, schedules and festival information.
Silent Book Club Festival
Where: Eisenhower Park, 19399 NW Military Hwy. | When: Saturday, July 18 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Readers of all ages can slow down, settle in and celebrate books at this free festival in Eisenhower Park. Click here for more event details.
The Power of Parks Picnic & Parade
Where: Martin Luther King Park, 3503 Martin Luther King Dr. | When: Saturday, July 25 | 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month with a free community picnic and parade featuring mini float-making, activity tables, the splash pad and more. Click here for full event details.
