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Your San Antonio Weekend: Memorial Day at Market Square, Kicking-off Pride Month & Free Family-Fun
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, San Antonio is turning up the energy with a stacked lineup of free and family-friendly events across the city. From cultural festivals to community parades and wellness activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy without spending a dime.
Here’s what’s happening this week:
FREE Events This Weekend
🏊♀️ Public Pools Open for the Season
📍 Various Locations
🗓️ Starting May 24 | 1 PM–7 PM | FREE
Six public swimming pools across San Antonio will open for the summer season with free admission. Pools will operate on weekends and Memorial Day, giving families across the city a refreshing way to beat the heat.
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Market Square
📍 514 W. Commerce St.
🗓️ May 24–26 | 10 AM–6 PM | FREE
Historic Market Square is hosting a three-day Memorial Day Celebration packed with food, music, and local artisan vendors. Come out for a full weekend of community spirit in one of San Antonio’s most iconic public spaces.
Dance the Night Away at La Villita
📍 418 Villita St.
🗓️ Tuesday, May 27 | 6–8 PM | FREE
La Villita’s Dancing in the Dark series returns with free swing dance lessons from local choreographer Jeremy Zipagan. Make it a date night with food and drinks available on-site and free parking downtown starting at 5 PM.
Pride on the River
🗓️ Saturday, May 31 | FREE
Catch two colorful parades and an evening of live entertainment at the Arneson River Theatre as San Antonio celebrates inclusion and LGBTQ+ pride.
- 4–9 PM: Celebration at La Villita
- 5–6 PM: Museum Reach Parade
- 8–9 PM: Downtown River Parade
Dive Into Preservation Month
San Antonio Preservation Month continues with interactive events celebrating the city’s history, culture, and neighborhoods.
- For the Love of Concrete
📍 Trinity University Dicke Hall #104
🗓️ Thursday, May 22 | 6 PM | FREE (registration required)
Explore San Antonio’s brutalist architecture with this lecture hosted by the Conservation Society. - Paseo por el Westside
📍 Rinconcito de Esperanza, 816 S. Colorado
🗓️ Saturday, May 24 | 10 AM–3 PM | FREE
Celebrate Westside culture and get a first look at El Museo del Westside. - St. Mary’s Strip History Project
📍 St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church
🗓️ Thursday, May 29 | 6–7:30 PM | FREE (registration encouraged)
Learn about preserving the history of the St. Mary’s Strip and how you can contribute. - Hemisfair: Past, Present & Future Walking Tour
📍 Meet at Lick Honest Ice Creams, 639 Hemisfair Blvd
🗓️ Thursday, May 29 | 6 PM | FREE (registration required)
Join Hemisfair CEO Melissa Robinson and city leaders for a tour and talk on what’s next for the district.
Brackenridge Park Becomes a Wellness Hub
From yoga and bootcamp to summer-long parkour for kids, Brackenridge Park is now a go-to destination for fitness and fun:
- Yoga in the Park
📍 Mondays | 7 AM | Joske Pavilion | FREE - Bootcamp in the Park
📍 Wednesdays | 6:30 PM | Joske Pavilion | FREE - Pilates in the Park
📍 Saturdays Starting June 14 | 8:45 AM | FREE (Bring your own mat)
Youth Theater Returns with Grupo Animo
📍 SAY Sí!, 1310 S. Brazos
🗓️ June 2–27 | Mon–Fri, 1–6 PM | FREE
A month-long summer theater workshop for youth ages 13–18 hosted by Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center and SAY Sí! Registration is now open — and free!
Ticketed Events
Master the Art of Pizza Making
📍 Fife & Farro, 221 Newell Ave (Pullman Market)
🗓️ Mondays & Tuesdays | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | $30 Adults / $20 Kids 12 & Under
Join the chefs at Fife & Farro every week to learn the art of pizza making in a hands-on, family-friendly experience. Perfect for date night or family night.
Note: Not gluten-free. Notify the team of dietary restrictions in advance.
Cenote Pool Daycation
📍 Thompson San Antonio, 115 Lexington Ave
🗓️ Daily through September 1 | Times Vary | Admission Required
Escape to the Cenote Pool Deck and Bar, a downtown oasis with cocktails, food, and lush tropical vibes. Lounge poolside, socialize, and unwind in one of the city’s most stylish spots.
Emotions At Play with Pixar’s Inside Out
📍 The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway
🗓️ May 24 – September 1 | 9 AM – 5 PM | $18 (Includes Exhibit)
Step into the world of Pixar’s Inside Out at this interactive exhibit that helps kids and adults explore emotions, memory, and imagination through hands-on fun.
Summerbration at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
📍 17000 W I-10
🗓️ May 24 – Sept. 1 | Hours Vary | Admission Required
Kick off summer with nonstop fun at Six Flags! From daily live shows and fireworks to extended park hours, Summerbration brings high-energy entertainment all season long.
