Things to do this weekend: Pedro Fernandez, ‘Heart of the Hill Country: Texas Strong,’ Locals Day at Briscoe

Briscoe Western Art Museum to host free ‘Locals’ Day’ event

Goodbye, July! Hello, August!

Get ready for a packed weekend with events and things to do around town.

There are plenty of concerts happening this weekend, including Rapper Kodak Black and singer Austin Mahone performing at a benefit show in San Antonio for victims of the Hill Country floods.

Families can also swing by Briscoe Western Art Museum for Locals Day on Sunday.

Planning to attend any of these events? Post your photos and videos to KSAT Connect for a chance to be featured on-air or online.

Here’s a list of exciting events happening this weekend:

Happening over the weekend:

  • AQUAGLOW: Aquatica San Antonio will continue to host its AquaGlow event on selected nights until Aug. 16. Families can enjoy the neon nighttime water slides, dance parties and more. Click here for more information.
  • BIG BUGS AT SAN ANTONIO ZOO: The San Antonio Zoo will feature Big Bugs animatronic insects until Sept. 2. The attraction is included with zoo admission and is free for members. Click here to learn more.
  • CITY SWIMMING POOLS: The City of San Antonio’s outdoor pools are now open for the regular season. Pool access includes extended evening hours until 8 p.m. at most locations, with some pools offering early morning swim times beginning at 10 a.m. Click here for more information.
  • FIESTA NOCHE DEL RIO: The summer series includes live music and dancing at the Arneson River Theatre. The shows take place every Friday and Saturday at 8:30 p.m. through Aug. 2.
  • HAIRSPRAY: The San Pedro Playhouse is bringing “Hairspray” to the stage through Aug. 17 at the Russell Hill Rogers Theater. This local production is directed by Deonté L. Warren with music direction by Jaime Ramirez and choreography by Jeremiah Jordan. For more information and tickets, click here.
  • SEAWORLD’S SUMMER SPECTACULAR: The theme park will host its Summer Spectacular event, running until Aug. 3. Visitors can enjoy animal presentations, thrilling shows like HydroPower: Xtreme FX and more. For more information, click here.

Friday, Aug. 1

  • “HEART OF THE HILL COUNTRY: TEXAS STRONG:” Rapper Kodak Black and singer Austin Mahone are among the artists set to perform at “Heart of the Hill Country: Texas Strong” at 5 p.m. at 17619 La Cantera Parkway. The benefit will also feature Melii, Paula De Anda, AJ Hernz and DJ Showtime. The show is for ages 18 and older. Only a limited number of tickets will be available on the day of the event. For more information, click here.
  • OSCAR MAYDON: The singer will perform his “Rico O Muerto” tour at 7 p.m. at the Aztec Theatre. Tickets are available here.
  • PARTY ON THE PLAZA: Enjoy free live music for Party on the Plaza from 7-11 p.m. at the base of the Tower of the Americas. The event will also feature lawn games, a moon bounce and more.
  • PEDRO FERNANDEZ: The Mexican singer-songwriter will perform his “Ave Fenix” tour at 8 p.m. at the Boeing Center at Tech Port. Tickets can be purchased here.
  • SAWS SUMMER: San Antonio Water System will host a party from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the 400 block of South Alamo Street at Yanaguana Garden. SAWS will offer free paletas, and families can enjoy the splash pads. While supplies last, SAWS will give out free swag. Click here for more information.

Saturday, Aug. 2

  • ALAMO CITY LX MOPAR CAR SHOW: The car show will be from 6-10 p.m. at the base of the Tower of the Americas. The event is free and open to the public.
  • ALICIA VILLARREAL: The singer will perform her “Donde Todo Comenzó 2.0“ tour at 8 p.m. at the Aztec Theatre. Tickets can be purchased here.

Sunday, Aug. 3

  • LOCALS DAY AT BRISCOE WESTERN ART MUSEUM: On Sunday, Aug. 3, locals can get free entry for Locals Day at Briscoe Western Art Museum. The downtown museum showcases art and artifacts representing the American West.


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Felicia Ray Owens
Felicia Ray Owenshttps://feliciarayowens.com
Felicia Ray Owens is a media founder, cultural strategist, and civic advocate who creates platforms where power meets lived truth. As the voice behind C4: Coffee. Cocktails. Culture. Conversation and the founder of FROUSA Media, she uses storytelling, public dialogue, and organizing to spotlight the issues that matter most—locally and nationally. A longtime advocate for community wellness and political engagement, Felicia brings experience as a former Precinct Chair and former Chief Communications Officer of Indivisible Hill Country. Her work bridges culture, activism, and healing through curated spaces designed to inspire real change. Learn more at FROUSA.org

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