Free festivities and live entertainment are making it easy to explore the Alamo City. Get ready for spooky season at the San Antonio Paranormal Fest or enjoy the outdoors during Park(ing) Day. Check out the top seven things to do in San Antonio September 18-21 weekend. For a complete list of events, go to our calendar.
Thursday, September 18
Not Dead Yet: John Cleese & The Holy Grail at 50
Actor John Cleese comes to the Majestic Theatre for a special screening of Monty Python and the Holy Grail in honor of the film’s 50th anniversary. Audience members will enjoy the film, followed by an exclusive Q&A session with Cleese. A limited number of tickets are available now.
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Mission Marquee Plaza presents Outdoor Family Film Series
Outdoor screenings of family-friendly films continue at Mission Marquee Plaza. This week’s featured series films are Real Women Have Curves on Thursday and In The Heights on Saturday, respectively. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own picnic meals, blankets, and lawn chairs for an optimal viewing experience. Snacks and refreshments from on-site food trucks will be available for purchase.
Friday, September 19
Centro San Antonio presents Park(ing) Day Celebration
Curbside parking spaces transform into public parks and social hubs as part of Park(ing) Day on Historic Houston Street. Highlights include pop-up parks, installations, greenery spaces, public art, and placemaking projects led by local creatives, community organizations, and small businesses. Admission is free and open to the public.
Aztec Theatre presents Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
British comedian Jimmy Carr brings his new tour across the pond to the Aztec Theatre. The entertainer is widely known for hosting U.K. television shows on Channel 4, including 8 Out of 10 Cats and Big Fat Quiz Of The Year. Get more details on Ticketmaster.
Saturday, September 20
San Antonio Paranormal Fest
All things spooky are in the spotlight at the annual San Antonio Paranormal Fest. Programming includes ghost stories, lectures from paranormal experts, an oddities vendor market, guest speakers, and snack offerings. The event at Victoria’s Black Swan Inn will also showcase tours of the haunted property, a Ouija board collection, and the world record-winning Casper Memorabilia Museum. General admission and VIP tickets are available.
Hacienda Del Rio Housewarming Party
Venture to Gruene for the unveiling of the newest Texas Hill Country getaway destination, Hacienda Del Rio, complete with entertainment and fanfare. Guests can experience on-site activations, live country music by Eric Bowden, local food trucks, complimentary cocktails, and more. Admission is free with RSVP. Get more details on Eventbrite. This event is open to those 21 and older.
Sunday, September 21
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts presents Terri Clark in concert
Country music star Terri Clark performs live at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. The Canadian singer is best known for her rise to stardom with the release of her self-titled debut album in 1995. Clark’s top hits include “Poor, Poor Pitiful Me” and “Now That I Found You.” She comes to San Antonio in support of her 2024 album, Take Two.