Hispanic Heritage Month starts this Sunday! You can celebrate at Pearl for Viva Dieceséis or go to a free admission concert at Traders Village for Fiestas Patrias.
Starting this weekend, the 13th Floor is opening its doors to the public. How ironic that Friday was the 13th? If you want to continue your weekend of feeling frightful, you could also go to Fright Fest or Howl-O-Scream.
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Take a look at this weekend’s events:
Happening over the weekend:
- 13TH FLOOR: Are you brave enough to go through the 13th Floor Haunted House? Be prepared to feel all the thrills and chills starting on Sept. 13. The fame haunted house will continue on run-selected nights until Nov. 9. Purchase your tickets here if you dare.
- “BEETLEJUICE”: “Beetlejuice” fans have a chance to see the movie characters’ costumes up close at Santikos Casa Blanca until Sept. 16. Costumes were worn by cast members Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Jenna Ortega wore the costumes.
- FRIGHT FEST: “The Conjuring Universe” and “Stranger Things” are two new haunts that will make guests scream from Sept. 7 to Nov. 3. There will also be six other haunted houses, six heavily themed scare zones and dynamic entertainment at the theme park — interested for a scare? Visit Six Flags online for more information.
- HOWL-O-SCREAM: Be ready to be spooked at Howl-O-Scream with six horror-filled haunts and eight “Terror-tories” from Sept. 13 to Oct. 27. Vampires, sinister sorcerers and other nightmares will appear at the park. Click here for more information.
- LA VILLITA MARKET DAYS: Maverick Plaza will transform into an open-air marketplace from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. at La Villita Historic Arts Village, located at 418 Villita St. Market Days take place every Saturday. Visitors can enjoy arts and crafts, witness live cooking demonstrations and more.
- MARKET DAYS: Visit the Pearl for Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. to shop for local produce and meat. You could also go to the Markers Market every Sunday from 9 a.m.- 10 p.m. to view and shop from over 40 local artisans and markers making culinary-inspired home goods such as pottery and wood crafts. The Pearl is located at 303 Pearl Pkwy.
- MARKET SQUARE WEEKEND: Enjoy the day at Market Square, filled with music, food booths and working artists from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every weekend in September.
Saturday, Sept, 14
- CARS & COFFEE: Car enthusiasts can meet from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, located at 17000 W Interstate 10, for the free showcasing of vehicles. People can share their experiences and connect with others who have the same interests at the event. A full list of the event’s rules can be found here.
- CZECH-SLOVAK HARVEST FESTIVAL: The Bexar County Czech Heritage Society is hosting the event from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept 14 at the Garden Ridge Community Center at 9400 John T Phillips Municipal Pkwy. The festival will include Czech Slovak music, food and cultural displays. Admission to the event is $5, and children under 12 years old can get in for free.
- HOOPS ON HOUSTON: The 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four will kick off festivities with “Hoops on Houston Street” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 14 at downtown Houston Street and Main Avenue. The free event will include basketball games, fitness challenges and live entertainment.
- MARTIN AMINI: The comedian will perform his “The Love World Tour” at 7 p.m. on Sept 14 at the Aztec Theatre. Tickets can be purchased here.
- MOVIE IN THE PARK: The Tower of the Americas will host a free movie night from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. “The Man From Toronto” will be screened when the sun sets.
- PICKLEBALL AT HEMISFAIR: Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, Hemisfair will host free pickleball games on a first-come, first-served basis from 9 a.m. to noon at 630 E Nueva St. The first hour will feature a session for people who are interested in learning more about how the game works.
Sunday, Sept. 15
- FIESTA PATRIAS: Traders Village will celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with free concerts featuring Sunny Sauceda, Siggno and Michael Salgado from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 9333 Southwest Loop 410. Parking is just $6 per vehicle — a full list of the scheduled performances can be found here.
- FREE COMMUNITY YOGA: The Mobile Om Yoga and San Antonio River Foundation offers free one-hour yoga sessions from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Sunday until Nov. 24 at Confluence Park, 310 W Mitchell St.
- SUNDAY YOGA: Free yoga is available to the public from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Sunday at 1127 S St. Mary’s St.
- VIVA DIECESÉIS AT PEARL PARK: A celebration to honor Mexico’s Independence from Spain with Viva Dieceséis from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sept. 15. Guests can expect to see a presentation of Mexico’s national anthem, a Grito with the Consul General de Mexico Ruben Minutti Zanatta, folklórico performances from the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, mariachi performances and the third annual Grito Contest. There will also be a Rincon del Alibrije workshop for the kids.
- VIVA MÉXICO! FOLKLORICO: San Antonio Parks and Recreation will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and México’s Independence Day with a free folkloric dance show at 11 a.m. on Sept. 15 at La Villita’s Arneson River Theatre.