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SA Missions land deal, Spurs arena first details put downtown sports stadiums in spotlight this week
Read full article: SA Missions land deal, Spurs arena first details put downtown sports stadiums in spotlight this weekTwo sports franchises and two possible downtown San Antonio stadiums will be in the spotlight again this week during public meetings.
Will Hemisfair building's past block plans for Spurs' future?
Read full article: Will Hemisfair building's past block plans for Spurs' future?As a museum, the former home of the Institute of Texan Cultures at the Southeast corner of Hemisfair is history. But it’s also historical, which could cause problems for apparent plans for a future San Antonio Spurs arena in the area.
Muertos Fest returns downtown with altars, music & celebrations this weekend
Read full article: Muertos Fest returns downtown with altars, music & celebrations this weekendThis year’s Dia de los Muertos festival, Muertos Fest, invites the community to gather for two days of music, art, and remembrance in honor of loved ones.
San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission approves new apartment, retail buildings in Hemisfair
Read full article: San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission approves new apartment, retail buildings in HemisfairThe San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission is moving forward with the addition of a new apartment and retail space at Hemisfair.
Funding to support East Side, downtown connectivity study inked on City Council agenda
Read full article: Funding to support East Side, downtown connectivity study inked on City Council agendaPlanning efforts to address East Side and downtown connectivity could get a boost in funding support later this week, according to the agenda for Thursday’s San Antonio City Council meeting.
‘Project Marvel’: City emails show early plans for $3-4B sports and entertainment district in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: ‘Project Marvel’: City emails show early plans for $3-4B sports and entertainment district in downtown San AntonioWhat will it cost to build a new Spurs arena and an entertainment district in downtown San Antonio? Emails from the city show an ambitious price tag as the city tries get the Spurs back to their roots at Hemisfair.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Mission Stadium plans, construction in downtown
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses Mission Stadium plans, construction in downtownSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the Mission Stadium voting plan, if there will be reinvested area near the stadium and construction near Hemisfair.
Celebrate cultural festivities at Día de los Muertos festival in October
Read full article: Celebrate cultural festivities at Día de los Muertos festival in OctoberHonor and celebrate the loved ones who have passed during the free 12th annual Día de los Muertos festival, also known as Muertos Fest, at Hemisfair in October.
🎸 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Grupo Frontera, Def Leppard, Journey, $uicideboy$
Read full article: 🎸 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Grupo Frontera, Def Leppard, Journey, $uicideboy$Hi there! The weekend is here, which means it’s time for your weekly roundup of exciting events for you and your family.
Traditional, Latin jazz returns to Hemisfair for the 41st Annual Jazz’SAlive in September
Read full article: Traditional, Latin jazz returns to Hemisfair for the 41st Annual Jazz’SAlive in SeptemberMark your calendar Jazz enthusiasts. The 41st annual Jazz’SAlive festival is coming to San Antonio in September.
Hemisfair calling on artists for new mural to honor 1968 World’s Fair
Read full article: Hemisfair calling on artists for new mural to honor 1968 World’s FairCentro San Antonio’s Everywhere Project and Hemisfair want to collaborate with local artists to create a new mural near the Magik Theatre and Yanaguana Garden.
Records reveal parties involved in potential massive downtown project that could lead to new Spurs arena at Hemisfair
Read full article: Records reveal parties involved in potential massive downtown project that could lead to new Spurs arena at HemisfairThere are still many questions surrounding plans for the Hemisfair Park area and the San Antonio Spurs' involvement with the future of the site, but San Antonio city officials are attempting to keep any and every detail close to the vest.
🍔 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Father’s Day, Burger Week starts, Art & Music Festival
Read full article: 🍔 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Father’s Day, Burger Week starts, Art & Music FestivalWelcome to the (almost) weekend! Sunday marks Father’s Day, and if you’re looking for a way to celebrate dad, we have some options for you.
Hemisfair accepting applications for ‘Kid Mayor of the Splash Pad’ thru Friday
Read full article: Hemisfair accepting applications for ‘Kid Mayor of the Splash Pad’ thru FridayHemisfair is offering up a fun recognition this election season by asking kids to apply for the chance to be selected as “Kid Mayor of the Splash Pad” for summer 2024.
People living downtown deal with daily detours due to road construction
Read full article: People living downtown deal with daily detours due to road constructionThe City of San Antonio has at least three major downtown street construction projects going on at the same time. Two won't be completed until late next year.
What’s new at Fiesta 2024: La Semana Alegre returns, paper tickets at King William Fair, new start for Battle of Flowers
Read full article: What’s new at Fiesta 2024: La Semana Alegre returns, paper tickets at King William Fair, new start for Battle of FlowersIf you’re ready for Fiesta’s biggest events, you may want to know about some new venue and time changes for 2024.
Why is Hemisfair speculated as a possible new home for the Spurs?
Read full article: Why is Hemisfair speculated as a possible new home for the Spurs?The San Antonio Spurs have another eight years on their lease at the Frost Bank Center, but a series of events in the past two years have spurred speculation of a possible downtown move.
2 major, free events planned for downtown San Antonio this weekend. Plan ahead for traffic, construction
Read full article: 2 major, free events planned for downtown San Antonio this weekend. Plan ahead for traffic, constructionThe streets of downtown San Antonio will stay busy this weekend due to major events and ongoing construction.
Details released for San Antonio’s official New Year’s Eve celebration, fireworks display
Read full article: Details released for San Antonio’s official New Year’s Eve celebration, fireworks displayThe San Antonio Parks Foundation says Celebrate SA will take place at Hemisfair, on the River Walk and the streets of downtown. The party will start at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and continue with fireworks at midnight. It is free and open to the public.
‘Nuisance water’ being used to keep lawn green, springs flowing year-round at Civic Park
Read full article: ‘Nuisance water’ being used to keep lawn green, springs flowing year-round at Civic ParkThe term “nuisance water” might have a negative connotation, but that’s not the case for San Antonio’s newest public park — Civic Park at Hemisfair.
Thousands of survivors, supporters light up Hemisfair for blood cancer awareness
Read full article: Thousands of survivors, supporters light up Hemisfair for blood cancer awarenessHemisfair Park was illuminated with colorful lanterns as people gathered for research, advocacy and support for blood cancer patients.
From waterways to walkways: Civic Park at Hemisfair opens to public
Read full article: From waterways to walkways: Civic Park at Hemisfair opens to publicIt’s a breath of fresh air for downtown San Antonio. Phase 1 of Civic Park at Hemisfair is now open to the public after months of construction. The park features a mix of waterways, walkways and green space.
Preservation Race to educate San Antonio youth on history, architecture
Read full article: Preservation Race to educate San Antonio youth on history, architecturePut on by the City of San Antonio’s Office of Historic Preservation, the race utilizes a family-friendly scavenger hunt that explores San Antonio’s history and architecture.
Civic Park at Hemisfair on track to be completed by fall despite delays surrounding redevelopment
Read full article: Civic Park at Hemisfair on track to be completed by fall despite delays surrounding redevelopmentHemisfair in downtown San Antonio is undergoing a major renovation and despite ongoing construction and big plans for the future of the historic district, there have been some delays to parts of the full project.
Jerk Shack owner adding restaurant at historic Hemisfair house; HDRC approves conceptual designs
Read full article: Jerk Shack owner adding restaurant at historic Hemisfair house; HDRC approves conceptual designsA city panel has approved conceptual designs for a historic downtown San Antonio home to be transformed into a restaurant by Jerk Shack owner Nicola Blaque.
Historic Hemisfair house to be transformed into Asian restaurant; HDRC approves conceptual designs
Read full article: Historic Hemisfair house to be transformed into Asian restaurant; HDRC approves conceptual designsA city panel gave the go-ahead for a historic house at Hemisfair to be transformed into a Sichuanese-Chinese restaurant.
Hemisfair asks community input for designing space in Tower Park for older adults
Read full article: Hemisfair asks community input for designing space in Tower Park for older adultsAs construction continues at Hemisfair’s future Civic Park in downtown San Antonio, there’s another space nearby being designed for older adults.
Parents can get help finding right charter school for their children at School Discovery Day
Read full article: Parents can get help finding right charter school for their children at School Discovery DayThe nonprofit San Antonio Charter Moms is hosting the final “School Discovery Day” this Saturday, March 4, at Hemisfair.
San Antonio opens bidding for millions in Tower of the Americas renovations
Read full article: San Antonio opens bidding for millions in Tower of the Americas renovationsThe Tower of the Americas, the centerpiece of the San Antonio skyline since its unveiling at the 1968 World's Fair, is slated to undergo major renovations in 2024.
Parents can get help finding right school for their children at School Discovery Day Series
Read full article: Parents can get help finding right school for their children at School Discovery Day SeriesNonprofit San Antonio Charter Moms is hosting six School Discovery Days to help parents decide which area charter school is right for their children.
Muertos Fest announces entertainment lineup for free October festival at Hemisfair
Read full article: Muertos Fest announces entertainment lineup for free October festival at HemisfairLos Lobos, a Mexican-American rock band from Los Angeles, has been announced as the headliner for the free Día de Los Muertos festival in downtown San Antonio this October.
Here’s a map of music, art, food and beer festivals to visit around Texas this fall
Read full article: Here’s a map of music, art, food and beer festivals to visit around Texas this fallIf autumn is your favorite season, then you’ll be happy to know that there are several fall festivals taking place around Texas.
Luminaria gets new downtown location this year for fall art, musical festival
Read full article: Luminaria gets new downtown location this year for fall art, musical festivalLuminaria, “the largest free outdoor arts festival in South Texas,” is moving to the northern side of downtown San Antonio this fall.
KSAT12 to broadcast Día de los Muertos Festival from Hemisfair in October
Read full article: KSAT12 to broadcast Día de los Muertos Festival from Hemisfair in OctoberKSAT12 will broadcast San Antonio’s largest Día de los Muertos festival from Hemisfair this October, it was announced by KSAT12 VP/GM Phil Lane.
New hotel near Hemisfair gets green light from city
Read full article: New hotel near Hemisfair gets green light from citySan Antonio’s Historic Design and Review Commission granted Indiana-based White Lodging final approval to develop a 10-story hotel along South Alamo Street near La Villita and Hemisfair.
UTSA asks for public’s input on future of Institute of Texan Cultures museum at Hemisfair Park
Read full article: UTSA asks for public’s input on future of Institute of Texan Cultures museum at Hemisfair ParkThe future of the Institute of Texan Cultures is up for discussion, and UTSA is asking the public to weigh in.
SA approves major Hemisfair project amendment with Zachry, greenlighting hotel and residential units
Read full article: SA approves major Hemisfair project amendment with Zachry, greenlighting hotel and residential unitsThe San Antonio City Council approved a contract amendment with Zachry Hospitality on a major project at Hemsfair, greenlighting the process for a hotel and more residential units at the former World’s Fair site.
San Antonio’s official New Year’s Eve celebration, fireworks display returns to Hemisfair this year
Read full article: San Antonio’s official New Year’s Eve celebration, fireworks display returns to Hemisfair this yearCelebrate SA will take place on Alamo Street, La Villita and Hemisfair between Market Street and Cesar Chavez Blvd with live music and a fireworks show at midnight.
Scenes and winners from the 2021 San Antonio Rock ‘n’ Roll marathon, half-marathon
Read full article: Scenes and winners from the 2021 San Antonio Rock ‘n’ Roll marathon, half-marathonOne of the biggest fitness events of the year called runners, joggers and walkers from around the country to downtown San Antonio on Sunday.
WATCH LIVE: Thousands of runners cross starting line for downtown Rock N’ Roll Marathon
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Thousands of runners cross starting line for downtown Rock N’ Roll MarathonThousands of runners will pound the streets Sunday for the 2021 Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon and Half-Marathon.
Here’s the schedule for Luminaria 2021 at Hemisfair in downtown San Antonio on Saturday
Read full article: Here’s the schedule for Luminaria 2021 at Hemisfair in downtown San Antonio on SaturdayThe schedule is set for the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival, which will return to Hemisfair in downtown San Antonio this weekend.
San Antonio Día de los Muertos — one of the largest in US — returning to Hemisfair this fall
Read full article: San Antonio Día de los Muertos — one of the largest in US — returning to Hemisfair this fallOne of the largest Día de los Muertos festivals in the United States is returning this year after a hiatus due to COVID-19, and it is taking place in downtown San Antonio.
Hemisfair officials are hoping to reunite a lost ring with its owner
Read full article: Hemisfair officials are hoping to reunite a lost ring with its ownerOfficials at Hemisfair in downtown San Antonio posted a pair of photos to Twitter on Wednesday afternoon of a diamond ring that was found in the dirt.