Arch Enemy & The Black Dahlia Murder
Heavy metal co-headlining tour rolling into downtown's historic theatre for an energetic Tuesday night crowd.
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Things to do in San Antonio with friends this weekend (Oct 16–18)
This weekend in San Antonio: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · 3 dated events
What's on in San Antonio, TX this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.
12 hand-picked things to do in San Antonio, TX right now · 8 with confirmed dates
How we pick spots for a group
- Buzzy, higher-energy rooms that take a crowd
- What's on right now over evergreen tourist stops
- Bookable tables and shared plates a group can split
🌟 Happening Today
Concerts, comedy, and evening plans around town
Elevation Worship & Steven Furtick
Arena-scale contemporary worship experience stopping by the East Side for a major fall tour appearance.
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Martin Moreno: Not Taco Tuesday
A sharp, local stand-up comedy set breaking up the weekday routine at the Northwest's premier comedy room.
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🌮 Eat & Drink
Buzzy tables and seasonal neighborhood bites
Downstairs at The Esquire Tavern
Subterranean cocktail lounge right along the River Walk serving craft drinks and elevated pub grub in a historic setting.
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Curry Boys BBQ
An inventive mashup of Texas smokehouse meats and Southeast Asian curries served out of a vibrant pastel storefront on the St. Mary's Strip.
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🎉 This Weekend in San Antonio, TX · Oct 16–18
Spurs opening week, live theater, and anniversary parties
San Antonio Spurs vs. Sacramento Kings
Catch home-court basketball action complete with post-game free throw opportunities on the floor.
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Cinderella | Opera SA
A grand theatrical presentation of Rossini's sparkling operatic adaptation at the Tobin Center's performance hall.
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Thirsty Horse 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
A milestone weekend bash celebrating a decade of country dancing, cold drinks, and live music on the North Side.
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✨ New & Notable
Fresh exhibits and seasonal happenings this month
Macbeth at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
A gripping theatrical staging of Shakespeare's classic tragedy inside one of downtown's most ornate historic venues.
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Sleeping With Sirens: An Ending In Itself Tour
High-energy alternative rock tour stopping at the state-of-the-art Boeing Center at Tech Port on the city's South Side.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend road trips within easy reach of San Antonio
Fredericksburg & Texas Wine Country
Head 90 minutes north into the Hill Country for boutique vineyards along Highway 290, German bakeries, and historic Main Street shopping.
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Austin Live Music & Outdoor Weekend
Drive an hour up I-35 for paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake, breakfast tacos, and an evening catching bands in the Live Music Capital.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in San Antonio, TX with friends?
Group-friendly highlights in San Antonio, TX right now include Arch Enemy & The Black Dahlia Murder, Elevation Worship & Steven Furtick, and Martin Moreno: Not Taco Tuesday. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.
Where do locals go out in San Antonio, TX?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in San Antonio, TX — the spots locals are actually packing this week.
Where's the best nightlife in San Antonio, TX?
Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in San Antonio, TX worth texting the group chat about.
Plan a friends trip to San Antonio, TX
Tell us who's going and WonderKit drafts three San Antonio, TX trip ideas in about a minute — free, and you see them before creating an account.