Here's what's happening in San Antonio this weekend

It’s an exciting weekend to be in San Antonio, packed with events celebrating both Halloween and Día de los Muertos.

Calaveras de Azucar Festival (Saturday and Sunday): A vibrant, free festival at Historic Market Square featuring live music, local vendors, and a tour of colorful ofrendas (altars) honoring the dead. Learn more...

DiwaliSA Festival of Lights (Saturday): While not Dia de Muertos, the community will be celebrating the Festival of Lights at the Arneson River Theatre at La Villita. Learn more...

La Reina de la Vida Dia de los Muertos Showcase (Saturday): Step into a night of culture and style at La Cantera Resort and Spa, where they highlight the depth and symbolic meaning of Dia de Los Muertos in a runway production that blends fashion, education, and cultural preservation. Learn more...

Other Celebrations: Many places are hosting events, including the Esperanza Peace & Justice Center (Saturday) and altars at Mission San Jose Granary.

Theme Park Events: This is the last weekend for many spooky attractions, including Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Antonio. Zoo Boo! at the San Antonio Zoo is on its final day (Friday) for family fun.

Pop-up Bar Experiences: Themed spots like "The Horror Section" Halloween Popup Bar and a Day of the Dead Pop-Up Bar at El Colegio are open.

Arts & Entertainment

• The Outsiders: The hit Broadway musical is running at the Majestic Theatre throughout the weekend.
• Nile Rodgers & CHIC (Saturday) The Tobin Center)

Shopping & Markets

• Vintage Market Days: "Letter and Loved" Fall Market: A three-day shopping experience featuring vintage finds, home décor, art, clothing, and gourmet eats. (Runs Fri, Oct 31 and Sat, Nov 1)
• Farmers & Artisans Market: Check out the market at Mission Marquee Plaza on Saturday, November 1st.

Tours & Recurring Events

• Ghost Tours: Options like Haunted Ghost Tours with Sisters Grimm and Go Rio Ghost Tours are available daily through the weekend.
• Texas Gun Shows San Antonio: A large show for enthusiasts running Friday through Sunday.

Nightlife, Parties, and Music

Friday:

• What We Do In The Shadows Halloween Party: Enter a world of gothic vampires and supernatural encounters at Paramour. (21+)
• HalloRave: An 18+ high-energy house and dance music event with local DJs and vendors at The Wonderchamber.
• LAMP at the Aztec Theatre.
• Villains & Magic: A Disney Halloween at Jazz, TX (multiple shows).
• The Horror Section | Halloween Themed Popup Bar Experience at Be Kind & Rewind (continuing through Saturday).

Saturday

• Flesh for Fantasy: Haus of Erotique presents its official Halloween burlesque and surreal performance party at Brick at Blue Star. (21+)
• Jmsn performing live at Paper Tiger.
• Reconstruction World Tour Lecrae at The Espee.
• Nikki Lane + Ramsay Midwood at The Lonesome Rose.

Comedy

• Ahren Belisle is performing comedy sets at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club on Friday and Saturday.

Local & Unique Events

• Saturday Night Rodeo: Head over to the Tejas Rodeo Company for a weekly Saturday night rodeo and entertainment. (Saturday, Nov 1)
• Mariposas on the Plaza: A beautiful display at the Historic Main Plaza at the Riverwalk Portal. (Saturday, Nov 1)
• Farmers & Artisans Market / Outdoor Family Film Series: Spend Saturday at Mission Marquee Plaza for the market during the day and a family film in the evening.
• Vintage Market Days: The "Letter and Loved" Fall Market continues on Saturday at the San Antonio Rose Palace, featuring vintage goods, art, and more.

Food and Cruises

• Sip, Tour & Brunch Cruises: Enjoy a relaxing experience on The Westin Riverwalk San Antonio (Sunday).
• The Ultimate Tailgate Buffet: Gear up for Sunday football with a fan-favorite buffet at Rock and Brews. (Sunday)
• Sunday Jazz Brunch with The Noah Peterson Trio at The Dodging Duck.