26 beautiful Texas swimming holes, pools and lakes in driving distance of San Antonio

There's nothing better on a scorching Texas summer day than a refreshing swim. If the neighborhood pool isn't doing it for you,…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Garner State Park
234 RR 1050, Concan, (830) 232-6132, tpwd.texas.gov
Located along 2.9 miles of the Frio River, generations of Texans have spent their summer days at Garner State Park swimming or floating along to beat the blazing heat.
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Everything we saw at San Antonio's chalk art memorial for the Uvalde shooting victims

Artists and activists convened Wednesday in downtown San Antonio to create a breathtaking chalk art memorial to the victims of the 2022…

By Nina Rangel

Everything we saw at San Antonio's chalk art memorial for the Uvalde shooting victims
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25 hidden gem parks in San Antonio everyone should visit

When it comes to parks, San Antonio has more to offer than San Pedro Springs, Brackenridge and Phil Hardberger. Indeed, the city…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Olmos Basin Park
651 Devine Road, (210) 207-7275, sanantonio.gov
Often overshadowed by the nearby Brackenridge Park, Olmos Basin Park is a beautiful place to relax and play outdoors. The park has various picnic areas and fields for sports including baseball, soccer, football and rugby, and also connects to the scenic Olmos Basin Greenway, which runs from Devine Road to Jones-Maltsberger Road. There's even a LARP group that meets at the park.
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The oldest things in San Antonio

San Antonio was established in 1718, and 13 years later, it became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas. A lot…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Oldest Downtown Tourist Attraction: The Alamo
300 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio has no shortage of downtown attractions that lure tourists, but the Alamo’s 1718 vintage makes it the oldest. A small band of Texian soldiers held out in the mission before they were wiped out by the Mexican army in one of the defining fights in Texas’ struggle for independence.
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All the beautiful San Antonio people we saw at the opening night of NIOSA 2023

Despite overcast skies, revelers packed into La Villita to celebrate our city's diverse history with favorite local foods — and plenty of…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the beautiful San Antonio people we saw at the opening night of NIOSA 2023
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Scintillating scenes from San Antonio's Cornyation 2023

There was no hotter ticket in town Tuesday than for the first night of Cornyation 2023. Fiesta's "self-proclaimed “raunchiest, cheapest event with…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Scintillating scenes from San Antonio's Cornyation 2023
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Wild moments from San Antonio's 2023 WEBB Party at The Espee Pavillion

Official Fiesta event the WEBB Party took place Friday at The Espee Pavillion, raising money for the San Antonio AIDS Foundation. Here's…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Wild moments from San Antonio's 2023 WEBB Party at The Espee Pavillion
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These vintage photos show what it was like at HemisFair '68 in San Antonio

This week marked 55 years since HemisFair '68 opened in San Antonio. While the World's Fair left enduring landmarks in SA —…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Marching Band, Skyride, and Mini-Monorail
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These vintage HemisFair postcards show the magic of the 1968 World's Fair in San Antonio

April 6 marks the 55th anniversary of HemisFair '68, the World's Fair many credit with transforming sleepy San Antonio into a high-visibility,…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Fair scene
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These celebrities have surprising connections to San Antonio

You may know which famous people were born in San Antonio or went to high school here, but those aren't the only ways…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Pedro Pascal
Beloved sci fi TV dad Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us, The Mandalorian) moved to San Antonio when he was a young child and lived here until he was 11. In interviews he has said he remembers liking the city’s multicultural feel and remembered it as being “all about going to movies, rock concerts and Spurs games.”
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20 San Antonio 'tourist traps' every new resident should visit at least once

Just moved to San Antonio? There's no time like the present to start getting to know the city. Rather than getting overwhelmed…

By San Antonio Current Staff

The Pearl
303 Pearl Parkway, atpearl.com
Pearl has cemented itself as San Antonio’s premiere shopping and dining destination. Whether it’s a staycation at the posh Hotel Emma, a casual lunch at the Bottling Department or a weekend visit to the bustling Farmers Market, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this downtown district.
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Everything we saw at San Antonio's St. Patrick's Day River Walk Parade

San Antonio's annual St. Patrick's Day River Walk Parade took place Saturday. Revelers flocked to the San Antonio River to celebrate and watch…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Everything we saw at San Antonio's St. Patrick's Day River Parade
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Here's a sneak peek at the Briscoe Western Art Museum's 2023 Night of Artists

The Briscoe Western Art Museum's Night of Artists returns this month with an exhibition showcasing nearly 300 new artworks by 80 of…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Kim Wiggins, Twilight Along the Pinta, Oil on panel, 9 x 12 in.
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Where to find San Antonio's coolest murals and outdoor public art

You don't have to go to a museum to get your fill of art in San Antonio. The city is rich in…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Canopy
Fulton Railroad Underpass, 729 Fulton Ave.
Artist: Joey Fauerso
Playfully rendered in a palette of cool blues and greens, San Antonio artist and educator Joey Fauerso’s Canopy mural brings a sense of serenity to a railroad underpass in Alta Vista.
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25 small towns within driving distance of San Antonio that are worth a weekend road trip

Certain times of year, wanderlust rises up and takes hold, but it's not always possible to plan a cross-country road trip. If…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Driftwood
About a 1 hour drive north of San Antonio
Driftwood is a popular destination for one big reason: Salt Lick BBQ. Visiting the world-renowned restaurant is a rite of passage for ‘cue lovers, but the quaint town is enjoyable in its own right.
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The 25 weirdest attractions in San Antonio that are worth visiting

San Antonio has plenty of tourist attractions, from historic landmarks to museums — but the city has some surprisingly weird sights to…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Miraflores Sculpture Garden
1234-1366 E. Hildebrand Ave.
This decaying wonder near Brackenridge Park is hidden behind a fence but still visible from Hildebrand, guarded by a beautiful gate titled “Monumento a la Ciudad de México.” Created by local physician and art collector Aureliano Urrutia, the green space is full of sculpture, tiled benches and fountains, all falling into graceful disrepair. The garden is now owned by the City of San Antonio and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as well as designated as a State Archaeological Landmark by the Texas Historical Commission.
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All the people we saw having fun at San Antonio's Mardi Gras River Parade

San Antonians headed downtown this weekend to get their party on at the Bud Light Mardi Gras Festival and River Parade. Here's everyone…

By San Antonio Current Staff

All the people we saw having fun at San Antonio's Mardi Gras River Parade
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Everything we saw as the WWE Royal Rumble 2023 slammed into San Antonio's Alamodome

More than 51,000 fans crowded the Alamodome on Saturday to witness the WWE Royal Rumble 2023. Roman Reigns defeated Kevin Owens to keep…

By San Antonio Current Staff

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20 useless facts about San Antonio you can use to impress out-of-towners

When playing tour guide for visiting friends and family, there's plenty of culture and history in San Antonio to draw from. But…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Before his days in the White House, former president Theodore Roosevelt recruited his famous Rough Riders over at the Menger Hotel. 
There’s even some memorabilia on display at the hotel today. The hotel, built in 1859, itself is the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi River.
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Everyone we saw having fun at San Antonio's SpongeBob-themed Bikini Bottom Rave

On Friday, the traveling Bikini Bottom Rave came to San Antonio, allowing revelers to bring back their childhood memories of absorbent, yellow…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Everyone we saw having fun at San Antonio's SpongeBob-themed Bikini Bottom Rave
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20 fun things to do in San Antonio that don’t involve alcohol

Who says you need booze to have fun? Whether you're sober, temporarily abstaining or just don't feel like imbibing on a given…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Go to a farmers market
Whether you want to pick up fancy ingredients to make a meal at home later, or just gorge on fresh food and drinks being sold by vendors, there's plenty to enjoy at farmers markets all over town. If you're down to battle the crowds, Pearl's weekend market is as popular as it is for good reason.
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Everything we saw as the San Antonio Spurs packed 68,000 people into the Alamodome

The San Antonio Spurs broke an attendance record Friday when they played the Golden State Warriors at the Alamodome for the franchise's…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Everything we saw as the San Antonio Spurs packed 68,000 people into the Alamodome
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San Antonio's 25 most beautiful places

San Antonio is beautiful in many ways, but some places stand above the rest. Whether you want to soak in the natural…

By San Antonio Current Staff

King William Historic District
Southtown, visitsanantonio.com
Southtown is known as a haven for art, flavor, culture and fun — and the entire area revolves around the heart of the King William Historic District. The Victorian-inspired neighborhood is packed with history and charm. Established in the 1800s, the district was home to German immigrants who bought land and built homes. It is named after King Wilhelm I of Prussia and is considered a Cultural Arts District today.
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Everything we saw as San Antonio celebrated New Year's Eve and rung in 2023

Thousands of San Antonians descended on downtown Saturday for the city's New Year's Eve celebration, which featured live music, food, drinks and…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Everything we saw as San Antonio celebrated New Year's Eve and rung in 2023
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These famous celebrities were all born in San Antonio

You may be surprised how many celebrities were born in the Alamo City. While we don't have the glitzy profile of LA,…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Megan Thee Stallion
She may have grown up in Houston, but Megan Thee Stallion was actually born in San Antonio in 1995. The rapper, singer and songwriter made a huge splash in 2020 with her hit single "Savage" and for collaborating with Cardi B on the summer-shattering, sex-positive anthem "WAP." In 2022, she released her second studio album, Traumazine.
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25 San Antonio holiday traditions you have to try at least once to call yourself a local

Whether you're new to San Antonio and looking to get the scoop on local holiday traditions or a longtime resident eager to…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Stroll the River Walk to look at the lights
You don't have to be a tourist to wander the River Walk and take in the lights. It's romantic, and your out-of-town guests will expect a tour. While the lights will be on every night from November 25-January 9, you can also catch fun events like the Ford Fiesta de las Luminarias on select weekends.
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Everything we saw as San Antonio's 41th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade lit up the River Walk

The Ford Holiday River Parade took place Friday, marking the 41st installment of the Alamo City tradition — and the Grinch himself served…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Everything we saw as San Antonio's 41th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade lit up the River Walk
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The 24 best places to see Christmas lights in driving distance of San Antonio

Even the Grinchiest among us have to admit there's something heartwarming about twinkling Christmas light displays. Whether you want to check out…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Westover Field of Lights
 9340 Westover Hills Blvd., (210) 523-1505, westoverlights.com
At Westover Sports Complex guests can view a walk-through lightshow with over 300,000 lights synchronized to classic Christmas music and get a free printed photo with Santa at his workshop. This illuminated experience promises to be selfie-worthy, and there will be concessions available for purchase on site. The Field of Lights will be running from Nov. 25-Dec 18, and tickets can be purchased online.
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Here's where to cut your own Christmas tree within driving distance of San Antonio

Sure, you can buy a pre-cut tree from any local lot, or dust off that faux version in a box hidden somewhere…

By San Antonio Current Staff

Kadee Farm
5054 US-69, Greenville, (903) 413-3811, kadeefarm.com
In addition to its annual selection of cut-your-own Christmas trees, this north Texas farm is continuing to offer a Walking Trail of Lights in 2022. The tree-cutting season runs from Nov. 25-Dec. 18 or sellout.
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28 places in San Antonio to take out-of-towners that aren't the Alamo

Locals know that San Antonio is much more than just the “Alamo City,” but when it comes to hosting family and friends,…

By San Antonio Current Staff

River Walk Public Art Garden
849 E. Commerce St., getcreativesanantonio.com
This open-air art garden located on the San Antonio River Walk at the intersection where Market and Alamo Streets meet features permanent and rotating sculptures and art pieces by local and international artists. For those that need help finding the entrance, look no further than the colorful  "Welcome to the River Walk Public Art Garden" sign by San Antonio artist Gary Sweeney.
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