Hello San Antonio! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Renovated Magik Theatre, Summerween party, and Big Day of Play + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Fresh chapter begins: San Antonio’s Magik Theatre reopened after five months of renovations, unveiling an accessible ramp, new seating, and upgraded HVAC. The Very Hungry Caterpillar runs through August 2 -- tour the renovated theatre.
Major expansion underway: H-E-B will build a $125 million, 356,354-square-foot bakery on the East Side, part of a $700 million expansion, after Bexar County approved $15 million in incentives tied to 720 jobs -- see H-E-B’s bakery plans.
New dining options bloom: San Antonio’s Portico at Shaenfield Ranch opened two restaurants, adding a brunch spot and a crepe-filled cafe, with a sushi burrito shop and a Mexican restaurant open while construction continues -- see the dining lineup.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Press start, San Antonio: Whether your thumbs crave pinball, Skee-ball, fighters, racers, or a quick claw-machine victory lap, 1-On-1 Arcade is a low-key spot to unwind and play like it’s Saturday again. They’ve also got a Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon card corner, plus private party rentals where you can bring your own food.
Big park, zero excuses: Need a no-cost reset this week? Pearsall Park stacks a disc golf course, a legit skate park, splash pads, a huge playground, and an outdoor gym so you can mix sweat with play, then let the kids burn energy while you find that tiny breeze that shows up eventually.
Green thumbs unite: Whether your basil keeps ghosting you or you're plotting a native-plant takeover, San Antonio Garden Center is a relaxed spot to get inspired, pick up smart tips, and reset your yard game for our triple-digit reality. Check it out this week for a dose of green and a nudge to start.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏔 Alpine Beats & German Folklore @ Collins Garden Branch Library | Wednesday (6/24) at 1:00 PM – Craving some oompah without the airport hassle? This alpine shindig brings live German tunes, folklore fun, and hands-on crafts, all ages welcome, so kids create, you soak up culture, and everyone leaves humming a tune they swear they didn’t clap along to.
🎃 Summer Party - Summerween @ Girl Scouts of Southwest | Friday (6/26) at 4:00 PM – Celebrate Halloween without the cold at a Summerween bash with the Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, featuring costumes, candy, and spooky crafts. Think trick-or-treat vibes with sunscreen, not scarves, and the legal parent candy tax. Costumes from classic ghoul to tired local in flip-flops welcome.
😂 ComedySportz San Antonio @ The Little Improv Theater | Friday (6/26) at 7:30 PM – Trade Netflix for ComedySportz, a live, competitive improv showdown where two teams spar in games, songs, and scenes. Clean, quick, and actually funny, with a ref keeping order, you get to judge the winner without jury duty, and tickets are ten bucks, bring the kids.
🎈 Big Day of Play @ The DoSeum | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Whether you can still name your favorite dino or just call them big lizards, the DoSeum is going prehistoric. Meet life-size dinosaurs, help paint a mural, and watch an extinction-level volcanic explosion, then wander Dinosaurs in Motion, all included with admission. Better than the mall.
🏳 Pride Market @ Urban Office Southtown | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Southtown throws a Pride market with 20+ local vendors, music, and a cheeky photo op. Low on fuss, high on color. Think less corporate rainbow, more neighbors with handmade goods, art, and treats, plus free admission, free parking, and a family friendly vibe.
🚗 Hot Wheels Diecast Toy Show @ VFW post 8541 | Sunday (6/28) at 11:00 AM – Finally, a car show where the parking is free, and the cars fit in your pocket. Cruise through 60 tables of Hot Wheels and diecast treasures, free entry included, to buy, sell, or trade. Bring the kids, or just your inner eight-year-old.
🛠 Family Friendly Pick Your Project Workshop @ Board & Brush Creative Studio | Sunday (6/28) at 3:00 PM – Whether your kid hoards stickers or prefers a paintbrush, this parent and child workshop lets you each pick a project and actually finish it. Age 6 and up, zero screens, maximum bragging rights, and you leave with something that is not another macaroni masterpiece.
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07 — The San Antonio report Weather forecastToday — High: 93°F — Low: 74°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 74. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 94°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. This house is wildThis 1885 Queen Anne Victorian in King William blends showpiece architecture with modern ease. A spindlework arch, Eastlake staircase, coffered dining ceiling, and carved fireplaces set the tone, while the renovated kitchen, pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, and octagonal gazebo keep things lively. A garage casita adds extra space, just steps from the River Walk and Southtown.
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