The end of Final Four in San Antonio means Fiesta and Easter-themed festivities are getting closer. Here’s the events to look out for this weekend.
SAN ANTONIO — The fun doesn’t stop in April. Just as we wrap up the Final Four in San Antonio, Fiesta and Easter are creeping up around the corner. And while the upcoming weekend will certainly be much calmer than last, there’s still plenty of free festivities lined up that you won’t want to miss.
Here’s what’s happening.
SA Book Festival
Book-lovers can look forward to the return of the San Antonio Book Festival on Saturday.
This free day-long event unites readers and writers alike. Hear from authors, purchase new reads, get your books signed, engage in lively conversations with fellow bookworms and participate in activities for the whole family.
Explore the festival grounds and choose from food trucks offering a variety of eats.
When: Saturday, April 12 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Central Library (600 Soledad Street) and UTSA Southwest Campus (300 Augusta Street)
Cost: Free
Kevin Hart
Hollywood’s box office powerhouse and comedian Kevin Hart brings his “Acting My Age Tour” to the Frost Bank Center this Saturday.
The Emmy and Grammy-nominated entertainer, touring nationally with his 9th standup special, will bring the laughs to the Alamo City.
Tickets are going fast so get them before their gone!
When: Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Frost Bank Center (1 Frost Bank Center Drive)
Cost: Tickets on sale now on Ticketmaster.
Jazz in the Garden
Enjoy the soothing sounds of jazz surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of nature Friday evening at the Japanese Tea Garden.
The Noah Peterson Quartet performs, setting the mood for a relaxing night in the garden.
Guests are invited to bring a chair or blanket for seating.
When: Friday, April 11 from 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Japanese Tea Garden (3853 N St. Mary’s Street)
Cost: Free
Paw-Changa
Adopt, shop and get an early start to Fiesta and find your new four-legged friend. San Antonio Animal Care Services’ Paw-Changa 2025 will be bigger and better than ever.
With over 200+ adoptable pets, live music, 40+ artisan vendors and a foster pet parade – this free family friendly event is sure to be a “paw-some” time.
Indulge in your favorite Fiesta favorites like chicken-on-a-stick, aguas frescas and more. You can also get a chance to score the official 2025 San Antonio Animal Care Fiesta medal.
When: Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: City of San Antonio Animal Care Services (4710 TX-151)
Cost: Free
Easter Eggstravaganza
Bring the family out to Traders Village this Saturday for its 19th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza.
There will be thousands of free Easter eggs filled with goodies, door prizes for kids of all ages, photo ops with the Easter bunny, character appearances and more.
When: Saturday, April 12 at 10 a.m.
Where: Traders Village (9333 SW Loop 410)
Cost: Free
Plus…
This Friday, celebrate Mother Nature with Gardopia Gardens and enjoy live entertainment, free food samples, vendors and giveaways for its Earth Month Farmers Market.
On Saturday, SA Local Market hosts Second Saturday at Main Plaza. Attendees can shop from local vendors, enjoy live music and treat themselves to delicious eats and refreshing drinks.
Finally, catch a movie under the stars at the Base of the Tower of the Americas on Saturday. Grab a blanket and enjoy an outdoor screening of “Miss Congeniality as the sun sets over downtown San Antonio.