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Tropical Tiki Night Burlesque Show

Thu., April 18, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

Bar Ludivine

1014 S. Presa St., San Antonio Southtown

Get Tickets
$10-$80

Special Events

Join Haus of Erotique for Tiki inspired burlesque show at Bar Ludivine! Tropical & Fire Performances from an all female cast. Delicious drink specials & tiki vibes all night. Join in for the limbo contest. Dress in your best beach or tropical attire! 21 & up. Doors at 9pm Tickets are $15 at the door & $10 online only. VIP tables are available. 8306243378
Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew"

Thu., April 18, 7:30-9:30 p.m. and Sat., April 20, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Elizabeth Huth Coates Theatre

4301 Broadway, San Antonio San Antonio

Get Tickets
$8-$12

Theater, Art

Lucentio loves Bianca but cannot court her until her shrewish older sister Katherina marries. The eccentric Petruccio marries the reluctant Katherina and uses a number of tactics to render her an obedient wife. This production turns Shakespeare’s fierce, energetic comedy of gender and materialism on its head to offer a fresh perspective on its portrayal of hierarchy and power. (210) 829-3810
FEFU AND HER FRIENDS

Thu., April 18, 7-9 p.m., Fri., April 19, 8-10 p.m. and Sat., April 20, 8-10 p.m.

Stieren Theater

One Trinity Place, Trinity University, San Antonio San Antonio

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Free

Theater

Trinity University Theatre presents Cuban American playwright Maria Irene Fornés’ innovative and groundbreaking FEFU AND HER FRIENDS from Apr. 12 - 20 in The Stieren Theatre. FEFU has been praised as "funny and shocking…the dramatic equivalent of a collection of poems… Seven friends gather at Fefu’s house for a kind of reunion… exploring lives and quite specifically the pain, strain, comforts, and fragility of women’s lives.” (Richard Eder, The New York Times.) Admission is free, with seating located on the Stieren stage for only 60 audience members per show. 2109998589
Carmen Cartiness Johnson

Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through May 10

Carver Community Cultural Center

226 N. Hackberry St., San Antonio San Antonio

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Free

Art

Raised in Kansas City, Mo., Carmen Cartiness Johnson is a self-taught acrylic painter. Her early work of flat, colored, graphic shapes is based on summer visits to her grandmother’s farm. Her later paintings progressed to a more dimensional painterly style. Johnson’s narrative art takes a snapshot of people interacting in social situations. The inspiration for her vivid paintings comes from poems, songs, novels, media, as well as the works of Romare Bearden and Diego Rivera. 2102077211
Morning Mingle Happy Hour

Tuesdays-Sundays, 8-10 a.m. Continues through Aug. 31

Mae Dunne

23702 I-10 Suite 108, San Antonio Leon Springs

Free

Food

Morning Mingle Happy Hour is every Tues-Sun from 8am-10am, with the following specials: $3 OFF Cocktails, Rotating Food Specials, Wine Corkage Fee: $30 per bottle. 2109050797
New Menu + Happy Hour

Through May 3, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Mae Dunne

23702 I-10 Suite 108, San Antonio Leon Springs

Free

Food

Mae Dunne's menu launches Friday, March 1st. You can enjoy new items such as the El Morillo, Chilaquiles Rojos, Crab Cake Bennies, Turkey Pesto Avocado Sandwich, and Pancakes with a variety of topping options. The restaurant is also introducing a Morning Mingle Happy Hour that will begin March 1st as well, taking place every Tues-Sun from 8am-10am: $3 OFF Cocktails, Rotating Food Specials, Wine Corkage Fee: $30 per bottle. 2109050797
CineFestival Call for Entries

Through May 5, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free

Movies

The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center announces the call for entries for CineFestival San Antonio, the nation’s original and longest-running Latino film festival. Celebrating its 45th edition, San Antonio’s annual celebration of independent Latino cinema will take place July 11-14, 2024. The festival will accept films finalized after January 2023, continuing its call for programming focusing on Chicano, Latinx and Native American cinema, with an emphasis on Texas and San Antonio related films. The regular deadline for call for entries is May 5, 2024. 2102713151
Surviving Space: Astronauts & Asteroids

Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-5 p.m. Continues through Sept. 1

Witte Museum

3801 Broadway, San Antonio San Antonio

Get Tickets
$16-$22

Kids

Discover what it takes to become a space explorer and an Earth defender! Experience life as an astronaut through hands-on activities, see real NASA artifacts and learn how scientists are defending the planet from catastrophic asteroid impacts in Surviving Space: Astronauts & Asteroids. $6 + Museum Admission. (210) 357-1900
Mission: Astronaut

Through April 28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The DoSeum

2800 Broadway St., San Antonio Brackenridge Park

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$16

Kids, Special Events

Embark on an exhilarating journey as you immerse yourself in astronaut training and tackle STEM challenges that simulate real space missions! In our new special exhibit, you'll be able to learn about space exploration, the technology that makes it possible, and its impact on life on Earth. Each section of this exhibit presents interactive tasks requiring as astronaut's mindset to solve, focusing on engineering, physics, teamwork, and fun! This exhibit is included in General Admission.
Creme Happy Hour

Mondays-Fridays, 4-6 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31

Creme Coffee & Social

847 E. Ashby Place Suite 1115, San Antonio Downtown

Free

Food

Creme happy hour. M-F 4pm-6pm. 1/2 off glasses of prosecco. 1/2 off bottles of wine. For those who are looking to unwind, Creme is the place for you! (210) 446-8399
Amelia April Live Music

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-10 p.m. Continues through April 27

Amelia Social Lounge

875 E. Ashby Place, Suite 1120, San Antonio Tobin Hill

Free

Live Music

Join in for live music this month of April every Wednesday-Saturday, from 7pm-10pm. 3rd: David Villanueva Aka 'DV Jazz, 4th: Diego Martinez, 5th: Aaron Prado Trio, 6th: Steve Soares Trio, 10th: Faith Evangeline, 11th: Bernie Martini, 12th: Ryan Townsend Trio, 13th: Chris Guerrero, 17th: David Villanueva Aka 'DV Jaz, 18th: The Trad Police, 19th: Joshua Alderete Trio, 20th: James Rubino Trio, 24th: Faith Evangeline, 25th: Diego Martinez, 26th: Steven Husted Trio, 27th: Chris Vu Trio.
Mega Corazón 2024

Through April 30, 12 a.m.-11:45 p.m.

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Free

Art

Monday, April 15, 2024 is the kickoff of the MEGA CORAZÓN celebration, an online spoken word marathon that is part of San Antonio’s National Poetry Month participation. This festival presents San Antonio’s poetic tradition that combines street, classical, and slam performance styles in a production that is improvisational, at times painful, and choreographed for a highly visual impact. The festival will begin streaming at urban15.org/live-stream/ at 8pm on April 15, and will highlight about 90 poems from various artists throughout a continuous 24-hour loop. 2107361500
Taco Trailblazer: Yelp San Antonio's Free Week of Tacos!

Ongoing, 12 a.m.

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Free

Food

If tacos are more of a lifestyle than a food group, this free week of 'em will speak to your suadero soul. Follow along on this trail of tortillas to some of San Antonio's favorite taco spots. From puffy to birria, your heart and belly will be full! RSVP online for free tacos (plus other special goodies) at participating local taco spots on the designated dates/times. N/A
The Escape Game Remote Adventures

Ongoing, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Online

Virtual Location, San Antonio Online Only

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$25

Kids, Geek Culture

Play The Escape Game’s newest game, Ruins: Forbidden Treasure, from anywhere in the world using Zoom. Control an avatar wearing a live feed camera, search 360° images of the room, and use items in your online dashboard to progress through the game! Plus, a Game Guide will be there to help along the way. Assemble a team of friends, family or co-workers no matter where they are! You have 60 minutes, can you escape? 2105601733
New Lunch Menu at Tokyo Cowboy

Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Tokyo Cowboy

135 E. Commerce St., San Antonio Downtown

Food

Lasso in your lunchtime crew and mosey on down to Tokyo Cowboy! Savor every bite of the new lunch menu, featuring tantalizing options like Gulf Shrimp & Noodle Salad and Korean Chicken Salad. Saddle up with Tokyo Cowboy from 11am-3pm, Monday to Friday! (210) 305-7075
Screenplay Submission Contest

Mondays-Sundays, 12 p.m.

$5

Art

Atelier Talent Development Co. announces to serve the vast amounts of artists in the San Antonio/Austin market, it has started a screenplay contest. Contestants are asked to submit short scripts of no longer than two-pages in length by the September 10th deadline. Script Guidelines: 2 to 3 Pages, 4 Characters; 18+ Years Old, Present Day; Current Topics, MAX 2 Locations (Public), PG-13. Scripts with an exciting, unexpected twist or reversal are encouraged. How to Submit: Send script submission via email to [email protected] + Venmo $5 Entrance Fee to @ Atelier-Co. $100 Cash Prize to Winner. 210-549--5344
Take-home pizza kit at Volare

Ongoing, 12 p.m.

Volare Pizza (Olmos)

3902 McCullogh Ave., San Antonio Olmos Park

$12

Food, Special Events

Take the fun home with Volare's pizza kit! Get everything you need to make a delicious pizza: dough, pepperoni, cheese and sauce all are included. Stop in to take advantage of this fun and delicious deal, available daily during operating hours. (210) 251-3424
Happy Hour at Lustea

Ongoing, 2-7 p.m.

Lustea

602 NW Loop 410 #130, San Antonio Far West

Free

Food, Special Events

Happy Hour at Lustea means matcha BOGO! Stop in for buy one get one free on any matcha drink Monday through Sunday, 2pm to 7pm. Offer includes: Matcha soy, matcha milk tea cake cream, matcha milk tea cream cheese and matcha smoothies (210) 598-0089
Go for a Virtual STEM Walk

Ongoing

Online

Virtual Location, San Antonio Online Only

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Free

Kids, Free

On the talkSTEM YouTube channel, there are 9 unique playlists that connect science, technology, engineering and math to real world examples. Each video is a palatable 2 minutes on average and is appropriate for all ages. Audiences can virtually explore over 20 different destinations in Texas from the safety of their homes. Simply pick a theme and start watching the videos. Some videos prompt for a DIY experiment or challenge viewers can try in their household, even create their own virtual field trips - the options are endless! 2105601733
Happy Hour at The Good Kind

Mondays-Fridays, 3-6 p.m.

The Good Kind Southtown

1127 S St Mary's St, San Antonio Central

Free

Food

Join The Good Kind for a little garden getaway with their Happy Hour. Deals include half-price appetizers, $3 wells and $8 Southclaws — their signature frozen hibiscus margarita with a black cherry White Claw Hard Seltzer & Twangs Twang-a-Rita Rim.Yes, it's as good as it sounds! 2108015892
Happy Hour at Volare

Mondays-Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.

Volare Pizza (Olmos)

3902 McCullogh Ave., San Antonio Olmos Park

Free

Food, Special Events

Happy Hour is back! Check out Volare's new & improved Happy Hour specials available from 4-6pm Monday through Thursday. 1/2 select wines by the bottle. $3 Beer. $5 & $8 Appetizers. 3902 McCullough Ave. San Antonio, TX 78212. 2102513424
Happy Hour at Nowhere Bookshop

Mondays-Fridays, 4-6 p.m.

Nowhere Bookshop

5154 Broadway, San Antonio Alamo Heights

Free

Special Events

Join in for Happy Hour at Nowhere Bookshop's cafe. Happy Hour specials include $2 off beer, wine by the glass, kombucha and CBD drinks and cheese boxes! (210) 640-7260
Happy Hour at Tokyo Cowboy

Tuesdays-Fridays, 4-6 p.m.

Tokyo Cowboy

135 E. Commerce St., San Antonio Downtown

Food

Join for Happy Hour every Tuesday-Friday from 4pm-6pm at Tokyo Cowboy for discounted cocktails & snacks! (210) 305-7075
Get Social at 7 Brew Coffee

Mondays-Thursdays, 4-7 p.m.

7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee

2901 Pat Booker Road, Universal City Universal City

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Meeting

Join 7 Brew Coffee as it launches social hour beginning on November 13. Every Monday-Thursday from 4-7 p.m., customers can drive through and buy one drink and get a second free! This offer is valid for all drinks of all sizes. 210.782.9451 Ext.5
B9 Stellaire Happy Hour

Ongoing, 4-6 p.m.

Bistr09

6106 Broadway St, San Antonio Alamo Heights

Free

Special Events, Food

Bistr09 is announcing a new B9 Stellaire Happy Hour. There's plenty of space to enjoy star $5 Happy Hour specials, visit the facebook event page to check out these specials. 2102458156
Creme Fiesta Medal

Thu., April 18, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Creme Coffee & Social

847 E. Ashby Place Suite 1115, San Antonio Downtown

$2

Fiesta

Kick off Fiesta season with a caffeinated bang + a medal special! Beginning today through April 28th, you can get the Creamery District medal for $2, when you purchase an iced coffee! 875 E. Ashby Place, Suite 1115. (210) 446-8399
TASTE OF THE REPUBLIC 2024

Thu., April 18, 5-9 p.m.

Jack Guenther Pavilion

210 W Market Street, San Antonio San Antonio

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$125

Fiesta

Taste of the Republic, the official culinary opening event of Fiesta, will take place Thursday, April 18 at the Briscoe Art Museum. Thirteen San Antonio chef's selected by Chef Brian West will create and serve their vision of Texas cuisine. Ticket holders will be able to sample dishes from all chefs. Each dish will be paired with a carefully selected wine and beer and cocktails will also be served. Tickets are $125 per person, with a portion of the sales going toward the San Antonio Fiesta Commission. The event runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Women & Whiskey with a Twist! Fling Featuring LALO Tequila

Thu., April 18, 6-9 p.m.

La Cantera Resort & Spa

16641 La Cantera Pkwy., San Antonio San Antonio

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$15-$20

Benefits

Always on the third Thursday, Women & Whiskey With A Twist! social hour is from 6 to 9 p.m. at Sire Bar, just off the main lobby at La Cantera Resort & Spa, located at 16641 La Cantera Parkway. Featured speakers will share history, distilling, marketing and little-known insights about the brand. Tickets are $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door, $2 from each ticket benefits Culinaria. Enjoy free tastings, lite bites and live entertainment. For tickets, visit: Women & Whiskey With A Twist! at http://www.LaCanteraResort.com. Tickets must be presented at the door, printed or on a mobile device. (210) 558-6500
Chris Cuevas Project

Thu., April 18, 6-9 p.m.

Krause's Biergarten & Café

148 S Castell Ave, New Braunfels New Braunfels

Free

Live Music

The Chris Cuevas Project is a high-energy blend of blues, funk and soul music from San Antonio, TX! Their original music has hints of Curtis Mayfield, James Brown, BB King and The Royal Jesters, just to name a few. Attending a Chris Cuevas Project show is like stepping into a roller coaster ride with the ups and downs and everything in between! (830) 625-2807
Etta Easton author of The Kiss Countdown

Thu., April 18, 6 p.m.

Nowhere Bookshop

5154 Broadway, San Antonio Alamo Heights

Free

Free

Join Nowhere Bookshop Thursday, April 18th at 6pm to celebrate the debut novel of local author Etta Easton! Etta will be joined in conversation by fellow author Gabriella Gamez. Don't miss out! (210) 640-7260

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