Amber Esparza, Author at San Antonio Current

Arts

Actor and comedian Ronny Chieng is bringing his Love to Hate It Tour to San Antonio Saturday

With three Netflix-backed comedy specials under his belt in addition to the new tour, it’s clear Chieng has no intention of letting his standup skills get rusty.

by Amber Esparza May 1, 2024July 31, 2025

With three Netflix-backed comedy specials under his belt in addition to the new tour, it’s clear Chieng has no intention of letting his standup skills get rusty.

Arts

It’s chicken on a stick season! Fiesta San Antonio returns for its 2024 citywide bash

This year, Fiesta runs April 18-28.

by Amber Esparza April 16, 2024July 2, 2025

Arts

San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre offer a San Antonio-style take on Shakespeare

Debuting April 9, Midsummer Sueño puts a South Texas twist on A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

by Amber Esparza April 5, 2024May 13, 2025

Arts

Bud Light St. Patrick’s River Parades & Celebration will paint the River Walk green this weekend

The free and family-friendly event will include three chances to see the annual dyeing of the river green throughout the weekend.

by Amber Esparza March 11, 2024March 16, 2025

Arts

San Antonio African American Book Festival returns for fifth year

The family-friendly event is held annually on the last Saturday of Black History Month.

by Amber Esparza February 22, 2024June 24, 2025

Arts

San Antonio’s annual Mardi Gras fest brings parades, live music and more to the River Walk Saturday

The Bud Light Mardi Gras River Parade & Celebration will be held at the Museum Reach and downtown stretches of the River Walk, as well as the Arneson River Theatre.

by Amber Esparza February 7, 2024February 25, 2025

These San Antonio bars and restaurants are offering Valentine’s Day eats and treats

Couples looking to celebrate can grab dinner reservations or amp things up with special events including a murder mystery party.

by Amber Esparza February 2, 2024May 11, 2025

San Antonio-born Church’s Chicken featured on new Hulu series about hot peppers

The 10-part documentary series Superhot is now available to stream on Hulu.

by Amber Esparza January 27, 2024August 1, 2025

Texas’ Blue Bell Ice Cream releases new cinnamon bun-inspired flavor

The new flavor is now available for a limited time in pint and half-gallon sizes.

by Amber Esparza January 25, 2024August 8, 2024

Burger Boy opens seventh San Antonio store on city’s South Side

The first 10 customers to visit the latest location will receive $50 gift cards.

by Amber Esparza January 24, 2024June 10, 2025

Arts

MLK Jr. March and Celebration to bring thousands of marchers to San Antonio’s East Side Jan. 15

The federal holiday and annual celebration falls on Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday this year.

by Amber Esparza January 9, 2024January 21, 2025

These San Antonio bars and restaurants are celebrating the new year in style

Some local spots will offer fireworks views and champagne New Year’s Eve, followed by brunch specials the next day.

by Amber Esparza December 22, 2023August 1, 2025

Decadent holiday fest Dulce returns to San Antonio’s DoSeum Friday

The adult-only celebration offers an assortment of delectable food, drink and entertainment while also supporting the nonprofit museum.

by Amber Esparza December 13, 2023December 15, 2024

News

San Antonio Zoo to expand savanna habitat, add elevated walkway and rentable lodge

The expansion allows for a 126% increase in habitat space for the zoo’s grassland creatures.

by Amber Esparza December 11, 2023February 7, 2025

Little Bites: Lobster Fest part deux, Smashin’ Crab making San Antonio food news

Up Scale’s new menu and BOGO coffee deals from 7 Brew are also on offer.

by Nina Rangel and Amber Esparza December 8, 2023May 9, 2025

Arts

Teatro Audaz presents Texas premiere of holiday-themed play It’s a Wonderful Vida

Set in Corpus Christi’s Molina neighborhood, the play follows the immigrant Pacheco family, whose holiday experience veers beyond the ordinary.

by Amber Esparza December 4, 2023November 28, 2024

San Antonio Spurs team up with Humble House Foods for special edition hot sauce

The hot sauce is now available for $10 a bottle at the Spurs Fan Shop in the Frost Bank Center.

by Amber Esparza December 1, 2023July 21, 2025

Arts

Four San Antonio-area farms where you can cut down your own Christmas tree

Fortunately, the farms offer saws to patrons, so there’s no need to worry about uprooting the entire tree like The Griswolds.

by Amber Esparza November 22, 2023July 17, 2025

Dorćol Distilling’s Brandy Alexander Tour returns to San Antonio, expands to Austin for its ninth year

The local distillery is also celebrating its tenth anniversary.

by Amber Esparza November 21, 2023July 17, 2025

Little Bites: Christmas celebrations at Piatti, Copa Wine Bar making San Antonio food news

Holiday pop-up bars at The Esquire Tavern and Hugman’s Oasis are also on the menu.

by Amber Esparza November 17, 2023May 9, 2025