San Antonio native Vincent Valdez’s MacArthur Fellowship reflects his innovative and unflinching vision

Valdez recently landed a MacArthur ‘genius grant,’ which includes $800,000 in unrestricted funds paid out over five years.

by Anjali Gupta October 20, 2026October 20, 2026

Valdez recently landed a MacArthur ‘genius grant,’ which includes $800,000 in unrestricted funds paid out over five years.

Things to Do

Forum at Mexican Cultural Institute San Antonio will explore Mexican American identity

The free program this Saturday will feature scholars, artists, journalists, cultural leaders and advocates from both sides of the border.

by Kat McKinney October 2, 2026October 2, 2026

Things to Do

Cactus Tate talks comedy, massive TikTok following ahead of San Antonio show

The Houston-based stand-up will perform a sold-out show at LOL Comedy Club on Sunday, Sept. 27.

by Kiko Martinez September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

Texas News

Texas A&M drag ban cases before federal judges after conflicting rulings

Student groups in two cases concerning drag performances on Texas A&M System campus venues argue the bans violate First Amendment protections.

by Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

Things to Do

‘Generative Disruptions’ reframes feminist art at San Antonio’s Ruby City

The expansive new exhibit, which opens Saturday, Sept. 26, includes 33 artists whose work explores body, identity, gender, power, belonging and more.

by Kat McKinney September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

San Antonio drag performer Papi Culo competes in second season of King of Drag

Season 2 of King of Drag premieres at 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, on Revry, a global LGBTQ+ streaming network.

by Kiko Martinez September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

Arts Stories & Interviews

San Antonio artists push back at Project Marvel during councilwoman’s roundtable

Concerns over equity, gentrification and cultural authenticity dominated a gathering of artists convened to discuss the proposed downtown sports district.

by Kat McKinney July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

Arts Stories & Interviews

Blind standup who hit big on Kill Tony talks comedy ahead of San Antonio show

Austin resident Chris Silio is performing as part of a comedy bill at the San Antonio Aquarium on Friday, June 19.

by Kiko Martinez June 17, 2026June 17, 2026

Things to Do

Stormy Daniels talks comedy, threats and mushrooms ahead of comedy tour stop in San Antonio

The former adult-film actress tied to hush-money payments from Donald Trump will bring her act to Woodlawn Comedy on Friday. She ends her shows with an audience Q&A.

by Marcelo Garza June 9, 2026June 9, 2026

"The South Side is like this beautiful cactus," Christina Martinez said. "We’re going to survive in all seasons — the heat, the cold, ice, rain."

Flavor

Cooking up Conversation: Cristina Martinez of ‘one-stop Chicana shop’ Very That

Martinez’s business creates fun housewares, gifts and accessories that celebrate San Antonio’s colorful Latina culture.

by Katherine Stinson June 1, 2026June 1, 2026

Paula Poundstone hosts a weekly podcast and also is a regular panelist on NPR’s Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me.

Arts

Comedian Paula Poundstone talks about surviving America’s daily political ‘firehose’

Poundstone will perform a stand-up show Saturday, May 30, at San Antonio’s Tobin Center for the Performing Arts.

by Marcelo Garza May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

You Better Walk's gatherings have attracted as many as 300 people at one time.

Sports & Recreation

San Antonio LGBTQ+ walking club builds community and promotes wellness

Burlesque performer Jasper St. James formed the You Better Walk club, and it’s continued to grow while building common ground.

by Bryan Rindfuss May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Things to Do

All the amazing culture we saw at Esperanza’s 17th Annual Paseo por el Westside

Roughly a thousand people visited the Rinconcita de Esperanza to celebrate the unique culture of San Antonio’s West Side.

by Samara Gerstle May 10, 2026May 14, 2026

“San Antonio, unfortunately, had to bear the brunt of my film schedule,” Fortune Feimster told the Current.

Things to Do

Comedian Fortune Feimster talks laughs, logistics ahead of stop in San Antonio

The stand-up and actor’s Takin’ Care of Biscuits tour hits the Empire Theatre stage on Friday, April 17.

by Kiko Martinez April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

Pianist Daniela Liebman performs with the San Antonio Philharmonic last year.

Classical Music

San Antonio Philharmonic cancels remainder of season’s concerts after departure of musical director

In recent weeks, the orchestra has also lost the venue it once billed as its permanent home and canceled several other performances.

by Sanford Nowlin February 16, 2026February 17, 2026

San Antonio News

Report: Socialites of San Antonio reality show keeps touting plans despite lack of investment

Even though an anonymous investor reportedly pulled $80,000 in funding from the TV program, it’s director keeps promoting it on TikTok.

by Michael Karlis February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

Luminaria is taking applications to find the 200 or so artists who will display work at its latest installment.

Arts Stories & Interviews

San Antonio’s Luminaria 2026 accepting applications from artists

The annual nighttime arts festival is looking for 200 creators to display work at its November installment.

by Samara GerstleFebruary 7, 2026February 7, 2026

Participants take part in a Guadalupe table reading.

Arts Stories & Interviews

Guadalupe Cultural Arts seeking play submissions for reading series

The series allows Texas playwrights to test out their work and receive constructive criticism via a well-rehearsed open stage reading.

by Anjali Gupta January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Arts Stories & Interviews

Citing financial strain, San Antonio Philharmonic scraps two more scheduled performances

A new legal filing by the Scottish Rite also alleges the orchestra failed to finance repairs to the building in which it staged concerts for months.

by Sanford Nowlin January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Vincent Valdez is known for large-scale paintings that take on issues of social justice, identity and neglected historical narratives.

Arts Stories & Interviews

Alamo Colleges names Vincent Valdez as first Artist-in-Residence

San Antonio-born Valdez is known for his large-scale — and often cinematic — paintings that explore social justice and identity.

by Sanford Nowlin December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

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Arts Stories & Interviews

San Antonio native Vincent Valdez’s MacArthur Fellowship reflects his innovative and unflinching vision

Forum at Mexican Cultural Institute San Antonio will explore Mexican American identity

Cactus Tate talks comedy, massive TikTok following ahead of San Antonio show

Texas A&M drag ban cases before federal judges after conflicting rulings

‘Generative Disruptions’ reframes feminist art at San Antonio’s Ruby City

San Antonio drag performer Papi Culo competes in second season of King of Drag

San Antonio artists push back at Project Marvel during councilwoman’s roundtable

Blind standup who hit big on Kill Tony talks comedy ahead of San Antonio show

Stormy Daniels talks comedy, threats and mushrooms ahead of comedy tour stop in San Antonio

Cooking up Conversation: Cristina Martinez of ‘one-stop Chicana shop’ Very That

Comedian Paula Poundstone talks about surviving America’s daily political ‘firehose’

San Antonio LGBTQ+ walking club builds community and promotes wellness

All the amazing culture we saw at Esperanza’s 17th Annual Paseo por el Westside

Comedian Fortune Feimster talks laughs, logistics ahead of stop in San Antonio

San Antonio Philharmonic cancels remainder of season’s concerts after departure of musical director

Report: Socialites of San Antonio reality show keeps touting plans despite lack of investment

San Antonio’s Luminaria 2026 accepting applications from artists

Guadalupe Cultural Arts seeking play submissions for reading series

Citing financial strain, San Antonio Philharmonic scraps two more scheduled performances

Alamo Colleges names Vincent Valdez as first Artist-in-Residence

Everyone we saw having a blast at the San Antonio Beer Festival 2026

San Antonio-area pumpkin patches and corn mazes to check out for fall 2026

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