San Antonio
Grupo Duelo
The Mexican Norteño band will perform at the Boeing Center at Tech Port as part of their Evítame La Pena tour.
- Sept. 27, 8 p.m.
- $109
- Boeing Center at Tech Port
- www.boeingcentertechport.com
Owl Creek Farms will open their pumpkin patch to the public this weekend. The patch will offer hayrides, pony rides, face painting, photo ops and more. The pumpkin patch will run until Nov. 3.
- Sept. 28, 9-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Owl Creek Farms, 12355 Military Drive, San Antonio
- www.facebook.com/Owlcreekfarmsanantonio
Be Kind & Rewind will be hosting a spooky dance party in their Halloween-themed section inside the bar. Attendees can expect horror-themed drinks, photo ops and more. Costumes are encouraged.
- Sept. 27-29, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
- Free (admission)
- Be Kind & Rewind, 115 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio
- www.facebook.com/bekindandrewindsa
The two-day festival will feature artists Patrice Rushen, Dirty River Orchestra, United States Air Force Band of the West, Nina and the Gypsies, St. Mary’s University Jazz Orchestra and other artists at Civic Park at Hemisfair.
- Sept. 27, 4-11 p.m.; Sept. 28, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
- Free (general admission)
- Civic Park at Hemisfair, 630 E. Nueva St., San Antonio
- www.saparks.org/event/jazzsalive
The anime and food festival will feature over 100 food and anime vendors at Wonderland of the Americas. Attendees can expect Filipino food, Japanese street food, boba tea and noodles. The festival will also feature performances, cosplay, sumo wrestling and more.
- Sept. 28, noon-10 p.m.; Sept. 29, noon-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Wonderland of the Americas, 4522 Fredericksburg Road, Balcones Heights
- www.facebook.com/otakufoodfestival
The Market at Shavano Park is held every Sunday and welcomes guests to shop handmade artisanal items, food, art, soaps and more from local vendors.
- Sept. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- 900 Saddletree Ct., San Antonio
- www.facebook.com/themarketatshavanopark
RE/MAX Skylight Balloon Festival
Hot air balloons will fill the skies of Selma with the return of the RE/MAX Skylight Balloon Fest. The festival will feature local vendors, food trucks, live music from The Spazmatics, a family fun zone, acrobatic show, hot air balloons and more. Due to limited seating, guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets to enjoy the event. A balloon launch will be held at 8 a.m. Sept. 28.
- Sept. 27, 5-9 p.m.; Sept. 29, 7-9 a.m. and 2-9 p.m.
- $11 (adults 12 and older), $5.50 (children 3-11)
- Real Life Center, 16765 Lookout Road, Selma
- www.skylightballoonfest.com
Ghoulish Books hosts a free movie screening every month. The movie title is kept secret until showtime. The bookstore also sells snacks and drinks.
- Sept. 28, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Ghoulish Books, 9330 Corporate Drive., Ste. 702, Selma
- www.ghoulish.rip
Comal County Fair & Rodeo
The 131st annual Comal County Fair & Rodeo will feature multiple events including a barbecue cook-off, food vendors, commercial exhibits and a livestock show. Classic fair attractions, including carnival rides and a rodeo will also take place. The parade will occur Sept. 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in downtown New Braunfels.
- Sept. 25-29, times vary
- $5 (children), $10-$15 (adults)
- 701 E. Common St., New Braunfels
- www.comalcountyfair.org
Attendees can get ready for the holiday season by shopping from vendors at the Hollydays Market. Santa will be at the market, and a photo booth will also be available for holiday-themed photos.
- Sept. 26, noon-6 p.m.; Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sept. 28, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sept. 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- $6-$30
- New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
- www.homefortheholidaysgiftmarket.com
