Activities marking Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby are the highlights of events happening around San Antonio during the first full weekend of May.
May 6
The Arbor Park Pop-Up Market features local artisans and vendors selling homemade apparel, accessories, home decor, food and more in an outdoor market at the Village at Stone Oak retail center. 4-9 p.m. Free (admission). 22610 N. US 281. www.facebook.com/Arborparkpopupmarket/
May 6
Los Patios, a dining and retail destination, debuts its First Friday Night Market, a certified farmers market that will become a regular event on the first Friday of each month. Local vendors scheduled to take part in this new farmers market are Gardopia Gardens, Rooster Crow Baking Co., Just for Paws, 210 Blends, RiceRise, Ancient Heirloom Grains, Special Leaf, Farm Yoga and Farm Yoga Rain Water, Deep River Specialty Foods, Honey & Pickle, San Antonio Micro Greens, STXBBQ, Alamo City Kettle Corn, Spread the Loaves and Robert Brews. Los Patios will also offer a free family-friendly screening of the movie “Sing 2” with food and games. Bring a chair or blanket. Interested vendors for future markets can email [email protected] for details. Farmers market 4-7 p.m.; movie screening begins at 6 p.m. Free (admission and parking). 2015 N. Loop 410 E. www.facebook.com/LosPatiosTX
May 6
The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio presents the debut performance of “Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp,” based on one of the most famous folktales from “The Book of One Thousand and One Nights.” Set against the mystical background of the Arabian city of Agrabah, the ballet tells the story of Aladdin and how his quest for self-discovery becomes an adventure in true love. The show will feature a combination of the classic Disney orchestral scores familiar to fans of the movie “Aladdin” as well as original live scores created specifically for the CBSA by local French Lebanese composer Gabriel Nohra. 7 p.m. (May 6); 2 p.m., 7 p.m. (May 7). $45. Majestic Theater, 224 E. Houston St. www.childrensballetofsanantonio.org/productions-and-events
May 7
The Hollywood Park Community Association presents Jazz in the Park, featuring performances by jazz bands from Churchill and MacArthur high schools and Bradley Middle School. Bring a chair or blanket. 10 a.m.-noon. Free (admission); cash or food in-kind donations accepted to benefit the school music programs. Voigt Park, 701 El Portal Drive, Hollywood Park. www.hpcatx.com
May 7
San Antonio’s Office of Historic Preservation will hold the 13th annual historic homeowner fair, connecting owners and occupants of aging homes with local professionals and services. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. TriPoint Event Center, 3233 N. St. Mary’s St. 210-207-0035. www.sarehabberclub.com/hhf
May 7
Signature Restaurant will celebrate the Kentucky Derby with a prix fixe brunch menu. Diners are invited to wear a derby hat or a bow tie and enjoy a complimentary mint julep. A portion of sales will benefit the local nonprofit Culinary. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $60 per person. La Cantera Resort & Spa, 16401 La Cantera Parkway. 210-247-0176. www.lacanteraresort.com
May 7
The bar Amor Eterno is teaming up with Sweetens Cove, Peyton Manning and Andy Roddick's bourbon brand, to offer a Kentucky Derby-themed party with mint juleps, red roses, fancy hats and a viewing of horse races leading up to the derby. The party will also mark Sweetens Cove’s recent launch of Kennessee, a toasted blend of Kentucky and Tennessee bourbons. There will be prizes for best-dressed man, woman and couple. 3-9 p.m. Free (admission). 504 S. Presa St. www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067528883224
May 7-8
Market Square celebrates Cinco de Mayo with folklorico dance performances, mariachis and classic cars alongside food vendors, working artists and live music. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 7 and 8. Free (admission). 514 W. Commerce St. www.facebook.com/events/1323912848092160
May 8
Tributary restaurant will offer a locally sourced Mother's Day brunch. Guests may enjoy a variety of curated brunch selections, including signature brunch cocktails, handbaked goods and shareable plates. Reservations can be made, and complimentary self-parking is available. Noon-3 p.m. Free (admission). 101 Bowie St. 210-223-1000. www.tributarysa.com/reservations
May 8
Youth Orchestras of San Antonio presents a concert, featuring performances of Verdi’s "Nabucco Overture" and Rimsky-Korsakov’s "Scheherazade." 7 p.m. $5-$27 per person. Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle. www.tobincenter.org/box-office/2022-05/scheherazade
May 8
The Heart of Texas Concert Band performs a Mother’s Day concert, featuring Ravel’s “Bolero” and Veen’s “My Fair Lady.” 3 p.m. Free. Davenport High School, 23255 FM 3009 near Garden Ridge. http://HTxCB.org
May 9
The San Antonio Chordsmen, a mixed chorus and member of the Barbershop Harmony Society, holds rehearsals at 7 p.m. every Monday. Free. Emerald Oaks Resort Retirement Community, 20302 Bulverde Road. Carole Carmichael, 210-632-6932, [email protected]
May 11
Copa Wine Bar and Tasting Room hosts its monthly wine tasting where guests may sample six wines from across the world for $25. Beer pairings are also available for the event in place of wine. To pair, the restaurant will offer sausage and cheese arancini for an additional cost. 5-9 p.m. Free (admission). 19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Ste. 704. 210- 495-2672. www.thecopawinebar.com/wine-dine
