From community volunteering to a tailgate party, check out these 12 events going down around San Antonio this weekend.

This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change.

Boerne - Fair Oaks Ranch

Grand Magic Show

Enjoy dinner and watch magician John O’Bryant perform his extensive illusory routine at this scenic location in Boerne.
  • Sept. 12, 5 p.m.
  • $46
  • Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort, 1 Resort Way, Boerne
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Second Saturday Volunteering


Head to the Cibolo Nature Center to help maintain its gardens, earn volunteer hours and learn more about gardening and nature.New Braunfels

Das Fest! — September Tailgate Party

The New Braunfels Conservation Society is hosting a “September Tailgating” themed party. Attendees are welcome to wear their favorite college team’s jersey. There will be live music, dancing and grilled cuisine.Donny Edwards: Tribute to the King

An internationally recognized Elvis tribute artist will be performing at the Brauntex Theatre. Catch his renditions of classic Elvis songs and dances.
  • Sept. 13, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
  • $40-$60 (tickets)
  • 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels
  • www.brauntex.org
Gruene 10K/5K


Hit the tarmac and race through the Gruene Historic District and finish at the storied Gruene Hall with a celebration.New Braunfels Gun Show 2025

See a selection of guns and ammunition and meet hundreds of vendors, sellers and other enthusiasts at the New Braunfels Civic Center.
  • Sept. 13-14, times vary
  • $10 (admission); children 11 and under are free
  • Civic Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
  • www.premiergunshows.com
To the Moon and Back

This event is part of the Headwaters at the Comal monthly Science, Engineering, Art and Math Series. The program is for students in kindergarten to third grade to learn about the trials and tribulations of sending a manned mission to the moon. Participants will design a carrier to safely land an egg on the moon.
Help volunteer at the Cibolo Nature Center this weekend in Boerne. (Courtesy The Cibolo Center for Conservation)
Volunteer at the Cibolo Nature Center this weekend in Boerne. (Courtesy The Cibolo Center for Conservation)
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Selma Fire Department Citizens Fire Academy


Participants will learn essential fire safety skills from professional firefighters. The academy will provide weekly hands-on training, including live fire extinguisher training, driving a fire truck and CPR certification. The CPR certification will be held Sept. 27.
  • Sept. 11; 6-9 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Selma Fire Department, 9375 Corporate Drive, Selma
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Discover a Bug’s World

This event, part of Crescent Bend Nature Park's Nature Discovery Series, is for school-aged children to learn more about the world around them. Attendees can learn more about the environment, insects and conservation from Texas Master Naturalists.
  • Sept. 13, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Crescent Bend Nature Park, 12780 W. Schaefer Road, Cibolo
  • www.schertz.com
Back in Black (AC/DC Tribute Band)

This event will include drinks, food and a live performance by an AC/DC tribute band. Afterwards, there will be a DJ playing the best of country and top-40 dance music.North San Antonio

Evening Bat Flights


Watch some of the last bat flights of the season at the Bracken Cave Preserve. Participants will be able to see the largest colony of bats in the world at full flight just before the sun goes down at the cave. Preregistration is required.
  • Sept. 12, 7 p.m.
  • $32.55 (admission)
  • 7515 Bracken Cave Road, San Antonio
  • www.batcon.org
One in a Million 5K

Race this 5K at McAllister Park to support research and efforts to fight appendix cancer. Proceeds from race registration will go directly toward nonprofits supporting the cause.