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Here are the top 7 things to do in San Antonio this weekend

1 week ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Paige Turner

More evidence that the San Antonio suburbs of Boerne and New Braunfels are hot destinations: They've collectively earned 10 accolades in the 2025 Texas Travel Awards. The awards were created by Austin Monthly and Texas Music publishers, and the winners are decided by a panel of five industry professional judges. The awards were split into two smaller groups: statewide best attractions and best attractions by population. The latter was further divided into market size: small/mid and big market.
8 flavor-filled foodie day trips just a short drive from San Antonio

1 week ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Katherine Stinson

More evidence that the San Antonio suburbs of Boerne and New Braunfels are hot destinations: They've collectively earned 10 accolades in the 2025 Texas Travel Awards. The awards were created by Austin Monthly and Texas Music publishers, and the winners are decided by a panel of five industry professional judges. The awards were split into two smaller groups: statewide best attractions and best attractions by population. The latter was further divided into market size: small/mid and big market.
8 flavor-filled foodie day trips just a short drive from San Antonio

1 week ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Katherine Stinson

Just in time for unbearable temperatures around San Antonio, the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has introduced a cooler glamping solution. Opened mid-May, the Ööd Mirror Houses are LCRA Parks' newest accommodations at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park, less than a two-hour drive from Alamo City. Operated by Cameron Ranch Glamping, these two luxury houses are tucked away in the park's Lost Pines region, surrounded by trees and miles of tranquility.
2 San Antonio companies earn spots on new Forbes Global 2000 list

1 week ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | John Egan

This may come as a surprise for many Texans, but the Lone Star State is far from being the most patriotic place in America, according to a new report. WalletHub's latest study ranking the "Most Patriotic States in America" for 2025 placed Texas near the bottom of the list as No. 45, marking a significant nine-place drop from its rank as the 36th most patriotic state in 2024.
San Antonio car buyers get instant metal plates with new Texas law

2 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Teresa Gubbins

A new state law will go into effect in Texas that makes it easier for car owners to get permanent metal license plates: The new law, House Bill 718, was actually passed by the 88th Legislature in 2023, but it goes into effect on July 1, 2025. It will allow car dealers to begin issuing metal license plates directly when they sell a car, whether it's new or used.
Splashy makeover turns Gruene hotel into chic riverside destination

2 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Brianna Caleri

After a two-year renovation and rebranding, Hacienda Del Rio Hotel and Bar has opened in Gruene, a historic district within New Braunfels. Formerly the Gruene Outpost River Lodge, the property along the Guadalupe River now has 48 renovated rooms, new outdoor sports like pickleball, and updated amenities at the pool. The River Lodge's previous aesthetic was DIY and rustic, but the new Hacienda Del Rio has a much more cosmopolitan, contemporary design.
Here are the top 7 things to do in San Antonio this weekend

2 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Paige Turner

San Antonio’s Tobin Center for the Performing Arts is urging locals to leave all their cares behind on November 1. On June 10, the downtown cultural hub revealed legendary disco hitmaker Chic as the headliner of its annual benefit concert.
Texas ranks No. 2 most at-risk state for power outages in summer 2025

2 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | John Egan

Victor Wembanyama is in China, and it's not all about vacation. The San Antonio Spurs star is in the midst of what's expected to be a 10-day stay at a Shaolin temple in Zhengzhou, China. The temple is a place that welcomes visitors who wish to study Chan meditation, Shaolin Kung Fu, traditional Chinese medicine and more. The NBA China office confirmed that Wembanyama is at the temple, and some Chinese media also confirmed his presence there with the temple itself.
6 billionaires & moguls with Texas ties are among biggest U.S. landowners

2 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | John Egan

Texas covers more than 260,000 square miles of land, equivalent to nearly 250 Rhode Islands. Put another way, the Lone Star State encompasses about 166.4 million acres, equivalent to more than 305,000 average Texas farms. Given those eye-popping figures, it shouldn’t be a shocker that about one-fourth of the country’s mega-owners of private land have ties to Texas, either living here or owning land here (or both).
Buzzy new indie flick shines spotlight on San Antonio movie scene

3 weeks ago | sanantonio.culturemap.com | Edmond Ortiz

A San Antonio native has debuted a new feature movie that puts the Alamo City and lots of local talent in front of the camera. Justin Rodriguez wrote and directed Only Here a Little Longer, a locally produced drama that premiered in late May at Brick at Blue Star Arts. The movie explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and home as it follows a young man, 18-year-old Sam Palacios, who is preparing to ship out to Vietnam.