Top 5 Events in San Antonio This Weekend (August 1–3, 2025)

by Christopher Beal

August is here, and San Antonio is turning up the heat not just in the weather, but in weekend fun! Whether you're new to town, visiting, or looking for fresh ways to enjoy your city, this is the perfect time to get out and explore. From live music and haunted history to artisan markets and jazz nights, here are the Top 5 events happening in San Antonio this weekend:

1. 🎶 Texas Strong: Heart of the Hill Country Benefit Concert
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📍 Power Gate at The Rim (formerly The Rustic)
🗓️ Friday, August 1 | Doors open 5PM
🎟️ Tickets available online

Kick off August with a bang! This outdoor benefit concert features Kodak Black, Austin Mahone, and more, all coming together to raise funds for Hill Country flood relief. Enjoy live music, great food, and an electric atmosphere as part of the Summer Nights at The Rim series.

👉 Perfect for: Music lovers, couples, and summer-night adventurers.

2. 👻 Ghost Bus Haunted Pub Crawl by Sisters Grimm
Sisters Grimm Ghost Tours | San Antonio Ghost Tours

📍 Downtown San Antonio & River Walk
🗓️ Friday–Saturday evenings
🎟️ Advance booking recommended

San Antonio’s haunted history meets nightlife fun. Climb aboard the themed party bus and hit the city’s spookiest hot spots with a side of craft cocktails and chilling stories. A ghostly good time perfect for warm August nights.

👉 Perfect for: Date nights, thrill seekers, and curious newcomers.

3. 🧺 Pearl District Farmers & Makers Market
Pearl Farmers Market: Ultimate guide to the San Antonio gem

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

📍 Historic Pearl, 303 Pearl Pkwy
🗓️ Friday–Sunday, 9AM–1PM
🎟️ Free entry

August in San Antonio means early mornings at the Pearl — where you can beat the heat, grab fresh produce, enjoy live music, and support local makers. Don’t miss Sternewirth Sessions with live jazz Friday and Saturday nights, or Sunday morning yoga at Pullman Market.

👉 Perfect for: Families, wellness lovers, and weekend wanderers.

4. 🤘 OzzFest Tribute Night at Paper Tiger

Paper Tiger to host free OzzFest show in San Antonio

📍 Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St
🗓️ Friday, August 1 | 7PM
🎟️ Free with RSVP

Start your August headbanging! Paper Tiger hosts a free tribute to OzzFest, with heavy-hitting covers of Ozzy, System of a Down, and more. Local DJs keep the energy high before and after the show.

👉 Perfect for: Rock fans and nostalgia lovers.

5. 🎷 Dave Koz & Friends – Summer Horns Tour at Majestic Theatre
Dave Koz - Concord

 

























📍 Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St

🗓️ Sunday, August 3 | Show at 7:30PM
🎟️ Tickets via Majestic Theatre

End your first weekend of August with class and smooth jazz at one of San Antonio’s most iconic venues. Enjoy legendary sax performances and summer-perfect vibes.

👉 Perfect for: Date night and music fans with refined taste.

🏡 August Is a Great Time to Explore San Antonio

If you're thinking about relocating, August is also a great time to house hunt while exploring everything San Antonio has to offer. I'm Christopher Beal — your local real estate expert and proud veteran. I help buyers, sellers, and military families make smart real estate moves across the San Antonio area.

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