Enjoy fun events this May at Market Square and La Villita
Published on May 04, 2023
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Historic Market Square on May 6 & 7!
SAN ANTONIO (May 4, 2023) — The City of San Antonio invites the community to visit Historic Market Square and La Villita Historic Arts Village this May for a wide variety of events.
Historic Market Square Events
Location: 514 W. Commerce Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
Directions
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
When: Saturday, May 6 & Sunday, May 7 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., FREE
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Market Square! Enjoy Market Square's food booths, working artists, specialty vendors, live entertainment, mariachi, and our first ever “Pinata Candy Drop!” Surprise Disney characters are also scheduled to make an appearance! For more information, please visit the Facebook event page.
Mother’s Day Celebration
When: Sunday, May 14, 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., FREE
We're celebrating Mother’s Day at Market Square! Enjoy Market Square's mariachi serenades, free florals, and a Mother’s Day prize giveaway! For more information, please visit the Market Square website.
Memorial Day Celebration
When: Saturday, May 27 & Sunday, May 28 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., FREE
Enjoy Market Square's family-friendly activities, working artists, food vendors, live entertainment, and a free remembrance cards. For more information, please visit the Market Square website.
La Villita Historic Arts Village Events
Location: 418 Villita St,
San Antonio, TX 78205
Directions
Lunch at La Villita
When: Thursday, May 11, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
On the second Thursday of each month, join us for a quick bite or relaxing lunch from several San Antonio food trucks, including the La Villita Cafe and Guadalajara Grill. Remember to make time before or after to stop by the boutiques and art galleries!
For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.
Danzas on the River
When: Sunday, May 28, 7 p.m., ticketed event
Sarita's Dance Studio will present their dance annual Memorial Day dance recital at La Villita’s Arneson River Theatre. For tickets, visit their website.
Lunch Break on Houston Street
Location: In front of the Majestic Theatre,
224 E Houston St,
San Antonio, TX 78205
Directions
When: Thursday, May 4 & 18, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch Break on Houston Street is back! Join us on the first and third Thursday of the month for food trucks and music in front of the Majestic Theatre!
For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.
Visitor Parking
Check out the City's SAPark website for easy, convenient, and affordable parking! A full list of City-owned garages, lots and meters can be found here. Downtown Tuesday offers free parking on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. in City-owned parking facilities, and City Tower Sundays offers free parking on Sundays from 7 a.m. to midnight at the City Tower Garage located at 117 W. Commerce.