Enjoy fun events this September at Market Square and La Villita!
Published on August 31, 2023
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at Historic Market Square on September 2 & 3.
SAN ANTONIO (August 7, 2023) — The City of San Antonio invites the community to visit Historic Market Square and La Villita Historic Arts Village this September for a wide variety of events.
La Villita Historic Arts Village Events
Location: 418 Villita St,
San Antonio, TX 78205
Directions
Lunch at La Villita
When: Thursday, September 14, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
On the second Thursday of each month, join us for lunch from several San Antonio food trucks, as well as La Villita Café and Guadalajara Grill. Remember to make time before or after to browse our boutiques and art galleries! For more information, please visit the Facebook event page.
Rey Feo River Parade for Education
When: Saturday, September 23, 7:30 p.m., FREE
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, enjoy the day with superheroes as Rey Feo launches its very own Rey Feo River Parade for Education at the Arneson River Theatre. For more information, visit the event website.
Ballet Folklorico Festival
When: Sunday, September 24, 6:30 p.m., ticketed event
Celebrate the 30thannual Ballet Folklorico Festival at the Arneson River Theatre. For more information, please visit the Ballet Folklorico Festival Facebook page.
Mehregan Persian Autumn Festival 2023
When: Saturday, September 30, 3-6 p.m., FREE
The Mehr Foundation presents the Mehregan Persian Autumn Festival 2023 at La Villita Historic Arts Village. Celebrate with live music and dance performances, food, art, and a vendor market. For more information, please visit the event page.
Historic Market Square Events
Location: 514 W. Commerce Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
Directions
Market Square Labor Day Weekend Celebration
Saturday, September 2 & Sunday, September 3, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., FREE
Celebrate Labor Day at Historic Market Square! This family-friendly event features live entertainment, food, artisan vendors, kids' games, and much more! City of San Antonio first responders will be making a visit and teaching the importance of safety to children and their families. Head over to our new recreation area, The Pass, for our ‘chalk-it-up’ area where families can show off their artistic talents! The Pass is a family-friendly recreation area that includes a basketball court, ping pong tables, swing chairs and tables, murals, and more. For more information, please visit the Facebook event page.
El Grito Cultural Program and Civic Ceremony
When: Friday, September 15, 6-9 p.m., FREE
Held by the Consulate General of Mexico, the annual celebration of the Independence of Mexico takes place in the streets of San Antonio outside Historic Market Square. The highlight of this musical, gastronomic and civic celebration is the historical re-enactment of Mexico’s call for independence from Spain. Activities include live Mexican music, folklorico dancers, as well as food and craft vendors. For more information, please visit the event website.
Diez y Seis Fiestas Patrias at Market Square
When: Saturday, September 16, 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. & Sunday, September 17, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., FREE
Join the League of United Latin American Citizens Council 648 and their partners La Familia Cortez and Univision as they host a fun filled weekend of the Diez y Seis Fiestas Patrias Celebration. Fiestas Patrias will include international and local entertainment as well as great mariachi and ballet folklorico groups. Delicious antojitos will be available with various food vendors as well as cultural artisans selling handmade products. For more information, please visit the event website.
Market Square Weekend Programming
When: Every weekend in September, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., FREE
Enjoy music, working artists, and food booths at Market Square every weekend! For more information, please visit the Market Square event page.
Lunch Break on Houston Street
Location: In front of the Majestic Theatre,
224 E. Houston Street,
San Antonio, TX 78207
Directions
When: Thursday, September 7 & 21, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us on the first and third Thursday of the month for Lunch Break on Houston Street with food trucks and music in front of the Majestic Theatre! For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.
Visitor Parking
Check out the City's 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.