Upcoming Events in South Texas Plains

International Museum of Art and Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave.

In this exhibition, visitors discover how dinosaurs’ extraordinary story continues today—not as the giant “terrible lizards” of the past, but as the feathered, winged birds both on land and in the sky we know today.

theimasonline.org/dinosaurs-among-us

Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St.

One of the premier Western art events in the world, “Night of Artists” is an invitational art exhibition that includes the viewing and sale of new works of painting, sculpture, and mixed media by today’s leading contemporary Western artists.

briscoemuseum.org/noa2025

Presidio La Bahia State Historic Site, 217 Loop 71

The 39th annual event features a reenactment of the battle of Coleto Creek, which took place 10 miles east of Presidio La Bahia when Col. Fannin’s command was ordered to retreat and join with the main body of Texas troops under Gen. Sam Houston. Visitors can walk through reenactor camps, visit other historic sites, and wander the grounds of Presidio La Bahia. Saturday offers a nighttime candlelight tour.

thc.texas.gov/events/39th-annual-goliad-massacre-and-living-history-program

Strawberry Festival grounds, 9199 SH 16 North

Held annually in April, the festival features concerts with nationally known Western and Tejano music stars, regional bands, gunslingers, a carnival, various contests, and rodeo performances. Located in the heart of the Artesian Belt, Poteet is recognized as the Strawberry Capital of Texas.

strawberryfestival.com

Various locations

Fiesta San Antonio started in 1891 as a one-parade event to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. Today, Fiesta is one of this nation’s premier festivals, with more than 100 local nonprofit organizations orchestrating festivities and raising funds that support the community throughout the year.

fiestasanantonio.org

San Antonio Riverwalk, 909 NE Loop 410, Suite 903

The San Antonio River comes alive with music, festivities, and vibrant floats for the 80th annual Texas Cavaliers River Parade. This one-of-a-kind parade started in 1941 after a group of Texas Cavaliers witnessed boats and barges decorated with flowers in the “floating gardens” of Mexico City. Today, the parade attracts more than 250,000 spectators, and all the proceeds go to local children’s charities.

texascavaliers.org

Helotes Cornyval grounds, 12210 Leslie Road

This annual event features a carnival and midway with rides, games, food, and attractions; corn-eating contests; chicken bingo; racing pigs; a cornhole tournament; and a PRCA rodeo.

cornyval.org

Magik Theatre, 420 S. Alamo St.

Join siblings Sam and Kris on a family-friendly adventure as they stumble upon their dad’s pillow fort-turned-magical portal into the realm of “Lotería,” where their father is unexpectedly trapped. This bilingual production ensures that both English and Spanish speakers can enjoy the adventure.

magiktheatre.org/loteria-game-on

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle

The YOSA Philharmonic Orchestra’s season finale, “Firebird Dance,” is a celebration of lively dance traditions and powerful storytelling. The evening culminates in Stravinsky’s “The Firebird,” a fairytale ballet based on Russian folklore, featuring the remarkable young dancers of San Antonio Youth Ballet.

music.yosa.org/firebird

Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St.

The oldest outdoor dance performance of its kind in the United States, Fiesta Noche del Rio, Spanish for “Party Night on the River,” is a musical variety show of authentic Mexican, Spanish, and Texas songs and dances performed by local professionals. San Antonio’s annual iconic cultural performance, full of colorfully costumed dancers and rich, lush sounds, brings to life the deep roots that make San Antonio a special place for love and life. The audience is seated on tiered grass seats across the river from the stage, located in La Villita, the Little Spanish Village of the city.

fiestanochesa.com

McAllen Convention Center, Oval Park, 700 Convention Center Blvd.

Taste McAllen is South Texas’ premier food festival, offering guests the opportunity to savor signature dishes from over 24 local chefs, highly-rated food trucks, and both independent and chain restaurants unique to the region.

mcallenchamber.com/taste-mcallen

City Park, 222 San Antonio Road

This small-town event grows each year with a headlining country artist and a parade.

visitlaverniatx.com