Community Calendar

The legendary Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán returns to San Antonio for the 31st Annual Mariachi Extravaganza — the most anticipated mariachi music event of the year!

Their return continues a legacy that spans generations, inspiring young musicians and captivating audiences through breathtaking performances that define excellence in mariachi music.

A Historic Connection with San Antonio

Mariachi Vargas first performed in San Antonio in 1979 as part of the city’s inaugural mariachi music festival, which laid the groundwork for what would become a deep and lasting bond between the ensemble and this cultural capital of Texas.
In 1987, they recorded and toured with Linda Ronstadt on her groundbreaking Canciones de Mi Padre album — the best-selling non-English-language album in U.S. history, with over 2 million copies sold and certified double platinum. More recently, the group spent 18 intense months accompanying Luis Miguel on a world tour with 194 performances, and contributed to his México en la Piel and ¡México Por Siempre! albums.
Mariachi Vargas has performed in San Antonio almost every year since the start of the Mariachi Extravaganza in 1995. Their dedication to performance and cultural excellence makes them a cornerstone of the Mariachi Extravaganza experience.

Mariachi Vargas’ appearance at the Mariachi Extravaganza will be the highlight of a weekend that features the largest and most competitive national mariachi group and vocal competitions in the U.S.
Mariachi Vargas brings history, culture, tradition, and immense Mexican pride — and we cannot wait to welcome them back this December!

The 120th San Antonio Deutsche Weihnachtsfeier will take place on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 , at 5:30 p.m. at the Margarite B. Parker Chapel on the campus of Trinity University.
The Christmas story is told entirely in the German language using scripture, German Christmas poetry, prayers, choral and congregational singing, and instrumental music. Come and sing Stille Nacht, O Tannenbaum, and other Christmas carols in German! Words and music provided!
The Beethoven Maennerchor and the San Antonio Liederkranz choirs will perform. The celebration usually lasts 90 minutes.
Arrive early to be sure to find a good seat and to hear Dr. David Heller’s prelude on the magnificent chapel organ (begins at 5:00 p.m.).
The annual celebration is free, family-friendly, and open to the public.
The Weihnachtsfeier is organized by the San Antonio Deutsche Weihnachtsfeier Society.
More information at https://www.saweihnachtsfeier.org or email saweihnachtsfeier@gmail.com. Phone: 210-264 6749.

Powerhouse trio Yungyung Guo, Gold Medalist of the Gurwitz 2024 International Piano Competition; Scott Yoo, celebrated conductor and host of the acclaimed PBS series Now Hear This; and Bion Tsang, recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and Tchaikovsky Competition Bronze Medal, present a virtuosic program of classical favorites, including Mendelssohn’s piano solo and trio masterpieces.

Yennayer is the traditional New Year of the Amazigh (Berber) people, indigenous to North Africa, with cultural roots stretching back more than 3,000 years. It marks the beginning of the agricultural year and is celebrated with music, traditional foods, storytelling, and community gatherings. The holiday reflects values of renewal, unity, cultural identity, and peace. With a rapidly growing Amazigh community in San Antonio, this event represents progress in cultural visibility, diversity, and education. This event provides an opportunity for local residents to discover a culture that is still unfamiliar to many, while helping strengthen cultural exchange, inclusivity, and community engagement. We truly believe that adding Amazigh cultural representation to San Antonio is a positive and meaningful step that aligns with the city’s commitment to diversity. We also believe that this event offers residents of San Antonio an opportunity to learn about a culture that is still new to many.

Inspired by MBAW’s award-winning documentary “The Quilt”, this special concert brings together the San Antonio Gospel Heritage Choir (SAAACAM) and a lineup of distinguished artists to celebrate the rich legacy of African American music. As part of DreamWeek San Antonio, the performance highlights genres born from deep cultural history with soulful and powerful storytelling.