Community Calendar

The San Antonio Art League + Museum will open its 96th Annual Juried Art Exhibition on Sunday, April 12, 2026, with a public reception and awards ceremony from 3–5 PM. The exhibition remains on view through June 12, 2026.

Selected from more than 500 submissions from across Texas, this year’s exhibition reflects the breadth and vitality of contemporary practice. More than $14,000 in awards will be presented at the opening reception.

Museum Hours: 10 am–3 pm Tue–Sat. Admission is FREE.

Bug Club

If you like learning about the bugs in your neighborhood this club is the right fit for you! Join us at Medina River Natural Area for a fun time learning about local insects who live in a world of giants. Every month Medina River Natural to highlight a different species of insects will host this meet up twice a month on both a weekend and weekday. Each month bug enthusiast will be able to learn more about the world we share with little creatures called insects, expand their knowledge, and earn a unique bug badge to show off their expanding appreciation for our local bug residents.

April Theme: Cochineal

Club de Entusiastas de los Insectos

Si te gusta aprender sobre los insectos de tu vecindario, ¡este club es ideal para ti! Únase a nosotros en el Área Natural del Río Medina para pasar un rato divertido aprendiendo sobre los insectos locales que viven en un mundo de gigantes. Cada mes, el Área Natural del Río Medina, resaltar una especie diferente de insectos, organizará esta reunión dos veces al mes, tanto en fin de semana como entre semana. Cada mes, los entusiastas de los insectos podrán aprender más sobre el mundo que compartimos con pequeñas criaturas llamadas insectos, ampliar sus conocimientos y ganar una insignia de insecto única para mostrar su creciente aprecio por nuestros insectos residentes locales.

Tema de abril: Cochinilla

Questions?¿Preguntas?
Contact Rubi Jaimes Education Coordinator 210-207-3103, Rubi.Jaimes@sanantonio.gov

Artpace's Spring 2026 International Artist-in-Residence Exhibitions are on view now until July 19, 2026. Visit three new exhibitions at Artpace this season: Hydra by Violette Bule, Hauntology of Their Labor by Mel Chin, and trăng trắng | milk moon by Việt Lê.

Experience Broadway musical entertainment in San Antonio like never before: walk into the Little Shop of Horrors presented by UT San Antonio's brand-new Dramatic Arts Program!

Experience Broadway musical entertainment in San Antonio like never before: walk into the Little Shop of Horrors presented by UT San Antonio's brand-new Dramatic Arts Program!

📸 Discover. Capture. Share the Beauty of the River Basin.
From flowing creeks and rivers to native plants, wildlife, and outdoor adventures, the San Antonio River Basin is full of photo-worthy moments. Show us your unique perspective in the 9th Annual River Clicks Photo Contest!

🌟 This year’s Special Category highlights Student photographers, celebrating the creativity and unique perspectives of our community’s youth. With continued growth in student participation over the years, the San Antonio River Authority is proud to recognize and encourage young photographers through this featured category.

🌿 The San Antonio River Authority invites you to explore the natural beauty of the entire San Antonio River Basin and share your photos with us!

Photo Categories:
🌊 Creeks & Rivers
🦃 Animals (native wildlife)
🌿 Plants (native vegetation)
🐞 Insects & Pollinators
🏃‍➡️ Recreation
😸 Pets
🍁 Seasonal Variation
⭐ Special Category - Student Category (under 18)

Photos must be taken within Bexar, Wilson, Karnes, or Goliad County.
Winners will be announced prior to a reception at the Witte Museum in Fall 2026. More details will be given to all finalists.

📷 Limit: 1 photo per category.
👨‍👩‍👧 Student entries require parent/guardian consent and a waiver.
📅 The contest is open March 1st - May 31st
🔗 www.sariverauthority.org/photocontest/

The Sierra Club Alamo Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of most months (excludes November and December) to discuss timely and interesting topics pertaining to the natural and human environments. Always free and open to the public.

Meetings generally consist of a meet-and-greet followed by a presentation by an invited speaker, with discussion. For more information, visit https://www.sierraclub.org/texas/alamo

Our April 21st monthly meeting will feature readings of eco-poetry ‒ poetry in defense of nature ‒ by several local poets. Come and be inspired!

Doors open at 6:00 pm. Program begins at 6:30 pm.

Always free and open to the public, held on the 3rd Tuesday of most months.

Experience Broadway musical entertainment in San Antonio like never before: walk into the Little Shop of Horrors presented by UT San Antonio's brand-new Dramatic Arts Program!

Bat walks are back at Medina River Natural Area!

Kick off Bat walk season with us as we learn all about the many bats that live in Texas. We’ll observe Texas bats in the twilight sky and use a special digital tool to “hear” their ultrasonic echolocation sounds. Don't forget to bring your flashlights and wear weather appropriate clothing to view these nocturnal wonders! This family friendly in-person event guarantees an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts of all ages. We are so excited to see you there!

*We will meet at the Medina River Natural Area Pavilion*
Address: 15890 TX-16, San Antonio, TX 78264

¡Vuelven las caminatas para observar murciélagos al Área Natural del Río Medina!

Inaugura con nosotros la temporada de caminatas para observar murciélagos, mientras aprendemos todo sobre los numerosos murciélagos que viven en Texas. Observaremos murciélagos de Texas en el cielo nocturno y usaremos una herramienta digital especial para “escuchar” sus sonidos de ecolocalización ultrasónica.¡No olvides traer tus linternas y usar ropa adecuada para el clima para observar estas maravillas nocturnas! Este evento presencial, ideal para toda la familia, garantiza una experiencia inolvidable para los amantes de la naturaleza de todas las edades. ¡Nos emociona mucho verte allí!

*Nos reuniremos en el Pabellón del Área Natural del Río Medina.*
Dirección: 15890 TX-16, San Antonio, TX 78264

Questions?¿Preguntas?
Contact: Rubi Jaimes, Education Coordinator, 210-207-3103 or rubi.jaimes@sanantonio.gov