South San Antonio News

The City of San Antonio is inviting the community to visit downtown, including La Villita Historic Arts Village and Historic Market Square, this June for a variety of events.

While attending La Villita and Market Square events, visitors are encouraged to explore the stores for unique treasures.

**La Villita Events (418 Villita Street)**

**Fiesta Noche del Rio**

Every Friday and Saturday starting June 7 through August 10 at 8:30 p.m.; ticketed event

The Alamo Kiwanis presents its annual Fiesta Noche del Rio featuring cultural performances at La Villita’s Arneson River Theatre. For more information and tickets, visit the event website.

**A Night of Soul**

Monday, June 10, from 6-9 p.m., FREE

The San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM) celebrates Juneteenth in La Villita Historic Arts Village with the opening of its new exhibit “The Soul of San Antonio.” The free festival will feature live music, a drum circle, kids’ games, food, and activities. For more information, visit the event website.

**River Walk LIVE!**

Thursday, June 20 from 7-9:30 p.m., FREE

River Walk LIVE! is a monthly concert series that occurs every third Thursday. Local and national talent perform musical acts at the Arneson River Theatre at La Villita. For more information and reserved seating, visit the event website.

**Market Square Events (514 W. Commerce Street)**

**Market Square Weekend Programming**

Every weekend in June from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., FREE

Enjoy music, working artists, and food booths at Market Square every weekend. For more information, visit the Market Square event page.

**Lunch Break on Houston Street (in front of the Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston Street)**

Thursday, June 6 & 20 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Visit Houston Street every 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.

**Plan Ahead**

Downtown can get busy on weekends; plan ahead due to numerous street closures and potential heavy traffic with several large events taking place throughout the month. Consider public transportation options or consult Google Maps or Waze before leaving home. Visit the City’s Know Before You Go Downtown website for helpful resources and parking information.

Visitor Parking:

Check out the City's SAPark website for easy parking options. A map shows a full list of City-owned garages and lots.

St. Mary’s Garage (205 E. Travis St.) and City Tower Garage (60 N. Flores St.) are located near key downtown attractions like River Walk and Travis Park with ample public parking spaces available.

Downtown Tuesday offers free parking on Tuesdays from 5 p.m.-2 a.m., while City Tower Sundays provides free parking on Sundays from 7 a.m.-midnight at City Tower Garage (60 N. Flores St.).

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