Andrea K. Moreno (via KSAT San Antonio)
Whether you are looking for live music or holiday celebrations, San Antonio has something for everyone this November.
Some of the biggest names in music are headed to San Antonio this month, including Doja Cat and the Jonas Brothers.
San Antonio is also ringing in the holiday season with several tree lighting ceremonies and the annual Ford Holiday River Parade.
Check out the fun, festive events you can do throughout November:
Nov. 1-8 events:
- BANDA MS: The band will perform its “Somos MS Tour” at 8 p.m. on Nov. 6 at the Freeman Coliseum. Tickets are available here.
- CALAVERAS DE AZUCAR FESTIVAL: The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 1 at Market Square. The Calaveras de Azúcar Festival features artisan and food vendors, live entertainment and more.
- DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS AT PEARL: The annual celebration will honor memory, tradition, and life from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 1 at Pearl. The event will feature ofrendas made by local artists, a community altar and more. A communal procession will take place across Pearl’s campus at 7:15 p.m.
- DOJA CAT: The singer will perform her “Tour Ma Vie World Tour” at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 6 at the Frost Bank Center. For tickets, click here.
Nov. 9-15 events
- DIA DEL ARBOL: The free, family-friendly event will feature tree giveaways on a first-come, first-served basis from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the Mission Marquee Plaza. Click here for more details.
- LUMINARIA: The arts festival will run from 6 p.m. to midnight on Nov. 14 on Houston Street at the intersection of downtown West and Zona Cultural. The event will transform Houston Street into a luminous canvas, lighting up downtown San Antonio. For more details, click here.
- JONAS BROTHERS: The brothers return to San Antonio to perform their “Burning Up Tour All Over Again” at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the Frost Bank Center. Tickets are available here.
- ROCK & REWIND: The Spazmatics will bring high-energy sounds at 7 p.m. on Nov. 14 at The Rock at La Cantera. General admission costs $29.99. Click here for more information.
- SA VETERANS DAY: Hemisfair will host a free, family-friendly event honoring veterans with live entertainment and interactive activities from noon to 6 p.m. on Nov. 14.
Nov. 16-22 events
- OPENING NIGHT TREE LIGHTING: The Rock at La Cantera will host its annual opening night tree lighting from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Nov. 21. Guests can enjoy an outdoor skating rink, live music entertainment and more. Admission is free, but a ticket is required.
Nov. 23-30 events
- CELEBRACION MUSICAL: Market Square will host a one-day event dedicated to musicians and music lovers from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 28. The day will feature a musician’s blessing from noon to 1:30 p.m., where musicians are invited to receive a blessing to honor their craft and creativity.
- FORD HOLIDAY RIVER PARADE AND LIGHTING CEREMONY: Traditionally held the day after Thanksgiving, the parade and river lighting ceremony start at 6 p.m. on Nov. 27 at the Tobin Center. This year’s theme is “Holiday Wishes Come True.” The Witte Museum is this year’s grand marshal. For more information and tickets, click here.
- HOLIDAY ART MARKET: The Tobin Center will host a festive day of shopping featuring hand-crafted goods and more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 28. Click here for more details.
- HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY: Pearl will host its tree lighting ceremony on Nov. 27. Click here to keep up with the latest details.
- INTOCABLE: The band will perform its “Cultura Tour” at 8 p.m. on Nov. 25 at the Freeman Coliseum. For tickets, click here.
- LOCALS DAY AT SAN ANTONIO ZOO: The San Antonio Zoo is offering discounted admission for Bexar County residents as part of Locals Day on Nov. 27.
- TASTE OF PEARL: The celebration is scheduled to take place on Nov. 28 at Pearl. Click here to keep up with the latest details on the event.
- YURI & LUCERO: The singers will perform their “Entre Amigas Tour” at 8 p.m. on Nov. 28 at the Freeman Coliseum. Tickets are available online.
Recurring events
- FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET: The Mission Marquee Plaza will host its market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 7 and Nov. 21. Guests can shop and explore handmade crafts, sourced foods and more.
- FARMERS MARKET: Browse several local vendors offering farm-fresh produce and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday at Pearl. Click here for more information.
- ICE! FEATURING RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is bringing back its immersive “ice!” Christmas experience from Nov. 23 through Jan. 3, 2027. Tickets are on sale now. For more information, click here.
- MAKERS MARKET: Shop from several local vendors and makers from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Wednesday throughout November at Pearl. More information can be found here.
- OUTDOOR FAMILY FILM SERIES: The Mission Marquee Plaza will host several free movie screenings throughout November. To kick off the month, the plaza will showcase “Toy Story 5” on Nov. 7. The series will continue with “Elf” on Nov. 21. Screenings run from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- SAN ANTONIO SPURS: The Silver and Black are back at the Frost Bank Center. A list of home preseason games is available here.
- SIX FLAGS HOLIDAY IN THE PARK: The festive event features live shows, light displays and more on select dates from Nov. 21 through Jan. 4, 2027. Click here for more information.
- SUNDAY SCARIES: The Rock at La Cantera will host “Sunday Scaries” on Nov. 1 and Nov. 8. The event highlights local acoustic acts and bands. More information can be found here.
- WRAP & ROCK HOLIDAY MARKET: The Rock at La Cantera will host a three-day event featuring more than 75 local makers and young entrepreneurs from Nov. 27-29 at Frost Plaza at The Rock at La Cantera. Entry is free, but a reservation is required. Click here for more information.
- ZOO LIGHTS: Enjoy miles of dazzling lights, immersive light realms, festive music and much more during Zoo Lights from Nov. 14 through Jan. 3, 2027. Click here to keep up with the latest details on the event.
This list will be updated as more events are announced.
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