1. Of Monsters and Men: The Mouse Parade Tour
The Icelandic indie-folk band, known worldwide for their breakout anthem “Little Talks,” cinematic sound and acclaimed live performances, returns with music from their newest chapter, “All Is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade.” 8 p.m. Oct. 4, Boeing Center at Tech Port, 3331 General Hudnell Drive
2. Rodrigo y Gabriela
Rodrigo Sánchez and Gabriela Quintero, the Grammy-winning Mexican acoustic guitar duo are bringing its global tour to San Antonio this Thursday. The latest Tokyo-inspired album “OurHome” released on Sept. 18 features special guests Marty Friedman, Hiromi and Yukihiro Atsumi. 8 p.m. Oct. 1, Aztec Theatre, 104 N. St. Mary’s St.
3. “Little Shop of Horrors”
This botanical horror story about a ravenous plant and a love-starved schlub definitely improves on its source material, Roger Corman’s 1960 B-movie. That’s due largely to the songs by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, including the showstopping ballad “Suddenly, Seymour” and the girl group that comments on the goings-on. Oct. 2-31, San Pedro Playhouse, 800 W. Ashby Place
4. The Great Junk Hunt
Don’t miss this round up of curated vendors selling their best goods including antique gems, quirky décor, and more. Plus, no party is complete without cocktails, food and live music while you shop the aisles. 4-9 p.m. Oct. 2; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 3, Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall C, 3201 E. Houston St.
5. First Friday Art Walk
Explore the latest exhibitions at Blue Star Contemporary as well as at surrounding galleries in the Blue Star Arts Complex and Southtown neighborhood at this monthly community art event. 6-11 p.m. Oct. 2, 1414 S. Alamo St.
6. “Carmina Burana”
Join Harmonium of Texas for their opening weekend performance featuring Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” and the Texas premiere of Michael Torke’s “Sky” performed by Grammy-nominated violinist Tessa Lark. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, Lila Cockrell Theatre, 900 E. Market St.
7. The Fab Four: Beatles’ A Hard Day’s Night
This Emmy Award-winning Beatles tribute band has performed in the U.K., Australia, France, Germany, Mexico and elsewhere. It brings its precise, note-for-note rendition of hits like “Twist and Shout,” “Can’t Buy My Love” and “Hey Jude” to San Antonio this Friday. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2 Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle
8. Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival
Celebrate the migrating monarch butterflies during this 11th annual festival presented by Project Bloom. The day will include plenty of free family-friendly activities including monarch butterfly tagging, an immersive maze, obstacle course, the Pollinator Procession, tree giveaways and more! 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 3, Brackenridge Park, 3700 N. St. Mary’s St.
9. Party in the Park: “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie”
Enjoy an afternoon of family fun celebrating the Magik Theatre’s opening of “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.” Based on the beloved book by Laura Numeroff, this adaptation by Jodi Davidson is a mayhem and mishap-filled joyride for all audiences. Before the curtain rises, stop by Theatre Plaza at Hemisfair for a free hour of family fun including crafts, music and more. Party at 4 p.m.; Show at 5 p.m. Oct. 3, 420 S. Alamo St.
10. Jo Koy
Legendary comedian Jo Koy returns to Frost Bank Center with his all-new Koy Meets World Tour. The stand-up comic and actor with numerous television and film credits, including as a frequent panelist on “Chelsea Lately,” just released his seventh comedy special “Blue in the Face” on Netflix. 8 p.m. Oct. 3, 1 Frost Bank Center Drive
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