1. “Hamilton”
Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, “Hamilton” is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Hamilton features book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. Through Aug. 9, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St.
2. Home + Garden Show
The summer edition of the San Antonio home show is appealing to foodies with special guests Sloan Rinaldi, the founder of Texas Q and a standout contestant on Netflix’s “Barbecue Showdown,” and “Texas Eats” host David Elder. Anyone looking to remodel, landscape or just spruce up their homes will find dozens of exhibitors ready to help. July 31-Aug. 2, Alamodome, 100 Montana St.
3. Porc Slap Collaboration Dinner at Fife & Farro
After a month-long pizza collaboration, Fife & Farro and Chef Javi Gutierrez’s Porc Slap pop-up are teaming up for a one-night-only collaboration dinner. Guests can enjoy an exclusive menu featuring specialty dishes available only that evening, with 5% of proceeds benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank. Limited reservations are available on Fife & Farro’s website, with tables also available for walk-ins. 5-10 p.m. July 30, 221 Newell Ave.
4. Disco Alfresco: Cumbia Necia Night
The popular outdoor summer dance party continues this Thursday with Cumbia Necia Night, featuring DJ Helios blending the sounds of her Mexican roots with hip hop, cumbia, reggaetón, house and funky edits. Plus, enjoy a night market, food trucks and free parking. The event is all ages and BYOB. Learn more and buy tickets here. 7-10 p.m. July 30, Sunken Garden Theatre, 3875 N. St. Mary’s St.
5. Fiesta Noche del Rio
It’s the final weekend of Fiesta Noche Del Rio! Proudly presented by the Alamo Kiwanis, this timeless San Antonio tradition features live music, dance and more on the River Walk every Friday and Saturday night through August 1. 8:30 p.m. July 31-Aug. 1, Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St.
6. Dinos After Dark
The San Antonio Zoo presents this prehistoric nighttime adventure for the entire family. Explore Zoorassic Park after hours as glowing dinosaurs, colorful lights and fog-filled pathways transform the zoo into an unforgettable dinosaur experience. Enjoy live entertainment, exciting photo opportunities, special themed food and drinks and plenty of dinosaur fun throughout the evening. 7-10 p.m. Aug. 1, 3903 St. Mary’s St.
7. Kristin Key: Ca-Caw Tour
Kristin Key is an internationally-headlining queer musical comedian whose hilarious viral videos, including the iconic Lesbian National Anthem, have garnered over 100 million views across social media. She’s appeared on NBC’s “Bring the Funny” and “Last Comic Standing” and more. This show is 18+. 5 & 8 p.m. Aug. 1, Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater, Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle
8. Tony Danza
Though he’s best known as a star of the sitcoms “Taxi” and “Who’s the Boss,” Danza also has appeared on Broadway in productions including “The Producers” and “Honeymoon in Vegas.” He draws on those song-and-dance skills for his critically praised show “Standards and Stories,” in which he performs tunes from the Great American Songbook, talks about his career and even plays the ukulele. Aug. 1, Jazz, TX, 312 Pearl Parkway, Bldg. 6, Suite 6001
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