1. Buddy Guy
Living blues legend Guy can be described pretty well with the titles of his Grammy-winning albums: “Damn Right, I’ve Got the Blues,” “Blues Singer,” “Born to Play Guitar” and “Ain’t Done With the Blues.” The 90-year-old musician appeared in the award-winning horror movie “Sinners” and performed with other cast members at the Oscars. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 27, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St.
2. “The Seagull”
Final weekend! Anton Chekhov’s masterful exploration of love, art and human longing comes to life in this poignant drama that follows a group of artists, lovers and dreamers as they wrestle with ambition, heartache and the passage of time. Through Aug. 30, San Pedro Playhouse, 800 W. Ashby Place
3. WhistlePig Uncorked: A Rye Whiskey Dinner
Celebrate National Rye Month with a WhistlePig Whiskey Dinner at Zocca. Enjoy chef-crafted courses, like peach deviled eggs, pork & beans, and bacon cannoli, thoughtfully paired with WhistlePig premium rye. Space is limited. Reserve your seat today. 6-8 p.m. Aug. 27, Zocca Cuisine d’Italia, River Level at The Westin Riverwalk, 420 W. Market St.
4. San Antonio Home Show
Get inspiration for kitchen and bathroom makeovers, garden upgrades and more during this two-day show that features dozens of booths, exhibits and product demonstrations. Register for free passes online or pay $10 at the door. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 29; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 30, Freeman Coliseum Expo Hall A, 3201 E. Houston St.
5. Gary Clark Jr.
Austin guitar hero Clark is known for his live shows, where he can stretch out on songs such as “When My Train Pulls In.” But he also got solid reviews for his wide-ranging 2024 album “JPEG RAW,” including an endorsement from Jon Stewart, who called it a “masterpiece” when he hosted Clark on “The Daily Show.” 7 p.m. Aug. 28, Aztec Theatre, 104 N. St. Mary’s St.
6. Culinaria Restaurant Weeks
It’s the final weekend of Culinaria’s Summer Restaurant Weeks, giving people the chance to try something new or to revisit an old favorite while supporting local eateries like The Desert Spoon, Esencia, Cavalier and Mexico Ceaty. Enjoy prix fixe brunch, lunch and dinner menus at dozens of restaurants across San Antonio and surrounding areas. Reservations are recommended. Through Aug. 29, various locations
7. C.S. Lewis: “The Screwtape Letters”
This international hit follows Screwtape, a senior tempter in Hell, as he schemes to capture the soul of an unsuspecting human on earth and reveals spiritual warfare in vivid, humorous and powerful ways. Recommended for ages 13 and older; Children under age 4 are not admitted. 3 p.m. Aug. 30, Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle
8. Wineries Summer Pass
It’s your last chance to take advantage of the Texas Hill Country Wineries’ summer season pass! For $65 (or $100 for a couple), pass holders can visit more than 35 wineries whenever they want through Aug. 31 (maximum of 4 per day). The wineries are located in Fredericksburg, Johnson City, Dripping Springs and other Hill Country towns.
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