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Grave Digger at Monster Jam (Feld Motor Sports)<\/p>\n

Can you believe we\u2019re already nearly a month into the new year? Whether you\u2019re a local or just visiting, this weekend offers a variety of events that you won\u2019t want to miss. <\/p>\n

The iconic Monster Jam competition returns to the Alamo City this Saturday with high-energy monster truck action for fans of all ages. As for Sunday, Bexar County residents can get discounted admission to the San Antonio Zoo as part of Locals Day.<\/p>\n

No matter which event you attend, KSAT wants to see your adventures. Submit your photos and videos on KSAT Connect<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a closer look at what\u2019s happening this weekend in the San Antonio area:<\/p>\n

Thursday, Jan. 22<\/p>\n

MANIA: THE ABBA TRIBUTE: The band is scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Aztec Theatre. For tickets, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Happening over the weekend: <\/p>\n

CULINARIA\u2019S RESTAURANT WEEKS: Culinaria\u2019s Restaurant Weeks is set to return to the Alamo City, offering two weeks of special menus and dining deals across the city from Jan. 17-31. To check out a list of participating restaurants, click here<\/a>.DREAMWEEK SAN ANTONIO: The annual city-wide summit will take place now through Jan. 31. This year\u2019s theme is #Revelations. To view a list of DreamWeek events happening in San Antonio, click here<\/a>.GEOLOGY JANUARY: Now through Jan. 25, San Antonio Parks and Rec will host Geology January. Activities will include a rock and fossil collection exhibit, a cave geology presentation, program classes and much more. For a full list of events, click here<\/a>.HELLO KITTY MARKET: Hello Kitty fans won\u2019t want to miss this. A Hello Kitty Market is scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jan. 24 and noon to 5 p.m. on Jan. 25 inside South Park Mall. For more details, click here<\/a>. MONSTER JAM: The iconic Monster Jam competition returns to San Antonio with shows scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 24 and 3 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Alamodome. Families can enjoy watching amazing stunts from 12,000-pound trucks standing on their wheels and flying in the air. For more information on tickets, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Friday, Jan. 23<\/p>\n

CHRIS THILE: The singer-songwriter will perform at 8 p.m. Friday at the H-E-B Performance Hall. Click here<\/a> for more information on how to get tickets for the performance.SCOOTER\u2019S COFFEE GRAND OPENING: The new coffee shop will celebrate the grand opening of its Balcones Heights location by offering a sweet deal to the first 100 customers. Scooter\u2019s Coffee, located at 4443 Fredericksburg Road, will offer free drinks for one week for the first 100 customers on the shop\u2019s app. The coffee shop will also offer free swag to guests while supplies last. Scooter\u2019s Coffee will open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, Jan. 24<\/p>\n

AQUARIOUS PARTY: The stars say it\u2019s Aquarius season, and if you\u2019re into that sort of thing, The Cove is hosting a Zodiac Star Party from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 606 W Cypress St. The family-friendly event invites guests to dress in the cosmic color blue, enjoy live music, enter a free raffle, savor cosmic cupcakes while supplies last. For more information, click here<\/a>.LEAGUE ONE VOLLEYBALL: LOVB Austin and LOVB Houston will face off Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Frost Bank Center. Tickets for the exciting professional volleyball match can be found here<\/a>.LED ZEPPELIN 2: Enjoy a night of classic rock as Led Zeppelin 2 returns to the Aztec Theatre at 8 p.m. Saturday. Tickets for the show can be found here<\/a>.WILD WEST WILDLIFE FESTIVAL: The Briscoe Western Art Museum will hold a free community day on Jan. 24. All activities will center on Western wildlife, highlighting Texas habitats and animal species. More information can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Sunday, Jan. 25<\/p>\n

LOCALS DAY AT SAN ANTONIO ZOO: If you\u2019re looking for plans on Sunday, the San Antonio Zoo<\/a> will provide discounted admission for Bexar County residents as part of Locals Day. Guests can visit the zoo for $8. The zoo will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.SAN ANTONIO SPURS: The Silver and Black will play against the New Orleans Pelicans at 6 p.m. at the Frost Bank Center. This game will include Salute Night and Army Night<\/a> as part of the Spurs\u2019 promotional and themed events. Tickets for the game are available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s trending?<\/p>\n

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About the AuthorAndrea K. Moreno headshotAndrea K. Moreno<\/a><\/p>\n

Andrea K. Moreno is a Digital Journalist at KSAT. She graduated from Texas State University with an electronic media degree and a minor in psychology. She also attended San Antonio College, where she held several positions at The Ranger, now known as The Sundial, for three years. <\/p>\n

The parents of Kellyanne Lytal, who died in the floodwaters at Camp Mystic, are sharing their story.<\/p>\n

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The parents of Kellyanne Lytal, who died in the floodwaters at Camp Mystic, are sharing their story.\ud83c\udfb5 KRTU is celebrating 50 years on the air with a free concert Friday<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udfb5 KRTU is celebrating 50 years on the air with a free concert FridayVictim\u2019s mother says suspect in deadly hit-and-run crash will have to answer to \u2018higher power\u2019<\/p>\n

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Victim\u2019s mother says suspect in deadly hit-and-run crash will have to answer to \u2018higher power\u2019Lawsuit, footage challenge judge candidate\u2019s claim that she lives in Bexar County<\/p>\n

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Lawsuit, footage challenge judge candidate\u2019s claim that she lives in Bexar CountyNonprofits shelter homeless individuals during cold snap<\/p>\n

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Nonprofits shelter homeless individuals during cold snapCommunity reaction after not-guilty verdict in former officer\u2019s trial<\/p>\n

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Community reaction after not-guilty verdict in former officer\u2019s trial’Is there anything you want to say to the families?’ ‘No, not right now’ <\/p>\n

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‘Is there anything you want to say to the families?’ ‘No, not right now’ WATCH:Here’s the moment ex-Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales was found not guilty by a jury<\/p>\n

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WATCH:Here’s the moment ex-Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales was found not guilty by a juryHoax threat made to Northeast Side school causes fear, panic<\/p>\n

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Hoax threat made to Northeast Side school causes fear, panicDeveloper says it wants to work with community to reimagine Lone Star Brewery site<\/p>\n

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Developer says it wants to work with community to reimagine Lone Star Brewery siteCPS Energy urges conservation during peak hours ahead of icy weekend<\/p>\n

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CPS Energy urges conservation during peak hours ahead of icy weekendBexar County helps family on verge of eviction after KSAT story<\/p>\n

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Bexar County helps family on verge of eviction after KSAT storyNorthwest Side neighbor asks for expedited traffic light installation at \u2018Dead Man\u2019s Curve\u2019<\/p>\n

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Northwest Side neighbor asks for expedited traffic light installation at \u2018Dead Man\u2019s Curve\u2019Closing arguments set to begin in child endangerment trial of ex-Uvalde CISD police officer<\/p>\n

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Closing arguments set to begin in child endangerment trial of ex-Uvalde CISD police officerLoad of bees spilled during crash on I-35 likely headed to California, expert says<\/p>\n

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Load of bees spilled during crash on I-35 likely headed to California, expert saysTexas families can soon access state\u2019s education savings account. Here\u2019s how the process works<\/p>\n

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San Antonio TikTok user shares ICE whereabouts to \u2018help the community\u2019Wemby says NBA needs more bald players<\/p>\n

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Wemby says NBA needs more bald players\u2018We\u2019re all united\u2019: Sights and sounds from San Antonio\u2019s 39th annual MLK March<\/p>\n

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\u2018We\u2019re all united\u2019: Sights and sounds from San Antonio\u2019s 39th annual MLK MarchCity refills San Antonio River Walk after crews clean out trash <\/p>\n

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City refills San Antonio River Walk after crews clean out trash Former MLK Commission chair discusses march’s cultural significance<\/p>\n

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Former MLK Commission chair discusses march’s cultural significanceSights and Sounds from MLK March 2026: NEMI House of Glory previews performance <\/p>\n

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Sights and Sounds from MLK March 2026: NEMI House of Glory previews performance First-time MLK March attendee shares atmosphere experience, reason for attending<\/p>\n

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First-time MLK March attendee shares atmosphere experience, reason for attendingCounty expedites financial assistance for family at risk of eviction after KSAT report, judge says<\/p>\n

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County expedites financial assistance for family at risk of eviction after KSAT report, judge says3 undocumented immigrants detained after chase; 1 at large in human smuggling operation, BCSO says<\/p>\n

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