{"id":404597,"date":"2026-08-12T15:06:08","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T15:06:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/404597\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T15:06:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T15:06:08","slug":"8-fun-things-to-do-this-weekend-aug-13-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/404597\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Fun Things to Do This Weekend: Aug. 13-16"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t\t\t\t1. The Greatest Show on Earth<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alamodome.com\/events\/detail\/ringling-2026\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ringling Bros. and Barnum &amp; Bailey circus<\/a> is coming back to town, but there have been some changes. Animal acts are a thing of the past as the circus focuses on extraordinary human feats of acrobatics, balancing and more set to a high-energy, contemporary soundtrack. Aug. 14-16, Alamodome, 100 Montana St.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>2. The Bi-Annual Pearl Sidewalk Sale<\/p>\n<p>Shops and boutiques at the Historic Pearl \u2014 including Feliz Modern, Niche, The Twig Book Shop, Adelante, Rancho Diaz and more \u2014 are offering end-of-summer deals on clothing, accessories and more during this <a href=\"https:\/\/events.atpearl.com\/event\/the-bi-annual-pearl-sidewalk-sale\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">sidewalk sale<\/a>. Regular store hours. Aug. 13-14, 303 Pearl Parkway<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>3. Dandelion &amp; Denim Country Night\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DbY4Y4PiQh7\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Celebrate the release<\/a> of Shiner\u2019s new Dandelion Honey K\u00f6lsch, brewed in collaboration with country music artist Ella Langley. Enjoy great beer while exploring a curated lineup of vendors, including Pullman Market\u2019s Flower Market, Yellow Rose\u2019s Color Bar, local honey producer Golden Hive Mercantile and custom hat burning by Mistycal Creations. Guests can also enjoy themed photo opportunities, an Ella Langley-inspired soundtrack, giveaways and a raffle for a gift card. 6-9 p.m. Aug. 13, Otto\u2019s Ice House, 111 Newell Ave.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>4. Kevin Nealon<\/p>\n<p>With his dry wit and likeable demeanor, Nealon\u2019s unique sense of humor sets him apart. The <a href=\"https:\/\/improvtx.com\/sanantonio\/comic\/kevin+nealon\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">comedian and actor<\/a> is best known for his nine-year stint as a cast member of NBC\u2019s \u201cSaturday Night Live\u201d and received critical acclaim for his role in the Showtime series \u201cWeeds.\u201d His extensive film career includes roles in hit comedy movies like \u201cJust Go With It,\u201d \u201cAnger Management,\u201d \u201cHappy Gilmore\u201d and many more. August 14-15, Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club, 618 NW Loop 410, No. 312<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>5. Hermanos Espinoza<\/p>\n<p>Hailing from McAllen, brothers Joel and Leonel Espinoza make up <a href=\"https:\/\/freemancoliseum.com\/event\/hermanos-espinoza\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hermanos Espinoza<\/a>, one of m\u00fasica Mexicana\u2019s most exciting rising acts. Blending classic norte\u00f1o roots with modern influences, the duo has built a rapidly growing fanbase with standout hits like \u201cPrueba De Fuego\u201d and \u201cDIOS POR DELANTE,\u201d earning over 6 million monthly listeners on Spotify. 7 p.m. Aug. 14, Freeman Coliseum, 3201 E. Houston St.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>6. David Crockett\u2019s Birthday Celebration<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate the 240th anniversary of David Crockett\u2019s birthday! This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thealamo.org\/visit\/crocketts-birthday\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">free event<\/a> will feature fun for the whole family including games, crafts and rifle-firing demos. Meet the man himself as a costumed Living Historian embodies David Crockett, presenting readings from his personal correspondence and writings.10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 15, 300 Alamo Plaza<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>7. San Antonio Frida Fest<\/p>\n<p>The popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/wonderland-of-the-americas\/the-10th-annual-san-antonio-frida-fest\/1668451544317947\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Frida Fest<\/a> is back for its 10th year of family-friendly fun, all in celebration of strong women like Frida Kahlo and Selena Quintanilla. The free, two-day event will include a mercado with over 60 local vendors, Frida look-a-like contest, live musical performances, food, drinks and more. 12-5 p.m. Aug. 15-16, Wonderland of the Americas, 4522 Fredericksburg Road<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>8. Culinaria Restaurant Weeks<\/p>\n<p>Culinaria continues its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.satxrestaurantweek.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Summer Restaurant Weeks<\/a>, giving people the chance to try something new or to revisit an old favorite while supporting local eateries like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanantoniomag.com\/esencia\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Esencia<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cavaliersanantonio.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Cavalier<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanantoniomag.com\/mexico-ceaty\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mexico Ceaty<\/a>. 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<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Publish Your Event on sanantoniomag.com<\/p>\n<p>Great news! Our free events calendar is back. Submit your San Antonio-area events <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanantoniomag.com\/submit-an-event\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a> and be sure to include our calendar in your future event promotion plans. Let us help you spread the word!<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u25ba Get our picks of the best things to do in San Antonio every weekend delivered straight to your inbox by signing up for our <a href=\"https:\/\/link.sanantoniomag.com\/join\/signup-sam\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Weekend Best Bets<\/a> newsletter.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"1. 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