Modern Dance, Mega-Poetry and a Pow Wow Enliven The Weekend Activities

San Antonio is well known for celebrating its cultural diversity and this weekend is no exception as the scene fill with modern dance, a mega poetry event and an enriching powwow.

Fiesta and Beyond

This weekend, the bustling streets of San Antonio will come alive with the vibrant Fiesta, a characteristic city-wide festival. The rich and diverse Texan culture extends beyond the Fiesta, with a variety of other alluring events happening around the city.

Little Stage Series Kicks Off

On Thursday, the Dellview Music Center’s Little Stage Series will commence at 7 p.m., featuring local favorite Noah Harris, Midwest Armadillo, and Laura Marie creating a delightful music atmosphere for a mere cover charge of $10.

Los Shadows Create a Dreamy Mood at Paper Tiger

On Friday, the atmosphere gets vibrant with the dreamy guayabera pop courtesy of California-based band, Los Shadows, playing at Paper Tiger. The doors open at 8 p.m., and the tuneful evening starts at 9 p.m.

Modern Dance Takes Center Stage

This Friday and Saturday is a treat for dance enthusiasts as the San Antonio Dance Festival comes to the Carver Community Cultural Center. The festival celebrates modern and contemporary dance with performances by San Antonio’s own SumRset Movement and Felicia McBride, alongside dancers from Austin, Cincinnati, and Monterrey, Mexico. Dance lovers get to witness a stunning lineup of talent and technique in one stage.

Celebrations of Traditions Pow Wow at Candler Physical Education Center

On Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Celebrations of Traditions Pow Wow will grace Candler Physical Education Center. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to immerse in and appreciate the rich American Indian dance and music culture during Fiesta.

Urban-15 Hosts Mega Corazón Poetry

In honor of the National Poetry Month, Urban-15’, a nonprofit focused on music and dance culture, is set to host the Mega Corazón 24-hour online poetry event. The online event, accessible through the organization’s website, features San Antonio’s new poet laureate Eddie Vega and a slew of others. This creates an impressive opportunity for lovers of rhythm and prose to enjoy a large dose of verses in a unique digital format.

No matter where your interests lie, this Fiesta-filled weekend in San Antonio offers something for everyone – from dynamic performances in modern dance, a deep dive into indigenous culture and a digital poetry fest featuring a broad spectrum of literary voices, the weekend promises to be replete with culture, enjoyment, and enlightenment.