News Roundup Dec. 17, 2025
Let’s look at theater offerings! At the Magik Theater you can see the charming tale:
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” that follows Charlie Brown as he sets out to discover the true meaning of the holiday season. This stage adaptation features the original score, gentle humor, and a timeless message about love, community and simplicity. (Through Dec. 24; 420 S. Alamo, 78205; 210-227-2751; tickets are $25-$30; info@magiktheatre.org)
At the San Pedro Playhouse, they are presenting “The Frosty Follies” – A Holiday Cabaret” that showcases beloved holiday classics performed by some of San Antonio’s most talented artists. Set in an intimate space adorned by twinkling lights,” this heartwarming production is a perfect way to embrace the joy and spirit of the season,” says the press announcement. (Every day through Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m.; San Pedro Playhouse, 800 W. Ashby Pl,78212; tickets are $20-
$60; (ASL performance Dec. 14 at 4 p.m.) for more call 210-802-7931)
This is also the chance to buy tickets for Disney’s “Frozen,” a spectacular which will close Dec. 23.
The Overtime Theater is offering “Stocking Stuffers 4” written by several “Festive Authors.”
(Opens Dec. 5 and runs through Dec. 27; Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Overtime Theater is at
4335 Vance Jackson, Suite 103-104; tickets are $20; $15 for military and students; tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.theovertimetheater.org)
This is also the season for the sensory friendly “Nutcracker” produced by Alamo City Arts
and Eva’s Heroes. (Dec.19, 2025; Thiry Auditorium at Our Lady of the Lake University, 411 S.W. 24th St.; tickets $20; for more call 210-434-6711; More info: www.alamoamocityperformingartsassociation.com/
The San Antonio Philharmonic will play a Holiday Pops Concert at Seaworld this weekend, Dec.20-21; at 1:30 p.m; tickets are $35 and include the concert and admission to Seaworld. The park opens at 1p.m.
the concert is a private event exclusively for the San Antonio Philharmonic ticket holders.
At the United Methodist Church in Helotes you can enjoy “A Windswept Winter” featuring the music of Vivaldi, Holst, Corelli, and more, including festive favorites by Tchaikovsky and Guaraldi,
performed by the Prickly Pear Clarinet Ensemble and River City Winds. No tickets necessary
(Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.; Helotes Hills United Methodist Church, 13222 Bandera Rd., Helotes, TX 78023; free.)
First Presbyterian Church San Antonio presents “The Midday Noels Concert Series,” a seasonal celebration of Merry Melodies and Holiday Harmonies; (Dec. 18, 12, noon to 12:45p.m.; 404 N. Alamo Street; 210-226-0215; www.fpcsanantonio.org)
MOSAIC Poetry Reading + Print Sale You are invited to join The Contemporary’s MOSAIC student artists program and Gemini Ink for an evening of poetry and art. This capstone celebration will highlight the students’ literary artworks with a reading of select poems by students. Free and open to the public.; 116 Blue Star, 78204, 210-227-6960.
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center invites artists to enter the 44th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival in San Antonio 2026 Poster Contest for a chance to have your artwork on all festival materials. The contest is open to students, professionals and artists worldwide- no entry fee required. Submissions must celebrate the spirit of Conjunto music and include the phrase:
“Tejano Conjunto Festival En San Antonio 2026. Deadline Jan. 26, 2026 at 5 p.m. For more, email conjunto@guadalupeculturalarts.org
The San Antonio Art League and Museum will open “Texas Legacy: Hidden Gems from the Permanent Collection.” These rarely seen works span more than 12 decades of Texas art.
Public opening is January 11, 2026.; 3-5 p.m. The San Antonio Art League +Museum is also announcing its 96th juried exhibition: April 12 to June 12, 2026, WWW.SAALM.ORG/96
On the literary front: “Lybros Y Amigos,” a reading of “Hearts of “Fire and Snow” and a discussion on Latino representation in children’s books, plus a book signing. (Dec. 19 at 6pm.at the Guadalupe Latino Bookstore, 1300 Guadalupe St., 78207; 210-232-8683.)
Join the Contemporary at Blue Star for an artist talk with Leo Barrios as he discusses “The Human Condition,” a Red Dot auxiliary program. Through this collection of works, Barrios explores the conceptual nature of the human form, comparing the materiality, textures and imperfections of wood to those in the human body. This program will take place next door to the Contemporary’s main gallery at 1420 S. Alamo; Ste 147, building B., Dec. 19 at 7 p.m., free.
for more info call 210-227-6960; https://contemporarysa.org
Cinema Night at San Pedro Creek Culture Park- Holiday Series. Bring chairs and blankets; popcorn will be available while supplies last. (San Pedro Creek Culture Park, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m.
715 Camaron St., 78204; 210-227-1373)
The literary nonprofit Gemini Ink is planning to move to the Riverwalk, where, they say, they can “finally host regular open mics and include more local writers. They need to raise $10,000 by Dec. 31; info@geminiink.org
And, if you need to shop for a few things, you can do this at Charis Park during the Holiday Night Market, hosted by Sunset Ridge Farmers Market. Shop from small businesses and local artisans offering handmade gifts, seasonal treats and original creations. (Dec. 19, 5-9 p.m.; Charis Park is at 291 Emporia Blvd; https://sunset-ridge.org)
URBAN 15’s Holiday Laser Show 2025 is free and family friendly; Dec. 21st, at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.,
Edgewood Theatre for the Performing Arts; free; two shows Dec. 21 at 1 pm and 7p.m.; Also holiday songs, and URBAN-15’s Dance and Drum Ensemble; events@urban15.robly.com
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