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July
Contemporary Art MonthThe only month-long contemporary arts festival in the nation features more than 400 exhibitions and involves more than 50 venues. Events take place in galleries, museums, neighborhoods and studios. This special month is a celebration with a focus on Contemporary Art in San Antonio. Some events have an admission charge. For information and a calendar, contact the Office of Cultural Affairs at (210) 222-ARTS (2787), www.sanantonio.gov/art
Fourth of July
Festivals, concerts and fireworks at locations across the city celebrate America’s freedom. Weekend includes Freedom Fest celebration at Market Square, arts and crafts show along the River Walk and extravaganzas at local theme parks. www.SanAntonioVisit.com
Annual San Antonio Conjunto
A celebration that revitalizes an old custom of “mano-a-mano,” a form of competition between two conjunto groups to determine who is best. This event utilizes a similar concept except the conjuntos are on opposite stages facing each other. More than 25 local entertainers are paired during the two-day event. Food and refreshments, working artists, street dancing. City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation. Market Square. Free.
(210) 207-8600
August
FORD Canoe ChallengeOver 90 canoe teams compete in the FORD Canoe Challenge…local celebrities, city officials, corporate teams and Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts compete in timed heats. The race begins at the Greater Chamber of Commerce, heads east through and around the Convention Center Lagoon, through the River Center Mall Lagoon and ending back at the Greater Chamber of Commerce. (210) 227-4262, www.sanantonioriverwalk.com
September
One of the three largest photography festivals in the country, this month-long celebration of photography includes innovative photographic techniques, multi-media presentations and traditional photographic images at various venues. For a full listing of events and sites, visit the Office of Cultural Affairs. (210) 737-8255, www.safotofestival.com
Texas Football Classic
Ten of the top high school football teams in the state compete at this weekend football rumble in the Alamodome. The schools have played in 12 state championships. Admission. (210) 207-3663 or (800) 884-3663, www.alamodome.com
Jazz’SAlive
Two days of performances from the nation’s top jazz entertainers, along with regional and local talent. Travis Park. City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department and San Antonio Parks Foundation. Free. (210) 212-8423, www.saparksfoundation.org
Diez y Seis Events
Marking Mexico’s independence from Spain, San Antonio celebrates September 16 with special events all over town. Events include a street parade with floats and marching bands, a gala, Market Square celebrations, festivals, dance presentations, and other special activities. Fall Arts Festival Event.
October
The tournament is the 3rd oldest tournament on TOUR (starting in San Antonio in 1922). OFFICIAL PGA TOUR tournament is played in the same city its entire existence. It has been one of the top-three most charitable tournaments on TOUR for the last several years. 72-hole. Admission.
(210) 345-3818, www.golfsanantonio.org
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