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Thursday, January 15th, 2009

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday 2009



If you want to celebrate Martin Luther King’s birthday in grand style, and you happen to be in San Antonio for the occasion, then you are in for a real treat.

Come and join hundreds of onlookers as they also commemorate the great Civil Rights Leader’s birthday. And along the way of this parade, and I’ve been told it’s the biggest Martin Luther King Jr.march in the land, ...

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009

It's San Antonio Spurs Time!



If that San Antonio Spurs spirit is with you and you just happen to be in the Alamo City this week, here is a Spurs special you won’t want to miss.

For Thursday January 8th game against the LA Clippers, you can get tickets that usually cost $39 for just $9 a piece. This sale is only available to 500 spectators, as that’s how many tickets ...

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

Come Celebrate New Year's Eve San Antonio Style!



As we prepare to celebrate the end of another year around the world and here in the Alamo City, many who don’t already have plans might settle for a quiet evening with family and friends, visit a club or two or attend a party.

But if you want to celebrate in style, true festive San Antonio style, then downtown San Antonio is the place to be on New Year’s ...

Saturday, December 20th, 2008

Christmas At Schlitterbahn



Although Schlitterbahn Waterpark is one of the more spectacular ones around, during the Christmas season, it transforms into a Christmas wonderland.

Located just outside San Antonio, and close to New Braunfels, Tx. and not far from Landa Park Golf Course, come see this colourful Christmas display in the Hill Country. The park is opened in the evening from 5 PM until 10 PM just for this event.

And ...

Monday, December 8th, 2008

Come To The Valero Alamo Bowl 2008!



Well, it is official. The two college football teams named to play in this year’s Valero Alamo Bowl are: The University of Missouri and Northwestern University. The game will be played on December 29th 2008.

And if you happen to get to the Alamodome a little early before the 7:00 PM start time, check out the concession stands, or take a stroll around and check out ...

Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008

Come See The San Antonio Rampage!



If you are looking for some exciting Hockey action while you are enjoying your stay in the Alamo City this week, come take in a game between San Antonio hockey team, The San Antonio Rampage and the Manitoba Moose.

Game time at the AT&T Center Friday December 5th 2008 is at 7:00 PM. And if you enjoy an occasional brew while you watch the San Antonio Rampage ...

Friday, November 14th, 2008

Come See Sesame Street Live At The Freeman Coliseum



I guess if I had to choose a Sesame Street character as my favourite, it would have to be Kermit The Frog. Especially when he plays the Roving Reporter role.

And if you and your kids are fond of all things Sesame Street, come see Sesame Street Live at the Freeman Coliseum. The show began last night, November 13th, but runs through November 16th 2008.

Days and times ...

Sunday, November 9th, 2008

Come See The San Antonio Spurs On Veterans Day!



Okay, so Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker have been sidelined with their injuries, but the ’08-’09 season just started.

And this Veterans’ Day (November 11th 20 8) you can catch the the four time NBA Champions, The San Antonio Spurs as they play the New York Knicks.

And if you happen to be in the military, just present your Military ID to the Box Office ...

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

Ford River Parade And Lighting Ceremony 2008



Most of you might think it is too early to be informed about this event, but maybe an event this magnificent needs some planning. What it is, is the annual Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony 2008 on the San Antonio Riverwalk.

So if your holiday plans bring you to the Alamo City this year’s Thanksgiving Week and you want to treat yourself and the family to a spectacular ...

Sunday, August 17th, 2008

The Spurs Pre-Season '08



So no one from the San Antonio Spurs roster made it to this year’s Olympics in Beijing, China, save for Manu Ginobli who is playing for his national team, Argentina. But if your vacation plans bring you this way around the middle of October, you can catch an early glimpse of the Spurs before the regular NBA season tips off.

For the San Antonio ...