Let’s explore social events in San Antonio, TX happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in San Antonio where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in San Antonio
Second Thursday at the McNay
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Mcnay Art museum
Let’s go hang out at the McNay Art Museum and listen to some music and have some fun!
McNay 2nd Thursday is a wonderful mid-week event to chill, listen to live music, and hang with friends. This venue showcases local talent and many different styles of music that everyone can enjoy. I have never had a bad time at the McNay!
**Live Musie by Favorite Son**
San Antonio-based band Favorite Son blend(…)
🌚🍸 Full Moon Rooftop Bar Crawl 🔥👠
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Smoke BBQ+SKYBAR
Take in the best views of San Antonio and the supermoon by doing a skybar crawl with us! Dress code is business casual (some bars may not let you in if you are wearing jeans!), walking distance is 1.7 miles.
Smoke Skybar (7-830pm): https://www.smokeskybar.com/
The Lucky Duck (8:30-9:30pm): https://luckyducktx.com/
Bar House (9:30-10:30pm):
https://www.barhousesa.com/
Paramour (10:30-11:30pm): (…)
Thursday Discussion: Code Switching
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: Black Potion
Join us this Thursday for a friendly and exciting discussion as we talk about Code Switching.
“Code-switching describes the use of different dialects, accents, language combinations, and mannerisms within social groups.”
Why do people rely on code switching?
What are the benefits and challenges that come with code switching?
In the context of a globalized society, why do people still code swit(…)
🧵🧶 All Levels Crochet & Crafts #13! 🧶🧵
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Coffee Culture + Bakery
If you have been telling yourself that you’re going to learn a new craft, or you sort-of kind-of know how, or you’re already a pro, this event is for you! Crafts can include but are not limited to; crochet, knitting, embroidery, sewing, coloring, drawing, etc. 😊
Join us on Saturday where we will be able to learn a new hobby or just meet others with similar interests. 💗
We encourage anyone of a(…)
👟🐌 Slow Runners Club 🎧⏱️
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: Old Spanish Walking Trails
Do you love running? Are you an experienced runner? Can you run for 1+ miles without stopping? Then this is not the event for you. Please leave.
For the rest of us who run slow as snails, hate running, never ran before, embarrassed to run, and will likely complain the whole time they are running-welcome! You have found your tribe.
Virtual Vibes:
Meetup (https://shorturl.at/Asnwa), Instagram (htt(…)
Intro to Collaborative Design: Figma 101 Hybrid Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Key Coworking
**Location:**
**In person:** Key Coworking, 1520 W Contour Dr, San Antonio, TX 78212
**Virtual:** [Intro to Collaborative Design: Figma 101 Hybrid Workshop](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83235235283?pwd=acx92DiUjofaWpstUIJLPQ8A7gChhq.1)
Get ready to explore the realm of collaborative design using Figma!
Join us for an engaging 3-hour Figma 101 Workshop, designed specifically for beginners. Whether (…)
San Antonio Local Meetup in Anchor Bar
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Anchor Bar
Hello Travelers,
Looking for an afternoon of connection and excitement? This is more than just a meetup—it’s a celebration of adventure and a shared passion for exploring the world!
Join us at the **San Antonio Local Meetup** at **Anchor Bar** to meet fellow travelers, swap stories, and get the inside scoop on our 2025-2026 cruises and land tours. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or just dreami(…)
Real Estate Group of SA
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: 3555 Fredericksburg Rd
Real Estate Group of SA holds an informal meetup on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.
There is usually a brief presentation by a local investor, contractor, or other business related to real estate investing. The rest of the time is to get together and network with newer and advanced investors. This is an opportunity to find deals, get help getting started, expand your network, or just ask question(…)
Bren Packing Party
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: Knoll Crest Apts
Hey y’all it’s Bren. So by now a majority of you know I’m moving to St Louis. I will miss everyone in this group so much. It’s been an honor and pleasure getting to know so many of you since 2022. No one up there will ever compare to the vibes yall bring.
I plan on getting the uhaul on March 11 or 12 and could use as much assistance loading it up. Big furniture includes: couch, loveseat, bed, dre(…)
Sound Bath Meditation: Blue Elephant Vibes @ Sweat Equity
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: Sweat Equity Infrared Saunas
[Sweat Equity’s](https://sweatequitysa.com/) Sound Bath of March takes place on Monday, March 10th from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm and is hosted by [Audrey Stephens, owner of Blue Elephant Vibes.](https://www.facebook.com/blueelephantvibes) Audrey is a Certified Vibrational Sound Therapist and Reiki practitioner who can harness the healing benefits of sound for the body on a cellular level.
Benefits of a(…)
Turtle racing @ Lil Woodrow’s Stone Oak
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: Lil Woodrows
Turtle Racing is back!!! Fans pick their winning turtle by selecting the cards with the turtle’s funny names and race numbers. The first one to reach the outside of a circle on the turtle race mat, wins. If you’re turtle wins, you may be lucky enough to win a prize in the multiple races that are run each night.(…)
Business Professionals of San Antonio March Networking Mixer
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: undefined
Unlock new opportunities in **2025**!
Don’t miss our upcoming March Mixer—an exceptional chance to network, learn, and connect with industry leaders.
This month we are highlighting the Youth Entrepreneurship Services!
Come out and meet the team and get to know more about this non profit!
Register now for an evening of growth and collaboration!
When: Wednesday, March 12th at 5:30pm
Where: [875(…)
Coffee and Conversation: Family & Children
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Bakery Lorraine
Join us for an insightful discussion on family backgrounds and future relationship goals. Discover how upbringing influences your views on family dynamics and relationships. Reflect on your family blueprint and how it shapes your expectations.
Discussion Focus:
* How has your upbringing shaped your views on relationships?
* How important is alignment on parenting and family goals?
* What role doe(…)
Steeping It Real Tea Talks
◦ When: Monday, Mar 10th
◦ Where: The Steeped leaf Tea Lounge @ Painted Tree Boutique
Hello Everyone!
Looking forward to seeing you all for our monthly meet up.
Come with your questions share some tea wisdom and let’s have tea!
We love having NEW tea folks join us, so if you’re new to the group, Welcome!
Cheers and blessings!
Tammy
Here’s a few important things to note:
*Arriving on time is ideal in order for us to have a brief meet & greet for those who are joining us for th(…)
🇮🇳🥙 Holi 🌈🎶
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: UTSA Main Campus
Holi is an Indian festival where dyed cornstarch and water is thrown at crowd members to celebrate the triumph of good over evil. (The cornstarch generally does not damage clothing nor stain the skin.) Admission/parking free. Food/drink and powered cornstarch $$.
See more here: https://indiasa.org/event.php?eid=116
Virtual Vibes:
Meetup (https://shorturl.at/Asnwa), Instagram (https://shorturl.at(…)
Women’s Luncheon
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: YAYA’S THAI RESTAURANT
Come meet women of all ages who support each other in our dreams. We laugh, encourage and discuss interesting topics! This month we’re meeting at Yaya’s Thai located at 5305 McCullough Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212 and here’s the yummy menu!
[https://www.yayasthai.com/](https://www.yayasthai.com/)
Looking forward to seeing you there!(…)
Dungeons of Drunks at Krazy Katsu
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Krazy Katsu
\*\*\*Disclamer, do not worry about the lack of RSVPs once most of the group attends they stop RSVPing and just join\*\*\*
Dungeons and Dragons. Food. Alcohol. and Fun.
Everyone is welcome at my table.
If you want to watch and learn that’s encouraged too, but good luck someone might talk you into playing.
Newcomers and veteran D&D players are welcome.
Rules:
Be kind
Be respectful of others
Know yo(…)
Free Draw at Bella Bathory Apothecary
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Bella Bathory Apothecary
This will be a more loose meeting where we’ll hang out and draw whatever we like together! I’ll bring some drawing books and we can learn something new together, you can work on a project you’ve been meaning to get to, or what have you. See you there!(…)
Dungeons of Drunks at Our Bar
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: Our Bar San Antonio
\*\*\*Disclamer, do not worry about the lack of RSVPs once most of the group attends they stop RSVPing and just join\*\*\*
Dungeons and Dragons. Food. Alcohol. and Fun.
We have a large group everyone is welcome at my table. We have 3 Dungeon Masters.
If you want to run a smaller side group that’s fine too.
If you want to watch and learn that’s encouraged too, but good luck someone might talk y(…)
Hand and Foot. (Vaccinated please)
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: Denny’s
We will eat and then play cards. Please bring your cards and shuffler if you have them. If you are unable to come, please change your response or phone me at 210-887-5244.(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
You can make more friends at one party by showing interest in them than in a month by trying to meet people online. Meeting new people and making genuine connections in local events can be fun and easy if you go with the right mindset.
When it comes to meeting new people, nothing beats showing up in the real world. But none of the tips will work if you are not coming from the right place. Keep an open mind when attending social events. Reframe strangers as potential friends, it will make it much easier to approach conversations and fully engage in them.
When choosing an event, keep an eye on interesting themes, something you can relate to. Meeting new people in the context of mutual interest increases your chances of being friends.
Research events with the types of people you want to meet. They could be people in your age group, your field of work, or a specific neighborhood. Do not be too strict though, loosen up a little bit from your expectations.
Go where people are intentionally looking to make friends such as networking events where it feels normal and expected to walk up and introduce yourself.
In this digital era, apps and websites are the most convenient solutions for finding out about local events. If you are not sure where to look for events happening in San Antonio, you can try out Visitsanantonio.com, Sanantonio.culturemap.com, or Sanantoniothingstodo.com.
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2025 San Antonio Brewsology
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Witte Museum
The boozy hybrid of your elementary school field trip
San Antonio Career Fair – March 13, 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: DoubleTree by Hilton San Antonio Airport
You’ll meet face-to-face with hiring decision-makers from some of the areas top employers. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes,
Norouz Persian New Year 2025
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: Rosenberg Skyroom at the University of the Incarnate Word
Our Annual Norouz Persian New Year Gala at the UIW Rosenberg Skyroom
Hi-C, Lil Yawh, LazyGod live in San Antonio March 11th, 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: 5162 Roosevelt Ave
Hi-C, Lil Yawh, LazyGod live in San Antonio March 11th, 2025
WUSA x Kirby – Women History Month Networking
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: Kirby Senior Center
Come join us for a fun and empowering networking event celebrating Women’s History Month with WUSA x Kirby – let’s connect, inspire, and upl
Grant Writing for Artists 101
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: Contemporary at Blue Star
Join us for an informative workshop where you’ll learn the ins and outs of grant writing.
Booked – Silent Book Club
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: Flower In Flour
Join us for Booked’s first monthly silent book club meeting! Bring your current read and come enjoy drinks and snacks with fellow readers.
Girl Talk Social
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: LYND
Come join us and meet some amazing new friends!
1st Annual Kids Sneaker Ball
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Solari Reception Hall
Allowed ages 3-16yrs old with an adult chaperone over the age 21yrs old. No alcohol permitted, security onsite.
San Antonio Cigar Festival 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Beethoven Maennerchor
¡Ven y únete a la fiesta del cigarro en San Antonio en el 2025, con degustaciones, música en vivo y diversión sin fin!
SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw (San Antonio)
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: The Josephine Theatre
SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw premieres in San Antonio Texas for ONE NIGHT ONLY March 11th 2025 – Tour Direct from New York
New Bankruptcy Local Rules
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: Quarry Golf Club
The Honorable Craig A. Gargotta, Chief U.S. Bankruptcy Judge will discuss the new bankruptcy local rules.
Interfaith Ramadan Dinner at San Antonio Food Bank
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: SA Food Bank Community Event Center
Join us for an evening of dialogue and friendship at Ramadan fast-breaking dinner benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank
Tejano Spring Jam 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Randy’s Bingo
¡Ven a disfrutar de la mejor música tejana en el Tejano Spring Jam 2025! ¡No te lo pierdas!
2025 Annual Muster and Social
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Big’z Burger Joint
We welcome all San Antonio Citadel Alumni Club Members, Family, Friends and Prospective Cadets to join us for our annual muster event.
The Official Lucky’s St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl – San Antonio
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Howl at the Moon
Join us for the ultimate St Paddy’s Bar Crawl in San Antonio, where good vibes, green drinks, and festive fun collide this March 15th!
Argentine Steakhouse
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Central Market San Antonio
Hands on. You will be cooking with a small team in this class.
THE CANDIDATE & THE CORPSE: A Murder Mystery with Maggiano’s at the Rim!
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy
Join us for a thrilling Murder Mystery night at Maggiano’s Little Italy at the Rim!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Sol Cypress, San Antonio, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Join in the fun onboard select floats in the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade – downtown only.