Events
BY ANDREW CREELMAN
Nighthawk Winterfest This event—hosted by Northeast Lakeview College—will have games, food trucks, fireworks and more to kick off the season. • Dec. 5, 5:30-8 p.m. • Free (admission)
Holida z zle Kick off the holiday season with this annual event featuring wintry attractions, local vendors, live music and more. • Dec. 6, times vary
• $10 (Breakfast with Santa); free (admission for parade and market) • Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz • www.schertz.com/470/holidazzle
• 1201 Kitty Hawk Road, Live Oak • www.alamo.edu/nlc/calendar
Paws to Read Children can practice literacy skills by reading to trained therapy dogs in a relaxed setting. Pre-registration required. • Nov. 26, 1-2 p.m. • Free • Schertz Public Library, 798 Schertz Parkway, Schertz • www.schertz.com
Blame the Comic Catch the routine of this Houston-based comedian as he comes to Selma for a performance. This event is 21 and up only. Ticket holders unable to present a valid ID showing they are at least 21 years old will not be admitted and will not be eligible for a refund. • Dec. 5-6, 7:30 p.m. • $18 (admission) • Turf & Field Club at Retama Park, 1 Retama Parkway, Selma • https://tickets.retamapark.com/events Cibolo Holid a y Parade Experience Cibolo’s annual parade, local vendor market and tree lighting all-in-one at this holiday event. • Dec. 6, 11 a.m. holiday parade, 3-7:30 p.m. vendor market, 6 p.m. tree lighting • Free (admission) • Main Street and Pfeil Road, Cibolo • www.cibolotx.gov Tis the Season Cookie Decorating Class Decorate six cookies with holiday themes at this hand- on workshop. Parents must be present for all individuals under the age of 18 and hands on for children under the age of 6. • Dec. 18, 6-8 p.m. • $40 (admission) • City of Schertz North Center, 3501 Morning Drive, Schertz • Facebook event page: City of Schertz Parks and Recreation This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.
November
Jingle Jolly Christmas Fe st ival See snow, holiday vendors, live music and various themed contests at this annual festival in Selma. • Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • $10 (12 and over); $5 (children 12 and younger) • Retama Park, 1 Retama Parkway, Selma • www.jinglejollychristmas.com Bubble Run 5K Run or walk in this themed 5K featuring bubbles, color packets and a post-competition celebration. • Nov. 22, 8 a.m. race start • $54.95 • Real Life Amphitheater, 16765 Lookout Road, Selma • www.bubblerun.com/locations/san-antonio Winter Family Movie N ight Watch this showing of the film “Elf.” Guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets. • Nov. 22, 6-8 p.m. • Free (admission) • Schertz Family YMCA, 621 Westchester Drive, Schertz • Facebook event page: Schertz Family YMCA San Antonio Cards & More Holiday Gift Show Head to this card and collectible expo featuring vendors with Pokémon, Funko, Magic: The Gathering goods and more. • Nov. 22-23, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; 10-11 a.m. early access for VIP passes • $5 (admission), $10 (VIP admission), kids 12 and under free • Hilton Garden Inn, 8101 Pat Booker Road, Live Oak • www.cardsandmoretour.com/upcomingevents
Mario Moreno & Th e Smokin’ Gun Band Listen to this country band perform live along with
dancing and more. • Nov. 28, 8 p.m. • Free (admission)
• VFW Post 8315 Canteen, 1000 FM 78, Schertz • Facebook event page: VFW Post 8315 Canteen
Classic Christ m as The festival will have light displays, crafting workshops, food, drinks, photo opportunities and more. • Nov. 28-Dec. 28, times vary based on tickets • $21-29 (admission) • Toyota Field, 5106 David Edwards Drive, San Antonio • www.classicchristmas.com/san-antonio
December
Univer s al City Tree Lighting Get ready for the holidays with this tree lighting event and festival. This event will have food trucks, live music and more.
• Dec. 2, 6-8 p.m. • Free (admission)
• 2150 Universal City Blvd., Universal City • Facebook event page: City of Universal City
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