Free event! Tickets are available at the Fiesta San Antonio Commission, 2611 Broadway or at installation ITT/MWR offices. For more information call (210) 671-3934.
esta® King Selamat (tamales spelled backwards), in 1904. Admission: $75, paid in advance. For information and reservations, call (210) 732-4811.
CORNYATION 2013
Fiesta Cornyation Inc. President: Thomas McKenzie Commissioner: Jesse Mata April 23-25, Shows at 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. each evening Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 226 N. St. Mary’s St. Cornyation dates back to 1964, when it was staged at the Arneson River Theatre as part of A Night in Old San Antonio®. Its irreverent pokes at politics and prominent and notso-prominent world events led to its demise as part of NIOSA. In 1982 local artists and designers revived the celebration and it has grown to be a major part of Fiesta®. King Anchovy presides over the festivities surrounding the duchesses, queens, vice empress and empress of the 2013 court’s bows. Hilarity, nonsense and merriment escalate as the court unfolds. The all-volunteer crew of more than 150 donates 100 percent of the box office receipts to charity ($142,000 in 2012). Refreshments are available. Show recommended for adults only. Ticket prices range from $15 to $30. Tickets are available at the Arts Center Enterprises box office, 224 E. Houston St., and at the Fiesta Store®, 2611 Broadway, starting March 22 at 10 a.m. Tickets will also be available through Ticketmaster (call for details). Doors for the performances will open one hour before show time. All seats reserved. For further information visit www.cornyation.org.
Wednesday, April 24 FIESTA® LUNCHEON, HAT CONTEST & STYLE SHOW
The Woman’s Club of San Antonio President: Rosemary Sundeen Commissioner: Liz Jauer April 24, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade, 9821 Colonnade Blvd Rich in history and tradition, the Woman’s Club of San Antonio celebrates its 115th anniversary, hosting the official Luncheon, Hat Contest and Style Show with proceeds benefiting scholarships, charities and restoration of the historic Woodward House, home of the Woman’s Club of San Antonio since 1926. The house was built and owned by Mr. Dave Woodward, the first Fi-
ARMY AT THE ALAMO
U.S. Army North and the Army Team at Fort Sam Houston April 24, 1:00 p.m. Alamo, Under the Arbor The Army at the Alamo features a free concert by the 323d Army Band, Fort Sam’s Own. The public is encouraged to come out and enjoy patriotic music performed by some of the Army’s finest musicians. Army leaders from various Army Commands on Fort Sam Houston will be on hand to talk and answer questions about the Army’s role here at Fort Sam Houston and the many vital Army missions performed at the historic post. Free event. For more information call (210) 221-2178.
FIESTA® SAN FERNANDO
San Fernando Cathedral President: Very Rev. Tony Vilano Commissioner: Leroy Garcia April 24-27, San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza Fiesta® San Fernando will feature 2 stages with some of San Antonio’s top artists, as well as several up and coming bands. This year’s musical line-up will include: alternative, classic rock, country and jazz/blues. We will also feature several Norteño, Conjunto and Tejano bands. Fiesta® San Fernando has something for the entire family. In addition to the great music, there will be a variety of food and arts and crafts booths. Free admission. Fiesta® San Fernando benefits the continuing restoration and operation of the cathedral, the oldest sanctuary in the United States. Hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, noon-midnight; Saturday noon-1 a.m. For more information email events@sfcathedral.org, call (210) 227-1297 x107 or visit www.sfcathedral.org/news.html.
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