San Antonians have a number of choices to plan a fast trip or weekend getaway in Texas this month.
Vacationers on the hunt for a heat-busting journey exterior of San Antonio can mosey over to the Texas Hill Nation for a star-studded barbecue masterclass, catch a poolside movie screening at an iconic Austin motel, or take pleasure in an evening out with reside music at a newly reopened New Braunfels resort.
Listed below are CultureMap’s high picks for a July trip round Texas.
Austin
The long-lasting Austin Motel on South Congress is cooling off guests with its poolside Float Movie collection. Cult-classic ’90s movies are returning to the outside silver display all summer time lengthy with 10 Issues I Hate About You on July 10 and sci-fi motion blockbuster The Matrix on July 24. Doorways open at 5 pm, and the flicks start at nightfall. Tickets are $18 for kids and adults, and guests can buy a take-home pool float for $20. Tickets could be reserved by way of ResortPass.
Over 130 native musicians and bands will flock to Austin for the Pink River Cultural District’s donation-based music competition Scorching Summer time Nights from July 16-18. The annual competition offers native acts a paid alternative to play, presents music lovers an reasonably priced approach to meet up with the scene, and drives meals and beverage enterprise to venues throughout a seasonally gradual time. Tickets should not required, however RRCD asks followers to RSVP prematurely as a courtesy.
San Antonio
Texas vacationers can brush up on their Tejano historical past with two landmark exhibitions displaying on the Briscoe Western Artwork Museum this month. Selena Perpetually/Siempre Selena is a large-scale {photograph} assortment of the queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla, and Tejano Legacy: One other American Origin Story is a bilingual exhibit masking 400 years of Tejano historical past and tradition via uncommon artworks, artifacts, and extra. Siempre Selena is on view now, and Tejano Legacy opens July 24. The 2 reveals are supposed to complement one another, and each are included in common museum admission. Non-member museum admission is $16 per particular person with reductions for energetic responsibility navy, seniors, and college students.
Selena Perpetually/Siempre Selena is on show till January 4, 2027.Picture by John Dyer, courtesy of Briscoe Western Artwork Museum
The Hill Nation
Dripping Springs luxurious resort Camp Lucy will host a three-day Summer time Barbecue & Stay Fireplace Masterclass that includes 5 Texas pitmasters from July 27-29. The star-studded lineup contains two North Texas pitmasters — Noah Hester and Dayne Weaver — plus Austin pitmaster Evan LeRoy of LeRoy and Lewis, Waco’s Helberg Barbecue founder Phillip Helberg, and worldwide barbecue ambassador Dave McCormack. Attendees will get their fingers soiled with immersive training periods and revel in loads of smoked meats alongside the way in which. Three-day VIP single tickets are $2,500, VIP {couples} tickets are $3,250, and single-day passes for the principle occasion on July 28 are $450. Tickets could be bought by way of Eventbrite.
The newly reopened Faust Lodge in New Braunfels is bringing reside music to the Magnolia Patio with a brand new free music collection working Thursdays via Saturdays from 7-10 pm. The July expertise lineup spans varied genres from pop-country to R&B, and the resort has booked a number of native musicians, similar to Andi Holleman, Elysha LeMaster, Lacy Brinson, Jeremy Parsons, Man Vincent, and plenty of extra. Company can take pleasure in gentle bites and craft cocktails throughout every efficiency.
Houston
From July via September, company and guests on the Thompson Houston resort can work up a sweat whereas having fun with the rooftop pool with a brand new water aerobics collection led by wellness model Splash Society. The 50-minute courses promise a high-energy, rhythm-driven expertise that mixes cardio, power coaching, and Pilates-inspired motion. Every class additionally contains an after-class cocktail, entry to the pool till 1 pm, and a $15 credit score for valet parking. Courses will probably be held on July 11 and July 25 beginning at 10 am. Tickets are $85 per particular person and could be booked at hyattexperiences.com.
Nice Wolf Lodge Webster has unveiled an unique new lounge space that’s unique to 4 Nice Wolf Lodge places nationwide. The Sundown Social Membership is an out of doors patio lounge providing company a soothing approach to transition from the thrill of the day into a night of s’mores, fireplace pits, patio video games, and a curated menu of cocktails or mocktails. Company can even decide one among 4 connoisseur s’mores kits to get essentially the most out of a fireplace night. Stays at Nice Wolf Lodge begin at $199 per night time in July.
Dallas-Fort Value
Fort Value’s well-known Bowie Home resort is collaborating with West Texas’ award-winning Perini Ranch Steakhouse for a two-day ranch-to-table dinner collection on July 22-23. A seven-course tasting meal that includes Perini Ranch’s premium cuts will probably be developed by Bowie Home’s government chef Antonio Votta. Lisa and Tom Perini will probably be in attendance for an in-depth dialog about their ranch, its livestock, and the legacy and tradition of “Cowboy Cooking.” Tickets are $235 per particular person (plus tax and repair charge) and could be reserved by way of Resy.
Coming Quickly
We’re looking forward to two high-profile Texas openings coming later this 12 months that are actually obtainable for reserving.
Canyon Ranch, one of many world’s most celebrated wellness manufacturers, is now accepting reservations at its new 600-acre Spicewood retreat in preparation for its extremely anticipated debut in October. Canyon Ranch Austin spa-resort boasts 141 visitor rooms that overlook 1.5 miles of Lake Travis and the countryside past. The sprawling property additionally incorporates a number of wellness services similar to a 40,000-square-foot spa, 4 meals and beverage ideas, sport courts and swimming pools, and a lot extra. Stays begin at $1,325 per night time, which features a $200 nightly spa and health credit score. Stays could be booked on canyonranch.com.
A reimagined historic resort on the San Antonio River Stroll is now accepting reservations forward of its December debut. Sítio El Tropicano will boast 315 visitor rooms and three meals and beverage ideas spearheaded by Austin hospitality group Emmer & Rye. The property has additionally opened functions for its Sítio Membership, an unique membership providing precedence cabana, eating, and spa reservations; member-only entry to areas over the River Stroll; visitor room upgrades; and a calendar of seasonal programming.
