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In A Pickle Festival – San Antonio
In A Pickle Festival will be held at the spacious Helotes Festival Grounds with two full days of fun and timed-entry tickets (a limited amount per timed entrance will be sold, so get them fast) to keep the experience smooth, and enjoyable for everyone.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 19th (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM) & Sunday, September 20th (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM), 2026
Location: Helotes Festival Grounds, 12210 Leslie Rd, Helotes, TX 78023
Admission: Ticketed event with timed entry (pricing and purchase info? Click here for more on ticket availability
Note: Tickets are not sold by Hues by Sue
Michael's Craft Store Grand Opening
Grand Opening Celebration — Michael’s San Antonio
Swing by for a day of crafty fun and Texas-sized excitement as Michael’s opens its doors in San Antonio! Hues by Sue will be there with a booth full of original hand-painted watercolor pieces, custom pet portrait sign-ups, and small art treasures perfect for gifting or treating yourself.
What to expect
Maker Market Booths — Shop local makers and find one-of-a-kind goods (yes, original pet portraits available!)
Armadillo Racing — Cheer on these speedy critters for a truly Texan spectacle
Mechanical Bull Riding — Test your rodeo mettle or watch fearless riders hang on
Food Trucks — Tacos, BBQ, sweet treats, and more to keep you fueled
Latin Dance Team — Lively performances to get your feet tapping
Mariachi Band — Traditional sounds to bring the fiesta vibe
Pet Adoption — Meet adoptable animals and give a fur-ever friend a chance
And more surprises throughout the day!
Event Details
Location: Michael’s Grand Opening — 11655 Bandera Road, San Antonio, TX
Date & Time: Friday, September 11; 9am - 2pm
Cost: Free to attend (fees may apply for some activities or food)
Why stop by Hues by Sue?
I’ll have original watercolor art, live demos, and sign-ups for custom pet portraits — perfect if you want an unforgettable keepsake of your furry friend. Come say hi, grab a colorful piece, and celebrate the new Michaels with a day of art, music, and Texas-sized fun!
Bring family, friends, and your playful spirit — see you at the grand opening!
Christmas in July
The Hill Country Family Market: Christmas in July Edition is a popular summer event at The Meadows in Helotes, Texas. It’s a family-friendly indoor market with boutique shopping, festive decorations, and treats—perfect for a mid-year holiday escape from the heat.
14108 Bandera Road, Helotes TX
Helotes Marketplace - July 4
NOTE: the City of Helotes has cancelled the Marketplace on Saturday July 4
Helotes Marketplace - June 6
NOTE: The Hues by Sue booth will not be attending the Marketplace Event on Saturday June 6
Helotes Marketplace (Sep)
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Helotes Marketplace (Aug)
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Helotes Marketplace (July)
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Helotes Independence Day Celebration!
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Lackland AFB Exchange Car Show & Pop Up Market
Free event: DOD access required.
Join in for a Military Car show and Pop-Up market! Enjoy cars, trucks, motorcycles, plus Food Trucks, and Liz’s GoinBananas Popup Market for the whole family to enjoy.
Address: Lackland Exchange Parking Lot, 2180 Reese St., Building 1385