Día de los Muertos Events You Won’t Want to Miss

Pearl ofrenda. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.

Where to Celebrate Día de los Muertos in San Antonio: A Guide to New and Expanded Events

From art-filled altars to soulful dinners, the city honors life, love, and remembrance.

San Antonio is a city that remembers, a place where history, heart, and heritage intertwine beautifully during Día de los Muertos. In 2025, the celebration grows even more vibrant, with expanded events at Pearl, Pullman Market, and Clementine. Whether you’re drawn by the music, the food, or the cultural traditions, these celebrations offer a meaningful way to honor loved ones and embrace the spirit of community.

Día de los Muertos at Pearl

Dates: Saturday, November 1 & Sunday, November 2
Location: Pearl Park

Pearl once again comes alive with color, music, and memory as it hosts its annual Día de los Muertos festivities, now a two-day celebration.

Highlights include:

Large-scale, artist-curated ofrendas across the Pearl campus
Live performances by Grupo Volcan (Sunday)
Children’s art activities hosted by the Consulado de México
A communal procession through Pearl on Sunday evening at 7:15 p.m.
Roaming entertainers, art installations, and food inspired by Mexican traditions
A Catrin & Catrina Contest featuring a partnership with i la Catrina, showcasing seven live fashion Catrinas that tell the story and evolution of La Catrina through the ages

Special Experiences:

Sabores de México at Pearl – November 2 at Stable Hall
A ticketed event featuring live-fire cooking, storytelling, traditional gastronomy, and music honoring Mexico’s ancestral flavors and cultural heritage.
Día de los Muertos Dinner at Hotel Emma – Festive food, drinks, ofrendas, and live music.

Mark your calendars and experience a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community remembrance at Pearl.

Pullman Market: A Four-Day Celebration

Dates: October 23 – November 2
Location: Pullman Market

Pullman Market honors Día de los Muertos with a lively four-day celebration featuring ofrendas, costume contests, live DJ sets, and family-friendly fun at Mezquite.

Event Highlights:

Ofrenda Live (Oct. 23–Nov. 2): The Pullman Market altar honors San Antonio’s farmers and market pioneers, adorned with fresh produce, baked goods, and a Texas beer as an offering of remembrance.
Muertos Mariachi (Oct. 30, 5–7 p.m.): Enjoy live mariachi performances by the market’s ofrenda, blending music and memory in a community gathering.
Muertos at Mezquite (Nov. 1–2): A two-day celebration of music, color, and community featuring food, fun, and festive beats for the whole family.

Halloween Offerings at Pullman Market

Mezquite Halloween Pachanga – Friday, October 31, 6:30 p.m. to midnight
Celebrate with food, music, and costume contests for both kids and adults.
Trick-or-Treating – All day across the market
Late-Night DJ – Until midnight in the Mezcaleria

Clementine’s Día de los Muertos Dinner

Date: Sunday, November 2 | 4 p.m.–8 p.m.
Location: Clementine, Castle Hills

Clementine, the beloved Castle Hills restaurant, is hosting its annual Día de los Muertos dinner in collaboration with 2M Smokehouse and Baked.

Chefs John and Elise Russ, Esaul Ramos Jr., and Grecia Ramos join forces for a one-night-only six-course prix-fixe menu, a heartfelt celebration of remembrance, flavor, and community.

Evening Highlights:

Mariachi performances and a stunning community ofrenda on the patio
Guests can write love affirmations for departed loved ones and place them on the ofrenda
Interactive beverage tasting stations featuring a curated selection of wines

To close the evening, Elise and Grecia will present Día de los Muertos-inspired desserts, including creative takes on pan de muerto, calabaza treats, mini sundaes, and sweet mignardises.

Reservations:

$135 per person (excluding tax and gratuity)
Optional wine pairing: $65
Book via OpenTable

Clementine’s annual dinner is a beautiful tribute to loved ones, where food, music, and shared memories bring the community together in true Día de los Muertos spirit.

Celebrate, Remember, and Reconnect

From Pearl’s grand installations to intimate culinary experiences at Clementine, San Antonio offers countless ways to celebrate life and honor those who came before us. This Día de los Muertos season, immerse yourself in the city’s rich blend of culture, remembrance, and community spirit.

Ink & Dagger’s Complete Works Rise Again

Pivotal 90s hardcore/punks Ink & Dagger announces catalog reissue. Photo: Chris P., used with permission.

Ink & Dagger: The Complete Works — The Vampiric Legends of Philadelphia Rise Again

Philadelphia, PA — From 1996 to 1999, Philadelphia’s Ink & Dagger burned like a Roman candle, blurring the lines between punk, hardcore, and psychedelia. They were an enigma wrapped in rumors, vampire lore, and blood-spattered theatrics. Equal parts chaos and prank, their ever-shifting lineup fed on energy and spat it back as something entirely their own. (another side, 2025)

Controversial, influential, and long out of print, the band’s complete legacy has finally risen from the grave. Trust Records has announced a full reissue of Ink & Dagger’s discography across three standalone LPs:

Drive This Seven Inch Wooden Stake Through My Philadelphia Heart
The Fine Art of Original Sin
Ink & Dagger

All audio has been remastered by David Cooley (M83, Tame Impala, Jimmy Eat World). Each album will be available in stores and on digital platforms for the first time ever on October 31.

The Deluxe Box Set: Ink & Dagger — The Complete Works

A deluxe edition box set, Ink & Dagger: The Complete Works, has also been announced. This limited release (only 500 copies) includes:

All three remastered LPs
A fourth LP titled Experiments in Nocturnal Sound and Energy: Singles 96–99
A book/insert titled “The Almighty” by writer Erik Bader
Box design by visual artist Jeremy Dean

Ink & Dagger: The Complete Works ships March 2026.

The Albums

LP 1 — Drive This Seven Inch Wooden Stake Through My Philadelphia Heart

Includes the band’s first two EPs and a bonus track. This marks the first time the collection is available on vinyl, it was originally CD-only in the ’90s.
Featuring blistering early cuts like:

“The Changeling”
“Frigid Shortcomings”
“The Road to Hell”
“Full Circle”

LP 2 — The Fine Art of Original Sin

Originally released in 1998, this was Ink & Dagger’s first full-length album, an unholy collision of punk, hardcore, electronica, and rock & roll. Fine Art captured the band at their creative and chaotic peak.

LP 3 — Ink & Dagger

Released posthumously in 2000 by Buddyhead, this album was the band’s final statement, a swirling, psychedelic soundscape that defied category. It offered a haunting glimpse of a future that never came.

LP 4 — Experiments in Nocturnal Sound and Energy: Singles 96–99

Exclusive to the box set, this LP compiles B-sides, singles, and split releases, a sinister showcase of the band’s boundary-pushing sound experiments.

The Legacy

In 1996, Philadelphia hardcore veterans Sean McCabe (Crud Is a Cult, Mandela Strike Force) and Don Devore (Frail, The Icarus Line, The Lilys) set out to create a new kind of band, a century-ending statement that would explode underground music’s boundaries.

Their vision fused punk aggression with occult mystique and a heavy dose of theatrical mischief. They presented rock & roll as a psychic vampire, feeding on energy to achieve immortality.

Tragically, during what was meant to be a short hiatus, frontman Sean McCabe died in 2000 at the age of 27. His death, like much of Ink & Dagger’s story, remains wrapped in mystery, leaving behind a blazing but brief legacy that refused to die.

For decades, their long out-of-print recordings circulated only among collectors and diehards. Stories of blood-soaked performances and chaotic tours became modern myth.

The Resurrection

Now, decades later, Ink & Dagger’s shock and awe return in full force.
A caustic keystone of hardcore history, these reissues don’t just preserve the past, they resurrect it, fangs bared, to inspire a new generation of the wild and the fearless.

Ink & Dagger: The Complete Works
Available October 31 (LPs)
Deluxe Box Set Ships March 2026

Pre-order/Pre-save here.

Love and Loss in Wartime – Mario Fortunato’s ‘The Innocent Days of War’

‘The Innocent Days of War’ is a haunting portrait of WWII lives. Photo: Other Press

Book Spotlight: The Innocent Days of War by Mario Fortunato

Fans of John Boyne and Simon Mawer will find much to admire in Mario Fortunato’s latest novel, The Innocent Days of War (On Sale: October 28, 2025). This gripping coming-of-age story unfolds against the sweeping backdrop of World War II, tracing how love, ambition, and destiny intertwine as Italy and England are forever changed by the war. (Other Press, 2025)

A Story of Youth, War, and Intersecting Lives

Set in central Italy on the eve of World War II, the novel introduces a group of young Italians whose lives are about to be upended by history. Among them is Stefano Portelli, a hopeful young lawyer filled with idealism and in love with Eleonora. His sister-in-law Nina hides a secret relationship with Sergio, a partisan leader fighting for his cause.

Meanwhile, across the Channel, the story follows Alastair Ormiston, an English Royal Air Force pilot who finds solace in the works of Virginia Woolf as he dreams of an ideal companion. His best friend, Edna, seeks her own sense of purpose and joy amid the devastation of Nazi bombings in London.

When these characters’ paths intersect, the result is both tragic and transformative—a convergence of love, loss, and fate that consumes everything in its wake, blending joy and pain into a single, unforgettable tapestry.

About the Author

Mario Fortunato was born in Cirò, Calabria, Italy. A longtime literary critic for L’Espresso, he continues to write for Süddeutsche Zeitung and has contributed to The Guardian and Le Monde. Fortunato is a former director of the Antonio Ratti Foundation and the author of several novels, including South (Other Press, 2023). He has also translated the works of literary greats such as Evelyn Waugh, Virginia Woolf, and Henry James into Italian.

About the Translator

Julia MacGibbon has translated fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, including Sunken City by Marta Barone. She lives near Rome.

Praise for Mario Fortunato:

“As I read Fortunato’s writing, I have the impression of being faced with that kind of writer, rare in Italian literature, who, despite starting from a poetic state of mind, nevertheless manages to be a storyteller.”
—Alberto Moravia

“Mario Fortunato is a natural storyteller.”
—Doris Lessing

Pasqual Gutierrez’ Serious People Explores Work, Identity, and Fatherhood

🎬 Serious People

“Life’s a Movie”

Written and Directed by: Pasqual Gutierrez & Ben Mullinkosson
Produced by: Ryan Hahn, Laurel Thomson, Teddy Lee
Starring: Pasqual Gutierrez, Christine Yuan, RJ Sanchez, Miguel Huerta

Official Selection: Sundance Film Festival 2025
In Theaters: November 14, 2025
On Demand: December 16, 2025 (all major platforms)

Tribeca Films x Memory Present Serious People

About the Film

Serious People follows successful music video director Pasqual Gutierrez, who faces a life-altering dilemma on the due date of his first child: accept the biggest music video project of his career or finally step back and focus on his family. (Emma Griffiths PR, 2025)

Frustrated by his lack of balance, Pasqual makes a bold decision, he casts a doppelgänger named Miguel to fill his shoes in his directing duo, Cliqua, while he takes paternity leave. But as he spends more time teaching Miguel how to inhabit his life, the line between real and replacement begins to blur.

The result is a sharp, funny, and emotionally charged look at ambition, identity, and the replaceability of people in clout-driven Los Angeles. The film ultimately asks: What does it mean to be a director, a parent, and, most of all, a real person?

Running Time: 86 minutes (USA, Feature Film)

Behind the Camera

Pasqual Gutierrez

An award-winning American filmmaker, Gutierrez is best known as one half of Cliqua, the powerhouse directing duo behind some of the biggest music videos of the past decade. Together with RJ Sanchez, he’s collaborated with Bad Bunny, Rosalia, J Balvin, Madonna, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd, among many others.

Gutierrez’ work has earned multiple nominations and an MTV VMA, and his debut short film Shut Up & Fish, now Oscar-qualified, has been making waves on the festival circuit. Serious People marks his first narrative feature film, which made its world premiere at Sundance 2025.

Ben Mullinkosson

Co-writer and co-director Ben Mullinkosson brings his documentary sensibility to Serious People, blending realism with dark humor. His 2023 documentary The Last Year of Darkness won the Special Jury Mention at CPH:DOX and was released by MUBI.

Mullinkosson’s earlier work includes Gnarly in Pink (Tribeca Film Festival, 2013), distributed by The New York Times Op-Docs, and a series of acclaimed shorts that have earned Vimeo Staff Picks and millions of online views.

Why Serious People Matters

Serious People is a reflection on modern creativity, work, and self-worth. It’s a satire of hustle culture wrapped in a heartfelt story about fatherhood and identity. The film captures what it feels like to be torn between personal meaning and professional validation, a tension many of us know all too well.

Opening in theaters on November 14, with a Video On Demand release on December 16, this debut feature promises to be one of the most talked-about indie films of the year.

Serious People poster. Photo: Tribeca Films/Memory, used with permission.

Hotel Contessa’s Monthlong Día de los Muertos Festivities

Hotel Contessa will host various spirited activations for Día de los Muertos. Photo: Hotel Contessa, used with permission.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos All Month Long at Hotel Contessa

This October, Hotel Contessa invites guests and locals alike to experience a vibrant monthlong Día de los Muertos celebration along San Antonio’s iconic River Walk. The festivities will feature colorful cultural traditions, hands-on workshops, culinary delights, and live entertainment designed to honor remembrance and bring the community together. (Hotel Contessa, 2025)

🎉 Día de los Muertos River Parade Celebration

📍 River Level Atrium & River Patio
🗓 Friday, Oct. 24 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

San Antonio’s Day of the Dead River Parade returns with elaborately decorated floats, catrinas, and costumed riders. Guests staying at Hotel Contessa can enjoy front-row seats to the parade, plus face painting, mariachi music, a live DJ, and local tacos and food vendors.

🎟 Tickets: $50–$110 (via Eventbrite)
Status: Sold Out

🌺 Día de los Muertos River Parade – VIP Terrace Experience

📍 Private Rooftop Terrace
🗓 Friday, Oct. 24 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Enjoy an elevated view of the River Parade from Hotel Contessa’s private rooftop terrace. This exclusive VIP experience includes two specialty cocktails, private bar access, DJ entertainment, and a flower crown-making station. VIP guests will also be entered into a raffle to win a one-night stay at Hotel Contessa in 2026.

🎟 Tickets: Starting at $175 per person (Eventbrite)

🌮 Street Taco Cook-Off with St. Philip’s College

📍 River Patio
🗓 Saturday, Oct. 25 | 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Watch as culinary students from St. Philip’s College compete to create the best taco in town. Guests can enjoy complimentary light bites and refreshments while cheering on the chefs.

🎟 Free and open to the public — no RSVP required.

🎨 Make Your Own Altar: Kids Workshop

📍 River Level Atrium
🗓 Saturday, Oct. 25 | 2–3:30 p.m.

Perfect for kids 12 and under, this interactive workshop led by local artist Mary Carmen Sessions teaches the traditions of Día de los Muertos through hands-on art projects. Children will create tissue paper marigolds, colorful papel picado, and mini pan de muerto from modeling clay while learning the meaning behind each symbol.

🎟 Tickets: $25 per child (includes supplies, drink, and snacks) — purchase tickets [here].

🍸 Spirits & Sips Altar Workshop (Adults Only)

📍 River Level Atrium
🗓 Saturday, Oct. 25 | 6–7:30 p.m.

An evening for adults to sip, socialize, and create. Guests will design their own mini altar while enjoying a signature cocktail and learning about the cultural significance of altar traditions.

🎟 Tickets: $55 per person (includes cocktail and altar kit) — purchase tickets [here].

🖼️ Monthly Art Fair: Día de los Muertos Edition + CAST School Art Reveal

📍 River Level Atrium
🗓 Sunday, Oct. 26 | 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

This special edition of Hotel Contessa’s monthly art fair transforms the atrium into a lively marketplace of local artists and artisans, featuring Día de los Muertos–inspired works. Guests can also enjoy a student art reveal from CAST School, where young artists collaborate with professional mentors.

🎟 Free and open to the public — no RSVP required.

👻 Spooky Spa Halloween Party

📍 Rooftop Spa
🗓 Thursday, Oct. 31 | 6–9 p.m.

Cap off the month with an adults-only Halloween celebration at Hotel Contessa’s rooftop spa. Enjoy spa and jacuzzi access, themed demos, light bites, spooky cocktails, and a crystal sound bath experience. Guests can sign up for up to three spa sessions, including chair massages, Japanese head spa demos, infrared sauna services, and cold plunge stretch sessions.

The evening also includes adult trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and complimentary parking.

🎟 Sound bath tickets: $30 per person (limited availability; RSVP required)

📍 Hotel Contessa
306 W. Market St.
San Antonio, TX 78205

The Spells’ 1997 Masterpiece The Night Has Eyes Finally Sees the Light

The Spells to release debut LP nearly 30 years later. Photo: Nick Zinner, used with permission.

The Spells Unearth Long-Lost 1997 Debut The Night Has Eyes

Long-lost NYC trio The Spells has announced the long-overdue release of their 1997 debut album The Night Has Eyes, arriving Halloween 2025 on vinyl and digital via Garganta Press. The deluxe LP package includes a 16-page booklet filled with never-before-seen photos and stories from the band’s brief but unforgettable run. (US/THEM Group, 2025)

Originally shelved after the band dissolved in 1998, The Night Has Eyes became the stuff of underground legend, whispered about among fans of ‘90s garage punk and NYC’s darker sonic corners. Now, nearly three decades later, it finally sees the light of day.

From Austin to NYC: A Short, Brilliant Flame

The Spells, made up of Nicole Barrick (guitar, vocals), Marisa Pool (bass, vocals), and Leni Zumas (drums) formed in Austin, TX in 1995, rising from the ashes of an earlier project called The Red Scare. They relocated to New York City, where they recorded their debut with producer Greg Talenfeld (Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Pavement, The Walkmen) at Waterworks Studio in November 1997.

A Hidden Treasure Resurfaces

The newly mastered LP, produced by Greg Talenfeld and The Spells and mastered for vinyl by Honza Kapak at Hellsound Studio in the Czech Republic, captures the raw energy and shadowy allure of the late-‘90s NYC underground.

The 16-page booklet features unseen photos from Nick Zinner (Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Iggy Pop) and Lilian Lee, taken during the band’s final years in 1997–98.

Read the full story and in-depth interview with The Spells today via It’s Psychedelic Baby Magazine.

Pre-orders for The Night Has Eyes are available now HERE.

Artist: The Spells
Album: The Night Has Eyes
Record Label: Garganta Press
Release Date: October 31, 2025

The Night Has Eyes tracklist:

Lilith
Vanishing Act
Strange
Snow White’s Coffin
The Night Has Eyes
If The World Should End Tonight
Isadora
Yumiko

Photo: Nick Zinner, used with permission

Dead Giveaway: The Hilarious Horror Premiere Lighting Up the Philadelphia Film Festival

Mikaela Hoover and Ruby Modine in Dead Giveaway. Photo: VP Independent, used with permission.

🎬 Philadelphia Film Festival 2025: Celebrating the Best in Global Cinema

Every October, the Philadelphia Film Festival transforms the city into a global stage for cinematic storytelling — welcoming tens of thousands of film lovers, emerging talents, and celebrated filmmakers for an electrifying 11-day experience. (Philadelphia Film Society, 2025)

Curated by the Philadelphia Film Society’s expert programming team, who travel the world from Sundance to Cannes, Berlin to Toronto, the Festival delivers a handpicked lineup of the year’s most talked-about, award-winning, and visionary films. From bold debuts to international sensations, every screening is a chance to discover the next big thing in film.

This year’s Festival runs October 16–26, 2025, featuring 11 days of world-class cinema, exclusive events, and celebrations that bring the city’s film community together.

🌟 Spotlight Feature: Dead Giveaway

World Premiere | Section: Filmadelphia

One of the most anticipated screenings of the Festival is Ian Kimble’s Dead Giveaway, a wickedly funny horror-comedy making its world premiere right here in Philadelphia. (Emma Griffiths PR, 2025)

Film Details

Feature Film (USA)
Genre: Horror Comedy
Runtime: 87 minutes
Year: 2025

Written and Directed by: Ian Kimble
Producers: Suzann Toni, Andrew Vogel, Ian Kimble
Executive Producer: Hallee Adelman
Co-Producer: Amanda Frederick

Starring:

Ruby Modine (Silent Night, Deadly Night, Shameless)
Mikaela Hoover (Superman [2025])
Scout Taylor-Compton (Rob Zombie’s Halloween)

🩸 Synopsis

Jill (Ruby Modine) wakes up from a blackout night of drinking and partying to find herself covered in blood — and sharing her bed with a dead man. Hungry, hungover, horrified, and possibly a murderer, she scrambles to clean up before her roommate Sarah (Suzann Toni) notices.

When her best friend Lia (Mikaela Hoover) shows up, half-concerned, half-annoyed, she reluctantly agrees to help Jill figure out what happened, but only under one condition: they have to make it to brunch before 3 p.m.

What follows is a blood-soaked comedy of errors involving mistaken identities, suspicious visitors, and a very inconvenient corpse. Between hiding bodies, dodging questions, and keeping their mimosas on schedule, Jill and Lia stumble through a hangover-fueled nightmare where every fix only makes things worse.

With an endlessly creative script by Ian Kimble, Dead Giveaway delivers a sharp mix of horror and humor — and the irresistible chemistry between Ruby Modine and Mikaela Hoover keeps audiences laughing (and screaming) until the very end.

🎥 About the Filmmaker

Ian Kimble is a writer, producer, and director with a background in award-winning short films and independent features. Dead Giveaway marks his feature debut as writer, director, and producer — expanding on one of his original short films. With this project, Kimble cements his place as one of Philadelphia’s most exciting emerging filmmakers.

📅 Screening Schedule

Philadelphia Film Festival 2025 Official Screenings

World Premiere
📍 Friday, October 17 at 9:45 p.m.
Location: Film Society Center
1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Encore Screening
📍 Sunday, October 26 at 8:00 p.m.
Location: Film Society East
125 S. 2nd St., Philadelphia, PA 19106

Whether you’re a die-hard horror fan or just love a clever dark comedy, Dead Giveaway is a must-see at this year’s Philadelphia Film Festival, proof that the city’s film scene is as bold, fresh, and fearless as ever.

Dr. Scott Bonn’s One-Man True Crime Show Comes to the Empire Theatre

Criminologist Dr. Scott Bonn brings the terrifying minds of serial killers to the San Antonio stage. Photo: ATG Entertainment

Step Inside the Minds of Serial Killers: Dr. Scott Bonn’s Chilling One-Man Show Comes to San Antonio

What makes someone kill again and again—and feel nothing? Why are we so captivated by those who commit the unthinkable? If you’ve ever found yourself glued to a true crime documentary, questioning the psychology behind the world’s most notorious murderers, Dr. Scott Bonn is about to take you deeper than you’ve ever gone before.

San Antonio, TX — Renowned criminologist, media commentator, and author Dr. Scott Bonn is bringing his chilling and thought-provoking one-man show to the Empire Theatre on Thursday, October 23, 2025. This thrilling evening promises audiences an unprecedented look inside the twisted minds of some of history’s most infamous serial killers. (ATG Entertainment, 2025)

🎟 Tickets are available online.

A Rare Glimpse Into the Darkest Corners of the Human Mind

Dr. Scott Bonn, widely recognized for his expert commentary in true crime documentaries and major media appearances, has studied and interacted with infamous figures such as Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer. His sharp insights and compelling storytelling have captivated audiences nationwide, with appearances on NPR and other major outlets sparking surges in ticket demand wherever he performs.

What to Expect

Audiences attending this unforgettable evening will experience Dr. Bonn’s penetrating exploration of:

The motivations, fantasies, and compulsions that drive serial killers—and why they cannot stop.
The key differences between psychopaths and sociopaths.
The origins and secrets of FBI criminal profiling.
The myths surrounding serial killers, including the belief that they are all white males or “evil geniuses” like Hannibal Lecter.
Why the true crime audience is predominantly female, and what this reveals about society’s enduring fascination with the macabre.

“Join me for a thrilling evening at the Empire Theatre on October 23rd when I’ll delve into the terrifying minds of serial killers in my exciting one-man show. Together, we will uncover the mysteries of their dark motives and deplorable acts, and explore the curious allure that captivates true crime fans everywhere.”
— Dr. Scott Bonn

The Mind Behind the Madness

Dr. Bonn’s rare ability to dissect society’s morbid curiosity about “monsters” makes his live appearances both chilling and intellectually gripping. His performances consistently sell out, as audiences are drawn to his powerful blend of academic expertise, media savvy, and captivating storytelling.

About Dr. Scott Bonn

Dr. Scott Bonn is a criminologist, professor, and media personality who has appeared on major networks, NPR, and leading true crime programs. A sought-after expert in his field, he specializes in the psychology of serial killers, mass murderers, and criminal profiling.

Bill Scorzari’s Sidereal Days (Day 1) is a Soulful Journey Across Time and Truth

Bill Scorzari announces double album release. Photo: Dreamspider Publicity, used with permission.

Bill Scorzari Returns with Sidereal Days (Day 1) — The First of a Double Album Project

HUNTINGTON, NY — New York-based singer-songwriter, recording artist, and performer Bill Scorzari is set to release his fifth and sixth albums, Sidereal Days (Day 1) and Sidereal Days (Day 2). (Dreamspider Publicity, 2025)

The first installment, Sidereal Days (Day 1), arrives October 17, 2025, with Day 2 scheduled for release in 2026.

Scorzari has independently released four acclaimed studio albums to date:

Just the Same (2014)
Through These Waves (2017)
Now I’m Free (2019)
The Crosswinds of Kansas (2022)

A Writer’s Writer

Known for his poetic lyricism and emotional depth, Scorzari has often been described as a “writer’s writer.” His music has drawn comparisons to Sam Baker, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Leonard Cohen, Townes Van Zandt, and Chris Stapleton.

What sets Scorzari apart is his distinctive voice, one that can be both subtle and striking, as he examines the complexities of the human condition.

The Sound of Sidereal Days (Day 1)

The ten tracks on Sidereal Days (Day 1) are both wide-ranging and deeply personal. Listeners will find:

Songs of love and regret
Tracks that came together quickly, and others that took years to shape
Multi-layered arrangements balanced with short, sublime pieces

Scorzari’s music reflects a deep pursuit of clarity — his songs are as much about introspection as they are about connection. The result is a blend of the radio-ready and the contemplative, showcasing his gift for nuance and storytelling.

From Huntington to Nashville

Scorzari recorded his instrumentation and vocals for the double album himself at First Thunder Recording, his studio in Huntington, New York. Beginning in July 2022, he spent two years refining the compositions before heading to Skinny Elephant Recording in Nashville in August 2024 to collaborate with engineer Dylan Alldredge, with Scorzari and Neilson Hubbard co-producing.

Final mixes were completed by engineer Nic Coolidge at Dead Pop Studios in Providence, RI, in early 2025. Mastering was done by Hallie Melton in Nashville in April 2025, bringing the project to its polished conclusion.

Sidereal Days (Day 1) tracklist

All This Time
And Carries Me Away
And So (Deep Into the Dark)
Borrowed Hearts
Can’t Break This Fall
Did We Tie
Endgame
From Your Heart
Grace
Breathe

October Events You Won’t Want to Miss at Pearl

From Diwali to BBQ, there’s something for everyone this fall. Photo: Pearl

🎃 October at Pearl: A Month Full of Music, Food, and Community Fun

Fall has officially arrived, and there’s no better place to soak it all in than Pearl. As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, Pearl transforms into a vibrant hub of activity — filled with live music echoing through the courtyards, the scent of barbecue and baked goods drifting from the Food Hall, and the joyful buzz of friends and families gathering under twinkle lights. (Pearl, 2025)

Whether you’re here for the flavors, the fashion, or the fun, October is packed with can’t-miss events for every mood and moment.

Below is your guide to everything happening across Pearl this month — from one-night-only experiences to free community favorites that make Pearl the heart of San Antonio in the fall.

🌟 One-Night-Only Events

Runway at Stable Hall

📅 Thursday, October 16
A fashion show co-chaired by Cody Shown and Lisa Longoria Scott, benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank’s flood relief efforts. Voted Best Fashion Show in San Antonio.
💲 18+ | Ticketed Event

Pullman Market’s Smoke & Fire Celebration

📅 Saturday, October 18
A first-of-its-kind gathering of 10 celebrated pitmasters. Enjoy BBQ tastings, live-fire demos, craft beverages, and live music — all family-friendly.
💲 General Admission: $77.08 (taxes & fees included)
💲 VIP: $146.39

Ladino’s Birthday Cookout

📅 Sunday, October 19
Celebrate Ladino’s 3rd birthday with bites from Mezquite, Pullman Market, and The Jerk Shack, plus live music, balloon art, and face painting.
💲 Adults: $55 (includes 5 food & beverage tickets)
💲 Kids: $20 (includes 2 tickets)

Diwali at Pearl

📅 Wednesday, October 22
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with themed vendors, delicious food and drinks, live entertainment, and cultural showcases. A family-friendly evening of light, love, and community.
💲 Free Event

It’s a 2000s (Halloween) Party

📅 Friday, October 31
The Y2K throwback dance party returns to Stable Hall! Bring your best Halloween costume and relive the early 2000s in style.
💲 Tickets: $20–$31

💪 Fitness Get-Togethers

ACTIVATE Boot Camp

📅 Tuesdays through December
Join ACTIVATE for free fitness sessions designed to boost physical and mental well-being.
💲 Free

📽️ Weekly Rituals

Movie Mondays

📅 Every Monday starting October 20 | Sunset at Pearl Park
Catch your favorite films under the stars! Bring a blanket or chair and grab snacks from the Food Hall.
💲 Free / Cost of purchase

Pearl Farmers Market

📅 Every Saturday
Shop local produce, meats, and handmade goods from South Texas farmers and ranchers.
💲 Free / Cost of purchase

Pearl Makers Market

📅 Every Sunday
Explore culinary-inspired home goods and one-of-a-kind artisan finds.
💲 Free / Cost of purchase

Si Art San Antonio Pop-Up Market

📅 Saturday, October 18 | Larder, Brewmeister Alley
Discover ceramics, photography, paintings, and prints from local artists.
💲 Free / Cost of purchase

🎶 Live Music Lineup

Chavela: Album Release Party

📅 Sunday, October 19
Celebrate San Antonio artist Chavela’s debut album live.
💲 Ticketed Event

Performances at Jazz, TX

📅 Ongoing
From Broadway reimaginings to Latin Jazz Nights, there’s always something new on stage.
💲 Ticketed Events

Live Music at Otto’s Ice House

📅 Fridays by the River
Relax with a drink in hand, river views, and live country tunes.
💲 Free / Cost of purchase

Sternewirth Sessions at Hotel Emma

📅 Sundays, Mondays, and Wednesdays
Enjoy a rotating lineup of Texas and national artists at the cozy tavern inside Hotel Emma.
💲 Free / Cost of purchase

✨ No matter your vibe—music, food, fashion, or fitness—there’s something happening for you this October at Pearl. Grab your friends, mark your calendars, and make the most of fall in San Antonio!

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