EVO Entertainment’s Patron margarita. Courtesy photo, used with permission.
This Monday August 3 is National Watermelon Day and EVO Entertainment and Taco Cabana have watermelon-inspired cocktails to help customers celebrate accordingly. (EVO Entertainment, Taco Cabana, 2020)
EVO Entertainment is making it easy to celebrate safely. Their Watermelon Margarita, made with EVO’s signature EVO Patron Barrel Select Tequila, Triple Sec, agave, fresh watermelon and fresh lime is the perfect treat to enjoy as you take in a socially distant movie in one of their theaters or enjoy one of their drive-in movies. This refreshing margarita is a great addition to any film.
As part of Taco Cabana’s MargaritaPalooza, the popular San Antonio-based chain is offering 12 flavors of $2 margaritas, including one of their most popular – Watermelon. The beverage, perfect for celebrating National Watermelon Day, is available for drive-thru and curbside pickup throughout participating locations in Texas. The margaritas are also available for delivery in San Antonio.
If you are keeping your distance at home, or just feel like doing something a little extra when it comes to your next Margarita, check out this Grilled Watermelon Margarita by Aaron Pena, owner/bartender at The Squeezebox in San Antonio, TX. (Twang, 2020)
Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh grilled fruit – we used grilled Watermelon
1 ounce fresh squeezed Lime Juice
¾ ounce Agave syrup – adjust to your taste
2 ounces Blanco Tequila
1 cup of Ice
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to blender on high speed
Rim glass with Twang-A-Rita Sunrise spice or your favorite Twang salt.
Anthony Michael Hall’s Summer Drive-In Film Festival continues this weekend. Photo: EVO Entertainment Group, used with permission.
EVO Entertainment Group® is excited to announce Anthony Michael Hall’s Summer Drive-In Film Festival taking place over four weekends in July and August. Anthony Michael Hall, known for films like The Breakfast Club, Weird Science, 16 Candles and more will be hosting the film festival. Each evening will offer a double-feature presentation of two films shown outdoors at the EVO® Drive-In experience. The festival will take place at EVO Entertainment’s Schertz, Texas and Kyle, Texas locations. (EVO Entertainment Group, 2020)
The Summer Drive-In Film Festival schedule: Weekend 2 – July 24 & July 25 (sold out)
John Hughes Comedy Classics #2 – The Breakfast Club / National Lampoons Vacation
Location:
Friday, July 24 at EVO Schertz
Saturday, July 25 at EVO Kyle
Weekend 3 – July 31 & August 1
Rudy / The Goonies
Location:
Friday, July 31 at EVO Schertz
Saturday, August 1 at EVO Kyle
Special Guest: Sean Astin
Weekend 4 – August 7 & August 8
The Iconic Duo – Terminator 2 Judgement Day / War Machine
Location:
Friday, August 7 at EVO Kyle
Saturday, August 8 at EVO Schertz
Special Guest: Robert Patrick
Weekend 5 – August 14 & August 15
AMH & RDJ: The Iconic Duo – Hail Caesar / Johnny Be Good
Location:
Friday, August 14 at EVO Kyle
Saturday, August 15 at EVO Schertz
Throughout the screenings, guests will have the ability to purchase food and beverage, merchandise, autographs and more via EVO’s mobile app. During the intermission between the two films, guests will also enjoy a 45-minute interactive Q&A with Anthony Michael Hall and guests plus the opportunity to have a professional photo taken with the celebrities. In order to promote a safe environment, questions for the Q&A will be submitted via EVO’s mobile app or in writing. Guests that partake in the photo opportunity will be asked to wear a mask up until the photo is taken and photos will be available for download through EVO’s website. The use of personal phones for photos will not be permitted in an effort to limit the number of surfaces being touched during the photo opportunity.
All tickets are priced at $25.00 per vehicle and can be purchased online. Tickets are valid only for the weekend and location chosen and shown on the tickets. Guests must purchase a separate ticket for each event they wish to attend, there are no all-inclusive ticket options. Tickets are non-refundable.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic EVO Entertainment has taken extra precautions to better ensure the safety of its staff and guests. To learn more about EVO’s safety procedures visit EVO Cinemas online.
Pre-orders start today for Fourth of July pies from Bakery Lorraine. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.
With the Fourth of July around the corner, several businesses around the San Antonio area are offering special deals to help celebrate in style. Whether food or entertainment, Bakery Lorraine, EVO Entertainment, San Antonio Museum of Art and La Panaderia have something for everyone.
Bakery Lorraine:
This Fourth of July, Bakery Lorraine will have their famous Apple pie made with five different apple varieties and donning a lattice decor this holiday season. A new decadent, Chocolate Creme pie will also be available along with their traditional Buttermilk pie topped with fresh berries. This will make the perfect addition to any socially-distanced barbecue, virtual or home celebration. Pies are $26 each and available for pre-order starting on Thursday, June 25. Pre-orders can be done online or by calling the desired store. All pie orders must be placed by Tuesday, June 30, at midnight. Pickup in-store Friday (7/3) or Saturday (7/4). Available at all Bakery Lorraine locations in San Antonio and Austin. (Bakery Lorraine, 2020)
EVO Entertainment:
In celebration of Independence Day, EVO Entertainment will be offering their play on a buy-one-get-one special, where guests can get a free game card equaling their food & beverages purchases at EVO. For example, if a guest spends $20 in refreshments, they are eligible for a free $20 game card to play arcade style games with opportunities to win prizes. There is no cap on how much they can spend or receive for this Fourth of July special. The offer is valid on July 4, 2020 and is available at participating EVO locations in Schertz and Kyle. In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, EVO operates under strict protocols to keep guests and staff safe, including the sanitation of high-contact surfaces every 30 minutes. (EVO Entertainment, 2020)
San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA):
On Sunday, July 5 from Noon to 3p.m., the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) will host its Family Day See + Do, a free event for SAISD students and their families. A perfect addition to the holiday weekend, families will have an opportunity to meet Pegasus and other mythical animals as they explore the realms of fantasy in this no-contact, physically distanced family day. Families will have the opportunity to invent their own magical animal and draw it on scratch art paper, sculpt a multi-headed hydra and enjoy a self-paced scavenger hunt. The Family Day See + Do has been generously underwritten by the Charity Ball Association of San Antonio and the Faye L. and William L. Cowden Charitable Association. (San Antonio Museum of Art, 2020)
La Panaderia:
The popular San Antonio bakery will be open to visitors this Fourth of July at both locations so guests can stop in and treat themselves to decadent pan dulce while taking a break from the heat. Guests can also enjoy signature menu items at each restaurant such as the La Panaderia Patty Melt, a unique twist on the Texas favorite. (La Panaderia, 2020)
EVO Cinemas at Belterra Village. Courtesy photo, used with permission.
EVO Entertainment Group® recently announced that it will assume operation of the former Sky Cinemas space at Belterra Village in Dripping Springs, TX. The 14-screen cinema is slated to reopen to the public under EVO® ownership on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 in alignment with current city and state ordinances. (EVO Entertainment Group, 2020)
The theater will immediately undergo re-branding to become EVO® Cinemas with plans for significant improvements over the next 12 months. EVO® plans to invest over $1 million dollars toward the venue in order to implement offerings such as EVO® dine-in with push button in-theater service, as well as expansion of the existing kitchen into a signature scratch kitchen, and the addition of EVO®’s craft cocktail and beer programming. The venue will also feature expanded live music and community event offerings, allowing for an overall improved guest experience.
This move further expands EVO Entertainment Group’s® cinematic offerings to 71 screens across Central Texas and achieves over six-times growth for EVO Entertainment Group® since the company’s founding in November 2014.
EVO Entertainment Group® is an Austin based out-of-home entertainment operator that includes a number of innovative brands including EVO® Entertainment, EVO® Cinemas and EVO® Concerts. Since its launch in 2014, EVO® has gained a reputation as a leader in innovation, as well as one of the fastest growing independent cinema circuits in the country. EVO® Entertainment Group currently employs over 1,000 team members and entertains nearly 3 million guests annually.
“Dripping Springs is such a beautiful community that we’re thrilled to join. We look forward to expanding the cinematic experience that Sky Cinemas has built here and bringing the EVO® experience to Dripping Springs.” – EVO Entertainment Group® CEO, Mitch Roberts.
Fall menu offerings at participating EVO locations. Photo: Felicia Curtis, used with permission.
EVO Entertainment Group, the family-owned entertainment operator with locations throughout South Texas, is excited to announce its programming for fall 2019. Guests can settle into the autumn season and cozy up to culinary and entertainment specials from now through November. EVO’s fall fun includes the launch of a new LTO menu filled with fall-themed cocktails, pumpkin-themed events for both adults and children, as well as various film activations like a free Mean Girls screening. (EVO Entertainment Group, 2019)
Mean Girls Day Free Movie Night: Thursday, October 3 at 7p.m.
Join EVO in celebrating the iconic comedy, Mean Girls, with a free screening of the film in the Flex room at The SPOT Cinema Eatery & Social Haus. Guests who come dressed in pink like The Plastics will receive half off select appetizers. There will be $5 frozen jack and cokes on special to cheers to the cult classic. Seating is first come, first served.
Participating locations: San Marcos at the Spot
Fall LTO Menu Available now until December 1
Available from September through December 1, EVO has launched its Fall Limited Time Menu (LTO) for movie-goers, gamers and bowlers looking for fall-themed food and cocktails. Patrons can find seasonal flavors at EVO’s open kitchen and bar all curated by a culinary manager.
Pecan Old Fashioned – This fall take on the classic cocktail uses Texas pecan whiskey and Buffalo Trace and was created to make patrons feel right at home for the cozy fall months. ($10)
Pumpkin Spiced Shake – Guests can get their pumpkin fix by selecting from pumpkin or vanilla ice cream and spiking their milkshake with vodka and Bailey’s Pumpkin Spice. ($10)
Sweet Potato Hummus – Starters reminiscent of a fall harvest include sweet potato hummus, blended in-house and served with veggies and fresh-baked pita chips. ($8)
Participating locations: Schertz, Kyle and the SPOT in San Marcos
Pumpkin Carving Party – Wednesday, October 16 at 7p.m. with Hocus Pocus playing at 8p.m.
EVO is proud to present its Pumpkin Carving Party to gear up San Antonians and Austinites for Halloween. Tickets include a pumpkin, carving tools and access to the pumpkin carving area where EVO will be showing Hocus Pocus. Guests 18 and over are invited to enjoy items from the fall menu and those 21 and up can take advantage of specials on pumpkin craft beer. Tickets are $12 and will be available for purchase on October 1 on the website, Eventbrite and Facebook.
Participating locations: Schertz and Kyle
Drunken Pumpkin– Wednesday, October 16 at 7p.m. with Hocus Pocus playing at 8p.m.
Drunken Pumpkin invites San Marcos locals to experience a Pumpkin Carving Party to prepare for Halloween madness. Tickets include a pumpkin, carving tools and access to the pumpkin carving area where EVO will be showing Hocus Pocus. This is an 18 and up event which features fall menu items and specials on pumpkin craft beer. Tickets are $12 and will be available for purchase on October 1 on the website, Eventbrite and Facebook.
Participating locations: the SPOT in San Marcos
Pumpkins & Popcorn- Saturday, October 26 at 10:30a.m.
The Halloween event Pumpkins & Popcorn will be held for children and includes a small pumpkin, painting and decorating supplies, along with a popcorn and candy treat. Tickets will be sold on the website, Eventbrite and Facebook and a limited amount will be available for purchase at participating EVO locations. $10 – for Pumpkin & Popcorn; $15 – Pumpkin & Popcorn plus $10 Game Card.
Participating locations: Schertz and Kyle
Charlie’s Angels VIP Ladies Night– Thursday, November 14 at 6p.m. with the movie at 7:30p.m.
To celebrate the reboot of Charlie’s Angels, EVO is hosting a Charlie’s Angels VIP Ladies Night event.. A pre-show cocktail hour that includes a champagne bar, passed appetizers, desserts, a $5 specialty cocktail and a small gift. Tickets are coming soon to the website, Facebook and Eventbrite.
Participating locations: Schertz, Kyle, and The Spot
EVO’s Watermelon Margarita. Photo: Felicia Curtis, used with permission.
This Saturday August 3 is National Watermelon Day and area restaurants are offering food and beverage offerings around San Antonio which showcase everyone’s favorite melon fruit. (EVO Entertainment, Twang, The Esquire Tavern, 2019)
EVO Entertainment Group
Watermelon Margarita
The watermelon rita is available behind the bar at EVO’s family-owned and operated Schertz, Kyle and San Marcos locations. The margarita is made with patrón barrel select, triple sec, agave, fresh watermelon and squeezed lime juice. ($9). Grab the rita before hitting EVO’s movie theatre or pair it with bowling and arcades.
Evo Entertainment
Schertz 18658 I-35
Schertz, TX 78154
Twang Austin Eastciders Watermelon Cider with Twang-A-Rita Sangrita
Twang is a San Antonio-based family company with products available in 45 states nationwide and Amazon. One of Twang’s brands, Twang-A-Rita, is a line of tasty salts and seasonings designed to easily add flavor to drinks and upgrade beverages into cocktail bar status. Twang’s cocktail rimming blends are made with ingredients like kosher salt, real spices and cane sugar; try Twang-A-Rita Sangrita to take any watermelon drink up a notch, like Austin Eastciders’ new Watermelon cider.
Recipe:
3.5 oz Watermelon Eastciders
.5 oz fresh squeezed lime
Rim with Twang-A-Rita Sangrita
Esquire Tavern
Heirloom Tomato Salad with watermelon
Located along the San Antonio River Walk, wanderers will find the historic Esquire Tavern, a place that touts the longest bar in Texas, and where patrons can fill up on an Heirloom Tomato Salad which is made with watermelon, feta cheese, dill, basil and cucumber vinaigrette. ($13)
The Esquire Tavern
155 East Commerce St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
EVO will be offering $6 boozy shakes for National Ice Cream Day. Photo: EVO Entertainment Group, used with permission.
EVO Entertainment Group will be scooping out specials at three of their locations across South Texas including Schertz, Kyle and The SPOT at San Marcos. Specials include hand-spun milkshakes for $5 all day at EVO (normally $6.50) and boozy shakes for $6 (normally $8.50).
EVO’s classic shakes are vanilla, chocolate and strawberry with options of more exquisite flavors like Mexican Vanilla and Caramel. Boozy shakes include ‘Grab Life By The Bourbon’ featuring maker’s mark, Kahlua, nutmeg and caramel and others can be made to order. Movie-goers seeing the Lion King will prefer Hakuna Matata from the summer LTO menu that pairs with the film release and has brownie chunks and is drizzled with caramel and chocolate sauce.
3200 Kyle Crossing
Kyle, TX 78640
(512) 523-9009
18658 IH 35N
Schertz ,TX 78154
(210) 764-6986
1180 Thorpe Lane
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 210-8600
In honor of National Ice Cream Day, Maybelle’s Donuts in Pearl’s Bottling Department will have a special you “donut” want to miss. For $5 guests can have any donut of their choice topped with delicious soft serve ice cream. Donuts flavors include chocolate sea salt, original glazed and a seasonal filled donut. The special will only be available on National Ice Cream Day Sunday, July 21 while supplies last.
312 Pearl Parkway
Building Six
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 564-9140
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