Luminaria

Thank you Visit San Antonio for the blog story. We can’t wait to see everyone October 19!

The Big Give Fundraiser at La Churreria
Wednesday, September 18, 6:00 pm-9:00 pm,
1036 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78210

La Churreria will host a fundraiser to support the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival. A percentage of all sales during The Big Give will go toward continuing our work of supporting artists and inspiring our community.

Additionally, you can donate on The Big Give website and share our link. At various times, there are matching offers that can double any donation. Early Giving has begun, so donate today and help support the arts!
⏩ https://www.thebiggivesa.org/organizations/luminariasa

Your donation helps us support local artists who heal, inspire, and boost our community's economy.
Click here to donate: https://www.thebiggivesa.org/organizations/luminariasa

The Big Give is a testament to the collective effort of our community in sustaining the local nonprofits that serve us year-round. While we encourage giving throughout the year, we make a special ask during The Big Give. This day celebrates our shared generosity, supporting the local nonprofits that make San Antonio and South Central Texas a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

When you donate during The Big Give, your gift has the potential to be matched by generous sponsors, amplifying the impact of your donation. This means that your contribution, no matter the size, can make a significant difference. Additionally, your gift may help LUMINARIA even more when you donate during The Big Give 2024, which will be held from September 18 at 6 pm to September 19 at 6 pm.

It is Official: The LUMINARIA Contemporary Arts Festival Is moving to St. Paul Square!

St. Paul Square is excited to host the biggest arts festival in Texas on Saturday, October 19th, from 6 PM to Midnight. The event will feature entertainment for all, filling the streets with excitement. We are also partnering with the UTSA Athletics Department to enhance their homecoming game with visual art and performances by local and world-renowned artists. We want to thank our friends and supporters like the Alamo Dome, Visit San Antonio, The City of San Antonio, and many more who are making the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival a reality.

Unveiling the plaque for the mural."Sacrificios"

Yadhira Lozano, Executive Director of Luminaria, and guests unveiled the plaque for the mural "Sacrificios," which Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores commissioned. Our guests included art enthusiasts, artists, the press, and special guests like Jesus Toro Martinez. Isaac "Papa Bear" Cardenas, Kona of the Tap Pilam Nations, and Carmen Tafolla blessed the ceremony.

The Luminaria Kick-Off Party was a success!

What a fantastic evening at the Luminaria Kick-Off Party! 🎉 It was beautiful to see so many talented artists, enthusiastic community members, and dedicated supporters come together to celebrate the arts. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event successful! We look forward to more exciting events and collaborations in the future. 🎨🌟

2024 LUMINARIA VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

LUMINARIA is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join in the excitement of this year's outdoor festival at St. Paul Square on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to midnight. Get ready for a night of fun and creativity! Volunteer shifts start at noon and continue until 2:00 a.m. Let's light up the night together!

Awesome people like you will be rockstars in action by handing out festival maps, being the VIP badge sheriffs, making sure our dressing rooms are like VIP spaces, getting visitors to spill the beans in our survey, and spreading good vibes and festival info to the crowd. Join the party as set-up and break-down volunteers for the Noon-6:00 pm and Midnight-2:00 am shifts. Let's make this festival unforgettable!

Click on link and fill up the form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAMtA_h4i399vyK2cj1ohR1n7nYRr_Qn-J7I4OdcJl6_L2Zg/viewform?pli=1

Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival
Saturday, October 19, 2024, 6:00pm-Midnight
St. Paul Square, San Antonio, TX 78205
Free Admission

Immerse yourself in the arts at the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival this fall and celebrate San Antonio art, culture, and team spirit! Artists from various disciplines will exhibit and perform in a vibrant outdoor setting. Attendees can expect diverse artistic expressions including visual arts, live music, dance, large art installations, theatre, poetry, and performance art. This year’s festival promises to be a truly immersive and interactive experience as artists were challenged to reimagine the historic venue and create art that adapts to the location’s buildings, railroad, balconies, courtyards, and public spaces. Visitors can engage directly with the artists and witness the creative process.

Join the party! October 19!

Birds up for Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival 2024! Thank you Arts & Culture, City of San Antonio for joining us today!

Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival reveals new location and lineup for 2024 KENS 5 & Kens5.com

Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival reveals new location and lineup for 2024 This year's arts festival is set to take place at St. Paul Square on Oct. 19 from 6 p.m. to midnight.

"You're going to come here in the morning and tailgate, have some good food, do all the fun activities pre-game, go enjoy the game," she said. "When you come out, we're going to have a party for you. We're going to celebrate San Antonio art, culture and team spirit."

Thank you Deborah Martin for the story!

Luminaria moves to St. Paul Square, partners with UTSA Athletics Free October festival will take place the same day as the University of Texas at San Antonio's homecoming game at the Alamodome.

“Is it time for Luminaria already? Yes, indeed. The annual contemporary arts festival kicks off with a party on Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in St. Paul Square. A $10 donation helps keep the fall festival free for all. Entertainment will be provided by DFoy Music and DJ Mr. G, along with a chance to mix with local artists.”

Thank you San Antonio Report!

Live music, a ceramics pop-up and Festival of India this weekend This weekend in San Antonio: Indian dance and cuisine, stellar local songwriters and an early glimpse of Luminaria.

Join us for the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival Kick-Off Party on Friday, August 23, from 6 to 10 PM. This celebration and artist mixer features live music, art, and a chance to connect with fellow art enthusiasts. Our hosts for the evening are DFoy Music and DJ Mr. G, who will ensure a unique and interactive audience experience.

The event is by donation of $10. All proceeds benefit the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival. Please help us keep our festival free of cost to all our visitors. Visit

linktr.ee/LuminariaSATX to RSVP.

"It's my hope... that when people come here for celebrations we have as Americans and Texans, that we can celebrate life," said Rebeca Clay-Flores Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores, Bexar County Commissioner Pct. 1 News 4 San Antonio

New mural commemorating anniversary of migrant tragedy unveiled SAN ANTONIO - On Wednesday, a brand new mural was unveiled commemorating the second anniversary of the largest human traffic tragedy in modern history that happ

KENS 5 & Kens5.com discussed the symbolism of the mural. Thank you Zach Briggs for digging further into the story of the mural. Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores, Bexar County Commissioner Pct. 1

53 migrants who died in smuggling disaster honored in mural titled 'Sacrificios' The mural was unveiled at Mission County Park, about seven miles away from Quintana Road, where the migrants were found in an abandoned semi-truck.

Thank you San Antonio Current for the coverage of today’s event.

Luminaria dedicates mural to 53 migrants who died in tractor-trailer left in San Antonio The mural was commissioned by Bexar County Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores on the second anniversary of the tragedy.

XicaNext Art Exhibition
August 1-30, 2024
126 Gonzales, San Antonio, TX 78205

Featuring Xicanx artists who have produced commissioned work for Luminaria including Ruth Leonela Buentello, Cruz Ortiz, Christian Möller, Adrian de la Cruz, Isabel Ann Castro, and Mauro de la Tierra. The gallery is available to view by appointment and during special events.
RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR4sKQZKsxFbNHO7PAIkCjv5EGL2WxeYsng7aW_9qCeLy6oQ/viewform

Thank you San Antonio Current for the article!

Luminaria shining spotlight on San Antonio artists with exhibition and youth poetry slam The exhibit will feature the work of prior Luminaria artists including Cruz Ortiz, Ruth Leonela Buentello and others

We were pleased to welcome a visit from Brandon Gryde from the National Endowment for the Arts last month. This month we made their newsletter!

Click here to read ➡️ https://myemail-api.constantcontact.com/Multidisciplinary-Arts-Newsletter.html?soid=1103211031308&aid=e76msz3Vlu4 

The Fresh Ink Youth Poetry Slam team is back for 2024! We are searching for creative writers, lyricists, poets, and artists aged 12-18 from the San Antonio area to represent the city at regional and national competitions. Join us, along with Fresh Ink Coaches Andrea "Vocab" Sanderson and Anthony "DJ Mr. G" Gordon, as well as special guests, for a poetry workshop, open mic, and Fresh Ink Season Launch at the Luminaria Pop-Up Gallery at 126 Gonzales in Historic St. Paul Square. This event is free and open to the public, so come out and show your support for the arts and SA youth on Saturday, July 27, from 3:00-6:00 pm!\

Thank you to all who joined us for Make Music San Antonio Day on June 21, 2024. Our Music & Poetry Mash Up featured DJ Mr. G along with DFoy Music, The Roques, Nate Zen, Space Dragn, and Zack Jewell. Photos by Mariaelena Villarreal.
Arts & Culture, City of San Antonio

Thank you Dr. Ricardo Romo for mentioning our Pop Up Gallery. Today and tomorrow Friday are the final days to see “She is / Ella es”, 2:00-7:00pm.

Promote and sell your art, product, or brand to thousands of visitors at the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival in San Antonio, Texas.

Please fill out our vendor form; we will contact you with more information.

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Luminaria would like to thank Brandon Gryde, Director of Presenting & Multidisciplinary Works and Artist Communities from The National Endowment for the Arts, for visiting the Luminaria Pop-Up gallery at St. Paul Square. The NEA visit to San Antonio means a lot to us and we are truly grateful for the opportunity to share our vision.

Join us on Friday, June 21st, from 6-9 pm at 126 Gonzales St in the heart of St. Paul Square for The Poetry Pop Up presented by Luminaria. The Poetry Pop-Up will feature an eclectic mix of music, poetry, and improv, showcased against the backdrop of some of San Antonio's most talented young artists in our gallery space. Take advantage of this unique artistic experience for a great cause! The event will be hosted by DJ Mr. G and will feature special guests, including DFoy Music, The Roques, Nate Zen, Space Dragn, Zack Jewell, and more. We hope to see you there!

$5 suggested donation at the door

We had an amazing time at the Luminaria Pop-Up Gallery "She is / Ella es" held at St. Paul Square! It was an incredible experience filled with beautiful art and wonderful people. We can't wait for the next event!