Jacob Swain

Sicardi Ayers Bacino will present the opening of Jasmine Rossi: "Sublime."

Opera Arlington will present Georges Bizet’s beloved masterpiece, Carmen, joining forces with the Mansfield Philharmonic, conducted by Dr. Eldred Marshall.

AMON! The Ultimate Texan brings to life the story of Texas media powerhouse Amon G. Carter Sr. Written by Texas columnist Dave Lieber, AMON! delivers a sharp, fast-paced portrait filled with humor, history, and Texas-sized personality.

Bihl Haus Arts will present “Posing Stories,” featuring new works by artist Pearla Sanchez.

For three decades, Cactus Pear Music Festival has brought world-class chamber music to San Antonio, cultivating a deep love for the art form through accessible performances, imaginative programming, and meaningful educational initiatives.

Fifty years after the startling discovery that monarch butterflies spend winters in the forests of Mexico, photographer and National Geographic Explorer Jaime Rojo reveals this winged wonder of the insect world in new ways with never-before-seen visuals. Tag along with conservationists and citizen scientists who are helping this species avoid catastrophic threats, all through Rojo's beautiful photos and videos. Through his stunning photography, Rojo combines his passion for wild nature, conservation and storytelling to create visual communication campaigns that engage the general public on environmental issues.

In A Pirate's Life, archaeologist and National Geographic Explorer Lisa Briggs will talk about the Mediterranean Sea and explore how pirating shaped the Roman Empire. The audience will also meet the Pirate Queen of China and then head into the lab with Briggs to follow the most famous renegade, Blackbeard.

When the time is right, the most celebrated reef on Earth turns into a snow globe as millions of coral polyps reproduce to send the next generation afloat. This incredible display disguises a harsh truth: the Great Barrier Reef is under attack. More than half of the coral here has died, with a warmer ocean bleaching vast sections. But there is still plenty to see and plenty to save.

The Brews & Blooms Craft Beer Festival will be a relaxed 21+ event featuring craft beer tastings, live entertainment, and a local vendor market. Guests can sample a variety of local and notable brews, explore small businesses, and unwind with music and food in a lively garden setting.

At the Houston Terrain Race, runners take on mud, ropes, walls, and water in an obstacle-packed course designed to test grit, balance, and determination. This is an untimed, choose-your-pace event, so participants can sprint for a personal challenge or move steadily with their crew and still feel like a champion at the finish line.