San Antonio TX, August 28, 2025
News Summary
Robert Earl Keen is expanding his Homecoming Weekend into a three-day festival in Helotes. Scheduled for Aug. 30–Sept. 1, the event will feature multiple concerts, a songwriter round, and a free fan concert via raffle. A benefit concert named ‘Applause for the Cause’ is set for Aug. 28 in New Braunfels to support flood relief efforts through the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. This event will draw music lovers and community members together for an exciting celebration of local talent.
San Antonio
Robert Earl Keen is expanding his annual Homecoming Weekend into a three-day festival running Aug. 30–Sept. 1 at Floore’s Country Store in Helotes. The festival will include multiple concerts, a songwriter round, a fan appreciation day and a free fan concert with entry available by raffle. Separately, a benefit concert titled Applause for the Cause is scheduled for Aug. 28 in New Braunfels with proceeds designated for flood relief through the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.
Key facts up front
- Homecoming Festival: Aug. 30–Sept. 1 at Floore’s Country Store, 14492 Old Bandera Road, Helotes. Events include a songwriter round featuring Lori McKenna and others, a concert with American Aquarium and Silverada, and a fan appreciation day. A free concert will be offered to fans via a raffle.
- Benefit concert — Applause for the Cause: Aug. 28 in New Braunfels. Lineup includes several notable country and Americana artists. Ticket prices are $99 for general admission and $200 for reserved seating. All proceeds from the concert and from related merchandise sales are designated for flood relief through the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.
- Venue address: Floore’s Country Store is at 14492 Old Bandera Road.
Other scheduled events and highlights
The calendar for late August in the San Antonio area includes a mix of concerts, exhibitions, theater, tastings and conventions.
- Aug. 28 — The Briscoe Western Art Museum will host a farewell celebration for the “Aloha Vaqueros” exhibition featuring Hawaiian bites, cocktails and performances by the Nā Mamo Pacific Islander heritage group from 6–8 p.m.
- Aug. 28 — The Hotel Emma will present an exclusive bourbon tasting from 6:30–10 p.m., highlighting the craftsman legacy associated with Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr.
- Aug. 28 — Singer-songwriter Kevin Kaarl, whose fourth studio album is titled Ultra Sodade, will perform at the Majestic Theatre at 7:30 p.m. with special guest Andrea Bejar.
- Aug. 29–31 — A celebration of anime and Japanese pop culture will take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, featuring cosplay, music and voice-actor guests including Sarah Anne Williams and Jonah Scott.
- Aug. 29 — The San Antonio Museum of Art will open an exhibition of Los Angeles artist Larry Bell, showcasing work from the 1960s.
- Aug. 29 — The Wonder Theatre will stage the story of Sweeney Todd, beginning performances that run into the following week.
- Aug. 29 — The outdoor concert series at The Rim will feature Cafe Tulum (all-white attire requested for attendees).
- Aug. 30 — Fitz and the Tantrums will perform material from their new album Man On The Moon at Stable Hall.
- Aug. 31 — The Rim outdoor series will present SEBAXXSS (attendees are asked to wear all white).
- Aug. 31 — Colombian electro-cumbia group Bomba Estéreo and Venezuelan tropical rock band Rawayana will perform at The Espee at 7 p.m.
- During the week — Culinaria Restaurant Weeks will be underway alongside live performances that include trumpeter Chris Botti and comedian Sarah Colonna among scheduled acts.
Logistics and charitable impact
The benefit concert on Aug. 28 has ticket tiers set at $99 for general admission and $200 for reserved seating. Event organizers for the benefit have designated concert proceeds and related merchandise revenue for flood relief through the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. The Homecoming Festival at Floore’s will offer a mix of paid and raffle-based free events and includes songwriting-focused sessions intended to highlight performing and visiting songwriters.
Context
Late August into early September represents a concentrated period of arts, live music and community-focused events across San Antonio, ranging from museum exhibitions and tasting experiences to city-wide concerts and multi-day festivals. Several venues across the city and nearby communities will host events aimed at different audiences, from theatergoers and museum visitors to pop-culture fans and music festival attendees.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Robert Earl Keen’s Homecoming Festival?
The Homecoming Festival runs Aug. 30–Sept. 1 at Floore’s Country Store, located at 14492 Old Bandera Road in Helotes.
How can fans attend the free concert at the Homecoming Festival?
Admission to the free fan concert is available by raffle; festival organizers are handling entry distribution and eligibility details.
What are the details for the benefit concert on Aug. 28?
The benefit concert titled Applause for the Cause is scheduled for Aug. 28 in New Braunfels. Tickets are priced at $99 for general admission and $200 for reserved seating, and proceeds from the concert and merchandise will support flood relief through the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.
Which museums and exhibitions are opening in late August?
The Briscoe Western Art Museum is hosting a farewell celebration for the “Aloha Vaqueros” exhibition on Aug. 28, and the San Antonio Museum of Art opens an exhibition of Larry Bell’s 1960s work on Aug. 29.
Are there any dress requirements for outdoor concerts at The Rim?
Attendees for The Rim outdoor concert series are requested to wear all white for the Aug. 29 and Aug. 31 performances.
Where will the anime and Japanese pop culture event take place?
The anime and Japanese pop culture celebration will run Aug. 29–31 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center and will include cosplay, music and guest voice actors.
Key features table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Homecoming Festival dates | Aug. 30\u2013Sept. 1 |
| Homecoming venue | Floore’s Country Store, 14492 Old Bandera Road, Helotes |
| Benefit concert | Applause for the Cause, Aug. 28 in New Braunfels; proceeds to flood relief |
| Ticket pricing (benefit) | $99 general admission; $200 reserved seating |
| Museum openings | Briscoe farewell event Aug. 28; Larry Bell exhibit opens at SAMA on Aug. 29 |
| Major concert dates | Kevin Kaarl Aug. 28; Fitz and the Tantrums Aug. 30; Bomba Estéreo & Rawayana Aug. 31 |
Timeline of events
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 28, 6:00\u20138:00 p.m. | Briscoe farewell for “Aloha Vaqueros” exhibition | Scheduled \u2014 Event organizers |
| Aug. 28, 6:30\u201310:00 p.m. | Hotel Emma bourbon tasting | Scheduled \u2014 Venue |
| Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m. | Kevin Kaarl at the Majestic Theatre | Scheduled \u2014 Venue |
| Aug. 28 | Applause for the Cause benefit concert in New Braunfels | Scheduled \u2014 Benefit organizers |
| Aug. 29 | Larry Bell exhibit opens at San Antonio Museum of Art; Cafe Tulum at The Rim | Scheduled \u2014 Museums & venues |
| Aug. 29\u201331 | Anime and Japanese pop culture convention at Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center | Scheduled \u2014 Convention organizers |
| Aug. 29 | Sweeney Todd begins at Wonder Theatre | Scheduled \u2014 Theatre |
| Aug. 30\u2013Sept. 1 | Robert Earl Keen Homecoming Festival at Floore’s Country Store | Scheduled \u2014 Festival organizers |
| Aug. 30 | Fitz and the Tantrums at Stable Hall | Scheduled \u2014 Venue |
| Aug. 31, 7:00 p.m. | Bomba Estéreo and Rawayana at The Espee | Scheduled \u2014 Venue |
Event type distribution (visual)
Distribution of listed events by primary type (music, exhibition, food/tasting, convention, theatre)
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8%
8%
The percentage bars above represent a simple distribution based on the list of scheduled events for the period. They are intended as a quick visual summary of activity types and are derived from the events noted in the schedule.
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Additional Resources
- San Antonio Express-News: Robert Earl Keen Benefit Lineup
- Wikipedia: Robert Earl Keen
- CultureMap San Antonio: Applause for the Cause
- Google Search: Applause for the Cause
- KSAT: Robert Earl Keen Announces Benefit Concert
- Google Scholar: Hill Country Floods Benefit
- American Songwriter: Benefit Concert for Kerrville
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Kerrville Texas
- San Antonio Current: Live Music in San Antonio
- Google News: Live Music San Antonio
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