Events in San Angelo today

This weekly Magic: The Gathering Standard event blends a friendly setting with real competition. Participants bring a 60 card Standard deck along with a 15 card sideboard and test their builds against players from the local scene. It is a chance to sharpen gameplay, meet fellow fans, and possibly take home prizes.

Settle into a relaxed paint night for miniature enthusiasts. Bring personal projects, trade techniques with other creatives, and enjoy a friendly, low-pressure atmosphere. All experience levels are welcome, from first-time painters to long-time hobbyists. Attendees typically bring their own minis and paints, then spend time creating, chatting, and unwinding together.

The event at Producer's Livestock Auction Company features lunch, an animal sale, and a live auction. Donations of animals and auction items are welcome. For details or to contribute, contact Wade Kirkwood at 325-223-6313 or wkirkwood@wtrc.com.

Settle in for a relaxed Commander gathering centered on friendly multiplayer Magic. Bring a 100-card singleton deck led by a legendary creature, whether a straight-from-the-box precon or a carefully tuned build. Games feature shifting alliances, dramatic turns, and lively table interaction. The emphasis is on creativity and memorable moments rather than cutthroat competition, so every experience level is welcome. Connect with fellow fans of Magic: The Gathering, trade ideas, learn the format, and enjoy a comfortable, community-focused play session. Pack your favorite deck and dice for easygoing games.

The San Angelo Texas Exes present a speaker series event with Katie Kizziar, Assistant Director for Education and Outreach at The University of Texas McDonald Observatory, at Miss Hattie’s. The observatory, based in the Davis Mountains of West Texas, is a leading UT Austin hub that combines advanced astronomical research with opportunities for visitors and students to experience the night sky and deepen their understanding of the universe. Since 2018, Kizziar has guided initiatives that highlight the observatory’s mission, encourage curiosity about astronomy, and link communities with STEM education. Her professional experience includes nonprofit management, work in museums, university outreach, program development, and workforce efforts. Admission is $20 per person and includes lunch.

Phat Cats Gaming presents an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign built around The Heist of the Golden Vault, inviting parties to scheme, use disguises, and infiltrate as they attempt ambitious scores with tense getaways and surprises along the way. Each session blends brain teasing puzzles, stealth oriented objectives, and engaging encounters, all powered by collaborative storytelling where decisions and dice shape the path forward. New and experienced players are welcome in a supportive setting. The plot continues from one gathering to the next, giving groups a chance to grow a criminal or heroic empire over time. Participants can bring a character and dice, and assistance with character creation is available.

Kirby Park in San Angelo hosts the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, an Alzheimer’s Association event. The walk builds awareness and generates funds that back local care and support in the community and help drive research toward ending the disease.

A weekly Standard-format Hololive trading card game tournament brings fans and players together at Phat Catz Gaming. In Standard play, decks use the latest sets in rotation, which helps keep matches fresh and balanced for both newcomers and seasoned competitors. Expect friendly competition, a supportive Hololive community, and chances to refine strategies, trade cards, and enjoy the game with others.

A weekly Cardfight Vanguard meetup at Phat Cats Gaming brings players together for casual play, friendly matches, and strategy-driven games. Participants can bring their own decks and enjoy an inviting setting for learning, practicing, and testing ideas. Suitable for newcomers and experienced fighters alike.

A community benefit at Blaine’s Pub offers family-friendly activities to support 19-year-old Bodey Jeys and his growing family as he faces a recent CML Leukemia diagnosis. Enjoy a pork chop lunch with sides for $15 per plate, with a convenient to-go option. Fundraising also includes a silent auction, a live auction, and an on-site saddle raffle, with tickets priced at $25 for one or $100 for six. Proceeds will help Bodey and his wife, Railei, as they prepare to welcome their first child. Ways to help include donating, bidding in the auctions, purchasing raffle tickets, sharing the event, and offering support and prayers. For more information, contact Derek Morrison at 214-912-7316.

Phat Cats Gaming hosts competitive, tournament-style Pokémon TCG play on Sundays, where trainers battle through structured rounds for prizes and bragging rights. The atmosphere blends serious strategy with a welcoming community, creating plenty of chances to connect with other players and strengthen skills. All experience levels are encouraged, and staff are available to help newcomers get started with tournament play.