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Let’s talk about Spurs Week

The San Antonio Spurs are kicking off Austin’s first-ever NBA games with the I-35 Series.

March 23, 2023 • 
Laura Figi
The San Antonio Spurs mascot in front of the "Greetings from Austin" mural.

The Spurs are sharing the love with Austin at Spurs Fan Fest.

Photo by Anne Ousey

Forget the NCAA tournament, it’s all about Spurs Week.

The San Antonio Spurs are bringing a week-long party to ATX to celebrate the “I-35 Series,” two games at the Moody Center marking the start of the first regular NBA season games ever in Austin.

The I-35 Series + pop-up events = Austin Spurs Week. Take a look at this timeline of events:

Sunday, April 2-Saturday, April 8

Sunday, April 2

  • Pub crawl and Spurs v. Sacramento Kings watch party around the city

Thursday, April 6

Friday, April 7

  • Spurs Fan Fest, including a free concert from Shakey Graves at Republic Square

Saturday, April 8

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