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DWSA 2027 Marquee Events

Where San Antonio’s biggest moments meet its most engaged audiences.

DreamWeek San Antonio’s marquee events anchor the 2027 summit, from the first keynote of the season to the final note of closing night. Each one is a high-visibility opportunity to connect with civic leaders, business partners, media, creatives, and engaged audiences across San Antonio.

Press Conference ↓Kick-Off Breakfast ↓Awards Luncheon ↓The Dream Ball ↓

Press Conference + Reception

The press conference previews summit highlights and spotlights our partners and sponsors. Afterward, the reception invites guests to celebrate San Antonio’s diversity and build lasting connections ahead of the summit.

Date
To be announced
Location
Venue to be announced
Sponsorship opportunities
Press Conference + Reception. A speaker at the podium in front of the DreamWeek San Antonio backdrop.
Press Conference + Reception. Guests in the front row listening to the announcements.
Press Conference + Reception. Guests talking together at the reception that follows the press conference.
Press Conference + Reception. A musician singing and playing guitar in front of the DreamWeek San Antonio backdrop.

Kick-Off Breakfast

Civic leaders, sponsors, and community champions gather for a morning of keynote remarks and shared purpose, officially opening the summit’s programming.

Date
Friday, January 15, 2027
Location
Venue to be announced
DetailsSponsorship opportunities
Kick-Off Breakfast. A full banquet hall of guests seated at round tables for the opening breakfast.
Kick-Off Breakfast. A speaker raising his hand at the podium in front of the A Collective Vision banner.
Kick-Off Breakfast. Guests at breakfast tables facing the stage and screen during opening remarks.
Kick-Off Breakfast. A guest interviewed on camera beside the DreamWeek San Antonio banner as the room looks on.
Kick-Off Breakfast. Tables with sunflower centerpieces as the keynote address appears on screen.
Kick-Off Breakfast. A speaker at the Briscoe Western Art Museum podium in front of the Igniting Change banner.
Kick-Off Breakfast. Guests standing with hands on hearts during the opening ceremony.

Awards Luncheon

Every January, DWSA pauses to express its gratitude. The Awards Luncheon honors the extraordinary leaders and organizations transforming San Antonio’s collective future.

Date
Friday, January 22, 2027
Location
Venue to be announced
DetailsSponsorship opportunities
Awards Luncheon. A packed ballroom of guests at round tables beneath the keynote screens.
Awards Luncheon. Guests filling the ballroom for the afternoon program.
Awards Luncheon. A speaker at the DWSA podium framed by flower arrangements.
Awards Luncheon. Honorees and guests seated at tables across the luncheon hall.
Awards Luncheon. A keynote speaker addressing guests beside the DreamVoice banner.
Awards Luncheon. Bright table centerpieces and Futuring Us signs held up by guests.
Awards Luncheon. Guests standing and holding hands around their tables.
Awards Luncheon. A young speaker at the podium under string lights.

DreamWeek San Antonio Fundraiser

The Dream Ball

DreamWeek San Antonio closes the way it should: the city’s top talent sharing one stage for a night of culture, performance, and celebration.

Date
Saturday, January 30, 2027
Location
Venue to be announced
DetailsSponsorship opportunities
The Dream Ball. A marching band performing on stage under red and green lights.
Guests standing with hands on hearts during a DreamWeek San Antonio ceremony.
The Dream Ball. A lion dance costume moving through the crowd.
The Dream Ball. Folklórico dancers in full skirts performing across the stage.
The Dream Ball. Performers in traditional dress dancing on stage.
The Dream Ball. Two performers mid-routine on a dark stage.
The Dream Ball. A performer in an astronaut suit beside a singer reading from a score.
The Dream Ball. A singer with a red rose in her hair performing in violet light.