DreamWeek Is…

DreamWeek San Antonio (DWSA) is an annual, multi-day summit dedicated to celebrating humanity by creating environments for civil and civic engagement. Its core purpose is to foster the exchange of ideas and dreams for the common good, ultimately revealing the inherent “community genius” within San Antonio.

Held each January, coinciding with the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy, DreamWeek provides a broad platform for dialogue on universal issues affecting humanity. Through a diverse array of community-curated events—ranging from symposiums, panel discussions, and debates to film screenings, concerts, and art exhibits—DWSA aims to:

• Bridge divides and create a sense of belonging for all.
• Empower individuals with the understanding and education needed for peaceful coexistence.
• Create networking opportunities for organizations working to better the human condition.
• Amplify the voices of the community to inspire discussion and ignite change.

The first permanent settlement of San Antonio was founded over 300 years ago on the site of the Coahuiltecan Native American village. Beginning with the establishment of a presidio, town and five Franciscan missions along the river, San Antonio has grown to the seventh largest city in the U.S.  Welcoming over 30 million visitors annually, we offer unique attractions for all ages and all ethnicities including the River Walk, Alamo and Hemisfair Park.

In 2015, the Alamo and San Antonio Missions National Historic Park were officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of twenty-four in the United States.

San Antonio is a city of a confluence of rich and diverse cultures. The city’s unique history has laid a foundation for people of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds to coexist and thrive as one community. San Antonio is one of a handful of major U.S. cities which classifies as a majority-minority city.

The Alamo City is also home to an often unconventional, and ever-growing art scene, a downtown replete with niche restaurants and boutiques, and annual city-wide festivals that celebrate San Antonio and its storied cultures. The city proudly hosts one of the largest MLK Day marches in the nation (A DreamWeek marker), with estimates of over 300,000 participants on the route.

Get ready for DreamWeek San Antonio 2026: Revelations! This January, we invite you to discover the profound truths shaping our city. Join us as we shine a light on the hidden gems and untapped resources thriving within our community, celebrate the unsung heroes—the individuals and organizations tirelessly working to better our society, and unveil the compelling historical facts that laid the very foundations of San Antonio. Prepare to be enlightened as we uncover what truly makes our city extraordinary.

The vision for a more connected and understanding community truly took flight in 2011 with the establishment of DreamVoice, LLC by Shokare Nakpodia. This pivotal moment laid the groundwork for what would become DreamWeek San Antonio, an annual summit designed to ignite dialogue and foster unity. Just two years later, in 2013, the inaugural DreamWeek San Antonio summit made its powerful debut, featuring a remarkable collaboration of 20 partners and hosting 35 impactful events right here in San Antonio. From that initial spark, DreamWeek San Antonio has grown exponentially, becoming a cornerstone of civic engagement in our city.

Our Dedicated Team

Our strength lies in our vibrant team, a passionate collective of community advocates from all walks of life. We are united by a singular, unwavering commitment: to cultivate an environment where the pressing issues facing our global community can be addressed in a civic and civil manner. We believe in empowering individuals with the understanding and education necessary for peaceful coexistence, fostering a community where engagement leads to progress.

Want to learn more about how you can get involved with DreamVoice or DreamWeek?

The DreamVoice Team, a collection of community advocates from all walks of life, consists of dedicated writers, entrepreneurs, artists, authors and designers. The singular commitment is to promote an environment in which issues facing our global community are addressed in a civic and civil manner, while empowering those who seek the understanding and education required for peaceful coexistence.