INSIDE THE MIDTERMS:
October 27, 2026
INSIDE THE MIDTERMS:
October 27, 2026
Overview
Join us for CityFest 2026 — an engaging and dynamic three-day event that will bring together influential leaders and rising stars in our city. This year, we will explore a topic that has local, regional and national implications, the Midterm elections.
We’ll kick off the week with Ballots and Brews, a fun happy hour with a healthy dose of local politics. San Antonio Report Government and Politics Senior Reporter Andrea Drusch and The Source and Texas Matters Host and Senior Reporter David Martin Davies will share their thoughts on everything local government. Sponsors, San Antonio Report and TPR members receive priority ticketing.
With exactly one week from the midterm elections, this year’s keynote, The Midterms — All Eyes on Texas is a must see event. American Political Commentator Chris Cillizza joins Senior Vice President and Editor-in-Chief Leigh Munsil for a discussion about the midterms and the role that Texas and San Antonio have in shaping our nation’s political future.
“If you want to know what is happening in our city, you should attend the San Antonio Report’s CityFest. This year is especially interesting with discussions around the 2026 Midterm elections. Don’t miss it!”
Judge Nelson Wolff
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
Lead the festival with top-tier branding, VIP perks, and the spotlight on every stage.
Changemaker Sponsor
Be a driving force for civic conversation with premium visibility and engagement.
Engagement Sponsor
Connect with San Antonio’s leaders through standout branding and prime event access.
Innovation Sponsor
Show your forward-thinking spirit with program sponsorship and targeted promotions.
City Builder Sponsor
Help shape the conversation with visible support and community presence.
In-Kind / Media Sponsor
Partner through products, services, or media to amplify CityFest’s reach.
Summary
The San Antonio Report has been serving the San Antonio area with high-quality, independent journalism for 14 years. Earlier this year, the San Antonio Report and Texas Public Radio joined forces to create the largest nonprofit newsroom in the region. Together, we provide daily news digital and broadcast news reports, in-depth coverage into all facets of life in San Antonio and a year-round calendar of civic engagement events, all free for anyone to read, listen and share.
As a reader-supported nonprofit newsroom we are able to publish without fear or favor and without any obligation to outside owners or interests. We commit to earning the time and trust of our community by providing useful and informative news, insights and perspectives you won’t find anywhere else, always aiming to spur interest and action in San Antonio communities.
We work with civically minded businesses, nonprofits and community groups to help them reach their marketing goals and business objectives, and offer digital advertising and sponsorship opportunities. To discuss partnership opportunities with the San Antonio Report, please contact us at business@sareport.org.
“I eagerly anticipate CityFest every year to understand what’s driving the pulse of our City.“
Mike Flores • Chancellor, Alamo Colleges District
“Still deciding how you’re going to make positive impact on San Antonio? Then you need to be in on the conversation at CityFest. It’s THE place where you discover the doors of opportunity – and the keys to unlock them.“
Andi Rodriguez • Downtowner & Six-time CityFest Attendee
CityFest Schedule of Events
Main Event (Sponsored)
The Midterms — All eyes on Texas.
American Political Commentator Chris Cillizza joins Senior Vice President and Editor-in-Chief Leigh Munsil for a discussion about the midterms and the role that Texas and San Antonio have in shaping our political future.
- Tuesday, October 27
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Tobin Performing Arts Center
Moderator:
Editor in Chief
Leigh Munsil
Guest Speaker
Political Analyst
Chris Cillizza
Chris Cillizza is an American political analyst, journalist, and digital media creator. He is best known for his sharp, accessible breakdowns of U.S. politics, including his work at CNN and The Washington Post. He now runs a popular YouTube channel SO WHAT with Chris Cillizza and publishes on Substack, where he explains political news in clear, engaging terms.
Monday, Oct 26
TPR Headquarters
5:30 p.m.
Join Government and Politics Senior Reporter Andrea Drusch and The Source and Texas Matters Host and Senior Reporter David Martin Davies.
Wednesday, Oct 28
Facebook & Instagram
Social Media Takeover
Follow the SA Report and TPR teams plus special guests on this day of social activity around the Midterm elections.
October 26-28, 2026
You are the changemaker.
Prove it by joining us at San Antonio Report’s CityFest 2026 for a series of can’t-miss events!
