FESTIVALS
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
SA N A NTONIO BOAT S HOW San Antonio | Boating enthusiasts gather at the Alamodome to checkout the latest in watercraft and accessories. sanantonioboatshow.com
ASIAN FESTIVAL San Antonio | Mouthwatering Asian treats, dance, and other customs are highlighted at the Institute of Texan Cultures. asianfestivalsa. com BUD LIGHT MARDI GRAS RIVER PARADE & FESTIVAL San Antonio | A procession of decorated river barges transform the River Walk into a floating Bourbon Street. Enjoy live music on Arneson Stage from 11 am to 7 pm, and a festival of food, arts & crafts, activities and more at La Villita. thesanantonioriverwalk.com SAN ANTONIO STOCK SHOW & RODEO San Antonio | A two week extravaganza including plenty a carnival, live music, livestock shows, and a PRCA Rodeo! sarodeo.com
MARCH
APRIL
CINEFESTIVAL San Antonio | Some of the best in contemporary US and International Latino films screen at the Guadalupe Theater. The eight day program boasts world, regional, and US premieres culminating with the Premios Mesquite honoring the festival’s stand out entries in documentary and narrative film making. guadalupeculturalarts.org
F I ES TA SA N A NT ONIO San Antonio | Fiesta® is the Party With a Purpose. With roots dating back to 1891, it has evolved into one of this nation’s premier festivals. The funds raised provide services to San Antonio citizens throughout the year, so you could say that Fiesta® never ends! fiesta-sa.org
FIESTA PRIM AV E R A AT MA R K E T S QUA R E San Antonio | Historic Market Square in downtown San Antonio lights up with 2 blocks full of carnival rides, food and craft vendors, live entertainment, dancing, and shopping specials. sanantonio.gov
PO T EET S T R AW BER RY F ES T I VA L Poteet | 14 areas of continuous entertainment featuring concerts with nationally known Country Western and Tejano stars, regional bands, gunslingers, carnival, contests, and rodeo performances. strawberryfestival.com
MAY
JUNE
CINCO DE MAYO
SUMMER ART & JAZZ FESTIVAL San Antonio | Food, culture, music, and art take the stage for three day celebration in Market Square. sanantoniosummerartjazzfestival.com
San Antonio | Celebrations commemorate the Mexican Army’s defeat of the invading French at the Battle of Puebla. Events include a festival with music and food at historic Market Square, concerts, and more. sanantonio.gov/marketsquare
FIESTA NOCHE DE L R IO
San Antonio | A summer outdoor performance on the River Walk featuring songs and dances of Mexico, Spain, Argentina, and Texas. The show has been seen by more than 1 million visitors and raised more than $2.5 million for local children’s charities. fiestanochesa.com
KERRVIL L E FOL K FE S T IVA L
Kerrville | The longest continuously running musical festival in the US. Activities are provided for all ages with a focus on nurturing and developing artistic expression. kerrville-music.com
WATERMELON THUMP Luling | Four fun filled days with a parade, continuous live entertainment, world championship seed spitting contest, carnival, arts & crafts, and lots more! watermelonthump.com
JULY
AUGUST
CAC TUS PEA R M US IC FE S T IVA L San Antonio | A classical music festival that includes some of the most sublime music the world has ever heard. cpmf.us
SAN ANTONIO RESTAURANT WEEK San Antonio | A celebration of the local food of San Antonio! The experience gives visitors and residents the opportunity to experience the quality, variety, and hospitality that embody the San Antonio dining experience. culinariasa.org
F LOAT FEST San Marcos | Float Fest combines all the fun and relaxation of tubing with live music. floatfest.net S C HERTZ JUBIL EE Schertz | The first Jubilee in 1975 is honored as South Texas’ largest tribute to freedom and those who serve in the armed forces! Complete with live musical entertainment, a parade, a 5K Run, a carnival, BBQ cook-off, food, and fun for the whole family. visitschertz.com
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
GUADALUPE FESTIVAL & STREET PARADE San Antonio | Floats, marching bands, and more are part of this familyoriented event going strong for a quarter century. avenidaguadalupe.org
DI A DE L O S M U ER T O S
SCHERTZFEST Schertz | A true celebration of Schertz history. Join the Parks & Recreation Foundation for live music; craft, business, and food vendors; a carnival and a sanctioned BBQ cook-off. visitschertz.com
San Antonio | This is a tradition in which families remember the departed with a variety of activities, including lively processions, traditional dress, altar building, and the chance to make memories. visitsanantonio.com
SA N A NT ONIO BEER F ES T I VA L
San Antonio | An afternoon of cold beer, great food, music, live art and activities. Sample over 250 craft and premium beers from 80 local breweries and around the world. sanantoniobeerfestival.com
FIESTAS PATRIAS Seguin | Reinforces cultural links with Mexico and includes festivities involving special music, songs, dances, native cuisine, costumes, and homage to folk heroes. tradersvillage.com/san-antonio/events
ZOO BOO
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
HOLIDAY RIVER PAR A DE San Antonio | The river parade kicks off the holidays as thousands of lights illuminate the River Walk and decorated floats wind through the river in one of the country’s only nighttime river parades. thesanantonioriverwalk.com
A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS San Antonio | Have your picture taken with Santa, listen to Christmas carolers in the park, stop by the petting zoo, and enjoy all the rides open at night. morganswonderland.com
WU R STFEST
SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS San Antonio | Thrilling rides and exciting family entertainment, along with tasty treats, iceless skating, and more! sixflags.com/ fiestatexas
New Braunfels | A unique annual celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas fun! Enjoy good food, music, dancing, exciting carnival rides and games, German, Texan, and domestic beer, special events, and the finest in Alpine and Bavarian style entertainment. wurstfest.com
San Antonio | An exciting, safe, and non-scary Halloween event for families with children 12 years of age or younger. Guests are encouraged to wear non-scary costumes. Activities include trick-or-treating, face painting, entertainment, games, and a costume contest. sazoo.org
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