2022 Fiesta San Antonio Magazine

THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO FIESTA® SAN ANTONIO

What’s Inside PRESIDENT’S WELCOME

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POSTER ARTIST

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MAYOR’S GREETING

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MILITARY COMMANDER WELCOME LETTER

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TOGETHER AGAIN!

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FIRST COMMAND

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JBSA MILITARY AMBASSADORS

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FIESTA® FIESTA AT HEMISFAIR

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OFFICIAL FIESTA® SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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PARADE ROUTES

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OFFICIAL FIESTA® SAN ANTONIO EVENT DESCRIPTIONS

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FIESTA’S 2022 MILITARY AMBASSADORS

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QUEEN THE ORDER OF THE ALAMO

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KING SAN ANTONIO XCIX

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REY FEO LXXIII

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MISS FIESTA 2022

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REINA DE LA FERIA DE LAS FLORES

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What’s Inside FIESTA TEEN QUEEN

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QUEEN OF SOUL

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CHARRO QUEEN

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MISS SAN ANTONIO

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FIESTA COMMISSION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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FIESTA COMMISSION EXECTIVE COMMITTEE

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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

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FIESTA SAN ANTONIO COMMISSION STAFF

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FORMER PRESIDENTS OF THE FIESTA SAN ANTONIO COMMISSION

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FIESTA SAN ANTONIO COMMISSION MEMBERS

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DISTINGUISHED FIESTA VOLUNTEERS

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SPONSORS

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SPECIAL THANKS

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SAVE THE DATE

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Resilience: the ability to recover from setbacks, adapt well to change, and keep going in the face of adversity. What better describes the response of our community coming out of the pandemic?

Certainly, each of us, as well as our neighbors, our partners, our families - have all been affected by the pandemic in some way, but the effect it’s had on us is not as important as how we’ve each responded to it. Operationally, Fiesta is no different. We’re bouncing back, as individuals, as organizations, as a community and as Fiesta - VIVA FIESTA!

President’s Welcome I often get asked if we will have a normal Fiesta in 2022, but normal is defined differently now too. My response is that, in general, it may take a few years before Fiesta is considered “normal” again. The staff and volunteers are doing everything we can to ensure that Fiesta 2022 is as safe and as ‘normal’ as possible, and that in itself is demonstrative of just how resilient we are as a community. We have an incredibly rare opportunity to reset, reinvest and reimagine what Fiesta can mean to this community - the largest cultural festival in the country! In that regard, I challenge each of you to visit an event during Fiesta 2022 that you and your family have not visited in the past.

If you’re a parade goer, try stopping by Post 76 and visiting the oldest VFW post in Texas. If you love the Taste of New Orleans, check out Market Square and Fiesta de los Reyes.

Carnival goers, stop by the Southwest School of Art for their Fiesta Arts Fair - the kids’ll love it! Fiesta has so much to offer our already diverse community, and it gives us such an incredible opportunity to share that diversity with each other across our city.

As the first military retiree to become Fiesta Commission President, I want to sincerely thank you for the confidence placed in me in putting us back on a path towards normalcy.

I’m not a San Antonio native, but when the military would send me here for training while on active duty, I’d marvel at the sights and sounds of this spectacular event. Prior to retirement, I knew San Antonio was where I wanted to live and I knew Fiesta was something I wanted to be a part of. When I asked how I could get involved in the community and potentially make a difference, the response was a resounding “Join the Fiesta Commission!” And so I did and I’ve treasured every single moment of it.

Thank you to the thousands of volunteers, the staff at the Commission, the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors, the Participating Member Organizations, the membership, and the community business and government leaders who work together every year to make Fiesta possible.

We may not change the world, but together we may be able to change someone’s world.

Viva Fiesta!

Jonathan C. Fristoe | President Fiesta San Antonio Commission

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2022 Poster Artist

Ricky Williamson Ricky’s inspiration for his poster design titled, RESILIENCE: I love Fiesta San Antonio, and it has been such a huge part of my family's tradition, most of my life, by marching in a band during one of the parades, attending one of the festive events or being a Fiesta Poster artist. Through the years, there are many symbols that have engrained their way into my mind that remind me of Fiesta and our beloved city San Antonio.

The background of my poster is a blue Mexican Blanket. This has significance to me, as this was the blanket my mother gave me when I went away to college at BYU IDAHO. On cold nights, it was a warm comforting reminder of my home, my family, and especially, my mother, who raised us with love and a stern chancla that only a Mexican Mom can throw on target every time. God Bless you momma . . . I dedicate this artwork to you!

The foreground dancers, of course, are iconic for representing, not only San Antonio, but many of the festivities and events of Fiesta.

The beautiful colors of the dresses and elegance of the Folklorico dancers bring back many memories of my youth and attending the various performances during Fiesta and its celebrations.

The shape, surrounding the dancers, frames the San Antonio skyline, as well as the river behind them. The shape is based on Mission San Jose's La Ventana De Rosa (The Rose Window), which is one of the most symbolic shapes in our grand city, representing our faith and hope. The window was sculpted in 1775 and is considered one of the finest examples of baroque architecture in North America. And, of course, it rests here in our fair city...San Antonio.

The theme of 2022 Fiesta is RESILIENCE. I represented this theme with a beautiful Phoenix Bird rising above the city from the ashes of the previous years, as we faced survival during this worldwide pandemic and together have resiliently risen above its trials with faith, hope and joy.

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I utilized many colors of confetti, which to me, represents everything festive and happy about many of our traditions here in San Antonio, but especially our most grand celebration, Fiesta.

Finally, the LOGO and font style I made for the wording of Fiesta needed to symbolize our culture and be something that could stand on its own. I wanted it to be more than just a simple font.

It needed to stand as a piece of artwork on its own and still beautifully capture the feel of Fiesta in San Antonio.

Thank you to the Fiesta® San Antonio Commission for selecting my poster for the 2022 Official Poster. This is truly a privilege to me and my family. Viva Fiesta San Antonio!

Ricky’s portfolio is online at: https://www.rixds.agency

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Mayor’s Greeting Welcome to Fiesta 2022!

I am happy to celebrate Fiesta 2022 alongside all San Antonians and visitors! First celebrated in 1891, the Fiesta parade has morphed into an annual festival that unifies residents in celebration of community spirit. Considered one of our most beloved traditions, Fiesta was created to honor the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. This historic commemoration continues to this day and highlights San Antonio’s rich and diverse cultural history.

The Party with a Purpose features thousands of volunteers, has an economic impact of more than $340 million, and includes events sponsored by our local nonprofits and military organizations. Funds raised through these events enrich our city throughout the year, helping worthwhile causes ranging from scholarships to mentoring to programs for senior citizens. The philanthropic element of Fiesta is vitally important to our city as it showcases our efforts to make our community and help our neighbors.

San Antonio is more ready than ever for the excitement and celebration that Fiesta 2022 will bring. As we gather to embrace all of Fiesta’s well-known traditions, I hope you have an opportunity to enjoy food tastings, musical performances, carnivals, parades, and family events meant for locals and visitors alike. Fiesta is an important part of our city’s fabric and has attracted regional, national, and international attention. Just like the River Walk and the Alamo, so does Fiesta unify us all for a common purpose – that of leading with compassion while having fun.

The City of San Antonio is honored to partner with the Fiesta Commission year after year to be a part of one of the most special events of the year.

Viva Fiesta! Viva San Antonio!

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Military Commander Welcome Letter Viva Fiesta, Military City, USA! Every year, the citizens of San Antonio and surrounding communities come together to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and Battle of San Jacinto. From its humble beginning in 1891 when festive horse-drawn carriages circled Alamo Plaza and participants pelted each other with blossoms, today’s Fiesta San Antonio has grown into an 11day celebration of diverse heritage, cultures and traditions.

Training has been a central part of the military mission in San Antonio since the community donated 90 acres of land to construct the historic Quadrangle at Fort Sam Houston in 1870. From basic military training, to medical, technical, cyber, and flying training, hundreds of thousands of men and women who wear our nation’s uniform have come through San Antonio on their journey of serving our nation.

As we celebrate the 131st birthday of Fiesta, 2022 also marks two significant milestones for Airmen. This year we celebrate the Air Force’s 75th anniversary as an independent military service and Air Education and Training Command’s 80th anniversary of recruiting, training, and educating exceptional Airmen who provide airpower for America anytime, anywhere.

Dawna and I are honored to be part of this year’s Fiesta activities and witness the renewed spirit and resiliency of “Military City, USA” during these unprecedented times.

On behalf of more than 140,000 active-duty military, government civilians, veterans and their families who call San Antonio home, I would like to thank you for your friendship and unwavering support of our service members in San Antonio and their families, and for making all who serve here a part of this vibrant community. Together we embrace the spirit of Fiesta, bigger and better than ever!

Viva San Antonio! Viva Fiesta!

LIEUTENANT GENERAL MARSHALL B. WEBB, USAF Commander, Air Education and Training Command Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas

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Together Again

BY BOB MCCULLOUGH

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If Fiesta San Antonio wanted a theme song for 2022, an appropriate selection might be the timeless, heartstrings-tugging, country-western tune “Together Again.”

“My tears have stopped falling,” the upbeat lyrics proclaim. “The long, lonely nights…are now at an end.” That’s surely how scores of Fiesta-aficionados must feel after the pandemic forced cancellation of the city-wide celebration in 2020 and resulted in a scaled-down version in June 2021.

But traditional Fiesta in almost all its fun and frivolity is back for a 11-day run, March 31 through April 10. And the president of the Fiesta Commission, which coordinates and oversees the festivities, couldn’t be happier because of Fiesta’s critical role in the community.

“Fiesta is all about supporting non-profits in our city,” says U. S. Army COL (Ret) Jon Fristoe. “It’s a party with a purpose – more than 100 events that promote the art, heritage, culture and spirit of San Antonio. Fiesta’s economic impact of almost $350 million supports over a hundred non-profits and helps fill a void that the city’s budget could not possibly achieve.”

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted that economic infusion to non-profits, so Fristoe eagerly looks forward to Fiesta’s comeback as an economic generator for doing good in the community. Aside from the dollars generated, he’s excited about the intangibles that Fiesta is famous for such as fun, inclusion and unity.

Fristoe points with pride to the dedication and determination of Fiesta PMOs (Participating Member Organizations) to return to normalcy. All are focused on heeding the latest COVID-19 guidance of health officials to safeguard participants, spectators and volunteers.

“We’ve survived adversity as individuals and PMOs,” Fristoe says, “and we’re coming back strong and resilient. Signs of renewed vitality are everywhere. For example, the vibrant colors of Fiesta poster entries and the creative designs of Fiesta medals convey positive and popular subjects such as cascarones, piñatas, Fiesta royalty and revered local landmarks such as the Alamo and the Tower of the Americas. It’s as if Fiesta is like the phoenix, an immortal bird associated with Greek mythology that regenerates or is born again.”

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A sampling of Fiesta events underscores resilience as the focus for 2022.

Battle of Flowers Parade – Friday, April 8 (Vanguard – 8:55 am; parade – 9:30 am), 2.5-mile route beginning at San Antonio College on Main Avenue and ending at St. Mary’s and Commerce streets downtown.

Fiesta Flambeau Parade – Saturday, April 9 (Vanguard – 7 pm; parade – 7:30 pm), similar to route of Battle of Flowers Parade The Battle of Flowers Parade, which ultimately mushroomed into the city-wide Fiesta festivities, began in 1891 to honor the heroes of Texas Revolution battles at the Alamo, San Jacinto and Goliad.

It’s the nation’s second-oldest and largest day parade, says parade chair Melissa Branch, and the oldest run completely by women volunteers.

“We were just six weeks away from presenting the 2020 parade when the country went into lockdown,” Branch remembers. “We were forced to dismantle our floats and decorations and invest in protective equipment to extend the shelf life of many of our props.

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shuttered everything. What most people don’t realize is that over 70 percent of our parade participants are high school students.

When the schools went into virtual learning mode, that guaranteed the parade would remain sidelined.”

However, the pandemic precipitated a partnership between Fiesta’s two biggest parades.

In March 2021, social media showed Mardi Gras krewes in New Orleans decorating porches with replicas of floats, so Fiesta Flambeau officials contacted the Battle of Flowers Association to ascertain interest in partnering and producing a city-wide Porch Parade with the theme of “Takin’ It to Your Street,” according to Linda Skop, Fiesta Flambeau public relations director. “The Porch Parade would bring the two organizations together for collaboration for the first time in the history of Fiesta,” she says. “Both were intent on bringing the joy and spirit of Fiesta virtually and safely.”

Fiesta TV sponsor KSAT-12 agreed to publicize the parade, and generous merchants donated prizes for winners in residential, business and school categories.

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Night in Old San Antonio (NIOSA) – Tuesday, April 5, through Friday, April 8 – 5:30-10:30 pm, La Villita NIOSA, a mixture of multi-cultural food, entertainment and fun, is the top fundraiser for the Conservation Society of San Antonio, says Jana Foreman, NIOSA chair. The colorful four-evening event funds the Society’s preservation of historic properties as well as education programs.

NIOSA 2020 was cancelled, and NIOSA in June 2021 was downsized to enable social distancing. “Many of our booths were moved or eliminated,” she explains, “and we implemented new serving procedures to limit direct contact with guests and provided our volunteers with rules for sanitizing and serving food and drinks. To stay safe in 2022, we will comply with the City’s suggestions and mandates.”

Fiesta de los Nińos – Saturday, April 2, 10 am to 6 pm, San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology at Port San Antonio, 102 Mabry Fiesta de los Nińos transforms the museum grounds at Port San Antonio into a family-friendly Fiesta environment where guests can enjoy rides, games, entertainment and food, plus STEM activities.

Instead of an in-person event in 2021, a virtual ¡Esports Fiesta! tournament brought together 10 esports clubs from Texas universities in a competition for scholarship money, says Stephanie Garcia, business development specialist.

This year, Port San Antonio is working with partner ASM Global to stage the biggest festival yet. It will include musical entertainment, esports competitions and STEM activity booths.

United Way Kids’ Festival – Saturday, April 9, 11 am to 2 pm, Copernicus Park, 5003 Lord Road Sponsored by the Texas Cavaliers, this free event for children and their families offers music, games and community resources focused on early childhood development. The pandemic necessitated a drive-through celebration last year, says Katherine Pipoly, the United Way ‘s Ready Children vice president, “but we plan to transition back to an in-person event, hosted outside with ample room to socially distance partner organizations as well as families.”

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Praise Dance Celebration – Sunday, April 10, 4 pm to 6 pm, Carver Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry The celebration originated in 2002 as a free community event to share and celebrate artistic forms of liturgical dance, according to Cheryl Palmer, PMO commissioner for Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.

Because the pandemic forced cancellation of the 2021 celebration, ATO enlisted the aid of a videographer, the Fiesta Commission and past dance group performers to present a virtual celebration. “Controlling the numbers of performers and patrons by following COVID-19 protocols is key to an in-person event in 2022,” Palmer adds.

Palo Alto College PACfest – Thursday, April 7, Noon to 10 pm, Palo Alto College “PACfest began in 1988 to raise funds for Palo Alto College student organizations,” says Leticia De La Rosa, director of community collaborations. “It has remained a beacon of hope for our students and the Southside community. It’s one of the largest official Fiesta San Antonio events south of Highway 90.”

After a pause because of the pandemic, family-friendly PACfest 2022 looks to attract 10,000 members of the community with food, games, music, a social media “alley” and the Fiesta Grilldown, a carne asada contest.

FREDSTOCK – Friday, April 8, 2 pm to 10 pm, Longwith Radio, Television and Film Building parking lot, San Antonio College (SAC), 121 W. Courtland Place In 2010, General Manager Donnie Meals of the college’s KSYM radio station conceptualized FREDSTOCK – named in memory of

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Fred Weiss, who started the music business program – to give students hands-on experience, from talent booking and production to legal and talent management.

Last year, the Courtland Music Business Association, SAC’s music business club, produced Virtual FREDSTOCK 2021 and simulcasted it in April and June, says Dr. Ruben C. Rodriguez, Music Business Program coordinator. “FREDSTOCK 2022 will be back on campus,” he adds. “It will be the traditional outdoor festival scenario with safety precautions such as hand sanitizer and PPE available for FREDHEADS.”

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Fiesta Family Blues Festival – Friday, April 8, Noon to 4 pm (Family Fun Time), 6 to 11 pm (Blues Concert), The Espee Pavilion, 1174 E. Commerce “We (the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum) saw there was not a program centered around blues music, nor was there a Fiesta event on the Eastside other than the Queen of Soul pageant,” says Deborah Omowale Jarmon, museum CEO/director. “Hence, the birth of the Blues Festival in 2019.”

The Festival is a way to highlight the museum’s mission to collect, preserve and share the African American cultural heritage of the San Antonio region, she explains. Festival highlights include food and craft vendors, children’s games and plenty of live music from local and national acts.

Pińatas in the Barrio – Saturday, April 2, Noon to 10 pm, Plaza Guadalupe, 1327 Guadalupe St. Presented by non-profit AUEDA (Action United for Entertainers and Diverse Artists), Pińatas in the Barrio began in 1997 when Rick Uriegas and his sister, Margo, were asked to create an annual event that Westside seniors on limited incomes would enjoy. It included the crowning of a senior-citizen King and Queen of the Barrio to complement other Fiesta royalty.

“In 2021, our event did not take place, but we kept the faith and kept in contact with our volunteers, vendors, artists and donors,” event coordinator Uriegas says. So, the hope for 2022 is a return to a safe, fun event that offers live entertainment and food and that raises funds for AUEDA to help those in the artistic and entertainment community needing assistance.

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Fiesta de los Spurs Run – Saturday, April 9, 6 pm, along the Fiesta Flambeau Parade route “Our run is new to the Fiesta calendar,” says Julie McCarty, manager of Spurs Give. “In 2020, when the world shut down, so did our plans for our first-ever Spurs Give event during Fiesta to get the community excited about fitness. We can’t wait to get families out and inspire them to be active in a fun way.”

McCarty also says that the Fiesta del los Spurs Run seeks to raise money for the mission of non-profit Spurs Give to provide financial aid to worthwhile community programs. “We are looking forward to bringing people together for a good cause and a fun event,” she adds.

“All in all, Fiesta gives families an opportunity to get away from the troubles of the day,” Fiesta Commission President Fristoe says. “It brings our diverse community together, even if for only 11 days. It allows people to forget, to interact, to embrace, to share, to laugh.

That’s certainly a positive, beneficial way for our city to rebound from the pandemic.”

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As the lyrics of a potential Fiesta San Antonio theme song for 2022 happily declare, “The love that I knew is living again. And nothing else matters.

We’re together again!”

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First Command Rises

BY MR. GARY BOYD, AETC COMMAND HISTORIAN

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The Base Administration Building at Randolph, nicknamed "The Taj Mahal" completed in 1931.

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Training had literally been the first order of business on 1 August 1907 when the Army established the Aeronautical Division of the Signal Corps.

The original detachment had but three personnel, two enlisted personnel and an officer—Capt Charles Deforest Chandler, Corp Edward War, and PFC Joseph E. Barrett. They had been ordered to New York City to begin study in the maintenance and repair of balloons and dirigibles a month before the division activated under the tutelage of Leo Stevens and his balloon factory technicians. The balloon factory in New York City was really the first technical school. The complexity of the air mission has always necessitated comprehensive training due to the dangerous nature of our mission and the gravity penalty paid on every flight.

The small nature of America’s Air Force had allowed for mostly contractor-provided training until World War I when the need for pilots and mechanics outstripped the irregular methods of training used to that point. Vast numbers of air bases were built, such as Kelly Field in San Antonio to produce pilots and mechanics to fight in the First World War. Final training was accomplished overseas for most pilots availing the experience and materiel of allies. After the war, the numbers and support of the Air Service ebbed and its size and requirements ebbed. It was literally a country club air force in the inter-war period and the Air Service newsletters are replete with golfing and polo exploits along with the very real dangers of flying in the early days of aviation. By the 1930s, a single basic flying training base-Randolph

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Top: Laughlin Air Force Base in Del Rio, Texas was originally named Laughlin Field was all was required to produce the few hundred pilots Army Air Field on that March 3, 1943. needed a year, the graduates of whichsite headed to advanced flying Below: Randolph Field, Texas. The 405-acre includes 350 contributing training at Kelly Field after completing the basic flying school. buildings, sites, and structures, and 47 non-contributing ones; in the Mission Revival, Spanish Colonial Revival, and Streamline Moderne styles.

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Above: Lt. Gen. Yount at Fort Worth office with his son.

Opposite page: Female Air Force Pilots posing on the airfield.

The expansion of the Air Corps began none too soon in 1939, with World War II already on the horizon in Europe. The United States at that time lagged well behind the world’s best Air Forces, producing a mere 301 pilots in 1938 with about 22,300 personnel.

Under the first expansion program, the Air Corps was targeted to grow by 3,000 aircraft and 50,000 personnel, of whom 12,000 would be pilots. But with war preparations pressing the United States in multiple theaters, the target grew much larger—up to 70,000 pilots and 300,000 technical specialists.

In 1941, training was considered an important primary responsibility and was controlled by the Chief of Staff of the Air Corps (Lt Gen Hap Arnold) and delegated to the Deputy Chief of Staff to oversee and manage Maj Gen Barton K. Yount. Once war began, however, training became of such paramount importance that its

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command needed to be consolidated in the field. The Flying Training Command became Army Air Forces Training Command when it was constituted 23 January 1942 in Washington. Still under command on General Yount, it would move to Fort Worth and occupy the top six floors of a multi-story art deco build owned by the Railroad Texas and Pacific Railroad. That building still stands proudly today and is the forerunner of today’s command element at JBSA-Randolph in Martin Hall and the surrounding campus. The newly formed training command had a herculean job: train from almost scratch the world’s largest and most capable Air Force as soon as humanly possible. General Yount and our predecessors knew the importance and no-fail nature of the job ahead, and quickly set about to manage and complete a vast constellation of training bases stretching from coast to coast that would exceed 400 primary bases.

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At his first senior leader gathering General Arnold tasked all of his major command and NAF commanders with mission orders. For the combat commands under General Spaatz, “Prepare the specified forces for war (equipped and trained). Move and command those forces. Determine the requirements (beyond hose now specified) to defeat Germany (revise WPD-1). General Duncan and the HQ 8th Air Force to be the initial source of planning staff.. . .”

To General Yount and Training Command, General Arnold was also to the point: Full command responsibility for the satisfactory accomplishment of the flying training program through the 70,000 pilot training program.” Maj Gen Walter Weaver of AAF Technical Training Command (which would be aligned under AAF Training Command within a year, was also tasked to accomplish the training of at least 300,000 technical specialists. To his training commanders, Arnold was blunt: “I know the assignment is very heavy. The means available are inadequate. And it will be done.”

And with those mission type orders, the 80-year history of AETC began. There were construction projects, water shortages, weather and health challenges and always shifting programmed graduates in almost every specialty. Topping it off, the available technology and aircraft changed constantly—evolving on the fly towards highly sophisticated machines that by war’s end would include onboard radar and computer technology; jet aircraft, helicopters and nuclear weapons. When he came to San Antonio in December 1942 to give a speech to Airmen in training at the San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center—today’s Lackland AFB, Arnold knew that dark days would pass and that the Air Force was on the precipice of a transformation heretofore unseen in human history: Staggering new technology is on the way to greet Hitler and Hirohito--and we don't think that they are going to like it, either.

Within a few months the enemy will feel the impact of hundreds

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of planes dropping their bombs not on one or two nights a week, but every day and night in the week…

When that time comes we will hit their submarines while being constructed on their slipways, at their bases, and out in the wide oceans. We will hit their transportation facilities, their industries, their munitions plants, their airplane and tank factories. Hundreds of thousands of people will have to move from ruined cities to other localities. They will realize what a true war of today means.

Such is the fate that will come to both Germany and Japan.

Hap Arnold made that speech in front of ten acres of air cadets, pilots and crew that would fight the coming key air battles of World War II. The photograph of the speech and arrayed Airmen made its way around the world and became the iconic photograph of Air Corps training in World War II—it vastness and its potential all neatly arrayed in rows for the nation’s enemies to see and ponder.

Training Command began and continues to be defined by its vast mission. The command’s cadres has to teach and educate generations of Airmen on the doctrine, requirements and specifications the entire inventory of air and space weapons and specialties.

Our legacy then and now through 80-years of “fighting through” challenges. Recruit, train educate and innovate. The assignment is very heavy. The means available are often inadequate. And it will continue to be done.

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JBSA Military Ambassadors REPRESENT LONG-STANDING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO

BY KATHLEEN SALAZAR, 502ND AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Brig. Gen. Caroline M. Miller, Commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio, as well as this year’s military ambassador sponsor, and 502nd AABW and JBSA Command Chief Master Sgt. Casy D. Boomershine, take the opportunity to talk about this year’s Fiesta events with some of the 2022 Military Ambassadors. Viva Fiesta! #JBSA, #Military Ambassadors, #VivaFiestaSA2022

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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas –

San Antonio has celebrated the military since the first Battle of Flowers parade in 1891 that had about 15,000 people in attendance. Since then, the event has grown and so has the representation of the military.

Today, San Antonio continues its tradition that honors the historic relationship between San Antonio and the U.S. Armed Forces.

“We take the title of Military City USA very seriously and look for any opportunity to strengthen the bond between the military and civilian communities of San Antonio,” said Jon Fristoe, Fiesta San Antonio Commission President.

Two 2019 Military Ambassadors fasten Fiesta Medals to their sashes. A Fiesta tradition, medals inspired by military are collected, swapped and shared by the most serious Fiesta fans.

“Since 1891, Fiesta serves as a celebration to honor the heroes of the Alamo,” said Steve Rosenauer, Fiesta San Antonio Commission Executive Director. “The Fiesta San Antonio Commission and its 100-plus participating member organizations are proud to continue recognizing and honoring our military members through the involvement of the Military Ambassador Program.”

“Our Military Ambassadors represent the heroes who have fought for the freedoms we enjoy today,” said Brig. Gen. Caroline M. Miller, 502nd Air Base Wing and JBSA commander. “The communities surrounding JBSA show phenomenal support and appreciation to the men and women of the armed services, and during Fiesta, they are able to share their personal bond with the Military Ambassadors.”

“These dedicated service members represent each branch of the United States military and they create a positive impact throughout the 11 days of Fiesta by sharing their talents, attending events, promoting the military, engaging with Fiesta volunteers and guests and being positive role models to exemplify why San Antonio is Military City USA!,” Rosenauer said.

“As a military retiree myself, I can attest that relationship is no better demonstrated than through Fiesta’s partnership with the Military,” Fristoe said. “The Military Ambassador Program is one that acknowledges service members who represent the best in all of us: patriotism, diversity, resilience, community engagement, teamwork and inspiration.

“To have the Ambassadors participate in Fiesta as we celebrate our heritage and culture is testament to them as well as to their leaders who allow them the time to do so,” Fristoe added. “We are proud to support and endorse them as the literal linkage between the civilian and military communities.”

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The Official Fiesta 2022 Kick-off is March 31!

Fiesta® Fiesta at Hemisfair is for both novice and seasoned Fiesta-goers!

Fine art, great music, upscale culinary, medal mania, a spectrum of cultures, one of the best kids’ play areas around, fireworks and so much more – Fiesta Fiesta is the free event that brings it all.

If you are something of a newbie, this is your fun and friendly introduction to everything Fiesta. If you have been a Fiesta fan for as long as you’ve been alive, this is a great way to have fun and give back with the entire Fiesta community – and learn what’s new to experience with Fiesta 2022.

Located at Hemisfair, Fiesta Fiesta offers a little more shade and elbow room to enjoy what you love best.

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begins in Yanaguana Garden, where you can wander through the art as your family plays among the structures in the best playground in town. There are Fiesta items for purchase, and an array of enticing treats.

Outside the Institute, more artists will be creating art as you watch, with upbeat sounds and more Fiesta food and beverage choices.

Best of Fiesta Food and Beverage presenting so many of San Antonio’s diverse cultures offer delectable treats throughout the park. Your standard Fiesta foods await you — gorditas, fries, burgers, chicken on a stick, and street tacos — unique treats like churros, cake pops and made to order donuts. Not to mention beer and wine gardens for those who’d like to sit a spell in the shade serenaded by live music in the park.

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Pandemonium is the word for Fiesta Pins and Medals. We call it Pin Pandemonium – literally mayhem, madness, uproar, bedlam, hullabaloo – and the biggest and only official Medal event during Fiesta. Presented

by Monarch Trophy Studio, Pin Pandemonium at Fiesta Fiesta is where the most serious medal hoarders go to buy, trade, and give away medals. All proceeds directly benefit local non-profits and other members of Fiesta San Antonio – all committed to preserving the traditions of Fiesta and supporting efforts to preserve and evolve Fiesta for future generations.

Live Music and Fireworks and more.

Fiesta Fiesta’s main stage is nonstop from beginning to end with rockin’ everything –from DJs, to the best Military rock band, and special guest artists you won’t want to miss.

In between, comes the official-and-always-funbusiness of starting Fiesta 2022 – the People’s Parade through Hemisfair with official Fiesta Royalty and the nonprofits that bring us some 100 official Fiesta events, followed by the cutting of the tie and the breaking of the cascaron.

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Venture in to Pin Pandemonium to buy, trade or give away coveted 2022 Fiesta medals to support the nonprofit and other members of Fiesta San Antonio.

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Live music is served up all afternoon and evening long on Fiesta Fiesta’s main stage before culminating in a major Fireworks display.

Fireworks presented by Boeing from the Tower of the Americas provide a dazzling close to the formal entertainment, after which Fiesta fans young and old rest up for 10 more days of having fun while giving back.

Two “Tastes” for the Discerning Fiesta Palate Back for its third year, The Tower of the Americas will again host its ticketed event, "Taste at the Tower." At this family-friendly celebration, guests can nibble on chef-inspired appetizers, sip on tasty specialty drinks, catch some live music, and kids have their own fun zone. Visit www.toweroftheamericas.com for the full calendar of events and ticket information.

Always a sell-out event, “Taste of the Republic” is a ticketed culinary event in its fifth year and offers options as varied as the Lone Star State. Chef Brian West and about a dozen of San Antonio’s favorite chefs will offer nips of vodka, tequila, bourbon, whiskey, rum and gin — and of course wine and beer — to complement bites from what Chef West has defined as

Join Chef Brian West and his chef friends, like Chef José Ochoa (pictured right), for a more laid-back, elevated kickoff to Fiesta at Taste of the Republic and sample fare honoring Texas’ rich history.

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the “Six Food Republics of Texas.” From the “Piney Curtain” of East Texas, “The Acadian Coast” along the Gulf, “Hill Country” of Central Texas, “Tex-Mex” of South Texas, “Cowboy Cuisine” of the North and Northwest, and “The Green Chili Line” west of The Pecos River. **Due to construction, the Taste of the Republic will be held at The Good Kind, 1127 South St. Mary’s St.

Not all Fiesta foods come on a stick – unique recipes like paella and ceviche are served up at The Taste of the Republic, a VIP-style event within Fiesta® Fiesta.

What is Texas Cuisine?

Chef Brian West, a former Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio instructor, lets us in on a little history.

East Texas: Piney Curtain — Of any region of the Lone Star State, East Texas has the most Southern influence. Considered the gateway to the American South, in those beloved towns, east of the Trinity River, Southern-style comfort food is king. Think sweet potato pies, peach cobbler, and fried food.

The Gulf: Acadian Coast — Influenced by the French-Canadians known as “Acadians,” the Gulf is home to Texas oysters, when at their peak, have been called “the tastiest in North America.” These large, juicy delicacies are immensely diverse in flavor and vary in taste depending on which part of the gulf they come from. Prepared simply with usually just a dash of Tabasco, Texas oysters are in high demand especially in “Oyster County” of the North East.

Central Texas: Hill Country — When it comes to Texas barbecue, smoke is king. From the beef brisket of the cowboys to the smoked sausage influenced by German and Czech immigrants, Texas barbecue has evolved over time. Compared to its Southern, Carolina, and Kansas City cousins, Texas, in part, has a Mexican influence. Textbook Texan barbecue sauce starts with a tomato base and brisket is served sliced, not shredded, to preserve the fat and flavor.

South Texas: Tex-Mex — Just as “traditional” Mexican food evolved from two great cultures of Spain and the natives of Ancient Mexico, Tex-Mex took its inspiration from American and Mexican traditions.

Add beef to chili, cheddar cheese to enchiladas, and breakfast sausage and eggs to a tortilla and you’ve created a few of staples from its rich history.

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“The nachos, breakfast tacos and enchiladas we love are ours alone,” West said. “No, they are not Mexican, but we have a long tradition of cooking this way for hundreds of years and it deserves to be a part of the spotlight.”

North Texas: Cowboy Cuisine — Beef is a staple in all six culinary regions of Texas, but North Texas owes its prosperity to the cattle industry. In Dallas or Fort Worth, foodies can dine in upscale restaurants enjoying juicy ribeye steaks of high-quality Texas beef. Texas has a long history of exporting its choicest beef to the Northeast and contributing to the reputations of New York’s and Boston’s top steakhouses. While few name Texas as mecca for steakhouses, the best cuts of beef are Texas grown.

West Texas: The Green Chile Line — West Texas could be considered the Gateway to the Southwest. Influenced by the Native-American and Spanish culture, one boundary sets West Texas apart, and that is what West calls “The Green Chile Line.” From Adobo sauce and roasted pepper salsas to a variety of stews and more pork-centric dishes, bold flavors from chipotle and ancho chiles shine in West Texas cooking.

With this history in mind, Chef West and his team are bringing a unique event to Fiesta San Antonio’s lineup that can only be experienced at Fiesta Fiesta.

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Official Fiesta San Antonio Schedule of Events ®

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PRE-FIESTA EVENTS MARCH 3.26.22 | 7 – 10 PM San Antonio Lutheran Coronation San Antonio Lutheran Coronation Association Scottish Rite Cathedral | 308 Ave E. 3.27.22 | 10 AM Fiesta Mass San Fernando Cathedral San Fernando Cathedral | 115 Main Plaza

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10 AM – 4 PM | Fiesta® Flower Show The Woman’s Club of San Antonio Woodward Mansion | 1717 San Pedro Ave. 11 AM – 3 PM | Dia En La Sombrilla UTSA 1 UTSA Circle 4 – Midnight | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St. 5 PM – 11 PM | A Taste of New Orleans San Antonio Zulu Association Sunken Garden Theater | 3875 N St. Mary’s

THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2022

5 – 11 PM | Fiesta Oyster Bake® St. Mary’s University Alumni Association St. Mary’s University | One Camino Santa Maria

4 – 10 PM Fiesta® Fiesta at Hemisfair Fiesta San Antonio Commission Hemisfair | 434 S Alamo St

5:30 – 11:30 PM | Alamo Heights Night Alamo Heights Rotary Club University of the Incarnate Word | 4301 Broadway

5 – 9 PM | Taste of the Republic Texas Culinary Alliance, Inc. The Good Kind | 1127 S. St. Mary’s St. 5 – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St. 6 PM | Valero Texas Open’s 19th Hole Fiesta Valero Texas Open TPC San Antonio | 23808 Resort Parkway

FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022 9 AM – 5 PM | San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Show & Sale San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Society San Antonio Garden Center | 3310 N. New Braunfels 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Children’s Texas History Forum Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Couriers Chapter Casa Navarro | 228 S. Laredo 10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St

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5:30 – 7 PM | Crown the King! The Public Crowning of El Rey Feo Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation / Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation Main Plaza, 115 N. Main Ave. 7 PM | Crown Celebration Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Grotto & Lonesome Dove Room 7 - 11 PM | WEBB Party San Antonio AIDS Foundation The Aztec Theater | 104 N. St. Mary’s St.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022 7 AM – 1 PM | Fiesta Especial® Inclusion 5K & Parade disABILITYsa City of Windcrest City Hall | 8601 Midcrown 7:30 - 10:30 AM | OLLU 5K Confetti Run and Walk Our Lady of the Lake University 411 SW 24th Street 8 AM – 12:30 PM | Walk for Autism Any Baby Can of San Antonio Texas A&M University | One University Way

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8 AM – 5 PM | Texas Corvette Association Car Show St. Jude’s Ranch for Children - SJRC Texas Boerne Main Plaza | Main Street Boerne 8 AM – 7 PM | Fiesta Women’s & Co-ed 44th Soccer Tournament Women’s Soccer Association of San Antonio 5103 David Edwards Dr. 9 AM – 5 PM | San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Show & Sale San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Society San Antonio Garden Center | 3310 N. New Braunfels 10 AM | El Rey Fido Coronation San Antonio Humane Society Hops N Hounds | 13838 Jones Maltsberger Rd 10 AM - Noon | San Jacinto Victory Celebration Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Heroes Chapter Alamo Plaza | 300 Alamo Plaza 10 AM - 2 PM | Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta San Antonio River Foundation Padre Park | 6515 Padre Dr. 10 AM – 4 PM | Fiesta® Flower Show The Woman’s Club of San Antonio Woodward Mansion | 1717 San Pedro Ave. 10 AM – 5 PM | Viva Botanica San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place 10 AM – 5 PM | Fiesta® Castle Hills Castle Hills Community Organization 209 Lemonwood 10 AM – 6 PM | Fiesta® de los Niños Port San Antonio 103 Mabry 10 AM – 6 PM | Fiesta® Arts Fair Southwest School of Art Southwest School of Art | 300 Augusta St. 10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St 10 AM – 2 PM | Loteria para Lideres Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas Estancia del Norte San Antonio | 37 NE Loop 410

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10 AM – 4 PM | Fiesta® Festival Volunteer Services Council for the San Antonio State Supported Living Center 6711 S. New Braunfels, Suite 500

10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St

11 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

10 AM – 2 PM | Fiesta® Ole Pan American League Security Service Event Center | 15000 W. Interstate 10

11 AM – 4 PM | Celebration of Traditions Pow Wow United San Antonio Pow Wow, Inc. Mission County Park | 6030 Padre Drive

11 AM – 5 PM | Fiesta® Arts Fair Southwest School of Art Southwest School of Art | 300 Augusta St.

Noon – 10 PM | Piñatas in the Barrio AUEDA 1327 Guadalupe St.

11 AM – 6 PM | A Day in Old Mexico and Charreada Asociación de Charros de San Antonio 6126 Padre Drive

Noon – 11 PM | A Taste of New Orleans San Antonio Zulu Association Sunken Garden Theater | 3875 N St. Mary’s

11 AM – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

5:30 – 10:30 PM | A Night in Old San Antonio® (NIOSA) Conservation Society of San Antonio Historic La Villita

Noon – 11 PM | Fiesta Oyster Bake® St. Mary’s University Alumni Association St. Mary’s University | One Camino Santa Maria

Noon – 10 PM | A Taste of New Orleans San Antonio Zulu Association Sunken Garden Theater | 3875 N St. Mary’s

6 – 8:30 PM | Ford Mariachi Festival Visit San Antonio San Antonio River Walk

Noon – 11 PM | Chaparral Music & Heritage Festival San Antonio Parks Foundation 434 S. Alamo St.

Noon – 7 PM | Fiesta® de La Familia St. Gregory the Great Catholic School 700 Dewhurst

7 - 8:30 PM & 10 - 11:30 PM | Cornyation 2022 Fiesta Cornyation Empire Theater | 226 N. St. Mary’s

Noon – 4 PM | Fiesta® Kings Cup Polo Party San Antonio Polo Club 490 W. Specht Road

3 - 5 PM | Fit for a Princess Self-Esteem Empowerment Program & Coronation Cherice Cochrane Mentoring for Success Foundation Lambermont Events | 950 Grayson Street

5 – 10 PM | Chanclas y Cervezas Brooks Gives Back 2532 Sidney Brooks

3 - 8 PM | The Chili Queens Chili Cook-off Happy Foundation Bonham Exchange | 411 Bonham

6 – 7:30 PM | Investiture at the Alamo The Texas Cavaliers The Alamo | Alamo Plaza 7 – 11 PM | Patriotic and Historical Ball State Association of Texas Pioneers LaVillita Assembly Hall | 401 Villita St. 8 – 11 PM | INCOGNITO: Fiesta’s Masked Dance Dance Dance Party The Urban-15 Group 2500 S. Presa

SUNDAY, APRIL 3, 2022 8 AM – 7 PM | Fiesta Women’s & Co-ed 44th Soccer Tournament Women’s Soccer Association of San Antonio 5103 David Edwards Dr.

MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2022

11 AM - Noon | Army Day at the Alamo United States Army The Alamo | 300 Alamo Plaza 5 – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St. 5 – 8 PM | Fiesta® Tech Trek San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Tech District | along Houston Street

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2022 8 AM - 3 PM | First Tee Invitational First Tee Invitational in partnership with Canyon Springs Senior Men’s Golf Association 24405 Wilderness Oak 10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St

10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St

10:30 AM - 3 PM | Fiesta® Hat Contest & Luncheon The Woman’s Club of San Antonio 9821 Colonnade Blvd.

11 AM – Noon | Air Force Day at the Alamo United States Air Force The Alamo | 300 Alamo Plaza

11 AM - Noon | Marine Day at the Alamo The United States Marines The Alamo | 300 Alamo Plaza

4 - 5 PM | The Pilgrimage to the Alamo Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Mission Chapter The Alamo | 300 Alamo Plaza

5 – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

5 – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

9 AM – 3 PM | San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Show & Sale San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Society San Antonio Garden Center | 3310 N. New Braunfels

7 – 9:30 PM | The Texas Cavalier River Parade The Texas Cavaliers San Antonio River Walk

10 AM – 2 PM | Champagne and Diamonds Lo Bello Women’s Association Witte Museum | Mays Family Center, 3801 Broadway

TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2022

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10 AM - 3 PM | Fiesta Especial® Celebration Day disABILITYsa Alamodome | 100 Montana Street

10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St

5 PM - Midnight | Fiesta® Gartenfest Beethoven Mannerchor, Inc. Beethoven Halle und Garten | 422 Pereida St 5:30 – 10:30 PM | A Night in Old San Antonio® (NIOSA) Conservation Society of San Antonio Historic La Villita 6 – 8:30 PM | Ford Mariachi Festival Visit San Antonio San Antonio River Walk 7 - 8:30 PM & 10 - 11:30 PM | Cornyation 2022 Fiesta Cornyation Empire Theater | 226 N. St. Mary’s OFFICIAL FIESTA SAN ANTONIO SCHEDULE OF EVENTS | 43

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2022

FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022

7:45 - 10 PM | Coronation of the Queen Order of the Alamo Majestic Theater | 224 E. Houston St.

8:55 AM Vanguard | Battle of Flowers® Parade Battle of Flowers Association.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022

9:30 AM Parade | Battle of Flowers® Parade Battle of Flowers Association.

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8 AM - Noon | Senior Fiesta® Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc. Wonderland of the Americas | 4522 Fredericksburg Rd. 10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St 10 AM - Midnight | Fiesta® San Fernando San Fernando Cathedral 115 Main Plaza

10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St 10 AM - Midnight | Fiesta® San Fernando San Fernando Cathedral 115 Main Plaza 11 AM - 11 PM | Fiesta® Artisan Show Visit San Antonio San Antonio River Walk

10 AM - 4 PM | St. Philip’s College CultureFest and Rib Cook-Off St. Philip’s College 1801 Martin Luther King Drive

11 AM – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

11 AM - Noon | Navy/Coast Guard Day at the Alamo The United States Navy and Coast Guard The Alamo | 300 Alamo Plaza

Noon - 11 PM | Fiesta Family Blues Festival San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM) The Espee Pavilion | 1174 E. Commerce St.

Noon - 10 PM | PACfest Palo Alto College 1400 W. Villaret Blvd.

Noon - 2 AM | 10th Street River Festival VFW Post 76 10 Tenth Street

Noon - 2 AM | 10th Street River Festival VFW Post 76 10 Tenth Street

1 - 10 PM | Fiesta® World Class Jazz Concert St. Mary’s University Department of Music One Camino Santa Maria

4 – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

2 - 10 PM | Fredstock The Music Business Program at San Antonio College Longwith Radio, Television and Film Building | 121 W. Courtland Place

5 - 9:30 PM | Battle of Flowers® Association Band Festival Battle of Flowers Association Alamo Stadium | 110 Tuleta 5 PM - Midnight | Fiesta® Gartenfest Beethoven Mannerchor, Inc. Beethoven Halle und Garten | 422 Pereida St 5:30 – 10:30 PM | A Night in Old San Antonio® (NIOSA) Conservation Society of San Antonio Historic La Villita 6 – 8:30 PM | Ford Mariachi Festival Visit San Antonio San Antonio River Walk 6:30 - 11:30 PM | Taste of the Northside Brighton Center 1 Dominion Drive 7 - 8:30 PM & 10 - 11:30 PM | Cornyation 2022 Fiesta Cornyation Empire Theater | 226 N. St. Mary’s

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5 PM - Midnight | Fiesta® Gartenfest Beethoven Mannerchor, Inc. Beethoven Halle und Garten | 422 Pereida St 5:30 – 10:30 PM | A Night in Old San Antonio® (NIOSA) Conservation Society of San Antonio Historic La Villita 5 - 10 PM | Fiesta FitFest - Presented by HEB San Antonio Sports UTSA East Campus Parking Lot | Valero Way 7 - 10 PM | Alamo Area Square and Round Fiesta Dance Alamo Area Square and Round Dance Association Tripoint Center | 3233 N. St. Mary’s

SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2022 8 AM - 6 PM | Fiesta FitFest 5K & 10K Presented by HEB San Antonio Sports UTSA East Campus Parking Lot | Valero Way

8 AM - 11 AM | Fiesta® Pooch Parade Therapy Animals of San Antonio Alamo Heights Swimming Pool | 250 Viesca 8 AM - Noon | Run to Remember Alzheimer’s Association Comanche Park | 2600 Rigsby 8 AM - 5 PM | Fiesta® Jazz Band Festival St. Mary’s University Department of Music St. Mary’s University Center | One Camino Santa Maria 9 AM - 5 PM | Festival de Animales San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary’s Street 9 AM - Noon | Growing Up Female San Antonio Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Virtual Event 9 AM - 6 PM | King William Fair King William Association 122 Madison Street 9 AM - 1 PM | Circle for Life Fiesta Motorcycle Ride Circle for Life 29078 Interstate 10 Frontage Road 9 - 11 AM | Chromosome 18 Starfish Dash 5K Run/Walk & Health Fair Chromosome 18 Registry & Research Society UT Health | 7413 Merton Minter 10 AM - Noon | Top Teens Healthy Choice Conference San Antonio Chapter Top Teens of America Second Baptist Church | 3310 E. Commerce 10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St 10 AM - 1 AM | Fiesta® San Fernando San Fernando Cathedral 115 Main Plaza 11 AM - 2 PM | United Way Kids Festival United Way San Antonio & Bexar County Copernicus Park | 5003 Lord Rd 11 AM - 11 PM | Fiesta® Artisan Show Visit San Antonio San Antonio River Walk 11 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St. Noon - 1 PM | This Hallowed Ground: Alamo Plaza Historic Walking Tour The Sons of the Republic of Texas Alamo Plaza | 300 Alamo Plaza Noon - 2 AM | 10th Street River Festival VFW Post 76 10 Tenth Street

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6:30-7:30 PM | Fiesta® de los Spurs Run Spurs Give Parade Route

11 AM – 11 PM | Fiesta® Carnival Fiesta San Antonio Commission Alamodome | Parking Lot C | 100 Montana St.

ADDITIONAL FIESTA® EVENTS

7 - 10:30 PM | Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc. Parade Route

Noon - 10 PM | Deco Fiesta Network for Young Artists 1800 Fredericksburg Road

Thursday, April 14, 2022, 7 PM

7 - 11 PM | Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil - Fiesta® Masquerade Fiesta Youth San Antonio Botanical Garden | 555 Funston Pl.

1 - 8 PM | Festival de Cascarones Texas A& M University-San Antonio Texas A&M University-San Antonio | One University Way

SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2022

1 - 2 PM | All Veterans Memorial Service Vietnam Veterans of America, Alamo Chapter #366 Veterans Memorial Park | Jefferson @ E Martin

7 AM - 5 PM | Fiesta FitFest L’Etape Presented by HEB San Antonio Sports UTSA East Campus Parking Lot | Valero Way 9 AM - 5 PM | Festival de Animales San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary’s Street

3 - 4:30 PM | 12th Annual Fiesta® Concert San Antonio Symphonic Band St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church | 1314 Fair Ave.

UTSA Spring Football Game UTSA Dub Farris Athletic Complex | 8400 N Loop 1604 W

Saturday, April 23, 2022, 10 AM-2 PM Earth Day City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department Woodlawn Lake Park | 1103 Cincinnati Avenue

Sunday, June 12, 2022 Mr. Teen San Antonio, Amazing Pre-Teens, Teens, Mentoring & Awards Banquet Cherice Cochrane Mentoring for Success Foundation Schertz Civic Center Ballroom 1400 Schertz Parkway, Building 5

4 - 6 PM | Praise Dance Celebration Alpha Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Carver Cultural Center | 226 Hackberry

10 AM – Midnight | Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation Market Square | 514 West Commerce St

5 - 8 PM | Reina de las Flores Reception Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation Lambermont Events | 950 Grayson St.

11 AM – 6 PM | A Day in Old Mexico and Charreada Asociación de Charros de San Antonio 6126 Padre Drive

5 - 10 PM | Family Fiesta® Colonial Hills United Methodist Church 5247 Vance Jackson Road

11 AM - 11 PM | Fiesta® Artisan Show Visit San Antonio San Antonio River Walk

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SAN ANTONIO RESIDENTS AND VISITORS ENJOY FOUR PREMIER PARADES DURING THE 11 DAYS OF FIESTA®.

1. THE TEXAS CAVALIERS RIVER PARADE, APRIL 4 Starting in 1927 the “monarch of merriment” arrived by plane, train or automobile. In 1941, the Texas Cavaliers celebrated the completion of improvements to the San Antonio River Walk with the first River Parade, where the floats really float. The King and many others have been delighting audiences along the River Walk ever since.

2. THE BATTLE OF FLOWERS® PARADE, APRIL 8 This is the “grandmother” of them all, the oldest event of Fiesta San Antonio.

Ladies first paraded their flower-covered carriages around the Shrine of Texas Liberty in April 1891 to commemorate the battles of The Alamo and San Jacinto. Today the parade is the largest in the country to be managed entirely by women. More than 200 floats, bands, balloons and entertainers will march down the 2.6-mile parade route.

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3. KING WILLIAM PARADE, APRIL 9 In 1968, the King William Association, committed to preserving the oldest historic district in the State of Texas, hosted its first King William Fair. The Fair began with neighbors building booths and cooking food in conjunction with the annual home tours where residents opened their doors to allow visitors a peek inside the grand homes along King William Street. The tradition of this fun and quirky parade attracts thousands to the King William Historic District.

3 4. THE FIESTA FLAMBEAU® PARADE, APRIL 9 In 1948, Fiesta legend Reynolds Andricks created the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade to attract more visitors to San Antonio. He scheduled it as a night parade and encouraged organizations to light up their floats. Groups of men carrying torches, or flambeaus, helped brighten the way along the parade route. Today gaily lit floats, dancers and bands make the Flambeau® Parade the nation’s largest illuminated night parade.

VIA Park & Ride — Market Street at the Convention Center For details on the service times and locations, go to www.viainfo.net or call 210-362-2020.

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Did you know that every single one of the more than 100 official Fiesta® events is produced by a local nonprofit or military organization?

One hundred thirty one years ago, Fiesta San Antonio began as a one-parade event with the Battle of Flowers to commemorate the heroes of The Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. Today, more than 100 local nonprofits produce over 100 events during the 11 days of Fiesta. These nonprofits raise funds for causes like scholarships, medical research, historic preservation, and special needs for children and families. Fiesta is truly the way to "Have Fun AND Give Back" as the proceeds from these events go directly back into the community. With a variety of events ranging from music and art, to fitness and food, there is an event - if not several - for YOU! We encourage everybody to attend as many events as possible, and to also add a few new events to your personal Fiesta 2022 schedule! Fiesta San Antonio would not be possible without the amazing nonprofits that are dedicated to making Fiesta San Antonio an unforgettable experience while also spreading the news about their great causes. Join us in celebrating them and making 2022 Fiesta San Antonio one for the books! VIVA FIESTA!

10th Street River Festival

12th Annual Fiesta® Concert

VFW Post 76 PMO PRESIDENT – Robert Hernandez

| PMO COMMISSIONER – Ted Johnson

San Antonio Symphonic Band PMO COMMISSIONER – Alfred Tapia

April 7-9, 2022, Noon - 2:00 am

April 10, 2022, 3 - 4:30 pm

10 Tenth Street, San Antonio, TX 78215

St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1314 Fair Ave., San Antonio, TX 78233

• Veterans, Military and all are Welcome.

• Located on 100+ year old Historical Site.

• Live/Free Entertainment.

• Savory Local Food Selections and Souvenirs from several Vendors.

• Large variety of Ice-Cold Beverages.

• Friendly Staff.

• Great Riverwalk Location.

• Fun for Everyone.

• Bringing Fiesta to the Southside of San Antonio.

• Admission: Free

Admission: Free Pre-purchase beverage tickets at event location.

Bags are inspected upon entry to location.

210-223-4581 | tedjohnson325@gmail.com | https://vfwpost76.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp 52 | OFFICIAL FIESTA EVENT DESCRIPTIONS

210-545-5654 | sanantoniosymphonicband@gmail.com

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A Day In Old Mexico and Charreada

A Night In Old San Antonio® (NIOSA)

Asociación de Charros de San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Edmundo Rios | PMO COMMISSIONER – Eric Foultz

Conservation Society of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Kathy Rhoads | PMO COMMISSIONER – Jana Foreman

April 3, 2022 & April 10, 2022, 11 am - 6 pm

April 5-8, 2022, 5:30 - 10:30 pm

6126 Padre Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214

Historic La Villita, San Antonio, TX 78205

• Explore the distinctive culture that upholds the customs and family traditions of Mexican Horsemanship as a way of life.

• This family event features food vendors, concessions, ballet folklorico performances, and live mariachi music during the season opening of our charreada — Mexico’s official sport predating, and inspiring, the American Rodeo.

• The oldest Charro association in the United States, established in 1947, the Asociación de Charros de San Antonio aims to preserve the skill of charreria, a centuries old tradition, and educate future generations and the general public.

• “A Night In Old San Antonio” pays homage to the city’s diverse culture with food, music and décor that transforms the village into 14 distinct areas.

Admission: $20, Tickets available at front gate - day of event Bags are inspected upon entry to location.

• Admission: $20, Tickets available online, other locations to be determined.

210-385-2167 | edmundorios64@yahoo.com www.sacharros.org

210-226-5188 | niosa@niosa.org niosa.org

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• NIOSA occurs in the heart of downtown San Antonio on the grounds of La Villita Historic Arts Village District, with its four+ acres of historic buildings, cobblestoned streets, walls and fountains.

• NIOSA is the top fundraiser for historic preservation in the United States—living up to its motto as a “Celebration for Preservation.” It is solely produced by and benefits The Conservation Society of San Antonio (one of the nation’s oldest and most active historic preservation organizations).

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A Taste of New Orleans

Air Force Day at the Alamo

San Antonio Zulu Association PMO PRESIDENT – Leroy Sance Jr. | PMO COMMISSIONER – Tremell Brown

United States Air Force

April 1-3, 2022, April 1, 5 pm - 11 pm; April 2, Noon - 11 pm; April 3, Noon - 10 pm

The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

April 4, 2022, 11 am - Noon

Sunken Garden Theatre | 3875 N. St. Mary’s Street, San Antonio, TX 78212 • Come celebrate with us at the 35th Annual “A Taste of New Orleans”.

• Over the years, “A Taste of New Orleans” has become one of Fiesta San Antonio’s most popular events. If you’re looking for fun with a focus on family, the “Taste” is the place to be.

• Pack up the kiddies and bring Mom and Pop too; and enjoy an event designed for all ages. Stroll about the grounds and enjoy New Orleans-style food and music.

• The “Taste” menu includes assorted gumbos, red beans and rice, shrimp creole, etouffee, shrimp kabob, jambalaya, cajun catfish, soft shell crab, crab au gratin, crab rolls, fresh crawfish boil, boudin, alligator, beignets and a host of other tasty treats. A wide assortment of beverages is also available.

• We also have kids rides, play areas, clowns and face painting.

• Proceeds benefit Youth College Scholarships for tomorrow's emerging leaders, as well as community-based support initiatives."

• Tickets are $12 pre sale; $15 at the event; Children under 10 – Free Available Online, at all HEBs and ALL Joint Base San Antonio locations

Admission is free.

210-827-2848 | info@saza.org tremell.brown@saza.org

www.thealamo.org

Alamo Area Square and Round FIESTA DANCE

Alamo Heights Night 2022®

Alamo Area Square and Round Dance Association PMO PRESIDENT – Harold Dillashaw | PMO COMMISSIONER – Rita Creswell

Alamo Heights Rotary Club PMO PRESIDENT – Kristen Salazar | PMO COMMISSIONER – Richard Berchin

April 8, 2022, 7 - 10 pm | Alamo Plaza

April 1, 2022, 5:30 - 11:30 pm

Tripoint Center, 3233 N. St. Mary's, San Antonio, TX 78212

University of the Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209

• Entertainment.

• Exercise.

• Socializing.

• Fellowship.

• Friendship.

Admission: Free — Donations accepted

• Alamo Heights Night 2022® is our 34th Annual Event.

• The event has raised over $2.3M for charities, scholarships, and community service support.

• Activities will highlight food from some of San Antonio's leading restaurants and caterers.

• Family/kid friendly atmosphere. The carnival midway will captivate kids of all ages with activities such as laser tag, rock climbing, hamster balls, slides, rides, face/hair painting and more.

• Live entertainment on multiple stages including Hotcakes, Skyrocket, Finding Friday, a Mariachi Band and more.

• Three FREE Park and Ride locations.

• Alamo Heights Rotary is a Club of business and community leaders who enjoy the opportunity to serve our community. The Club has members from a wide variety of occupations and includes board members of dozens of nonprofit organizations. We use our time and funds to support charities and community service activities.

Admission: Adults: $15; Ages 12-17 (and students with an ID): $5; under 12: FREE; Active and reserve component military with an ID: FREE; admission for UIW students/staff/faculty with ID: FREE Tickets available at the event entry

210-473-2479 | HlDill913@gmail.com | Gailleenm@yahoo.com https://alamoarea.org

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210-867-5568 | info@creativechocolates.com www.ahrotary.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

All Veterans Memorial Service

Army Day at the Alamo

Vietnam Veterans of America, Alamo Chapter #366 PMO PRESIDENT – Bruce Hill | PMO COMMISSIONER – James Fenimore

United States Army

April 10, 2022, 1 pm - 2 pm

The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

April 5, 2022, 11 am – Noon

Veteran’s Memorial Park | Jefferson @ E Martin, San Antonio, TX 78205 • Oldest military event and PMO in Fiesta San Antonio • Somber event honoring all US Military Veterans • Free event welcoming everyone • Patriotic music

by Service Band • Wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial

Admission: Free

Admission: Free

210-887-7582 | jfenimore@satx.rr.com

www.thealamo.org

Battle of Flowers® Association Band Festival

Battle of Flowers® Parade

Battle of Flowers Association PMO PRESIDENT – Kelly Kennedy | PMO COMMISSIONER – Melissa Branch

Battle of Flowers Association PMO PRESIDENT – Kelly Kennedy | PMO COMMISSIONER – Melissa Branch

April 7, 2022, 5 - 9:30 pm

April 8, 2022, Vanguard at 8:55 am | Parade at 9:30 am

Alamo Stadium, 110 Tuleta, San Antonio, TX 78212

Streets of San Antonio

• The Annual Band Festival will feature choreographed music presentations by more than 30 local high school bands.

• The marching bands and color guard will participate in the famous “Parade of Bands” while being judged on marching, musicality, and crowd appeal. In between the Parade of Bands, 3 feature bands will perform their winning UIL competition routines, followed by an awards ceremony.

• Concluding the evening more than 5,000 students will take to the field and join in a mass band presentation performing a medley of songs, showcasing their music and color guard, to a fantastic fireworks finale.

• The purpose of the Band Festival, first held in 1935, is to encourage interest in the study of music by highlighting local high school bands in a unique venue of cooperation. The Band Festival is a joint venture between the Battle of Flowers Association® and a committee of local band directors and music educators, who together create the annual music festival.

• The Battle of Flowers Band Festival is known nationwide as one of the oldest and largest events of its kind dedicated to promoting and supporting the performing and visual arts among high school students.

• The Battle of Flowers® Parade honors the heroic spirit of the patriots of the Alamo, commemorates the victories of San Jacinto and Goliad and celebrates the diversity and heritage of Texas and our nation.

• As the second largest day parade in the United States, the Battle of Flowers® Parade supports the educational, artistic, social and philanthropic achievements of our community’s youth.

• The Battle of Flowers® parade holds the distinction of being the first celebration held in Alamo Plaza and is considered the founding event of Fiesta® San Antonio.

• The parade has entertained our city every year since 1891, except during World Wars I and II as well as the Pandemic of 2020 and 2021.

• This parade is the oldest parade in the nation produced entirely by volunteer women and affords non-profit organizations the opportunity to raise funds with over 45,000 parade seats sold by charities along the parade route each year.

• The 2022 Parade will honor the cultural history to which this event has contributed since its inception 131 years ago with fresh floral tributes and the theme “Viva Las Flores!”

Admission: $7-$20, Tickets available www.battleofflowers.org Clear bag policy is in effect.

Admission: $20 - $35, Tickets available at Www.BattleOfFlowers.org

bandfestival@battleofflowers.org https://www.battleofflowers.org

888-695-0888 | battleofflowerspresale@gmail.com www.BattleOfFlowers.org | www.battleofflowers.org

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Celebration of Traditions Pow Wow

Champagne and Diamonds

United San Antonio Pow Wow, Inc. PMO PRESIDENT – Erwin J De Luna | PMO COMMISSIONER – Katherine De Luna

Lo Bello Women’s Association PMO PRESIDENT – Stephanie Garcia | PMO COMMISSIONER – Debby Munoz

April 2, 2022, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

April 3, 2022, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mission County Park | 6030 Padre Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214

Witte Museum | Mays Family Center, 3801 Broadway St

• An official Fiesta event which provides all who attend, individuals, families, the opportunity to view and participate in the American Indian Culture & Traditions of dance and music at an official Native American pow wow.

• The pow wow promotes tribal traditions, Culture, and the opportunity for Native People to gather in celebrating their rich heritage with one another.

• Promote Traditions and Culture of the American Indian in the most positive manner possible. Providing Indian People the opportunity to participate, practice, teach and exchange tribal traditions among all tribes.

• Enlighten the non-Indian about the history and dispel stereotypes created about American Indians. Pass traditions to our children and learning honored ways.

• The only Grito contest during Fiesta.

• Delicious Brunch menu.

• Fun entertainment and plenty of dancing.

• Every ticket gives you a chance to win a diamond bracelet.

• Scrumptious cocktails.

Admission: $125, Tickets available online

Admission: Free

210-508-7865 | nativeamerican@netscape.net www.unitedsanantoniopowwow.org

210-279-5213 | lobellowomensassociation@gmail.com https://lobello.org

Chanclas y Cervezas

Chaparral Music & Heritage Festival

Brooks Gives Back PMO PRESIDENT – Leo Gomez | PMO COMMISSIONER – Connie Gonzalez

San Antonio Parks Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Mary Jane Verette | PMO COMMISSIONER – Guadalupe Mata

April 2, 2022, 5 - 10 pm

April 2, 2022, Noon - 11:00 p.m.

2532 Sidney Brooks, San Antonio, TX 78235

434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205

• Our event name is a nod to two of the most iconic south side accessories... a chancla and a beer.

• The final season of Game of Thrones came out just before our inaugural event. As GoT fans we decided to build a throne made of chanclas for the event. The throne will return this year.

• 100% of profits from Chanclas y Cervezas goes to Brooks Gives Back (BGB).

• BGB is a nonprofit that serves as the vehicle by which all members of the community can invest in nonprofits directly impacting the people and neighborhoods the surround Brooks.

• To date, BGB has awarded nearly $100,000 to nonprofits.

• Pet Friendly Event.

• Chaparral celebrates south and central Texas heritage including food, music, and more.

• The event features live music from established and up n coming Texas music artists.

• Located in downtown San Antonio at Hemisfair, Chaparral offers fun and excitement for guests of all ages • The San Antonio Parks Foundation hosts the event in partnership with many small south Texas businesses highlighting sustainable agriculture and innovative production techniques that keep the heritage of south and central Texas alive today.

• Guests will enjoy a vendor market, a variety of food and beverage options, and more from SAPF partners.

Admission: $10 presale, Tickets available online, Facebook, Ticketmaster

Admission: Free, VIP experience will be available through Eventbrite.

No outside food or beverages allowed.

210-678-3300 | events@livebrooks.com www.brooksgives.org

210-212-8423 | marketing@saparksfoundation.org www.saparksfoundation.org

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Children's Texas History Forum Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Couriers Chapter PMO PRESIDENT – Sandra Ojeda-Medina | PMO COMMISSIONER – Esther Silva April 1, 2022, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Casa Navarro | 228 S. Laredo, San Antonio, TX • The Children's Texas History Forum is an annual event held during Fiesta® San Antonio.

• This year events will be held at Casa Navarro, the home of Jose Antonio Navarro, truest of Texans.

Born In San Antonio, Navarro was a statesman, revolutionary, politician, rancher, and merchant.

• Students are taken back in time by reenactors and hostesses dressed in period clothing. Presentations of flags flown throughout San Antonio and Texas history are presented in a way that is educational and entertaining.

• The Alamo Couriers Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas is a 200-member chapter composed of women who are descendants of the citizens who settled Texas and gave birth to the Republic of Texas. We also sponsor a hundred-plus member Children of the Republic of Texas group.

• We encourage historical research into the earliest records of Texas, fostering heritage, preserving of documents and perpetuation of memory and spirit of men and women who pioneered, settled, and fought for Texas.

Admission is free.

laredd1@yahoo.com

Chromosome 18 Starfish Dash 5K Run / Walk & Health Fair

Circle for Life Fiesta Motorcycle Ride

Chromosome 18 Registry & Research Society PMO PRESIDENT – Holly Hood | PMO COMMISSIONER – Neale Parker

PMO PRESIDENT – Abby Kurth

April 9, 2022, 9 - 11 am

29078 Interstate 10 Frontage Rd, Boerne, TX 78006

UT Health, 7413 Merton Minter, San Antonio, TX 78229 • Free 5K Run / Walk & Health Fair with lots of family fun activities to get involved with.

• Taking place in the Medical District at the UT Health Campus.

• Supporting special need families through The Chromosome 18 Registry & Research Society that’s Mission is to help people with chromosome 18 abnormalities overcome the obstacles they face, so they may lead happy, healthy, and productive lives.

• Kids 100 yard dash, band, face painter, dancers, superheroes, free coffee, bagels & water, and much more.

• Health Screening, health and wellness inspiration, community resources and many interactive booths.

• Awards for top 3 male / female finishers. Not chipped timed.

• Help support the only dedicated Chromosome 18 Research Center in the World right here in San Antonio • Purchase Chromosome 18 Merchandise & official Fiesta Medal.

Circle for Life | PMO COMMISSIONER – Abby Kurth

April 9, 2022, 9 am - 1 pm

• April is Donate Life Month and Circle for Life promotes organ/tissue donor registration.

• The event ends at Historic Market Square for Fiesta de los Reyes.

• This is a police escorted ride through the hill country to the heart of Fiesta.

• All types of motorcycles are welcome.

• Circle for Life partners with University Transplant Institute to support live donors and recipients.

Admission: $40, Available at Thecircleforlife.com Rider and any passenger(s) must sign waiver

Admission: Free, Event is free, but registration is required and available online or day of event.

210-657-4968 | office@chromosome18.org www.chromosome18.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

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Cornyation 2022

Coronation of the Queen

Fiesta Cornyation PMO PRESIDENT – Thomas McKenzie | PMO COMMISSIONER – Ray Chavez

Order of The Alamo PMO PRESIDENT – Webb Sellers | PMO COMMISSIONER – Matthew White

April 5-7, 2022, 7 pm - 8:30 pm and 10 pm - 11:30 pm each eveniing

April 6, 2022, 7:45 - 10 pm

Empire Theater | 226 N. St. Mary’s, San Antonio, TX 78205

Majestic Theatre | 224 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Adult oriented satire of local, state, regional, national and international events, people, places and things.

Purchase tickets at the Majestic Theatre Box Office and online Tickets are $20 - $120, Bag restrictions

• The Coronation of The Queen of Fiesta is held every single year to crown a new Queen and Princess. The entire event is organized by a board of elected members of the Order of The Alamo.

• All the Dresses and trains are made by local dress makers.

• Each duchess has her very own, one of a kind dress. All of the Duchesses and their dresses are featured in the Battle of Flowers Parade.

• The Order of The Alamo was founded to memorialize the Battle of San Jacinto.

Admission: from $25-$100, Tickets available Online Nothing larger than a clutch, small purse allowed.

210-845-0094 | rayjr2138@att.net majesticempire.com | fiestacornyation.org

whitematthew508@gmail.com theorderofthealamo.com

Crown Celebration Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Bill Drain | PMO COMMISSIONER – Margie Galvan April 1, 2022 | Start time 7 pm Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Grotto & Lonesome Dove Room

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Crown the King! The Public Crowning of El Rey Feo

Deco Fiesta

Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation / Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Bill Drain / Johnny Gabriel PMO COMMISSIONER – Bill Drain / Margie Galvan

Network for Young Artists PMO PRESIDENT – Lionel Estrada | PMO COMMISSIONER – Robert L. Trevino

April 1, 2022, 5:30 pm – 7 pm

April 10, 2022, Noon – 10 pm 1800 Fredericksburg Rd. (parking lot), San Antonio, TX 78201

Main Plaza, 115 N. Main Ave, San Antonio, TX 78205 • Public Crowing Event of Rey Feo. • Mayor Provides Proclamation for new Rey Feo. • Former Rey Feo's Honor the new Rey Feo. • Rey Feo Consejo's Members participate in the crowning of the Rey Feo. • Rey Feo Consejo's welcome new members to their organization and Rey Feo sashes the new members.

• Rey Feo introduces their court members to the public.

• Music, Food, Arts, Culture & Beer Admission: Free

Admission: Free

210-403-9001 | regent@reyfeoconsejo.org www.reyfeoscholarship.com

210-226-5611 | director@networkforyoungartists.org https://www.nya.us/

Dia En La Sombrilla

Earth Day

UTSA PMO PRESIDENT – Dr. Taylor Eighmy

| PMO COMMISSIONER – Ashley Marquis

April 1, 2022, 11 am – 3 pm 1 UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249 • Dia en la Sombrilla (formally Fiesta UTSA) has cracked over 50K cascarones since 2015 when they became a staple part of the events experience!

• Proceeds of the event go directly to student organizations, helping them to attend conferences, tournaments, and increasing their involvement experience on campus.

• This fundraising event is primarily organized and run by UTSA students.

• The event features food, music, parade and activities all located on UTSA's campus.

• The event (formerly Fiesta UTSA) has been rebranded this year to be Dia en la Sombrilla.

Admission: Free

City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department PMO PRESIDENT – Homer Garcia PMO COMMISSIONER – Cheryl Kiolbassa-Kindervater April 23, 2022, 10 am – 2 pm Woodlawn Lake Park, 1103 Cincinnati Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78201 • Earth Day is a time to get outside, create, explore, and celebrate environmental stewardship.

• The event informs the residents of San Antonio on how to protect the resources that are essential to the well-being of our community and learn how to care for the environment.

• The event will host a diverse number of displays and exhibitors, educational activities and live demonstrations.

• There will be live entertainment, fitness activities, giveaways and family fun!

• The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department operates the City's recreational and cultural programs and maintains more than 250 Cityowned parks including swimming pools, gymnasiums, historic cemeteries, sports facilities, and recreation centers.

• The department is responsible for the maintenance of 15,337.5950 acres of park land, including more than 150 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Our mission is to provide exceptional parks, facilities, programs and services to improve the quality of life for all.

Admission: Free

210-458-4160 | getinvolved@utsa.edu www.utsa.edu/students/getinvolved/student-orgs/ roadrunner-productions/ WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

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El Rey Fido Coronation

Family Fiesta®

San Antonio Humane Society

Colonial Hills United Methodist Church PMO PRESIDENT – Pastor Dan Harrington | PMO COMMISSIONER – Robert Herrick

PMO PRESIDENT – Nancy F. May

| PMO COMMISSIONER – Mikael Persson

April 2, 2022, 10 am

April 10, 2022, 5 – 10 pm

Hops N Hounds, 13838 Jones Maltsbereger Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247

5247 Vance Jackson Rd., San Antonio, TX 78230

• El Rey Fido began in 2002 as a feel-good spin on the already long-established Fiesta Royalty title of a similar name: Rey Feo. • The El Rey Fido and the Royal Court get to be dressed in true royal attire (velvet, sequins, and all), and with titles such as Prince/Princess of the Food Bowl, Duke/Duchess of the Chew Toy, Duke/Duchess of the Fire Hyrdant, and Knight/Maiden of the Royal Court.

• Don’t miss your chance to support homeless pets in your community and become a part of twenty years of SAHS Fiesta tradition!

• The SAHS mission is to protect and improve the lives of dogs and cats by providing shelter, care, adoption, rescue, spay/neuter programs, and community education.

• The SAHS shelters, medically treats, and rehabilitates thousands of dogs and cats every year.

• As a no-kill organization, every treatable pet in our care stays in our care until they find a home or necessary placement with another no-kill organization.

• Fun for families and kids of all ages.

• Multiple food and amusement options available at modest cost.

• Entertainment stage for various activities including musical groups and contemporary Christian music praise bands.

• Free parking and admission.

• Alcohol and smoke-free environment.

Admission: Free Bag restrictions

Admission: Free 210-226-7461 | PR@SAhumane.org SAhumane.org

210-349-2401 | Dan@chumc.org www.chumc.org

Festival de Animales

Festival de Cascarones

San Antonio Zoo PMO PRESIDENT – Tim Morrow | PMO COMMISSIONER – Denise Aguilar April 9-10, 2022, 9 am - 5 pm

Texas A&M University-San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson PMO COMMISSIONER – Abigail Montanez-Rodriguez

3903 N. St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX 78212

April 10, 2022, 1 – 8 pm

• We’re celebrating the animals, culture, and food of Latin America in this two-day event.

• This event highlights the animals native to South and Central America, as well as our conservation efforts in these areas.

• Take a culinary tour of the tastes of Latin America at select zoo restaurants and pop-up booths.

• Festival de Animales is included with zoo Standard Admission and Members are free.

Admission: Free with Zoo Admission

Texas A&M University-San Antonio | One University Way, San Antonio, TX 78224 • Celebrate the finale of Fiesta San Antonio with Texas A&M University-San Antonio’s FESTIVAL DE CASCARONES! The culmination of the city’s most vibrant celebration of culture will take place at one of the fastest-growing universities in the state.

• This is a free event, and we invite you to visit our beautiful campus for a day of fun and excitement with live music and family-friendly activities. It will truly be a spectacle as the University continues the annual Cascarones smash!

• Texas A&M University-San Antonio is the first four-year institution of higher education located in the heart of South San Antonio. We are excited about our growth and look forward to supporting the San Antonio community. Again, come and visit as parking and admission are FREE! • (210) 784-JAGS or festival@tamusa.edu or festivaldecascarones.com Admission: Free Bag restrictions

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Fiesta Especial® Celebration Day

Fiesta Especial® Inclusion 5K & Parade

disABILITYsa

disABILITYsa

PMO PRESIDENT – Tom Shute | PMO COMMISSIONER – Sandy Liwang

PMO PRESIDENT – Tom Shute

April 5, 2022, 10 am - 3 pm

April 2, 2022, 7 am – 1 pm

Fiesta® Carnival | Alamodome Parking Lot C, 100 Montana Street

City of Windcrest, City Hall 8601 Midcrown, Windcrest, TX 78239

• Fiesta Especial® Celebration Day is a one-day community based education program at the Fiesta® Carnival for children and adults with disabilities along with their schools, programs and families.

• This program is free.

• Advance registration is REQUIRED. • No general admission will be granted at the gate.

• disABILITYsa works to educate, advance, engage individuals with dis abilities by sharing information, creating opportunities, and strengthening organizations that serve them.

• disABILITYsa Fiesta Especial® programs create inclusive and educational experiences engaging individuals with disabilities in the culture and celebrations of Fiesta® in a safe, family-friendly environment.

• Fiesta Especial® Inclusion 5K & Parade will be held in the City of Windcrest.

• This competitive 5K & 1 Mile Dash is inclusive of not only walkers and runners, but those who utilize wheelchairs, handcycles, trikes, strollers, guides and other adaptive aids to compete.

• There is a $35/$25 race/dash registration fee.

• Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate.

• The 5K & 1 Mile Dash is followed by a vibrant, fun, and festive small town Fiesta parade that will bring smiles to the hearts of all the spectators.

• disABILITYsa works to educate, advance, engage individuals with dis abilities by sharing information, creating opportunities, and strengthening organizations that serve them.

• disABILITYsa Fiesta Especial® programs create inclusive and educational experiences engaging individuals with disabilities in the culture and celebrations of Fiesta® in a safe, family-friendly environment.

Admission: Free Advance registration required.

Admission: Free, $35 for 5K Participants and $25 for the 1 Mile Dash.

Accessible Guides are permitted at no additional cost.

210-704-7262 | fiestaespecial@disabilitysa.org www.disabilitysa.org

210-704-7262 | fiestaespecial@disabilitysa.org www.disabilitysa.org

Fiesta Family Blues Festival

Fiesta Fit Fest Presented by HEB

San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM) PMO PRESIDENT – J Maurice Gibbs PMO COMMISSIONER – Deborah Omowale Jarmon

San Antonio Sports PMO PRESIDENT – Russ Bookbinder | PMO COMMISSIONER – Elena Wells

April 8, 2022, Noon - 11 pm

UTSA East Campus Parking Lot, Valero Way, San Antonio, TX 78249

The Espee Pavilion | 1174 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205

• Free Family Event - Noon to 4:00 PM. • Instrumental Petting Zoo. • Multi-generational DJ's spinning tunes.

• Family Karaoke.

• Surprise musical performances.

• Fun Festival line-up - 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. • The Keeshea Pratt Band, Michael Ward, & Eddie and the All Nighter.

Admission: Free from Noon to 4 pm; 6 to 11 pm - Tickets start at $40.

Tickets available Online, SAAACAM @ La Villita

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| PMO COMMISSIONER – Sandy Liwang

April 8, 5 – 10 pm | April 9, 8 am – 6 pm | April 10, 7 am – 5 pm

• Celebrate fitness with Fiesta Fit Fest presented by H-E-B, San Antonio's newest official Fiesta event, April 8-10, 2022!

• Created by San Antonio Sports, this weekend of Fiesta, fitness, fun and friends features L'Étape San Antonio by Tour de France, a world-class amateur cycling event, the L'Étape Criterium presented by XPEL, Fiesta Fit Fest 5K &10K presented by Michelob Ultra, Alpha Warrior Fitness Challenge, and the University Health Athletes' Village & Expo.

• There will be something for everyone with free access to the festival grounds for spectators and non-stop music and entertainment on the Thomas J Henry Center Stage.

• Join us as we crown Fiesta's fittest and burn off some of our Fiesta fun while enjoying the spirit of a traditional Fiesta event with food, libations, and entertainment.

• Viva fitness! San Antonio Sports is on a mission to transform our community through the power of sports.

• Less gordo, mas gorditas: Burn it to earn it! For every 5k you run, it'll burn one gordita!

• Pelotons & puffy tacos: A century bike ride (100 miles) will take 6 ½ to 7 hours.

• No resta this Fiesta: 1 mile of running equals 3 miles of cycling.

• Activate your celebrate: this is the only L’Etape by Tour de France scheduled in the United States in 2022.

Admission: Free, Registration is online at www.fiestafitfest.com

210-820-2100 | inform@sanantoniosports.org www.sanantoniosports.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

Fiesta Flambeau® Parade

Fiesta Oyster Bake®

PMO PRESIDENT – Robert Cuellar

Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc. | PMO COMMISSIONER – Bonnie Carrisal

St. Mary's University Alumni Association PMO PRESIDENT – Joe Vela | PMO COMMISSIONER – Pete Hansen

April 9, 2022, 7 - 10:30 pm

April 1-2, 2022, April 1 – 5 – 11 pm / April 2 – Noon – 11 pm

Streets of San Antonio

St. Mary's University, One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228

• Largest illuminated Night Parade and the highlight of Fiesta®.

• Attracts over 750,000 street spectators and 1.5 million television audience.

• The 2022 Fiesta Flambeau® Parade will celebrate with “Celebrating Literary Classics” as the parade theme.

• Leading our parade for its 74th year is our premier band, The University of Texas Longhorn Band, followed by spectacular themed floats, marching units, local, out of town and out of state bands, dance groups, equestrian units and many other attractions that create a memorable night of illuminated entertainment.

• The Fiesta Flambeau® Parade Association, Inc.’s mission statement is to plan, organize, produce, and stage the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade annually during Fiesta® San Antonio. The Association shall do so to enhance the celebration for the San Antonio community and its visitors.

• It is a non-profit organization with 74 members and more than 300 volunteers.

• The Fiesta Oyster Bake, sponsored by the St. Mary's University Alumni Association, is a music festival, which utilizes 7,000 plus volunteers and attracts more then 60,000 patrons to raise money for St. Mary's University student scholarships and university and alumni programs.

• $10 million plus has been raised, during 100 plus years of Oyster Bake, for St. Mary's University scholarships and university and alumni programs.

• 70+ St. Mary's University students received Alumni Association scholarships/financial support in 2021.

• 50+Bands and/ Entertainers.

• 100,000 Oysters (baked and raw).

• 33,000 Chicken on a Stick (Fried Chicken Breasts w/jalapeno).

• 10,000 lbs. of Oyster Shells to recycled.

• 4,000 ears of corn.

• 5,000 Hamburgers.

• 7,000+volunteers,contributing more than 50,000 volunteer hours, participate in the event.

Admission: $20 - $35, Tickets available Online through Etix

Admission: Presale $20; Gate $25; Children 12 and Under Free, Tickets available Online @ www.oysterbake.com / HEB, See website for security information

210-632-7670 www.flambeau.org

210-436-3324 | oysterbake@stmarytx.edu https://oysterbake.com/

Fiesta Women's & Co-ed 44th Soccer Tournament

Fiesta® Artisan Show

Women's Soccer Association of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Alice Klein | PMO COMMISSIONER – Tobias Klingelhoefer

Visit San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Marc Anderson | PMO COMMISSIONER – Maggie Thompson

April 2-3, 2022, 8 am – 7 pm

April 8-10, 2022, 11 am – 11 pm

South Texas Area Regional Soccer Complex 5103 David Edwards Dr., San Antonio, TX 78233

River Walk, San Antonio, TX 78205

• This will be our 44th year that the Women's Soccer Association has hosted a soccer tournament as an official Fiesta event in San Antonio.

• We are proud to be a family-oriented organization where you will find several family members on a soccer team to include mom's, daughters, fathers and sons.

• We encourage soccer as a healthy habit that keeps you young and in shape.

On some teams we have a range of ages on any one team to include players in there 20's and all the way into their 60's.

• We have teams that attend every year as an annual soccer event from all over Texas and even have teams that visit us from Hawaii and California.

Admission: Attending the event as a spectator is free. Registering your team to play requires a $350 fee. Fiesta Soccer Tournament Registration primarily occurs Online at: http://www.wsasa.org/

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• Enjoy handmade art and items from talented artisans.

• Stroll on the River Walk to browse over 45 Artisan booths. Items range from handmade jewelry, to paintings, clothing, soaps, ceramics, leather goods and whimsical gifts.

Admission: Free

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Fiesta® Arts Fair

Fiesta® Castle Hills

Southwest School of Art PMO PRESIDENT – Paula Owen | PMO COMMISSIONER – Barbara Hill April 2-3, 2022 | April 2 – 10 am - 6 p.m. | April 3 – 11 am - 5 pm

Castle Hills Community Organization PMO PRESIDENT – Bernard Juettemeyer PMO COMMISSIONER – Norma McClelland

Southwest School of Art | 300 Augusta St, San Antonio, TX 78205

April 2, 2022, 10 am – 5 pm 209 Lemonwood, Castle Hills, TX 78213

• Juried national art show featuring 110 artists from across the country.

• 2 music stages.

• Youth activity area with ticketed hands-on activities.

• Favorite fiesta food and beverage.

Admission: $15 for adults; $5 kids under 12, Tickets available online

• Family friendly.

• Artisan vendors.

• Live music.

• Children's activities.

• Great food.

• Specialty margaritas/supporting the S.A. Food Bank.

Admission: Free

210-224-1848 | info@swschool.org www.swschool.org

210-912-3090 | fiestacastlehills.texas@gmail.com castlehillscommunityorganization.org

Fiesta® Carnival

Fiesta® de los Reyes at Market Square

Fiesta San Antonio Commission® March 31 - April 10, 2022, Times vary Alamodome, 100 Montana St.

Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation | PMO COMMISSIONER – Bill Drain

PMO PRESIDENT – Bill Drain

April 1-10, 2022, 10 am - Midnight Market Square, 514 West Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78207

There will be special Two Dollar Days on Tuesday, April 5 and Wednesday, April 6, with pricing at $2 per ride.

• One of the Largest FREE admission Fiesta Events.

• Fiesta de los Reyes at Market Square, a culturallyrich celebration featuring daily and nightly live performances, a wide variety of delicious cuisine and exciting family-friendly events.

• At Fiesta de los Reyes, you'll experience daily live entertainment from multiple stages featuring a variety of music, including the best Tejano and Conjunto, Latin jazz, and Country Western. You'll also love singing and dancing to hits from the 80s, 90s and today, played by some rockin' cover bands!

• Enjoy Mexican cuisine, chicken on-a-stick, hamburgers, fresh fruit drinks, funnel cakes and new delicious Fiesta treats. Your taste buds will have a fiesta as you enjoy food from over 30 delicious food booths! You might run into this year's Rey Feo!

$28-$32 for admission

Admission: Free

fiestasanantonio.org

regent@reyfeoconsejo.org www.fiestadelosreyes.com/

Fiesta Carnival features thrills and chills thanks to glittering lights, exciting rides, and a wide assortment of foods, making it perennial favorite of Fiesta-goers. Revenue from the event helps support the activities of Fiesta San Antonio.

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Fiesta® de La Familia

Fiesta® de los Spurs Run

St. Gregory the Great Catholic School PMO PRESIDENT – Fr. Miguel Moreno | PMO COMMISSIONER – Hope Rodriguez

Spurs Give

April 3, 2022, Noon - 7 pm

April 9, 2022 | Before Flambeau Parade 6:30 - 7:30 pm

700 Dewhurst, San Antonio, TX 78213

Parade Route

• Fiesta is held at St. Gregory the Great Catholic School grounds • Family-oriented event for all ages • Games and rides for all ages • Music by DJ Ray • Various entertainment • Live and Silent Auction • Food and Beverages • No entry fee

PMO COMMISSIONER – Julie McCarty

• The charitable arm of the San Antonio Spurs.

• Our mission to strengthen and serve the community through impact programming, player engagements and community investments that enrich the lives of youth and those around them.

• Founded in 1988, we have been giving back to the community for 33 years.

• Our flagship program, Spurs Youth Basketball League, offers 10,000 young people from primarily lower income neighborhoods the opportunity to play basketball and improve their athletic skills while learning teamwork, cooperation and discipline in a positive and safe environment.

• In 2020, we announced one of our newest programs, Play SA - providing safe places for families to play and learn by renovating parks and basketball courts in every district over the next four years.

• While our youth sports and Play SA programs focus on healthy bodies, we also focus on healthy minds by providing free educational programs throughout the year like coding, reading challenges and STEM courses for lower income areas and schools.

Admission: $45, Tickets available Online - www.spursgive.org/fiesta

210-342-0281 | hope.rodriguez@stgregorys.net www.stgregorysa.org

210-444-5106 | spursgive@spurs.com www.spursgive.org

Fiesta® Festival

Fiesta® Fiesta

Volunteer Services Council for the San Antonio State Supported Living Center PMO PRESIDENT – Ralph Henry | PMO COMMISSIONER – Paul Fernandez

Fiesta San Antonio Commission® PMO PRESIDENT – COL (Ret.) Jon Fristoe | PMO COMMISSIONER – Steve Rosenauer

April 2, 2022, 10 am – 4 pm 6711 S. New Braunfels, Suite 500, San Antonio, TX 78223-3009 • Fiesta Festival benefits over 200 Residents with Intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who reside at the San Antonio State Supported Living Center.

• Fiesta Festival is the first official event to cater to the community with special needs since 1994.

• Enjoy food and drink booths.

• Mini Parade begins at noon, featuring the fabulous Alamo City Marching Band, Fiesta royalty guests, mariachis, dancers, classic car club, cheerleaders, furrypet friends and many other guests.

• Enjoy a fun, family-friendly event, children’s games, delicious food booths, Fiesta vendor booths.

• Live entertainment stage, performing the legendary Grammy award winner legendary Tejano artist Joe Posada, the amazing Ballet Folklorico de SA, the great Bedouin Dancers, Mariachis, and more. Music all day long.

Admission: Free No outside food / drink. No video taping.

Maria.Rodríguez4@hhs.texas.gov

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March 31, 2022, 4 - 10 pm Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205 • Fiesta San Antonio started in 1891 as a oneparade event to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto.

• That historic commemoration still takes place, but for more than a century, Fiesta, a San Antonio non-profit organization, has grown into an annual celebration of the diverse heritage, culture and spirit of San Antonio for its residents and visitors.

• Today, Fiesta San Antonio is one of the nation’s premier festivals with an economic impact of more than $340 million, and Fiesta San Antonio supports its 100 plus official non-profit, participating member organization events as they raise funds to provide services to San Antonio citizens throughout the year.

• Fiesta Fiesta celebrates the Official Opening Ceremony to Fiesta • Enjoy food and beverage favorites, live entertainment, a People’s Parade, Military Salute and a Fireworks Finale 210-227-5191 | info@fiestasanantonio.org www.fiestasanantonio.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

Fiesta® Flower Show

Fiesta® Gartenfest

The Woman's Club of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Jane Stone | PMO COMMISSIONER – Virginia Van Cleave

Beethoven Männerchor, Inc. PMO PRESIDENT – David Uhler| PMO COMMISSIONER – Claus D. Heide

April 1-2, 2022, 10 a.m. – 4 pm

April 6-8, 2022, 5 p.m. - Midnight

The Woodward Mansion, 1717 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212

Beethoven Halle und Garten | 422 Pereida St., San Antonio, TX 78210

• The Fiesta Flower Show has been part of the Fiesta activities since 1913.

• The Woman's Club of San Antonio is a Charter Member of the San Antonio Fiesta Commission.

• Celebrating the 107th Official Fiesta Flower Show.

• Beautiful floral arrangements and horticultural displays.

• Look for surprises in decorations and themes.

• Founded in 1867, the Beethoven Maennerchor is the oldest active singing society in Texas.

• Proceeds from Fiesta Gartenfest help the Beethoven preserve German music, language, customs, and culture in San Antonio.

• Entertainment includes the 50-piece Beethoven Concert Band, the Beethoven German Dance Band, and the Beethoven Big Band. The Beethoven Männerchor and Damenchor will lead sing-a-longs of Biergarten favorites.

• Kings, queens, and ambassadors: El Rey Feo will visit on Wed., April 6 and King Antonio on Thurs., April 7 • Beer, wine, and soft drinks available, including 15 different German brews on tap.

• What does it take to feed a hungry crowd? One ton of sausage, 5,000 buns and 800 pounds of sauerkraut...and that's just to serve bratwurst! We've also got Reuben sandwiches, Leberkäse, Bavarian pretzels, potato pancakes and other German specialties.

Admission: Free

Admission: $8 in advance and $10 at gate; Free admission children under 12, active duty military, "first responders," members of German-American organizations and Fiesta San Antonio Commission members. Tickets available Online and PMO location.

210-732-4811 | womansclubofsa@aol.com thewomansclubofsa.org

210-222-1521 | contact@beethovenmaennerchor.com www.BeethovenMaennerchor.com

Fiesta® Hat Contest and Luncheon

Fiesta® Jazz Band Festival

The Woman's Club of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Jane Stone | PMO COMMISSIONER – Virginia Van Cleave

St. Mary's University Department of Music PMO PRESIDENT – Tom Mengler, J.D. | PMO COMMISSIONER – Dr. John Rankin

April 6, 2022, 10:30 am – 3 pm

April 9, 2022, 8 am - 5 pm

San Antonio Colonnade Hotel | 9821 Colonnade Blvd

St. Mary’s University Center One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228

• Event held for last 27 years.

• Competition of prize-winning hats in several catalogues.

• Proceeds help fund scholarships.

• The Woman's Club of San Antonio celebrates its 124th anniversary this year.

• The Woman’s Club of San Antonio is a Charter Member of the San Antonio Fiesta Commission.

Admission: $75, Tickets available at The Woman's Club of San Antonio.

210-732-4811 | womansclubofsa@aol.com thewomansclubofsa.org

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• One of Texas’ oldest educational Jazz Festival.

• Performances by over 25 High School and Middle School Jazz Ensembles.

• Awards are given for outstanding performances by ensembles and individuals.

• Hear outstanding Jazz Clinics.

• Free and open community event.

Admission: Free No pets.

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Fiesta® Kings Cup Polo Party

Fiesta® Mass

San Antonio Polo Club

San Fernando Cathedral PMO PRESIDENT – Guillermo Zepeda | PMO COMMISSIONER – Edgar Holguin

PMO PRESIDENT – Ursula Lipari

| PMO COMMISSIONER – Debby Munoz

April 2, 2022, Noon - 4 pm

March 27, 2022, 10 am - 11 am

490 W. Specht Road, San Antonio, TX 78260

San Fernando Cathedral | 115 Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

• There has been a polo game during Fiesta since at least 1902.

• Polo was San Antonio's 1st professional sport, with many local players in the Polo Hall of Fame.

• The San Antonio Polo Club is one of the first in the nation, playing the game first in 1884.

• Cecil Smith, the greatest polo player in the world, lived in Boerne.

• The money raised by the Fiesta Kings Cup goes directly to funding children's riding lessons and underwrites the San Antonio Polo Club's high school and Trinity University Polo Teams.

• The San Antonio Polo Club invites inner city children and foster children to its facility for free field trips and equine experiences.

• There are 4 players on a team, who use multiple horses per game.

• A polo pony runs as much as 7 miles in a 7-minute chukker (period), but unlike racehorses, must be athletic and agile to stop and change directions at a moment's notice.

• Now in its 26th year, the annual Fiesta Mass offers a blessing to all of San Antonio for a safe Fiesta and for participants as they embark on their various commitments.

• The Mass takes place at the Historic San Fernando Cathedral which is host to not only Catholic events but many Civic events as well and visited by hundreds daily.

• San Fernando Cathedral was founded in 1731 and is the oldest, continuously functioning religious community in Texas and has the added distinction of being the oldest Cathedral sanctuary in the United States.

• In addition, the Cathedral is the official Center of the City marked by a medallion embedded in the floor of the Cathedral sanctuary by City Council.

Admission: VIP $200/person. $1500/table of 8. $20/person for general admission, Tickets available online at sanantoniopoloclub.com No ice chests, liquids or food may be brought in. General admission ticket holders may bring their own tents and chairs.

210-310-9866 | upari@icloud.com SanAntoniopoloclub.org

210-227-1297 | specialevents@sfcathedral.org www.sfcathedral.org

Fiesta® Ole

Fiesta® Pooch Parade

Pan American League PMO PRESIDENT – Margaret Mireles | PMO COMMISSIONER – Sylvia Reyna

Therapy Animals of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Gerald Dubinski | PMO COMMISSIONER – Gerald Dubinski

April 3, 2022, 10 am – 2 pm

April 9, 2022, 8 am to 11 am

Security Service Event Center | 15000 W. Interstate 10

Alamo Heights Swimming Pool, 250 Viesca, San Antonio, TX 78209

• Guests will enjoy a Mexicanthemed Open Market Bazaar to purchase artisan crafts, clothing, jewelry, and goods.

• Latin rhythms will entertain guests while they enjoy a delicious lunch.

• A host of notable models will present a Fiesta-themed Fashion show of festive styles and accessories.

• Net proceeds provide scholarships for underserved students and community social services.

• Canine Costume Contest at 8:15am • See dogs in their colorful Fiesta costumes • 2.6 mile parade through scenic Alamo Heights • Selfie booth • Meet King Anbarkio • The #1 pet event for Fiesta • Vendor booths • About 800 dogs • Individual pre-registration $25 Purchase tickets online at www.fiestapoochparade.org

Admission: $65, Tickets available at www.panamericanleague.com

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210-614-6397 | animal@therapyanimals.com www.therapyanimalssa.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

Fiesta® San Fernando

Fiesta® Teen Queen Coronation

San Fernando Cathedral PMO PRESIDENT – Guillermo Zepeda | PMO COMMISSIONER – Edgar Holguin

The Woman's Club of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Jane Stone | PMO COMMISSIONER – Virginia Van Cleave

April 7-9, 2022, April 7 and 8 – 10 am – Midnight; April 9 – 10 am - 1 am

February 27, 2022, 3 – 5 pm

115 Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

McAllister Theatre | McAllister Fine Arts Center, 1300 San Pedro Ave, • Fiesta Teen Queen is an Official Fiesta Queen.

• Fiesta Teen Queen is elected in October.

• King Antonio crowns the Fiesta Teen Queen.

• El Rey Feo crowns the Princess.

• Fiesta Teen Queen rides in the River Parade.

Admission: Free

• Good Food.

• Cold Drinks.

• Live Music.

• Arts and Crafts.

• Fun for the whole family.

Admission: Free No coolers or ice chests allowed 210-227-1297 www.sfcathedral.org

210-732-4811 | womansclubofsa@aol.com thewomansclubofsa.org

Fiesta® de los Ninos Port San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Jim Perschbach | PMO COMMISSIONER – Stephanie Garcia April 2, 2022, 10 am– 6 pm 102 Mabry, San Antonio, TX 78226 • A Fiesta parade kicks off the event!

• The San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology (SAMSAT) will be open and showcasing amazing technological exhibits!

• We've got robots and STEM-related interactivities for kids and adults alike!

• We will be hosting a free live streaming Collegiate Esports tournament all day!

• We've got all of traditional Fiesta food vendors, games and rides!

Admission: Free

210-362-7800 | fiesta@portsanantonio.us www.portsanantonio.us/

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Fiesta® Tech Trek

Fiesta® World Class Jazz Concert

PMO PRESIDENT – Richard Perez

San Antonio Chamber of Commerce | PMO COMMISSIONER – Julie Ring

St. Mary's University Department of Music PMO PRESIDENT – Tom Mengler, J.D. | PMO COMMISSIONER – Dr. John Rankin

April 5, 2022, 5 – 8 pm

April 8, 2022, 1 – 10 pm

Tech District - along Houston Street

One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228

• Tech Trek is the only official tech-focused Fiesta event.

• In 1911, the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce established the Fiesta association which led to the present-day Fiesta.

• Tech Trek celebrates San Antonio, the second-largest concentration of cyber-related businesses and government institutions in the country.

• In 2017, the Chamber launched its first Fiesta Event with Tech Trek.

• An afternoon of College and University Jazz Ensembles.

• Hear local and regional Jazz Artists.

• Discover new international Jazz Artists.

• Admission Free and Family Event.

• Jazz under the Stars.

Admission: Free

Admission: Free No pets

210-229-2100 | communications@sachamber.org www.sachamber.org

210-436-3421 | jazzfest@stmarytx.edu www.stmarytx.edu/academics/department/music/

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First Tee Invitational First Tee Invitational in partnership with Canyon Springs Senior Men's Golf Association PMO PRESIDENT – Elton Hudgins Jr. | PMO COMMISSIONER – Carrie Kimbell April 6, 2022, 8 am - 3 pm 24405 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78260 • The Exclusive Golf Events of Fiesta.

• Benefitting First Tee Greater San Antonio.

• Each participant receives a tee gift package.

• Top 5 Winning teams receive Dinner for 8 at premiere area restaurants.

• Played at Canyon Springs Golf Club & Brackenridge Golf Club.

Admission: $500 for a foursome; Up to $5,000 for a major sponsor, Tickets available Online

210-736-9592 | carrie@golfsanantonio.org www.Cssmga.com

Fit for a Princess Self-Esteem Empowerment Program & Coronation Cherice Cochrane Mentoring for Success Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Tamala Hamilton | PMO COMMISSIONER – Tracy Holmes Brazil April 3, 2022, 3 – 5 pm

Ford Mariachi Festival Visit San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Marc Anderson | PMO COMMISSIONER – Maggie Thompson April 5-7, 2022, 6 - 8:30 pm River Walk, San Antonio, TX 78205

Lambermont Events, 950 Grayson Street, San Antonio, TX • The Cherice Cochrane Mentoring for Success Foundation has been a proud Fiesta Commission PMO since 2005.

• The Fit for a Princess Self-Esteem Empowerment Program is one-of-akind event where children learn that "Character Matters".

• Children will enjoy a scrumptious tea party while learning about manners and etiquette.

• Children will learn what it takes to be a "Princess".

• Children will participate in a crafts activity while making new friends.

• Children will learn about poise and the importance of fitness.

• The event culminates with the crowning of all "Princess" in attendance.

• Watch Mariachis float and play along the River Walk.

• Folklorico dancers will entertain from the boats. The boats are decorated with lively Fiesta themes.

• Enjoy the floating entertainment on your favorite River Walk patio.

Admission: $40, Tickets available at www.thecochranefoundation.org Admission: Free

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Fredstock

Growing Up Female

The Music Business Program at San Antonio College PMO PRESIDENT – Ruben C. Rodriguez, PhD | PMO COMMISSIONER – Wayne "Donnie" Meals

PMO PRESIDENT – Georgia Edwards | PMO COMMISSIONER – Debra Tanner

April 9, 2022, 9 am – Noon

April 8, 2022, 2 pm – 10 pm

Virtual Event

Longwith Radio, Television, and Film Building | 121 W. Courtland Place

San Antonio Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta

• Fredstock is an annual block party and music festival organized and managed by the students of the Music Business Program at San Antonio College.

• The Music Business Program at San Antonio College makes Fredstock an intregal part of the curriculum.

• All proceeds go to Music Business Program scholarships.

• Fun for Music lovers of all kinds.

• Supports local and regional music.

• Fun for the whole family.

• Lots of food choices and good times.

• Delta Sigma Theta is the largest African American Greek lettered sorority.

• The first African American Greek lettered organization to participate in the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California.

• Develops bonds and lifetime friendships through many of our programs such as Growing Up Female, Delta GEMS and Academy.

• The only African American organization to participate in the Women's Suffrage Marc • Our sorority colors are crimson and cream.

• We love to collect elephants!

Admission: Free

Admission: Free

210-486-1361 Fredstockatsac.com

210-706-0085 | Deltadeb78@gmail.com https://dstsaac.org/

INCOGNITO: Fiesta's Masked Dance Dance Dance Party

Marine Day at the Alamo

THE URBAN-15 Group PMO PRESIDENT – Christine Tovar | PMO COMMISSIONER – George Cisneros

April 6, 2022, 11 am – Noon

The United States Marines The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

April 2, 2022, 8 – 11 pm 2500 S. Presa, San Antonio, TX 78210-2844 • Great live music, drumming and dancing.

• Special feature of the night is The Illuminated Bicycle Parade (cash prizes for most amazing entries).

Admission: Free

The Marines of the 4th Reconnaissance Battalion participate in Fiesta by hosting the annual “Marines at the Alamo!” event. This event affords Texans (and those that want to be Texans) the chance to meet with “their Marines” and view some of the latest military equipment from free-fall parachutes and combat diving to the latest small arms and vehicles used today by the Corps.

210-736-1500 | events@urban15.org www.urban15.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

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Investiture at the Alamo

King William Fair

The Texas Cavaliers PMO PRESIDENT – Clyde Johnson IV | PMO COMMISSIONER – Bart Simpson

King William Association PMO PRESIDENT – Annice Hill | PMO COMMISSIONER – John Costello

April 2, 2022, 6 - 7:30 pm

April 9, 2022, 9 am - 6 pm

The Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205

122 Madison Street, San Antonio, TX 78204

• It is the crowning of the new King Antonio Ceremony.

• The Mayor gives his blessing and has a speaking roll.

• The Cavalier's introduce their new members.

• The Military Band plays the music for the event.

• The Crowning Ceremony is open to the public.

• The King William Fair is held in the heart of Texas’ FIRST residential historic neighborhood.

• The very first King William Fair was a neighborly gathering held on one single residential block in 1968. Fast forward to today and the Fair is a beloved community celebration covering over fifteen residential blocks!

• You never know what quirky sights you'll see in our Parade as it travels a 2-mile route through the neighborhood. From live camels to floating mermaids to Miss Southtown and her cheeky court -- anything goes!

• Bring your appetite to the Fair! We have over 65 food and beverage vendors serving your favorite Fiesta flavors.

• Get ready to shop our 200+ Art & Craft vendor booths for handcrafted items from Texas and beyond. You'll find anything from handcrafted leather sandals to original paintings to exquisite jewelry and so much more.

• Wear your dancing shoes so you can make the most of live, local entertainment featured on 5 stages.

• Our Kids Kingdom area features a variety of creative activities, rides, and entertainment just for children and families.

• Proceeds support the arts, education, and community improvements.

Admission: Free

Admission: $20 General Admission, Children 12 and under FREE, Tickets available Online at www.kwfair.org. Visit website for event restrictions information.

210-822-2216| info@texascavaliers.org texascavaliers.org

210-271-3247 | info@kwfair.org kwfair.org (KW Fair), ourkwa.org (KWA)

Loteria para Lideres Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas April 2, 2022, 10 am - 2 pm Estancia del Norte San Antonio | 37 NE Loop 410 at McCullough Ave., San Antonio, TX 78216

• Proceeds support programming for girls on the west side of San Antonio • Special guest emcee, Michael Quintanilla • Great prizes!

• Vendors will be selling your favorite Fiesta items • Supporting a new decade of girls’ leadership • Table sponsors have the chance to be crowned La Reina de Loteria of the event complete with a sash and crown

210-349-2404 www.girlscouts-swtx.org

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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Fiesta® Masquerade

Mr. Teen San Antonio, Amazing Pre-Teens, Teens, Mentoring & Awards Banquet

Fiesta Youth PMO COMMISSIONER – Lio Laidacker-Luna

Cherice Cochrane Mentoring for Success Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Tamala Hamilton | PMO COMMISSIONER – Tracy Holmes Brazil

April 9, 2022, 7 – 11 pm

June 12, 2022, 5 – 7 pm

San Antonio Botanical Garden | 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX 78209

Schertz Civic Center Ballroom 1400 Schertz Parkway, Bldg. 5, Schertz, TX 78154

PMO PRESIDENT – David Laidacker-Luna |

• It's a Masquerade - Get your masks ready!

• Food and drinks included in price!

• Entertainment and Music all night long!

• College Scholarships presentation - See firsthand the results of our organizations fundraising efforts.

• Benefiting the only LGBTQ non-profit during the Fiesta season.

Admission: $100.00 $300.00, Tickets available Online

210-303-0550 | info@fiesta-youth.org www.fiesta-youth.org

• Our Motivational speaker and Mentor will be Attorney Artessia House.

• The Event will feature the 2022 crowning of Mr. Teen San Antonio, Miss Texas Amazing Teen and her Court, presentation of our Miss Texas Amazing Princess and her Court.

• These youth have been recognized by Kens TV, “Kids that Make San Antonio Great” and United Way, “Mayor’s Youth” award for contributing thousands of volunteer hours in their various community outreach projects • The Foundation’s mission is to provide the necessary resources, leadership development, career goals, image enhancement - “Dress for Success, fitness, health, cultural, civic responsibilities, and scholarships to deserving 11th and 12th grade students.

• This year, as we celebrate our 20th year Anniversary, we also pay tribute to the Late Cherice Cochrane, an exemplary mentor and role model and award the “Cherice Cochrane Memorial” Scholarship to Miss Texas Amazing Teen and Mr. Teen San Antonio. Cherice died at the age of 19 in her sophomore year at college, within 24 hours of contracting meningitis. Her legacy continues in the Foundation and the award of over $42,000 in scholarships since our inception in 2002.”

Ticket Prices: $40/individual and $320/group of 8.

210-573-0142 | info@cochranefoundation.org

Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta San Antonio River Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Frates Seeligson | PMO COMMISSIONER – Albert Carmona April 2, 2022, 10 am – 2 pm Padre Park, 6515 Padre Dr, San Antonio, TX 78214 • The Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta is the only kayaking event on the San Antonio River open to the public.

• This community-centric event is designed to bring awareness to the beautiful Mission Reach Ecosystem Restoration and Recreation project on the city’s Southside.

• In 2021, the Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta filled all 204 spots within 24 hours of registration being available.

• The San Antonio River Foundation is the 501(c)(3) non-profit partner of the San Antonio River Authority.

• The vision of the San Antonio River Foundation is to inspire stewardship for the San Antonio River basin and the ecology it supports.

• The San Antonio River Foundation supports scientific and educational activities that promote and encourage the conservation, stewardship, restoration, preservation, and enjoyment of the land and water resources of the San Antonio River Basin.

Admission¨ Free 210-224-2694 | Albert@sariverfound.org www.Sariverfound.org/Flotilla 80 | OFFICIAL FIESTA EVENT DESCRIPTIONS

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Navy / Coast Guard Day at the Alamo

OLLU 5K Confetti Run and Walk

April 7, 2022, 11 am – Noon

Our Lady of the Lake University PMO PRESIDENT – Dr. Diane Melby | PMO COMMISSIONER – Debora Guzman Perez

The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

April 2, 2022, 7:30 – 10:30 am Our Lady of the Lake University | Main Building, Front Walk, 411 S.W. 24th Street, San Antonio, TX 78207

Navy Day at the Alamo brings together Sailors, family members, and the San Antonio civilian community with the goal to raise public awareness of the Navy’s mission in San Antonio and around the world.

• OLLU's annual Confetti 5K Run/Walk will wind participants through the University's historic campus before taking on the trails of the newly renovated Lake Elmendorf Park.

• The family-friendly event will include a free Kids Fun-Run in addition to other activities following the race.

• Participants will receive a T-shirt, customized bib, and a custom finisher medal.

• All proceeds from the event will benefit The Lake Fund, which funds scholarships for OLLU students as well as other Campus needs.

Admission: $35 - Ends March 1, 2022; $40 - Ends March 18, 2022; $45 - Race Day and Virtual; Free Kids Registration (12 years and younger), Tickets available at http://info.ollusa.edu/Web_Marketing/IA/Marketing/5k/index.html

www.thealamo.org

210-452-2951 | elongoria@ollusa.edu www.ollusa.edu/5k

PACfest

Patriotic and Historical Ball

Palo Alto College

State Association of Texas Pioneers PMO PRESIDENT – Ronnie Nipper | PMO COMMISSIONER – Barbara Vander (Nipper)

PMO PRESIDENT – Dr. Robert Garza | PMO COMMISSIONER – Leticia De La Rosa

April 7, 2022, Noon – 10 pm 1400 W. Villaret Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78224

April 2, 2022, 7 – 11 pm LaVillita Assembly Hall | 401 Villita St., San Antonio, TX 78205

• Family-friendly event.

• Features food, games, social media alley.

• Musical entertainment.

• Home to Fiesta Grill down.

• A carne asada contest.

Admission: $15, Tickets available On-Site and Online Bag restrictions.

• Bag Pipe opening and parade.

• American Revolution Association Honor Guard.

• Cavaliers’ sword presentation for Honorary Lady Chairman.

• Fiesta Royalty presentation.

• Texas Grand March.

Admission: $35 non-member; $30 member; table options, Tickets available at the Pioneer website, specified PMO location.

No ice chests or outside drinks allowed

210-486-3881 | pacfest@alamo.edu www.alamo.edu/pac/pacfest WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

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Pinatas in the Barrio

Praise Dance Celebration

AUEDA PMO PRESIDENT – Margo Griffith

| PMO COMMISSIONER – Rick Uriegas

Alpha Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. PMO PRESIDENT – Marilyn Stanton-White | PMO COMMISSIONER – Cheryl Palmer

April 2, 2022, Noon - 10 pm

April 10, 2022, 4 – 6 pm

1327 Guadalupe St., San Antonio TX 78207

Carver Cultural Center | 226 Hackberry, San Antonio, TX 78202

• Features Live Dance Entertainment.

• Musical Entertainment.

• Food and Fun for the Whole Family.

• Rey Feo crowns our Senior Citizen King and Queen of the Barrio.

• Features Barrios Largest Pinatas.

• Free Parking.

• Arts and Crafts Vendors.

• Proceeds from this Official Fiesta event support projects and scholarships, primarily on the Westside of San Antonio.

• AUEDA's goal is to provide assistance to the Artistic and Entertainment Community, which includes all ages, genders and artistic mediums.

• Proceeds are targeted to assist in the Diversified Community who have fallen on serious hard times.

• 19th year event presentation in 2022.

• 91 years existence in San Antonio.

• Own 88 unit Apts. Roseville on E. Houston St. • Praise Dance performers from ages 5-90 years.

• Free event.

Admission: Free, Seating on first come basis No food or drinks allowed in theater.

Admission: Free

210-325-7714 | bigricku@gmail.com aueda.org

210-838-6624 www.atoaka.net

Run to Remember

San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Show & Sale

Alzheimer's Association PMO PRESIDENT – Lisa Ayres | PMO COMMISSIONER – Lisa Ayres

San Antonio Cactus & Xerophyte Society PMO PRESIDENT – Jimmy Black | PMO COMMISSIONER – Sydney Yarbrough

April 9, 2022, 8 am - Noon

April 1-3, 2022, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (9 am - 3 pm on Sunday)

Comanche Park | 2600 Rigsby, San Antonio, TX 78222

San Antonio Garden Center | 3310 N. New Braunfels, San Antonio, TX 78209

• Bring our families, friends, caregivers and community together to help ENDALZ together.

• Promotes the benefits of a healthy lifestyle for your mind and body, while bringing awareness to Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

• Pet friendly • Lots of vendors.

• IT'S FIESTA! Admission to the event is free, but there is a registration fee to participate.

Register online

• Vendors with thousands of cacti, succulents, and pottery for sale.

• Cactus and succulent experts offering advice and information.

• Raffle plant drawings held every hour.

• Silent Auctions of dish garden, pottery, and related cactus and succulent items on Friday and Saturday.

• Live Auctions of unique and landscape plants on Friday and Saturday at 2:00 p.m.

• Purchase our special Fiesta Medals at this Official Fiesta Event!

• Join us and get STUCK on cactus and succulent plants.

• Free Admission!

• The San Antonio Cactus and Xerophyte Society is dedicated to the study, propagation, and public education of succulent plants.

• The Society meetings monthly for programs and organizes seminars and filed trips for members.

• You can join our Society at the Show and Sale event.

• Funds raised from this Fiesta event support our outreach of public education and awareness of succulent plants as well as awarding scholarships to local students majoring in botany related fields.

Admission: Free

210-822-6449 | liayres@alz.org alz.org

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210-435-7057 | contactus@sacxs.org www.sacxs.org

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San Antonio Lutheran Coronation

San Antonio Queen of Soul Pageant

San Antonio Lutheran Coronation Association PMO PRESIDENT – Barbara Gray | PMO COMMISSIONER – Richelle Saur

PMO PRESIDENT – Rochelle Staten | PMO COMMISSIONER – Tonja Nelson

San Antonio Queen of Soul, Inc.

March 26, 2022, 7 – 10 pm

March 12, 2022, 8:01 – 10 pm

Scottish Rite Cathedral | 308 Ave E, San Antonio, TX 78205

Carver Community Cultural Center | 226 North Hackberry Street,

• Scholarships for participants.

• Gowns are made by family and friends.

• Local youth program.

• Open to all Christian Denominations.

• Taking applications for 2023 Court.

• The community will meet the contestants for the first time, at the SAQOS, Inc., Reception.

• SAQOS, Inc. was formed in 1968.

• Clifton Davis, actor and singer, rode on the Queen of Soul Float. He wrote "Never Can Say Goodbye" for the Jacksons.

• SAQOS, Inc. has been a Fiesta Commission member since 1974.

• First Queen of Soul was Libby Barksdale 1969-1971 • Our first President was Mrs. Gracie Griffin-Poe. • Lou Rawls, three-time Grammy Award winning Singer, rode with Ms. Barksdale in her first Battle of Flowers Parade.

• SAQOS, Inc. held its 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2018. At that event Penny McCutchen-Gardner was crowned “Queen Mother”.

• SAQOS, Inc. supports Educational Achievement through our Annual Scholarship Pageant.

• Longest serving Active QOS board member is John “Buddy” Gardner.

Admission: $25, Tickets available at the door

Admission: VIP Package: Tickets $75.00, Reception $50.00 Pageant $35.00 All Children (5 years of age to 12 years of age) will require a ticket for admission. Ticket prices for children: VIP package $35.00. Reception $25.00 Pageant $20.00. Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster and at the Carver Community Center Box Office starting November 1, 2021.

Current Carver Community Cultural Center guidance and protocols will be followed. https://thecarver.org/ 210-241-0665 | SALCACommissioner@gmail.com www.facebook.com/groups/442604663416521/

210-381-1871 | qosprez@gmail.com | qosvp2021@gmail.com https://thecarver.org

San Antonio Queen of Soul Reception

San Jacinto Victory Celebration

San Antonio Queen of Soul, Inc. PMO PRESIDENT – Rochelle Staten | PMO COMMISSIONER – Tonja Nelson

Daughters of The Republic of Texas, Alamo Heroes Chapter PMO PRESIDENT – Susan Reidesel | PMO COMMISSIONER – Bobbie De Los Santos

March 10, 2022, 7 - 9:30 pm

April 2, 2022, 10 am - Noon

Carver Community Cultural Center | 226 North Hackberry Street

Alamo Plaza | San Antonio, Texas

• The community will meet the contestants for the first time, at the SAQOS, Inc., Reception.

• SAQOS, Inc. was formed in 1968.

• Clifton Davis, actor and singer, rode on the Queen of Soul Float. He wrote "Never Can Say Goodbye" for the Jacksons.

• SAQOS, Inc. has been a Fiesta Commission member since 1974.

• First Queen of Soul was Libby Barksdale 1969-1971 • Our first President was Mrs. Gracie Griffin-Poe. • Lou Rawls, three-time Grammy Award winning Singer, rode with Ms. Barksdale in her first Battle of Flowers Parade.

• SAQOS, Inc. held its 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2018. At that event Penny McCutchen-Gardner was crowned “Queen Mother”.

• SAQOS, Inc. supports Educational Achievement through our Annual Scholarship Pageant.

• Longest serving Active QOS board member is John “Buddy” Gardner.

• Texans continue to celebrate their Independence 186 years after the Battle of San Jacinto.

• The Battle of San Jacinto forever changed the history of Texas and the World.

• There is no better way to celebrate freedom than to join the Daughters of the Republic of Texas Alamo Heroes Chapter than at the Alamo on April 2, 2022.

Admission: VIP Package: Tickets $75.00, Reception $50.00 Pageant $35.00 All Children (5 years of age to 12 years of age) will require a ticket for admission.

Ticket prices for children: VIP package $35.00. Reception $25.00 Pageant $20.00. Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster and at the Carver Community Center Box Office starting November 1, 2021.

Admission: Free

Current Carver Community Cultural Center guidance and protocols will be followed. https://thecarver.org/ 210-381-1871 | qosprez@gmail.com | qosvp2021@gmail.com https://thecarver.org

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210-307-6821 DRTinfo.org

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Senior Fiesta®

Taste of the Northside

Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc. PMO PRESIDENT – J. Antonio Fernandez PMO COMMISSIONER – Tara Ford and Ashley Garcia

Brighton Center PMO PRESIDENT – Katrina Campbell | PMO COMMISSIONER – Brooke Schriewer

April 7, 2022, 8 am - Noon

April 7, 2022, 6:30 - 11:30 pm 1 Dominion Dr, San Antonio, TX 78257

Wonderland of the Americas | 4522 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX

• Only Senior Aimed Fiesta Event.

• Live Music Performances.

• Health Care Provider and Craft Vendors.

• Brings together 2000+ seniors in our community together.

• Wonderland of Americas Indoor & A/C Venue.

• Taste of the Northside is San Antonio’s most exclusive Party with a Purpose!

• All-inclusive pricing!

Ticket price includes food, drink tickets, Parking & shuttle from select lots.

• Unlimited food tastings from over 50+ of San Antonio’s top restaurants.

• Amazing wine, spirit & beer Selection featuring.

• 4 stages with live music.

• 100% of the proceeds of the TASTE of the Northside benefit the Brighton Center. Throughout San Antonio and Bexar County, Brighton provides developmental and educational services to children of ALL abilities.

Admission: Free Sponsorships sold online only.

Admission: $100.00 each, Tickets available online - tasteofthenorthside.org Security check at gate.

210-222-1294 | agarcia@ccaosa.org www.ccaosa.org

210-826-4492 | development@brightonsa.org www.brightonsa.org

The Chili Queens Chili Cook-off Happy Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Anthony Lee Haines | PMO COMMISSIONER – Joan Duckworth April 3, 2022, 3 - 8 pm Bonham Exchange, 411 Bonham, San Antonio, TX • The chili queens is historically over 100 years old • The Happy Foundation was named after a San Antonio mover and shaker Arthur "Hap" Veltman • The Host building was one very first USO clubs; Our event benefits SAAF and THRIVE youth • The Happy Foundation is host to an extensive LGBT+ archive.

• We boast about being San Antonio's Tackiest event • The Chili Queens Chili Cookoff turns 15 years old this year.

The Happy Foundation is dedicated to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness; LGBT history; and encouraging contemporary art.

Admission is for 18+ Only! Proceeds go to charities that benefit the community!

210-224-9219 www.facebook.com/The-Happy-Foundation158775107511021/ WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

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St. Philip's College CultureFest and Rib Cook-Off

Texas Corvette Association Car Show

St. Philip's College PMO PRESIDENT – Dr. Adena Williams Loston | PMO COMMISSIONER – Paul Lede

St. Jude's Ranch for Children - SJRC Texas PMO PRESIDENT – Tara Roussett | PMO COMMISSIONER – Linda Specht

April 7, 2022, 10 am - 4 pm

April 2, 2022, 8 am - 5 pm

1801 Martin Luther King Drive, San Antonio, TX 78203

Boerne Main Plaza | Main Street, Boerne, TX

Celebrating 27 Years of Fiesta!

Proceeds from CultureFest help fund student scholarships.

• The TCA Car Show attracts more than 350 entries ranging from vintage vehicles to exotics.

• Entries are from across the state, country, and from abroad.

• Hosted by the Texas Corvette Association whose members share a passion for America's sports car.

• Free general admission to the public, but you must register to show your car.

• Three days of events for car show participants.

• Proceeds benefit SJRC Texas, which serves abused, neglected and abandoned children in the local area.

Admission: Free

210-486-2090 www.alamo.edu/spc/culturefest

The Pilgrimage to the Alamo Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Mission Chapter PMO PRESIDENT – Eileen Sommer | PMO COMMISSIONER – Karen McCloskey

210-876-6763 | kayweber276@gmail.com https://sjrctexas.org/

This Hallowed Ground: Alamo Plaza Historic Walking Tour

April 4, 2022, 4 – 5 pm

The Sons of The Republic of Texas PMO PRESIDENT – John Meehan | PMO COMMISSIONER – Robert Benavides

Alamo Plaza | 300 Alamo Plaza

April 9, 2022, Noon - 1 pm

• 75 - The # of organizations that typically walk in The Pilgrimage.

• 1918 - The year the first Pilgrimage to the Alamo was held.

• 1926 - The year The Pilgrimage to the Alamo became an official Fiesta event.

• 75+ - The # of floral tributes that are typically placed on the grass.

• .3 - Length of The Pilgrimage route in miles.

• 30 - Number of Alamo Mission Chapter DRT volunteers who facilitate The Pilgrimage to the Alamo.

• 500 - The # of chairs for spectators and participants that are set up.

Admission: Free

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Alamo Plaza | 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

• Historical tour of 12 key sites along Alamo Plaza relating to the 1836 Battle of the Alamo • Living Historians in period clothing to describe the events which occurred at each point • An Official Fiesta Event since 1988 • Presented by the Alamo Chapter of The Sons of the Republic of Texas • Working to increase public awareness about events of historical significance associated with Texas in our area 210-239-5176 www.alamosrt.org WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

Top Teens Healthy Choice Conference

The Texas Cavalier River Parade

San Antonio Metro Chapter Top Teens of America PMO PRESIDENT – Ian Glenn | PMO COMMISSIONER – Virginia Pope

The Texas Cavaliers PMO PRESIDENT – Clyde Johnson IV | PMO COMMISSIONER – Bart Simpson

April 9, 2022, 10 am – Noon

April 4, 2022, 7 – 9:30 pm

Second Baptist Church | 3310 E Commerce, San Antonio, TX 78220

San Antonio, TX 78205

• The purposes of Top Teens of America are to: Encourage High Academic Scholarship, Develop Social Graces, Leadership, and Fellowship abilities, Develop Deep Concerns for Senior Citizens, Status of Women, Community Partnerships and Beautification, Encourage an Appreciation for Ethnic and Cultural Heritage.

• Located on the San Antonio River.

• All proceeds and donations benefit over 70 Children's Charites every year.

• The Floats are filled with lights, people, and music.

• We invite 1,200 Service Men and Women, 1,200 First Responders and 800 Children to attend for Free.

• The River Parade is broadcasted on KSAT and their affiliates.

Admission: Free

210-857-2833 | walgin@att.net

Admission: $23-$26, Tickets available at texascavaliers.org or call 210-22R-IVER (210-227-4837)

210-227-4837 texascavaliers.org

United Way Kids Festival

UTSA Spring Football Game

United Way San Antonio & Bexar County PMO PRESIDENT – Christopher Martin | PMO COMMISSIONER – Katherine Filut

UTSA

April 9, 2022, 11 am – 2 pm

April 14, 2022, 7 pm

Copernicus Park | 5003 Lord Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78220

Dub Farris Athletic Complex, 8400 North Loop 1604 West, San Antonio

• Nonprofits, school districts, and city services will provide information, activities, and entertainment focusing on the celebration and promotion of early childhood development.

• Fun activities centered around age-appropriate developmental milestones.

• All games, books, healthy snacks, or anything else made available to the public are completely free.

• Family friendly, kid focused Fiesta event.

• There will be direct service providers in attendance to connect families with resources.

Admission: Free, Registration is online, but no purchase necessary.

210-352-7066 | mmitchell@unitedwaysatx.org www.unitedwaysatx.org

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PMO PRESIDENT – Dr. Taylor Eighmy

| PMO COMMISSIONER – Ashley Marquis

• The inaugural UTSA Football Fiesta Spring Game was first held on April on April 9, 2011, at the Alamodome under its original name, Spring Game Football Fiesta.

• The UTSA Football Fiesta Spring Game has been an official Fiesta event since 2011 • The UTSA Football Fiesta Spring Game has been held at both the Alamodome and Dub Farris Athletic Complex.

• 2022 will mark the 10th edition and the first time the UTSA Football Fiesta Spring Game has been held since 2019. The 2020 game was canceled and the 2021 game was converted to a closed scrimmage due to the pandemic.

• The UTSA Football Fiesta Spring Game has featured several Roadrunners who have gone on to NFL careers including 2018 first-round draft pick Marcus Davenport, David Morgan II, Kevin Strong Jr., Josiah Tauaefa, Ashaad Mabry, Jarveon Williams and Brian Price.

• Admission and parking are free to the public.

210-458-4160 www.utsa.edu/students/getinvolved/student-orgs/ roadrunner-productions/ WWW.FIESTASANANTONIO.ORG | FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2022

Valero Texas Open's 19th Hole Fiesta

Viva Botanica

Valero Texas Open PMO PRESIDENT – Larson Segerdahl | PMO COMMISSIONER – Stephanie Sage

San Antonio Botanical Garden PMO PRESIDENT – Sabina Carr | PMO COMMISSIONER – Emily Knapp

March 31, 2022, Start time 6 pm

April 2, 2022, 10 am - 5 pm

TPC San Antonio | 23808 Resort Parkway, San Antonio, TX

San Antonio Botanical Garden | 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX 78209

• The Valero Texas Open is a non-profit, fundraising event that supports hundreds of worthy charities throughout the greater-San Antonio community and beyond.

• In 2021, the tournament raised $16M, bringing its cumulative fundraising total to over $187M since 1922 when the event was established.

• Don’t miss out! Help us celebrate the 100th anniversary of this San Antonio tradition while having fun and giving back to our community.

• Tickets vary in price and can be purchased at ValeroTexasOpen.com or through Ticketmaster. Children 15 and under receive complimentary admission.

210-345-3818 www.ValeroTexasOpen.com

• Bring the whole family to Viva Botanica at the Botanical Garden.

• Explore 38 acres of nature.

• Play fun during this family-friendly Fiesta event that includes hands-on activities, culinary tastings, and music, theater, and dance performances.

• Drinks and food available for purchase.

• Guests are welcomed to bring lawn chairs and blankets.

• Botanical Garden Fiesta medals available for purchase at the Garden Gift Shop.

Admission: Free with Garden admission and membership. Tickets available Online at sabot.org and at the gate.

No coolers or outside food.

210-536-1411 | info@sabot.org www.sabot.org

Walk for Autism Any Baby Can of San Antonio PMO PRESIDENT – Elyse Bernal | PMO COMMISSIONER – Reyna Vasquez

April 2, 2022, 8 am - 12:30 pm Texas A&M University San Antonio | One University Way • For nearly 40 years, Any Baby Can of San Antonio has served as a beacon of hope for families of children and youth with special healthcare needs.

• ABC provides comprehensive services, including case management, counseling services, funeral assistance, autism programs, sibling support and prescription assistance, at no cost, regardless of income, for families in Bexar and the 18 surrounding counties.

• One in 54 children nationwide will be diagnosed with autism this year.

• In Bexar County alone, 30,000 children are living with autism. More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes, and cancer combined. That means that you or someone you know has a close connection to a child or individual who lives with autism and whose daily lives are challenged by this diagnosis.

• On April 2, 2022, the Walk for Autism, our largest fundraising event, will bring together participants and community partners from San Antonio, Bexar County, and South Texas.

• All proceeds stay local to fund the many programs and services provided to support families raising individuals with autism at Any Baby Can of San Antonio.

Admission: Free for spectators, Runners sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/SanAntonio/ABCWalkforAutism

210-227-0170 | rvasquez@abcsa.org www.anybabycansa.org

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WEBB Party San Antonio AIDS Foundation PMO PRESIDENT – Cherise Rohr-Alleg | PMO COMMISSIONER – Khalen Garcia April 1, 2022, 7 - 11 pm The Aztec Theatre | 104 N St. Mary's St., San Antonio, TX 78205 • The WEBB Party became an official Fiesta® event in 2004. It is now the San Antonio AIDS Foundation’s most visible and important fundraising event of the year, attracting approximately 1,000 guests and raising $100,000 for the organization.

• It helps to fund such programs and services as free HIV testing, prevention education in public schools, outpatient clinical care, mental health counseling, transitional housing, and a 365-day-per-year hot meals program.

• SAAF’s programs and services are offered throughout Bexar County and 11 surrounding counties and reach approximately 30,000 people a year.

• Founded in 1986, the San Antonio AIDS Foundation commemorates 36 years of service in 2022.

• SAAF's mission is to prevent the spread of HIV and provide compassionate, comprehensive services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. • SAAF's vision is a community free of HIV. • SAAF’s offices and services are located at 818 E. Grayson St. • To learn more about SAAF and for WEBB Party sponsorship information, visit www.SanAntonioAIDS.org or call Khalen Garcia, Director of Communications and Development, at 225-4715, ext. 186 Admission: $75 - $175, Tickets available online 210-225-4715 | kgarcia@sanantonioaids.org https://sanantonioaids.org/

Witte Museum Fiesta® Exhibition Witte Museum PMO PRESIDENT – Marise McDermott | PMO COMMISSIONER – Heather Russo

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Fiesta’s 2022 Military Ambassadors Long known as “Military City, USA,” San Antonio plays host to units from every branch of service.

One hundred and thirty one years ago, Fiesta San Antonio started as a one-day parade event to honor the memory of military heroes of the Battle of the Alamo and Battle of San Jacinto. Today, 11 service men and women serve as Military Ambassadors representing their respective service branches and attending as many of the 100+ events as possible each year.

THE MILITARY-CIVILIAN CLUB OF SAN ANTONIO IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE

2022 FIESTA MILITARY AMBASSADORS REPRESENTING THE

ARMY | MARINE CORPS | NAVY | AIR FORCE | COAST GUARD | SPACE FORCE U.S. Army Ambassadors Staff Sergeant Corey J. Walton US Army North Platoon Sergeant / Property Manager "Fort Sam's Own" 323D Army Band I am very excited for the opportunity to represent the Army during Fiesta. As a band member we see the JBSA Military Ambassadors at many of the same Fiesta events representing the U.S. Military Services.

Being chosen as an Ambassador gives me the chance to dive deeper into the true meaning of Fiesta and interact with the people of San Antonio. Last year was one of the most challenging and rewarding years of my Army career. To cap it off with such an honor from my Command is incredible. I look forward to representing all Soldiers stationed here in Military City U.S.A. Viva Fiesta!

Master Sergeant Karenlee R. Hockenberry US Army North G2 Senior Enlisted Leader It is an honor to serve as a Military Ambassador during Fiesta San Antonio 2022.

To me, being a Military Ambassador is important because I get to be a part of a small group representing the heroes who came before us. We have the opportunity to help keep their memory alive and remind others of our rich cultural history here in San Antonio.

U.S. Marine Corps Ambassadors Sergeant Grant Finkbeiner

Sergeant Dominique J. Rudisel

4th Reconnaissance Battalion Dive Chief

4th Reconnaissance Battalion Inspector-Instructor Staff

It is a great honor and privilege to be selected as a Marine Corps Ambassador for San Antonio's 2022 Fiesta. I am very grateful for this amazing opportunity to experience and learn about San Antonio's prestigious traditions and world renowned heritage.

I'm looking forward to meeting the people of San Antonio and participating in their historical culture.

I am truly honored to have been selected to serve as a 2022 Fiesta Ambassador for the United States Marine Corps. I am still very new to San Antonio, as I just arrived in the summer of 2021. I am incredibly excited to have the opportunity to be a part of San Antonio’s largest celebration. I look forward to witnessing the city come alive and experience this annual tradition. Viva Fiesta!

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U.S. Navy Ambassadors Petty Officer First Class Henson A. Chiong

Petty Officer First Class Samantha Teliczan

Hospital Corpsman Basic, Division 6 LPO “A” School Directorate TPO Navy Medicine Training Support Center

10 Department Leading Petty Officer Classification Advisory Officer

It is an honor to able to represent greatest naval fighting force in the world as a Military Ambassador. It brings me great pride and joy to bring both the local civilian and military communities together, for together we are stronger and more cohesive as one.

It is a great honor to be selected as a Fiesta 2022 United States Navy Ambassador. I am grateful for my peers, subordinates and mentors for molding me into a leader for many to aspire to. To take part in something so meaningful to the community of San Antonio and so rich in culture and heritage is something I never thought I'd get to do. This community has been amazing to me, my family, and all the military that it truly makes me believe they work hard to be Military USA. I look forward to representing the Navy and taking part in the festivities.

U.S. Air Force Ambassadors Staff Sergeant Daniel Velasquez

Staff Sergeant Clarissa M Scott

802 Security Forces Squadron Unit Security Manager

344th Training Squadron/ Military Training Flight Military Training Leader

I feel very blessed to be selected as a 2022 Fiesta Air Force Military Ambassador for Military City, USA. Coming from a strong and proud Hispanic family, it is an incredible honor to fill this unique role! It has always been on my bucket list to take part in San Antonio's unique history and culture and find it surreal that I am going to Fiesta, while being a representative for the world's greatest Air Force! Viva Fiesta!

I am humbled and honored to have been selected as a 2022 Air Force Ambassador! As a San Antonio native, I grew up celebrating Fiesta through a young child’s perspective (lots of candy and confetti!). Now as an adult, I hope to not only show how dedicated the military is to the community, but also experiencing all the wonderful one-of-a-kind events that make up Fiesta!

U.S. Coast Guard Ambassadors Petty Officer Third Class Casey W. Travers

Petty Officer Third Class Yulianis Chevere Rodriguez

Intelligence Specialist U.S Coast Guard Cryptologic Unit Texas P2 Deployer (Operator)

U.S Coast Guard Cryptologic Unit Texas

I am deeply honored and humbled to be chosen to represent the United States Coast Guard. Throughout this process, I aspire to make my service and my country proud by wearing this uniform for all those who have sacrificed. It is an opportunity I do not take lightly and I am eager to participate in an event that holds so much culture and heritage. Let the festivities commence, Viva Fiesta!

It is a tremendous honor to be chosen as a Coast Guard Ambassador for Fiesta 2022.

I am excited to be a part of this tradition and get to see firsthand San Antonio's culture, people, and heritage. I look forward to celebrating the spirit of this amazing city while representing Coast Guard men and women everywhere. Viva Fiesta!

U.S. Space Force Technical Sergeant Edin Olano 1N8X1, Targeting Analyst 390th Cyberspace Operations Squadron It is truly a privilege to serve in our nation’s Armed Forces. As the first Ambassador for the United States Space Force, I look forward to engaging with the local San Antonio community on exciting developments in our nation’s Armed Force and the Space Force. I am appreciative that San Antonio continues to thrive and enjoys its partnerships with our Nations’ military. I am thankful for the opportunity to participate in all of the 2022 Fiesta events. It will be a much-needed celebration for the city and citizens living in the city.

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2021 Queen of the Order of the Alamo ELIZABETH GRACE HUEY

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King Antonio XCIX BARTON T. SIMPSON Bart is deeply honored to have been elected to represent The Texas Cavaliers as King Antonio. Bart and his family have a long tradition of service to their nation, state and community. Bart comesfrom a “Gold Star Family”- patriotism and service to one’s community have been important factors instilled in him throughout his life. He has a deep respect and honors the sacrifice our military makes for this Country.

Bart served The Texas Cavaliers as the River Parade Marshal for Kaleidoscope in 2013 and is also a twoterm Past Commander of the organization. He currently serves as a board member of the Texas Cavaliers, trustee of the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation, and is treasurer of the Warm Springs Foundation. He is also an elected commissioner on Kendall Water Control and Improvement District 3A. Bart has also served as a member of the Board for the Fiesta San Antonio Commission and has chaired the Parades Committee.

Bart is a graduate of Baylor University with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. He is president of Simpson Development, where he oversees the management of the firm’s real estate and investment interests. Over the years, he has developed and repositioned multi-family, retail, office, industrial and residential projects in the San Antonio metro area and South Texas.

Fiesta as a celebration of the diverse culture of the San Antonio Community has been a tradition in Bart’s family and extended family throughout his life. His wife, Marnie, daughters, Tobin and Tinsley, and grandson, Cuatro, are direct descendants of the Spanish Canary Islanders that settled San Antonio and laid the cornerstone at San Fernando Cathedral. Their family line has called San Antonio home for 15 generations and is part of the fabric and mix of culture that make the city a wonderful

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place to call home. Bart believes that it is important to come together to celebrate our diverse culture, and that it is even better when we help improve the lives of San Antonio’s children through our Fiesta activities.

The Texas Cavaliers believe in the future of all children, and we work to ensure opportunities for them. As King Antonio XCIX, Bart will have the honor of presenting more than $2,000,000 to area children’s charities. Since its founding in 1989, the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation has distributed more than $10 million to the children of SanAntonio.

During Fiesta, King Antonio and The Cavaliers will visit schools, military bases, hospitals, nursing homes, charitable organizations, and other Fiesta events. These visits not only have a profound impact on our community but create lasting friendships and traditions!

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Rey Feo LXXIII AUGUSTINE “AUGIE” CORTEZ, JR. Augustine “Augie” Cortez Jr. Blessed to be born and raised in San Antonio, Texas HE LOVES HIS CITY. A proud 1988 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, GO Mustangs! After highschool he immediately entered the workforce at USAA where he took many in-house courses and was taught an excellent work ethic, loyalty and many lifelong lessons.

In 2000 he pursued his dream by opening his first restaurant in South Town’s King William area called Augie’s Barbed Wire Grill where he learned the do’s and dont’s of the restaurant world and there he met his beautiful wife, Sandra A Cortez along with his three step sons, Zachariah, Izaac and Elijah.

In 2004 they got married and ventured into the real estate world, with a new son, Augustine Cortez, III “Baby Augie”(His gift from God). In his real estate ventures he came across his current location that he purchased and opened Augie’s Barbed Wire Smokehouse. After 12 years of success he opened his next location called Augie’s Alamo City BBQ & Steakhouse.

When Augie is not at the restaurants he manages his real estate rental company and is always involved with his four sons coaching them in various sports for the Catholic Youth Organization and or the local Catholic middle school football program. Early on, Augie was very involved in a youth mentoring program while serving as a mentor for Storm Elementary's first grade students and continued throughout the years.

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He has served on the River Road Association Board, and the Midtown Brackenridge planning development Board and is currently preparing for his position on the Board of Directors of San Antonio’s Catholic Charities.

He donates much of his time, efforts and resources by helping to raise money for local charities and churches of all faiths and denominations throughout the community.

Augie is honored & proud to be an active member of the Consejo organization since 2012 where he has helped raise money annually for students scholarships by assisting previous Rey Feo’s during their campaign.

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2022 Miss Fiesta San Antonio CALISTA BURNS Inspiring and Empowering Young Girls to be Innovative with Their Future in the Fields of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Miss Fiesta San Antonio 2020-22, Calista Burns, enjoys every celebration and community event Fiesta brings to San Antonio. Calista holds Fiesta very close to her heart, encourages others to do the same and welcomes everyone to learn and commemorate what a remarkable city San Antonio is.

Calista is a 21-year-old San Antonio native who grew up on the Southeast side of the city. Calista is proud to say she is Latina and embraces her background, with her mother being Hispanic. Being an only child, Calista learned to be independent at a young age.

She always sought to be the role model for other students and enjoyed being helpful in any way she could.

At the age of 5, Calista joined Girls Inc. of San Antonio, where she began her journey and gained interest in the STEM fields. At Girls Inc. and 13 years later, Calista climbed to be a leader as an MVP (Mentor Valuing Peers) and a CPA (Camp Program Aid), where she guided and inspired younger girls to be STRONG, SMART AND BOLD. Her commitment with Girls Inc. earned her the honor of being featured in the Latinitas 20 Under 20 Magazine in 2011. Calista also has seven years of experience in theatre from 6th grade to her senior year in high school. Being on stage has provided Calista confidence and experience in public speaking.

Calista is pursuing a degree in Education at The University of the Incarnate Word, where she is also double minoring in Mathematics and Reading. She has earned a spot on the Dean’s List each semester. She is on her third year in the Honors College Program.

Her research is focused on evaluating the effectiveness of out-of-school—time STEM programs in encouraging girls from

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underserved and underrepresented communities in choosing a STEM Endorsement in high school and pursing a STEM career. Calista wants to know what activities encourage an interest in STEM and what activities discourage an interest.

Her Honors program research will culminate in a published senior thesis. Calista plans to teach first and second grade as well as pursue her Master’s Degree and Doctorate in Education to later be a Professor in Higher Education.

She dreams one day to be a university professor influencing the next generation of young girls in STEM. In the summer of 2019, Calista took on the role of Head Camp Counselor for an all-girls middle school camp called miniGEMS. Calista planned, created and taught the curriculum during the eight-week summer camp for over 160 girls. In addition, Calista also led and coached the very first Tafolla Middle School First Lego League (FLL) Robotics all-girls’ team that earned them 4th place out of 10 teams in January of 2020. In 2020, Calista led and coached four FLL teams; one team from both Tafolla Middle School and Elolf Elementary School and two teams from Barkley-Ruiz Elementary as part of her service platform. She has received four Dell grants and two San Antonio Manufacturers Association grants for a total of $1,800 to help defer the cost of participating in FLL. Additionally, she has received $5,000 from the H-E-B foundation to help pay for food costs during the Saturday Robotic Build Days. Calista spends her Saturday’s helping the four FLL teams

prepare for the upcoming 2020 Season which starts in January.

Calista’s passion has always been giving back and helping other young girls in Title I schools who would not have opportunities otherwise. Her community service project is to help educate, influence, and expose more girls to the STEM fields and provide handson experiences in Engineering, Coding, Programming and Robotics giving the girls opportunities to expand their dreams, just as she has been given this wonderful opportunity of being Miss Fiesta San Antonio 2020-22.

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Reina de La Feria de Las Flores MACKENZIE TIJERINA Mackenzie is a San Antonio native, and currently a senior at Antonian College Preparatory High School. She is a four-year volleyball letterman, the Vice President of the Spanish National Honor Society, the president and Founder of the Sewn with Love Club, the president of the Interact Service Club, a member of the National Honor Society, a member of Mu Alpha Theta Math Society, and teen leader for many of her school retreats.

Mackenzie is honored to follow in her family’s tradition of being a part of San Antonio Fiesta Royalty. Her grandfather, Antonio Flores, was Rey Feo XLVIII along with her mother who was Reina with him as his Feria Queen in 1998. Her grandmother, Irma Flores, was Fiesta Commission President in 2003. Her uncle and Godfather, Ken Flores, was Rey Feo LXX in 2018 along with her cousin Ariana Flores who was Feria Queen that same year.

Mackenzie has always had a passion for volunteering and recognizes the importance of giving back to her community. Her Freshman through Junior year she received the Gold National Presidential Service Award and has always exceeded her requirements for service hours and is always ready and willing to help even more. Some of her favorite organizations that she has helped by volunteering are Haven for Hope, Snack Pak 4 Kids, and Camp Camp. In addition to school, sports and all her volunteer activities, Mackenzie is also the president of two clubs whose mission is to give back and volunteer.

Mackenzie also understands the importance of higher education. She has not yet selected the college she would like to attend but looks forward to finalizing wherever she will spend her next 4 years continuing her education and playing volleyball at a collegiate level. She plans to pursue a biology degree so she can fulfill her dream of becoming a sports medical doctor.

Mackenzie developed a love of Fiesta at an early age, and as she got older, she wanted to be more involved as a participant. The raising of scholarship funds has given her the opportunity to once again give back and help others. She looks forward to embracing this amazing opportunity to not only give back to her community but to be a role model for all the young children she will visit in schools during her reign. She

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hopes to spread the message of the importance of continuing your education to all the children she meets and to let them know that by setting goals you can achieve anything you put your mind to. She also hopes to educate her community about the Rey Feo scholarships because she believes that receiving a degree is extremely important to a future filled with hope and opportunities.

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Fiesta Teen Queen 2022 AVERY WALKER Avery Walker, a senior at Smithson Valley High School, feels so blessed to serve as The Fiesta Teen Queen 2022. Representing The Woman’s Club of San Antonio, one of the founding member organizations of the Fiesta Commission, is an incredible honor. The Woman’s Club Mission Statement, “for mutual improvement and cooperation in all charitable and educational undertakings that pertain to the greater good of humanity” goes hand in hand with Avery’s desire to help others and serve her community with kindness and grace.

Fiesta is known as “the party with a purpose,” because it raises money for non-profit organizations through special events and medal sales. Avery is super excited to have the opportunity to give back once again. She is no stranger to raising funds for nonprofit organizations, as she was Smithson Valley’s 2020 candidate in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Student of the Year Campaign. The campaign was a great opportunity to share her servants heart! She learned so much about blood cancers, our community and the people in it. It was eye opening for her to meet survivors as well as patients that were currently fighting for their lives. This became much more than a seven week campaign, it is now a passion for Avery to continue helping others. Her team, “Hope for Peggy,” finished the 2020 campaign raising over $27,000 for research, education, treatments and potentially a cure for blood cancer!

Avery’s extra curricular activities are very diverse! During her high school years she has danced both competitively and for her high school dance team. Avery is loving her Smithson Valley High School/Comal Independent School District Fishing Team! She was a member of the Inaugural team her sophomore year and they pulled together in their second year and were ranked #1 in the Central Texas Division. The coach was quoted saying, “Avery Walker is dominating the field”. Avery personally ranked high enough to fish in the Regional Championship at Lake Palestine in 2021. The team has their sights set on a State Championship in 2022!

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Avery has been very involved with the Woman’s Club of San Antonio. Each year she participates in fundraisers, luncheons, charitable events and of course Fiesta! Her favorite event is the annual Christmas Party that the club hosts for the children of Respite Care San Antonio. Each year she has participated her heart became more and more invested. Avery hopes to make it back for this event once she leaves for college. She plans to attend Texas State University and major in Communication Studies with the goal of going into to medical sales, contributing to breast cancer treatment and recovery. Avery realizes how fortunate she is to be serving as The Fiesta Teen Queen for 2022 and gives all glory to God! She is so excited to celebrate the return of Fiesta and to be a part of a Royal Fiesta Family that “parties with a purpose” to serve others! Viva Fiesta!

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Queen of Soul REBEKAH WYNN Empowering Future Generations Twenty-year-old Rebekah Wynn attends Our Lady of the Lake University, majoring in Early Childhood education. In 2019, she was awarded The Charles Butt “Raise your Hand Texas Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers.” Her long-term goal is to open up her own daycare center. The love for kids that she has is never ending and she feels that as much as they impact her, she can impact them. That passion for children remains strong and unbreakable.

Rebekah is a woman of many talents and every day she strives to be a better version of herself. In her free time, she likes to read, learn new instruments, and crochet. She says, "There is always an opportunity to grow, why not do it with something you love?"

As a child, Rebekah was destined for an amazing journey. Growing up, she was taught to never limit her dreams. Time and time again, she has proven that there's nothing stopping her. It wasn't until volunteering in middle school did Rebekah notice that not everyone had those same opportunities.

Since then, her constant need to serve others has become one of her top priorities in life.

With the Queen of Soul title, Rebekah hopes that she can impact those around her with her positivity. She wants to utilize her time to encourage children, and teach them that with hard work and dedication, they can achieve what may seem hard to reach.

“There is always an opportunity to grow, why not do it with something you love?”

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Charro Queen ALEXA CHAPA For the Love of Family and Horses Reina de la Asociacion de Charros, Alexa Chapa, is a 18-year-old National Honor Society Graduate from Taft High School.

Originally from Mexico, her love of horses led her to the Charro Association, where she has been riding for four years with the Escaramuza team Coronelas de San Antonio alongside her younger sister.

Her gray quarter horse, Mora, loves getting her hair braided with flowers for the Battle of the Flowers parade. In addition to Mora, Alexa has two rescue dogs, Tapon and Teddy.

Alexa is excited to visit as many events as possible to support the participating member organizations and see the diverse events that make up Fiesta San Antonio. After high school, she hopes to study psychology or writing. In her free time, she loves visiting Southside fruterias with her teammates or baking desserts, such as mostachón.

Alexa is excited to visit as many events as possible to support the participating member organizations and see the diverse events that make up Fiesta San Antonio.

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2022 Miss San Antonio ELAINA MCCOULSKEY Elaina is a military ‘brat’ who had more frequent flyer miles than most adults by the time she was four! She has traveled the world with her family, gaining exposure to many different languages and cultures along the way. Elaina graduated Cum Laude from Claudia Taylor “Lady Bird” Johnson High School in San Antonio, where she participated in theatre as both an actor and techie. During her time in theatre, she found her love for special effects makeup, construction and became completely obsessed with Halloween because of their annual school haunted houses.

She joined Schreiner University on an Honors scholarship where she was a cheerleader and a member of the Honor’s Society, Active Minds, and found herself consistently on the Dean’s List. However, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Elaina opted to leave Schreiner University after her sophomore year and transitioned to earning her degree online. She is now a junior at Liberty University Online and is majoring in criminal psychology. She plans on getting her PsyD and joining the FBI to interview and investigate criminals across the country. She currently works in an Emergency Room as a greeter and, as an accomplished singer and pianist, spends her time off surrounding herself with music, dance, and art projects.

Elaina has competed in the Miss America System since 2017 and has won two Outstanding Teen titles, including Miss South Texas’ Outstanding Teen in 2017 and Miss Bexar County’s Outstanding Teen in 2018. As a teen titleholder, she created a social impact initiative that focused on helping military children with the struggles of changing schools and finding new friends. She mainly focused on children during her reign and attended many events, including the Fisher House Family Day, Fort Sam Houston Fair, and My Princess and Me for St. PJ’s Children’s Home.

Elaina witnessed Miss San Antonio’s involvement in Fiesta San Antonio during her 2018 Teen reign, and it made her realized the importance of her community. Being the daughter of a Navy Nuclear Officer, she moved around a lot and never found a place she felt was truly her home. But seeing the pride for San Antonio, the hard work, and the love shared through Fiesta

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San Antonio, Elaina knew she needed to give back to the community that gave her a home. There is no better way than joining in on the festivities and “Partying With A Purpose” while raising funds for non-profit organizations and scholarships.

Elaina has witnessed mental health struggles and, as Miss San Antonio, she will focus on her social impact initiative, “Talk Through the Taboo,” which focuses on starting the conversation about different types of mental health issues and speaking out against their surrounding stigmas. During her reign, Elaina plans to spread awareness for mental health and encourage people to seek the resources they need. She will use school programs to teach children to recognize signs of mental illness and learn to cope with them in a healthy manner. She hopes to be an open ear to anyone who needs someone to listen.

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2022 Fiesta® San Antonio Commission Board of Directors

Kathy Rhoads Conservation Society of San Antonio

Webb Sellers Order of the Alamo

Johnny Gabriel Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation

Leroy Sance Jr. San Antonio Zulu Association

Kelly Kennedy Battle of Flowers Association

David Uhler Beethoven Mannerchor, Inc.

Robert Cuellar Fiesta Flambeau Parade Association, Inc.

Victoria Wood Military-Civilian Club of San Antonio

Bill Drain Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation

Rochelle Staten San Antonio Queen of Soul, Inc.

Joe Vela Jr. St. Mary’s University Alumni Association

Clyde Johnson IV Texas Cavaliers

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2022 Fiesta® San Antonio Commission Executive Committee

Jon Fristoe President

John Meyer President-Elect

Richard Sparr Senior Vice President

David Christian Vice President

Nick Holt Vice President

Ferne Burney Treasurer

Patti Zaiontz Secretary

Irma Iris Durán de Rodríguez Presidential Appointee

Baltazar (Walter) Serna Jr. Immediate Past President

Steve Rosenauer Executive Director

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2022 Board of Commissioners It takes a team of volunteers to make Fiesta happen and a tremendous guiding board! The Fiesta San Antonio Commission Board of Commissioners is a force of decision makers composed of the executive committee, elected commissioners, and a designated commissioner from each Participating Member Organization (PMO) who commit their time and talents to Fiesta San Antonio each year.

ELECTED COMMISSIONERS Richard Adam Jo Betsy Booker JoAnn Boone Freddie Cervera Gloria De Hoyos Tina Drain Mae Escobar Michael Flores

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Everett Fly Marty Gonzalez Elizabeth (Liz) Jauer Holly Jones Tobias Klingelhoefer Debby Long-Shirley Barry McKinney Jim Mery

Damaso (Danny) Oliva Darrell Parsons Rita Richardson Teresa Robertson Mari Sandoval Denise Thieme Angela McPherson Williams

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Fiesta San Antonio Commission Staff

Pictured from left to right (standing) Bret Peters, Dallan Manjarrez, Fernando Villarreal, Steve Rosenauer (seated) Suzi Otis-Garrett, Linda Skop, Olivia Garza

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Steve Rosenauer, Executive Director Steve became the Executive Director of the Fiesta San Antonio Commission on August 1, 2020. Prior to that date, Steve was the Executive Director of the Fiesta Oyster Bake and Director of Alumni Relations for St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas and held those positions since 1995. As Executive Director of Fiesta Oyster Bake, Steve gained valuable experience in all areas of festival management for an event that attracts more than 70,000 people, including 7,000+ volunteers, to the campus of St. Mary’s University.

The two-day event, sponsored by the St. Mary’s University Alumni Association, has raised millions of dollars for St. Mary’s University student scholarships and University and alumni programs. Steve is a member of the Texas Festivals and Events Association (TFEA) Hall of Honor, a Past President of TFEA, and a past board member of the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA). Steve has been an Elected Commissioner of the Fiesta San Antonio Commission, and in 2017, was inducted into the Order of the Cascaron (Fiesta’s Hall of Fame). Steve earned his Certified Festival and Event Executive certification (CFEE) in 1999. Born and raised in St. Louis, MO, Steve holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. Steve and his wife, Lea, have a dog, Natalie.

Suzi Otis-Garrett, Director of Marketing and Sponsorships A native of Canada, Suzi has traveled the globe for more than a decade, first as an executive for a top cargo airline, and the in management for Anheuser-Busch Entertainment. As the Fiesta Commission’s Director of Marketing and Sponsorships, Suzi works daily with corporations, sponsors, partners, commission members, and the general public. Her role as Director of Marketing and Sponsorships means she is directly involved with Fiesta’s Participating Member Organizations, working to raise much-needed funds and helping in other ways to benefit the San Antonio community.

Dallan Manjarrez, Membership and Operations Manager Although originally from Colorado, Dallan has been a proud San Antonian since 2016. While he was working toward his degree at Texas A&M-San Antonio, Dallan worked in various roles around campus, including being a Jaguar Ambassador, where he acted as a representative for the university. He also worked as the Assistant Events Manager in the Office of the President. It was during this time that Dallan was first introduced to Fiesta® through TAMU-SA’s official Fiesta event, Festival de Cascarones. After earning his Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing, Dallan began his role as the Membership and Operations Manager for the Fiesta Commission.

He works closely with the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and the Board of Commissioners. Dallan assists the Director of Marketing and Sponsorships with for the kick-off event Fiesta® Fiesta at the Hemisfair and the oversees the Membership program.

Bret Peters, Finance Manager Bret was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas but in 2007 moved to San Antonio where he attended St. Mary’s University. There he studied accounting, obtaining both his Bachelors and Masters degrees. He

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spent several years in public accounting and has since then served in many high-level accounting positions for various San Antonio organizations. Bret is married with one daughter and enjoys spending his free time with them. He is also an avid disc golfer and marksman.

Fernando Villarreal, Logistics Manager Fernando returned to the Fiesta San Antonio Commission as Director of Operations in March 2016 after a three-year absence. Prior to that, he severed as the Assistant Executive Director of the Fiesta Commission from 2002-2013. He also served as a seasonal staff member from 19982002. Fernando began his formal career as the lead architectural computer draftsman with Jose Luis Hernandez Architects where he worked for several years designing educational school buildings and documenting structures for preservation and restoration and holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Texas at Austin.

Fernando is involved in several Fiesta Participating Member Organizations including LULAC Council #2, The Conservation Society of San Antonio, Beethoven Maennerchor, and the Fiesta Flambeau Parade Association. As the Logistics Manager for the Fiesta Commission, Fernando’s current duties include overseeing the Fiesta Commission’s street chair program and parade logistics, yearly revision of the city’s Fiesta Ordinance, and the Fiesta Commission’s annual Fiesta Fiesta kickoff celebration in Hemisfair. Fernando also serves as Manager for SALUD Tequila Bar on Broadway.

Olivia Garza, Office Manager Olivia earned her Associates degree in Arts and Marketing in San Antonio. She worked as a senior event coordinator for many companies in Texas, California, Illinois, and Florida before joining the Fiesta Commission in 2016. Her background includes account management, promotional marketing, and managing and executing community and retail events for a variety of regional and national clients. As the Fiesta Commission’s Office Manager, Olivia manages the day-to-day interactions with Fiesta’s Participating Member Organizations and Fiesta members, and the overall planning and execution of internal and external Fiesta events, including being the lead coordinator for Pin Pandemonium, the only official Fiesta medal event, at Fiesta Fiesta.

Linda Skop, Volunteer Relations Manager A former decade-long Fiesta San Antonio Commission employee, Linda is currently a volunteer at the Commission, acting as the Volunteer Relations Manager. Linda has over forty years of experience both as a volunteer and working professionally with nonprofit organizations. She is involved in several Fiesta Participating Member Organizations including The Conservation Society of San Antonio, the Military-Civilian Club, Beethoven Maennerchor, Queen of Soul, and currently acts as the Public Relations Director for the Fiesta Flambeau Parade Association.

Additionally, she has served as a Fiesta San Antonio Commission Elected Commissioner and as a judging director for Fiesta Flambeau. In 2017, Linda was inducted into Order of the Cascaron for her significant contributions to Fiesta. As the Volunteer Relations Manager, Linda works daily with Fiesta’s PMOs in coordinating volunteer opportunities within their organizations and assists Fiesta Commission staff members with coordination, planning, and execution of Fiesta projects.

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1999

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1978

3 | Byron LeFlore, Jr.

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1998

45 | Jerome K. Harris Jr.*

1977

4 | William (Bill) Mitchell

2018

25 | Nick Garza

1997

46 | Amanda Ochse*

1976

5 | Erwin J. De Luna

2017

26 | Don Moyé*

1996

47 | James W. Gorman*

1975

6 | Vonzetta Hickman

2016

27 | Naomi Russell-Wolfman*

1995

48 | Robert H. Seal*

1974

7 | Fernando Reyes

2015

28 | Jack Saunders*

1994

49 | Charles G. Orsinger*

1973

8 | Jack C. Hebdon, Jr.

2014

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1993

50 | John T. Steen*

1972

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2013

30 | Robert W. Carlson*

1992

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1971

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2012

31 | Barbara Wenger

1991

52 | Stewart Johnson*

1970

11 | Sam Bell Steves

2011

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1990

53 | Donald W. Garrett*

1969

12 | Mary Begia

2010

33 | Roger Flores*

1989

54 | Peter J. Hennessey Jr.*

1968

13 | Charles Barrett

2009

34 | Carol Canty

1988

55 | Hallie Spice*

1967

14 | John Steen Jr.

2008

35 | Bryon L. LeFlore*

1987

56 | John H. Morse*

1966

15 | Jorge Gonzalez

2007

36 | Agnes B. Harwood*

1986

57 | Orval A. Slater*

1965

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2006

37 | William F. Grinnan Jr.

1985

58 | Jerome K. Harris Sr.*

1964

17 | Larry Kurth

2005

38 | Joanna Parrish

1984

59 | Ames Gill Sr.*

1963

18 | Edward Steves

2004

39 | Louis J. Sanchez

1983

60 | Harry D. Jersig*

1962

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2003

40 | Wilbur F. Littleton Jr.*

1982

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1961

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2002

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1981

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2001

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LIFETIME PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE Thomas Aguillon Monica Alcantara Charles Barrett Melissa Barrett JoAnn Boone Armon Brown Ferne Burney Dianna Burns Jamie Butler Stephanie Cano Melanie Cawthon Ted Cieslak Dr. Gary Cox Noemi Cue Gloria De Hoyos Jonathan Delmer Janet Dietel Gloria Dilley Barbara June ''BJ'' Duncan

Mae Escobar Rudolfo Escobar Michael Flores Elizabeth Franklin COL (Ret) Jon Fristoe Karrie Fristoe Dr. Dennis Gutzman Kathleen Hall Jack Hebdon, Jr. Carol Hebdon Vonzetta Hickman Emily Hoover Erica Hurtak Marcie Ince Elizabeth (Liz) Jauer Joy Jauer Jon Jimenez Rosemary Kowalski Laurence Kurth

Byron LeFlore, Jr. Kathy Littlefield Sandy Liwang Debby Long-Shirley Dr. Christina Lumbreras Steven Mach Daniel Medrano John Meyer, Jr. Linda Nairn Carol Ochse Richard Ojeda Sandra Ojeda-Medina Lisa Pierce Andrew Price Joe Ramirez Fernando Reyes Allison Reyes Norma Reyes Sandy Saks

Louis Sanchez Amy Shaw Anna Shaw Vira Siordia Donalda Smith Robin Steinhauser-Templeton Sam Steves Darrell Stewart Kelly Storbeck William Templeton Tawana Timberlake Nancy Tom Christine Turner Rick Uriegas Virginia Van Cleave Daniel Weis Wendy Wirth

INDIVIDUAL PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP Lisa Ayres Kathleen Bischoff Ellis Canady, Jr. Tracy Christian

David Christian Melanie Evans Fern Lee M "Missy" Finck Michael Flores

Peavy Gardner Brandy Gaskins Peltier Joseph Tiffany Moskowitz

Mary Maxwell Oliver Darrell Parsons Casey Watts

Mary Beth Owen & Tom Owen

Tanya Vela & Joe Vela, Jr.

COUPLE PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP Barbara Francis & Gary Francis

Read John & Read Laura

COUPLE Joseph Acker & Stephanie Acker Mary Helen Adam & Dr. Richard Adam Jeremy Aguillen & Sharon Aguillen Andrew Allen & Madeleine Allen Cory Bakke & Phillip Peacock Bakke Jo Betsy Booker & Brian Booker Melissa Branch & Dr. Warren Branch Jaime Bruno & Rachel Bruno John Burgman & Dr. Sandra Burgman, DDS Genny Campbell & Nick Campbell Kyle Campbell & Lori Campbell Alfred Casillas & Diana Casillas Anna Catalani & Dan Catalani Peggy Cervera & Freddie Cervera, III Brissa Chapa & Felipe Chapa Emily Christy & Scott Christy Thomas Coffet, III & Julie Coffey Micky Daniels & Wayne Daniels Eddy De La Garza & Stella De La Garza Armando De Los Santos & Bobbie De Los Santos Katherine Elaine De Los Santos & Ernest DeLeon Natasha Delgado & Richard Delgado, Jr. Bill Drain & Tina Drain

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Albert Duran & Mari Duran Irma Iris Duran de Rodriguez & Curtis Rodriguez Yolanda Estrada & Yolanda Guadiana Carloyn Evans & John Evans Brenda Fernandez & Mike Fernandez Robert Finney & Dr. Nancy Rector-Finney Dianne Flores & Val Flores Donna Flores & Kenneth Flores Laura Flores & Ryan Reyna Martha Flores & Pedro Flores Everett Fly & Rosalinda Fly Glenn Fox & David Gilbreth Gilbert Stanley-Medford & Mary Fruge-Medford Becky Gallegos & Joseph Gonzalez Cindy Gamez & Dennis Gamez John "Buddy" Gardner & Penny McCutchenGardner Jesse Garza & Patricia Garza Kevin Gerrish & Sara Briseño Gerrish Edgar Gonzalez, PhD. & Louisa Gonzalez, RN Jim Goudge & Suzanne Goudge Loryn Hairston & Thad Hairston Zachary Hallowell & Victoria Wasik

Brian Hamner & Pilar Hamner Claus Heide & Jean Heide Sally Hill & Roger Hill, III Nick Holt & Sandy Holt Catherine Hornberger & David Hornberger David Jones & Kathryn Messac-Jones Scott Keeler & Victoria Keeler Albert Kucher & Georgann Kucher Ben Leal & Theresa Leal David Losleben & Mary Losleben Cindy Martinez & Mike Martinez Karen Marvel Shute & Thomas Shute Juan Mata & Stephanie Mata Tony Matos & Bess Soutter Gretchen Mayes & Tommy Mayes Jay McAnelly & Jessica McAnelly Leslie McFadden & John McFadden, Sr. Barry McKinney & Jan McKinney Rachel G. Medrano & Danielle Sagor Jim Mery & Sharon Mery Helen Meyer & Theodore Meyer Bill Mitchell & Margaret Mitchell Curtis Montgomery & Renee Montgomery

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COUPLE (continued) Philip Nelson & Theresa Nelson Barbara Vander-Nipper & Ronnie Nipper Bridgette Oliva & Dr. Damaso (Danny) Oliva, Jr. Robert Oselen & Tracy Oselen Denise Poppe & Dr. John Poppe Daria Putzier & Scott Putzier The Honorable Susan Reed & Travis Reed Dr. Sylvia R. Reyna & Arthur Reyna, Jr. Michael Richardson & Rita Richardson Beckie Rodriguez & Al Rodriguez, Jr. Karen Rogers & Steve Rogers Helen Rohlfs & Paul Rohlfs, Jr.

Elizabeth Ann Rolling & Lee A. Rolling, Sr. Lea Rosenauer & Steve Rosenauer Richard Ruiz & Rosemarie Ruiz Arturo Saldana & Rae Saldana Edward Sealy & Ellen Sealy Deborah Jean Serna & Baltazar (Walter) Serna, Jr. Joel Smith & Rebecca Ownby Smith Jane Stone & Marshall Stone Ann Swain & Lee Swain Dolores Tamez & Thomas Tamez Catherine Taylor & Joe Taylor Cynthia Teniente-Matson & Mike Matson

Denise Thieme & Ken Thieme Kirk Tracy & Kristin Tracy Judy Trick & Lorence Trick Cynthia Trinidad & Robert Trinidad David Uhler & Dr. Martha Uhler Michelle Usher & Steve Usher Ann Walton & Dr. Richard Walton Lydia Wenzel & Ronda Wenzel Kathleen Whittle & Robert Whittle, Jr. Dale Wood & Victoria Wood Sunnie Woods & G. Bailey Woods, Jr. Gerald Yarbrough & Sidney Yarbrough

INDIVIDUAL Bea Ackerman-Castellanos JoAnn Acosta Blanca Aldaco Marilyn W. Alefsen Julie Alexander-Shacklett Maj. Gen, USAF John Allen Suzanne Allen Jonathan Alonzo Stephanie Alvarado Tony Alvarado Blue Rose Alvarez Ruben Aparicio Diane Baird-Barger Hannah Elizabeth Bakke Brandt Bakke Donna Baldertson Felicia Baldwin Pre Ball Mary Ann Barbosa Mary Barrett Tuley Beatrice Susan Beavin Charles Beever Mary Begia Richard Berchin Alexander Bernal Patricia A. Biggs Jasper Blake Charles Blank Anna-Laura Block Robert R. Blount Russ Bookbinder Tremell Brown Yvonne Burns John Buxie Michele Cadwallader Rhonda Calvert Louise Cantwell Carol Canty Albert Steven Carmona Terry Carmona Sabina Carr Bonnie Carrisal Nicholas Carrisal Cathy Carroll Stuart Carter Gilbert Casillas Roxanne Castillo

Sylvia P. Cervantes George Cisneros Brandon Clementson Claudette Cochrane Dr. Jannine Cody Patricia Conchas Anthony Contreras Richard Corrigan Augustine Cortez, Jr. John Costello Corey Cowart Stephen Craddock Rita D. Creswell Pete Cruz, Jr. Robert Cuellar Arabella Dalton Carol Dauphine Erwin J. De Luna Kathy De Luna Jonathan Dear Margorie Dejongn Holly Denton-Swanson Lou Diaz John Dickol Gerald Dubinski Joanna Duckworth David Durbin Steve Dutton Shirley Dyer Basse Edgar III Teresa A. ElHabr Barbara Elia James Fenimore Robert W. Flannery Tina Flatten Karen Fletcher McCloskey Floralva Flippo-Hopkins Jeanette Flores Lori Ann Flores Jana Foreman Robert Foster Eric Foultz William Friedrich, Jr. Cindy Gabriel Johnny Gabriel Ronnie Gabriel Margie Galvan Gabriella Garcia

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Khalen Garcia Larry M Garcia Margaret Garcia Stephanie Garcia Estelle Garza John Henry Garza Frances Garza-Alvarado Peggy Gerrero Davis Gerri Barbie Gonzales Zebediah Gonzales Connie Gonzalez Henry B. Gonzalez Hope Gonzalez Marty Gonzalez Margaret Griffith Amy Guajardo Lydia Guerra Trina Guevara Salvador Gutierrez Debora Guzman Perez Audrey Haake Anne Marie Hamon Janet Hancock Peter A. Hansen George Harcourt John Hearn Ruth Hernadez Margaret Hernandez David Herrera Robert Herrick Bruce Hicks Barbara Hill tracy Holmes-Brazil Holly Hood Barclay Houston Anson Howard Scherrie Jackson-Perez Putman Janet Charles L. JerffersIII Jenna Jernigan Sandee Johns Clyde Johnson, IV Karen Johnson Holly Jones Kim Jordan De Hoyos Jose Kate Judson Klein

Lynn Kee Kelly Kennedy Carrie Kimbell Bill Kingman Tobias Klingelhoefer Emily Knapp Freda Knight Matthew T. K. Koehler Michael R. Koilbassa, Jr. Eddie Kopplow Susan Kriz Abby Kurth Martin F. Kushner David Laidacker-Luna Cynthia Landeros Lellen Lane Marla Lear Paul Lede Kathleen LeFlore Judith Lentz Sherene Lindo Ursula Lipari Christina Liserio Alcide Longoria Leonel Lopez Roy Lopez, Jr. Anita Lowry Margaret Lumbreras Barbara Lyman Bill Lynch Robert L. MacNaughton Ashley Marquis Christopher Martin Susan Martin David Mauze Nancy May Jacki McAnear Danny McCarty Julie McCarty M. Norma McClelland William R. McClelland Andrew Mckeown Maria Mckeown Peter McLaughlin Dr. Angela McPherson Williams Robert Meade Wayne (Donnie) Meals

Jackie Meyer Fred W Middleton Byron Miller De Miller Albert Mireles Margaret Mireles Andy Mitchell Virginia Mitzelman Gina Morando Marillou Moursund Adam "Shaun" Moya Wendy Nave Vicki Neeb Dr. Tonja Nelson Hilton Newell Richelle Nipper-Saur McCann Northington Mary Oakes Deborah Omowale Jarmon Bea Orta Pete Ortiz Clay Page Cheryl Palmer Miranda Paredes Neale Parker Thelma Parker Lt. Col. E Gary Pasierb Harriet Peavy Hector Pedraza Lorena Pena DezaRey Perez Jim Perschbach-Garcia Mikael Persson Chris Petty Virginia Pope Leslie Provence Isabel Pruneda Katalina Pruneda Carolyn Putnam Michael Quintanilla John Rankin Eric S. Reblin Yvette Regaldo Eric Renth Catarino Reyes Adelfa Reyna Kathy Rhoads Susan Riedesel

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INDIVIDUAL (continued) Julie Ring Edmundo Rios Teresa Robertson Patty Robledo Clemente Rodriguez Ruben C. Rodriguez, PhD. Ryan Rodriguez Victoria Rodriguez Cindy Romines Lawrence Romo Paul Rossbach Elizabeth Roth James Ruggs Daniel Ruiz Elizabeth Ruiz Hilda Salas Leroy Sance Leroy Sance, Jr. Johnny Sanchez, Jr. Mari Sandoval Jim Satel

Rollette Schreckenghost Brooke Schriewer Wanda Scott Greg Seay Cindi Segura Webb Sellers Barton Simpson Walter B. Simpson Linda Skop Eileen Sommer Richard Sparr, Jr. Linda Specht Marilyn Stanton-White Rochelle L. Staten Johns Stephanie Shannon Stephans Max Strozier Pat Stuart Milagrace Tamez Sophia I Tamez Deborah Jean Tanner

Alfred Tapia Larry Taylor Gregory Thompson Helen Jean Travis Jeanie Travis Pris Trawick Robert L. Trevino Robby Turner Ramiro Valadez, Jr. Teresa Valenzuela Vanessa Van de Putte Vanessa Van de Putte Reyna Vasquez Mary Jane Verette Lillian Villanueva Johnny M. Villarreal Letie Wawrzyniak Elena Wells Sharon Wernli Matthew White Tye Wichert

Mary Wieser West Winter Dr. Judith York, PhD Mollie Zachry Patti Zaiontz Thad W Ziegler Will Ziegler Emily Zinn

Business Members ROYALTY Gopuff

The Prestigious Mark

TechWerks

AMBASSADORS PMI Pipe Steel & Supplies

Schuhmacher Publishing Company

ENVOY 3 Men Movers, Ltd AAA Garcia Bail Bonds AAA Garcia Bail Bonds #2 Celebrate Excellence CocoMeg Cares Dixie Flag and Banner Company DOCUmation Dr. Dawn Rakich, Optometrist

Fiesta Medal Flowers Baking Co. G4U Restaurants, LLC Hollerbach & Associates, Inc. PAWsitively Sweet Bakery Pepsi Purple Up USA Robinson Value Management

SA Flavor, LLC Stability Staffing and Consulting Thad Ziegler Glass The Carlson Law Firm Trevino Funeral Homes Twang Partners, Ltd United Fashions of TX, LLC, dba MELROSE Family Fashions, My Melrose

Guardian House, Inc Guid Dogs of Texas, Inc. Harp and Shamrock Society of Texas Mission Up, Inc. Moonstruck Foundation, Inc. National Western Art Foundation dba Briscoe Western Art Museum Purple Up USA River City Believers Academy Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Antonio San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Awareness

San Antonio Dr. MLK Jr. Foundation San Antonio Gaelic Athletic Club San Antonio Hermann Sons Home Association San Antonio Livestock Exposition San Antonio Visitor Alliance Students of Service (SOS) Texas Chihuahua Rescue, Inc The Ballet Conservatory of South Texas The Public Theatre of San Antonio Young Life

NONPROFIT Assistance League of San Antonio Buffalo Soldiers MC SATX Canary Islands Descendants Association Canyon Springs Senior Mens Golf Association Central Catholic High School Christian Service Center Inc. Combat Marines Outdoors El Mercado Merchant Association Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas Eva's Heroes Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas

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2022 Fiesta San Antonio Foundation Contributors* *As of February 1, 2022

Mary Barrett Michael Gibson JJ Heldman Andrew Price Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber Louis Sanchez Southwest Airlines TechWerks

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Distinguished Fiesta Volunteers ORDER OF THE CASCARÓN It takes more than 75,000 volunteers to make Fiesta hum. The Order of the Cascarón is our own Fiesta Hall of Honor.

The award was created by the Fiesta Commission in 1992 to recognize individuals who distinguished themselves as extraordinary Fiesta volunteers. Going above and beyond the role of a normal volunteer, those selected for the Order of the Cascarón have taken that extra step for Fiesta and its participating member organizations.

Below is a list of the original members and the inductees from each year after.

1992 (Charter Members) Carol Canty Nancy Clayton Louis Engelke* Roger A. Flores II* James Gorman, Jr.* Bob Heckman Maximo Virgil* Naomi Russell-Wolfman* Logan Stewart* 1993 Robert Carlson* Agnes Harwood* Donald Moyé* Dennis O'Malley* Thad M. Ziegler* 1994 Frank Burney Linda Lee Davis* Pete R. Martinez 1995 Nick Garza Robert Mason 1996 Frank Butler* Paul R. Rossbach 1997 Marshall T. Clegg

1998 Donald Morris* Pete Ortiz Janice Ricks 1999 Marsha Hendler Lee Vogel 2000 Orlando Cisneros* Edward Steves

2006 Rosemary Kowalski Mary Schug*

2014 Erica Gonzaba David Jauer*

2007 Mary Begia Amelia Garza

2015 Sam B. Steves, II Gerry Young

2008 Rick Uriegas Virginia Van Cleave

2016 Eloise Cortez-Lara Fernando Reyes Elizabeth Ruiz

2001 Joan Gaither Tom Sineni*

2009 Fred Middleton Gloria Ray John Steen

2002 Jane Cheever Powell Thad W. Ziegler

2010 Erwin De Luna Joanna Parrish

2003 Claus Heide Louis Sanchez

2011 Marilyn Eldridge*

2004 Les Paulick* Robert D. Reed* 2005 Jack Hebdon Susie Martin Penny McCutchen-Gardner

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2012 Randy Bear Vonzetta Hickman 2013 Evangelina Flores

2017 Steve Rosenauer Linda Skop 2018 Fr. David Garcia Maria Ramirez Margo Uriegas Griffith 2019 Charles Barrett 2020 Rhonda Calvert Laurence Kurth * Deceased

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THE FIESTA® SAN ANTONIO COMMISSION WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS WHO ARE SUPPORTING FIESTA.

HAVE FUN. ® GIVE BACK. FIESTA .

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A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE

FOLLOWING PARTNERS

AM Project

Magik Theatre

Backstage Attractions

Michael Q.

Beethoven Maennerchor

Palenque Grill

Black Tie Affairs

San Antonio College

Centro San Antonio

San Antonio Current

Chef Brian West, Inc.

San Antonio Woman

City of San Antonio

Southwest Airlines

Estancia del Norte

Texas Culinary Alliance

Hemisfair

Wade Shows, Inc.

Hilton Palacio del Rio

The Westin

iHeart Media

Witte Museum

KSAT-12

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