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GO RIO
This December, gather your friends and family to enjoy one of three GO RIO Holiday Lights Cruises – where San Antonio’s winter wonderland comes to life. Skip the ticket line and buy online at GoRioCruises.com. Reservations are required for the Pearl Lights Cruise, Downtown Lights Cruise, and Reserved Holiday Narrated Cruise.
Marriott and Starwood Hotels
Book your holiday travel early & save up to 20%!
Discover the culture, art, music and tastes of city that make it the best holiday experience. While there, take advantage of the Marriott Portfolio of brands across the city, on the River Walk and in the Hill Country that will make your trip one to remember.
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Majestic & Empire Theatres
Located in the heart of downtown, the historic Majestic & Empire Theatres are nationally recognized landmarks and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The theatres, established in 1929 & 1914, are home to the Broadway in San Antonio series, nationally touring concerts, comedy attractions, children’s theatre, and live entertainment experiences.
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Natural Bridge Caverns
Enjoy holiday favorites sung throughout Texas’ largest underground cavern system. Perfect your footwork on our ice skating rink, take holiday photos inside our giant snow globe, enjoy storytime with Santa “Spelunker” Claus. Test your skills on our brand-new million-dollar Twisted Trails Sky Adventure. Hayrides, s’mores, and so much more await.
Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
The Ripley’s Christmas Town display has different holiday theme scenes that is sure to delight the whole family. See celebrity wax figures portrayed in fun holiday scenes. Come to take a selfie with Mr. Claus himself or other photo ops throughout. Come see the new Ripley’s Christmas Town before it leaves on January 1st!
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San Antonio Zoo
Whataburger Zoo Lights is a holiday tradition for the whole family! When the animals tuck in for the evening, San Antonio Zoo transforms into a wild, winter wonderland filled with a jaw-dropping array of twinkling lights. Not to be missed is Starry Safari which features life-sized illuminated animal light displays.
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Events
Festive events fill the city during the holiday season – think caroling, boutique shopping, tamale making, football, and so much more. Experience the holiday-centric festivities during the Ford Holiday River Parade, SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, Six Flags Fiesta Texas Holiday in the Park, Zoo Lights!, the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon & 1/2 Marathon and the Valero Alamo Bowl. Take your talents to the ice at the all-new Rotary Ice Rink in Travis Park. For New Year’s Eve, consider a celebration in the heart of downtown with local food, drinks and fun, complete with a spectacular fireworks show. Come celebrate with us!
Traditions
Homemade tamales. Need we say more? In San Antonio, we bring flavor to every festival, and that’s especially true for holiday tamale events around town. For generations, the unique San Antonio tradition of tamale making has captivated people of all ages. Create your own – and taste for yourself! – at La Tamalada at the Witte Museum and at La Gran Tamalada at Market Square.
Shopping
The holiday season is the season of giving but don’t forget about shopping. In San Antonio, you’ll find something for everyone on your list. From upscale, local boutiques, to shopping malls, to outdoor markets, check all the names off your list with ease. Enjoy Pearl’s Holiday Night Markets, consider a visit to Hecho a Mano at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center or Kristkindlmarkt, a German Christmas Market at Beethoven Halle und Garten for unique gifts from local, regional and national artisans.
