The Holidays Shine Bright with Festive Things to Do in San Antonio

Have a Holly Jolly Season in the Alamo City

A trip to San Antonio is always a magical experience but there is something extra special about the Alamo City during the holidays. The festive spirit of San Antonio comes alive with millions of twinkling lights across the city. Experience the city at its finest, with endless unique holiday events, delicious food adventures, the best shopping, sites, and so much more. Plan your holiday trip to San Antonio now and get ready for your most memorable holiday vacation yet.

River Walk Ford Holiday River Parade 2021

Official Holiday Event Calendar

Overhead view of french toast meal with donut

Box St. All Day | Photo by Zach St. Ward

Holiday Eats & Treats

Children pointing at artificial holiday rhino adorned with lights

San Antonio Zoo Lights

Exclusive Holiday Offers

Historic Market Square | Photo by La Familia Cortez

Your Complete SA Holiday Checklist

San AntonioHolidays on Houston Street

Set against the backdrop of one of the city’s most historic and charming areas, San Antonio Holidays on Houston Street arrived November 24 through January 2.

Exclusive Holiday Events

The spirit of the holiday season takes over San Antonio, which means exclusive events you can't find anywhere else!

From our Iconic River Walk adorned with sparkling lights beginning the day after Thanksgiving to a unique ice skating park in the heart of downtown, posadas, tamaladas, Holidays on Houston, and more - San Antonio is the place to be for all the holly jolly festivities.

Holiday Event Calendar

Folklorico dancers dancing onstage

Overhead view of french toast meal with donut

Unique Holiday Flavors

San Antonio is ready to bring out the holiday menus!

Find exclusive holiday menu offerings from some of San Antonio's favorite restaurants. Build a holiday menu to enhance your Alamo City holiday vacation.

Holiday Eats & Treats