Festive events fill our beautiful city during the holiday season – caroling, boutique shopping, tamale making, football, and so much more. Experience the holiday-centric festivities throughout the holiday season like SeaWorld San Antonio’s Christmas Celebration, Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ Holiday in the Park, Zoo Lights! at The San Antonio Zoo, Christmas at the Caverns at Natural Bridge Caverns and the Valero Alamo Bowl. The San Antonio River Walk holiday lights shine bright from November 12 through the holidays, and you will not want to miss special events like the Ford Holiday River Parade and Ford Holiday Boat Carolings. Come celebrate with us!

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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.

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The holiday season is the season of giving – and what better place to find gifts to give than in San Antonio? In San Antonio, you’ll find something for everyone on your list. From upscale, local boutiques, to shopping malls, to outdoor markets and everything in between, check all the names off your list with ease with a special gift found in San Antonio.

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San Antonio’s attractions, hotels and restaurants take the health and safety of our visitors and locals seriously. Learn more about how San Antonio is staying safe, and how you can do your part during your holiday trip.

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Explore the official San Antonio Visitor’s Guide and get to planning your holiday trip. 

View the Official Visitor’s Guide