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With more than 39 million visitors each year, San Antonio is a destination worth visiting. We have it all. Get to know us better and scroll through our news articles and accolades below to see what others are saying about our destination. 

On Location: San Antonio Enhances Its Event Spaces May 02
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Northstar Meetings Group | Sarah J.F. Braley The Alamo's facelift continues, new convention center features are planned, and a host of fine-dining options await groups. The infectious energy of a…

Top 5 Destinations to Consider for Your Next Event Aug 19
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Hal Hassall VP Marketing Groups360 Orlando might be the top U.S. choice for hosting meetings, but it doesn’t have to be O-Town or bust. There are other cities not commonly considered for meetings and…

1 big thing: The new tech hubs Mar 08
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March 8, 2022 | Axios Data: Brookings Institution and U.S. Census; Note: Metro areas with fewer than 1,000 tech workers in 2020 were excluded; Map: Kavya Beheraj/Axios A handful of fast-growing…

Commentary: Enjoy life, boost city: Visit downtown Mar 07
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Downtown San Antonio continues to rebound economically as the impact of the pandemic has subsided and more people return to work. From the University of Texas San Antonio Downtown Campus expansion…

Fantastic for Foodies Nov 19
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Fantastic for Foodies

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November 18, 2021 | Nancy Mueller Whether coordinating an in-person, virtual or hybrid meeting, planners know that one survey item can make or break the success of an event: F&B. With that in mind…

Hosting NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament Apr 01
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Our Destination Experience team launched a Basketball Bracket Challenge to excite and engage clients with a little friendly competition. This effort coincided with San Antonio hosting the historic…

Texas Independence Day Virtual Beer Tasting Mar 01
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On March 1, Visit San Antonio celebrated this year’s Texas Independence Day with an interactive beer tasting presented by Alamo Beer Company, Encore and PRA. The virtual event featured behind the…

Happy Valentine's Day Feb 02
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Happy Valentine's Day

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From the Sales and Experience Team, wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day from “Deep in the Heart.” Click to feel the love from San Antonio. https://vimeo.com/507711233/2a6ac0f3b9…

Lunch & Learn with Caliente Hot Glass Dec 11
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On November 19, Visit San Antonio, along with PSAV and our special guests from Caliente Hot Glass, hosted a Lunch & Learn and a live demonstration of the art of glass blowing. In case you missed it…

Family Lunch & Learn with The Witte Museum Aug 21
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On August 13, The Witte Museum and Visit San Antonio, along with PSAV, hosted a fun and educational lunch and learn titled “Dressing for the Job.” Demonstrations by the talented Vaquero Josh include…

Burgers & Bourbon Virtual Cooking Class Aug 04
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On July 23, Visit San Antonio joined the team at Pedrotti's Ranch, along with PSAV, for a bourbon fueled cooking demo. This savory lunch and learn featured everything you need to know about grilling…

Flavors of San Antonio: Virtual Cooking Class Jun 30
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On June 3, Marriott and Visit San Antonio, along with PSAV, hosted a virtual cooking class to share some of the fantastic flavors of San Antonio. Accomplished Marriott Chefs Brett Rea and Benjamin…

ASAE Welcomes Visit San Antonio as New Strategic Partner May 11
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When the Time is Right

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We will be here waiting for you! We will be here when the time is right. Stay safe and be well. We can’t wait to see you in San Antonio soon! https://vimeo.com/402325188…

Meet the Sales Staff: Kristy Hernandez Dec 20
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We snagged a few moments with Kristy Hernandez, one of the Visit San Antonio Destination Sales Managers. She gave us the inside scoop on where to get a great margarita in town and why San Antonio is…

Visit San Antonio Named a Top Workplace for 2019 Oct 09
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SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 10, 2019) – The public-private nonprofit Visit San Antonio, the sales and marketing arm for the City of San Antonio, has been selected by its employees as a Top Workplace for 2019…

Your fall adventure awaits in San Antonio Oct 09
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Experience a Celebration of Life Día de los Muertos, or "Day of the Dead" is a tradition-filled, lively celebration of deceased loved ones. The spirit of this tradition lives throughout San…

Meet the Experience Staff: Molly Hernandez Jun 21
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We sat down to chat with Molly Hernandez, one of our Destination Experience Managers, to talk about her favorite places to enjoy happy hour and why San Antonio is the perfect place to host an event.

Start Your Summer Adventure in San Antonio Jun 03
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Make Your Summer Spectacular in San Antonio Check out The Witte Museum and Survival: The Exhibition. Experience the Texas Folklife Festival. Explore our Spanish missions, Texas' first UNESCO…

Meet the Experience Staff: Karen Bippert Mar 21
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We caught up with Karen Bippert, one of our Destination Experience Managers here at Visit San Antonio to chat about her love for the Alamo City and what her favorite Saturday activities are.

Discover all that's new in San Antonio Feb 25
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What's New in San Antonio? Check out what's new and exciting in San Antonio. From San Pedro Creek Culture Park, to exciting new rides at area theme parks, the new San Antonio Commanders…

Meet the Experience Staff: Michelle Moon Feb 05
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We had some time with Michelle Moon, Visit San Antonio’s Director of Destination Experience and Engagement, to chat about why she loves San Antonio and where she takes her girls on the weekends.

Meet the Sales Staff: Tyler Orwig Jan 08
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Visit San Antonio’s Director of Sales, Tyler Orwig, took a few moments with us to share his favorite San Antonio taco joint and why the Alamo City is perfect for your next event. Tyler & his…

Meet the Sales Staff: Elissa Nava Sep 13
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We snagged some time with Elissa Nava, one of the Visit San Antonio National Sales Managers. She gave us the scoop on where to get the best edamame in the Alamo City and why you should host your next…

Meet the Sales Staff: Amanda Ciarlone Sep 04
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We were able to get some time with Amanda Ciarlone, one of Visit San Antonio’s National Sales Managers to gain insights on her favorite parts of the city and why she thinks it is the perfect spot for…

Meet the Sales Staff: Adrienne Nudo Jul 31
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Adrienne Nudo is one of Visit San Antonio’s Senior Sales Managers and has the unique opportunity to represent our city all the way in Chicago, IL. We grabbed a few minutes with her to learn more…

Meet the Sales Staff: Erin Sheehy-Campbell Jul 29
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We caught up with Erin Sheehy-Campbell, one of Visit San Antonio’s National Sales Managers to chat about the local farmers market scene and why San Antonio is the perfect destination for any meeting.

Meet the Sales Staff: Néstor Núñez Jul 06
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We sat down with Néstor Núñez, one of the Senior Sales Managers here at Visit San Antonio, to get a feel for what his favorite bike trails are and why San Antonio is perfect for your next event.

Meet the Sales Staff: Troy Love May 31
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We chatted with Troy Love, one of Visit San Antonio’s Senior Sales Managers. He gave us some insight into why San Antonio is the perfect place for any event, and where he likes to grab BBQ on the…

Meet the Sales Staff: Mario Bass May 16
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We sat down with Mario Bass, Visit San Antonio’s very own Vice President of Sales & Services, to get a feel for some of his favorite things about the Countdown City and where to hit your next golf…

Meet the Sales Staff: Andrea Harrington May 06
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We took a few minutes to sit down with Andrea Harrington, one of Visit San Antonio’s National Sales Managers, to get the scoop on her favorite places in the city, and why you should plan your next…

Meet the Sales Staff: Alysia Roden Apr 22
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We chatted with Alysia Roden, Visit San Antonio’s Associate Director of Sales, to find out which of her favorite hidden gems in the city you should visit next time you’re here. Alysia with the…

Meet the Sales Staff: Sean Massay Apr 08
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We sat down with Sean Massay, one of Visit San Antonio’s Senior Sales Managers to get a feel for some of his favorite parts of San Antonio, and why you should host your event here. Sean hiking…

Meet the Sales Staff: Summer Davey Mar 20
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We sat down with Summer Davey, Visit San Antonio’s Associate Director of Sales in our Washington, D.C. Office to learn more about her love of the city and why she thinks that you should host your…

What’s New

When you plan a meeting in San Antonio, you’re crafting an unforgettable attendee experience that stretches beyond the conference room. And since San Antonio is a city of constant transformation, with new…

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Events Calendar

Plan ahead to experience festive, culturally-rich, and family-friendly events you won’t want to miss on your next visit to San Antonio. Browse our calendar listings below to learn more.