'Tis the Season for Holiday Family Fun

Unforgettable Holy Jolly Memories are in San Antonio

San Antonio shines bright during the holiday season. Make plans to experience the city at its finest, adorned with twinkling lights and jam-packed with festive food, shopping, and cultural events, for a holiday experience that is second to none. Plan your getaway today, and don’t forget the hot cocoa.

Catch the River Walk Holiday Lights

Once the River Walk holiday lights are lit, downtown San Antonio's holiday spirit is unbeatable. Join us for the Ford Holiday River Parade the day after Thanksgiving, where we countdown to the official lighting of the River Walk holiday lights.

Can't make it to our Ford Holiday River Parade? No worries, the holiday magic of the twinkling River Walk lights stays with us nightly through the first week of January. Take a leisurely stroll admiring the lights, or hop aboard a Go Rio River Cruise for holiday-themed, narrated tours of the River Walk.

Over 100,000 holiday lights line the trees on the river this time of year!

River Walk lit up with holiday lights and river barges

San Antonio Attractions Go Big This Holiday Season

SeaWorld San Antonio Christmas Celebration

Browse the sights of more than 9 million lights – Texas's largest Christmas light display – at SeaWorld San Antonio’s Christmas Celebration. Enjoy Christmas-themed shows, holiday light displays, festive foods, and a visit with Santa Claus.

Lightscape San Antonio Botanical Garden

Lightscape at the San Antonio Botanical Garden

Lightscape at the San Antonio Botanical Garden is an immersive experience full of captivating light displays along with an opportunity to roast s’mores and enjoy festive food and drinks.

Christmas at the Caverns at Natural Bridge Caverns

Experience holiday cheer in the great outdoors at Natural Bridge’s Christmas at the Caverns. Listen to your favorite Christmas carols echo through the caverns; or, help Santa find his reindeer in an outdoor maze. And, don’t forget to take a hayride through the hills and s’mores at the finish line.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas Holiday in the Park

Make lasting memories at Six Flags Fiesta Texas Holiday in the Park. A winter wonderland theme takes over the park, complete with theme rides, family photo ops, visits with Santa, interactive, holiday-themed shows, and Christmas shopping booths.

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San Antonio Zoo Lights

For a wild time, get merry and bright with Zoo Lights at San Antonio Zoo. Experience twinkling lights while enjoying hot cocoa and exploring exhibits. Don’t miss the Lakeside Lightshow to top off your evening with dancing lights, music and loads of fun!

Rotary Ice Rink

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Make it a winter wonderland at Rotary Ice Rink located in Travis Park and while you're there, stop by the Christmas tree, across from the historic St. Anthony Hotel or take in the shining display of lights on Houston Street before heading out to Holidays on Houston!

Plan Your Holiday Getaway Today

Add a little Alamo city magic to your holiday season and join us for festive celebrations. Plan your trip now!

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