There’s nothing quite like the Texas Cavaliers River Parade. Festive music fills the air and vibrant floats pass by as thousands watch from the banks of the San Antonio River. This one-of-a-kind parade started in 1941 after a group of Texas Cavaliers witnessed boats and barges decorated with flowers in the “floating gardens” of Mexico...
This FREE, official Fiesta event features Mariachi bands and Folklorico dancers from local schools along the San Antonio River Walk. This three-day event is the perfect time to sit outside, sip a margarita (as if you needed an excuse), and enjoy the music and dancing as these talented groups float by. The tradition began in...
Are you ready for our 2nd Annual Pride River Parade & Celebration? The Bud Light Pride River Parade was created by Visit San Antonio to promote the city’s inclusion, encouragement and support of the LGBTQ+ community to live openly with equal rights. Bud Light Pride Celebration & Stage Entertainment | 1-5PM Join us at La...
This free parade is dedicated to the men and women in all branches of the United States Armed Forces and features patriotically decorated floats carrying all branches of military personnel and numerous businesses and nonprofits that honor and support the active and retired military. View the parade for free from throughout the downtown section of the River Walk. Please make a reservation at your favorite River...
Downtown River Walk (2 ½ mile downtown area) Throughout the 2 1/2 miles in the downtown area of the River Walk. Six boats float on the river each night carrying a different group each hour performing live Christmas Carols. More than 185 school, church, company, and civic choral groups participate each year. Joyous caroling fills...
Downtown River Walk (2 ½ mile downtown area) Experience the holiday serenity of the River Walk as you stroll along the lush banks of the San Antonio River guided by more than 2,000 Luminarias. This century’s old tradition begins at dusk Friday, Saturday & Sunday only for three weekends in December ember. Luminarias are a...
River Walk Extension (on Chamber of Commerce sidewalk & close to Shops at Rivercenter) Vendors display and sell beautiful handmade merchandise along the San Antonio River Walk. Artisans are different for each show but usually include pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork and more.