San Antonio Arboretum ready for its inaugural Fiesta event, despite not opening until 2028

San Antonians will have the chance to get their first look at the long-planned “outdoor living museum” before it welcomes regular visitors in a few years. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Arboretum, an in-development public garden that will focus on preservation and research once it opens, won’t regularly welcome its first public visitors until … Read more

Battle of Flowers Parade: It’s the Alamo City’s day off to celebrate everything that makes San Antonio great!

The 2026 parade steps off at about 10 a.m. Friday and winds several miles through downtown across several hours. SAN ANTONIO — The Battle of Flowers Parade is one of the oldest and BIGGEST Fiesta events, and it used to be one of the hottest, too, but organizers changed it to a morning start time … Read more

Fiesta Carnival slashes prices after rainouts, vendors hope to make up for lost time

After rain shut down the Fiesta Carnival for two days, organizers rolled out deep discounts Thursday on rides and food to bring crowds back. SAN ANTONIO — After days of rain washed out Fiesta fun, the Fiesta Carnival is trying to make a comeback — with deep discounts aimed at bringing crowds back before the … Read more

Newborns celebrating their first Fiesta at Methodist Hospital

Officials say the babies are ready to “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” their way into your hearts. SAN ANTONIO — Newborn babies are celebrating their first Fiesta in style in San Antonio! Methodist Hospital officials said they are marking the 135th Fiesta with cute babies dressed as colorful cascarones – a beloved and iconic symbol of … Read more

Fiesta carnival offering discount after rainy days hurt attendance

Rain dampened attendance at Fiesta Carnival, prompting a Thursday discount. Organizers aim to boost turnout for this vital fundraiser with affordable prices. SAN ANTONIO — The Fiesta Carnival is offering a deep discount in an attempt to increase attendance after organizers say days of rain early in the week resulted in lost revenue.  The discount … Read more

German flair meets Fiesta: Beethoven Männerchor kicks off Gartenfest

Fiesta gets a German twist at Beethoven Männerchor’s Gartenfest, with authentic food, live music and a celebration of San Antonio’s rich cultural heritage. SAN ANTONIO — A longstanding San Antonio tradition is once again bringing German culture to the heart of Fiesta — with music, beer and a sense of community that organizers say feels … Read more

Fiesta de los Reyes continues at Historic Market Square with new gate fee

Fiesta de los Reyes kicks off Friday at Historic Market Square with music, food, and dancing. New security measures and entry fees start later this weekend. SAN ANTONIO — One of Fiesta’s largest celebrations is underway at Historic Market Square, launching several days of music, food and dancing, along with some new changes for attendees. … Read more