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Celebrated on the grounds of the UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures, the Texas Folklife Festival celebrates diversity through authentic ethnic cuisine, music, dance, arts, and crafts from many countries that make up the rich heritage of Texas.

Discover a world within a world immersed in green space with a river running through it and a charming passenger train encircling the lush grounds at Brackenridge Park. Enjoy family gatherings under the shade trees, drive through the low water crossing, and ride the paddle boats on the river as you create new memories and relive old ones at your own pace and leisure.

Enjoy an intimate, immersive experience at Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling, one of the top-rated tours that offer tastings, private events, and bottle sales. Discover how they make their delicious beer and bourbon, and you will get to try three generous samples of their products. The tasting room allows you to experience their beer, whiskey, and handcrafted cocktails. In need of a private event? Dinner parties, corporate employee outings, sales meetings, and holiday parties are provided with handcrafted beer, cocktails, catering, and entertainment.