Festivals
in San Antonio, TX

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The Texas Institute of Cultures invites you to our annual Asian Festival held in February.

Buy your tickets in advance so you don't miss out on authentic cuisine from Japan, Korea, Laos, Thailand, the Philippines, and more. While you're here, enjoy traditional Asian dances and performances on our stage. Watch cooking demonstrations, have your palm read, and shop the wide assortment of crafts and gifts.

(210) 434-2340

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Come to the Don Strange Ranch between Thanksgiving through New Years to see the most dazzling holiday entertainment in the San Antonio area.

Drive through or take a hayride under the lights and see over two miles of Christmas lights to enhance your holiday mood. When done, stop by Santa's Village for holiday flavors, food, and even more fun.

Christmas wouldn't be complete without seeing the Christmas Light Fest!

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Culinaria brings out the best foods of San Antonio. Come springtime, join us for the many festivals and events Culinaria hosts to showcase the rich cultural heritage of San Antonio through food and wine.

Coupled with 5Ks, food competitions, and music, Culinaria Festivals & Events are a can't-miss experience for the foodie in you.

Check our schedule to get the latest on tickets, times and locations.

(210) 207-8614

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Located in the historic La Villita District, Día de Los Muertos honors those who have passed with dancing, music, art, and food.

This October, come visit San Antonio for a truly unique Día de Los Muertos Celebration. Don't miss out on the live altar, poetry contest, original artwork, live music, and food!

Check out the schedule for a lineup of vendors, artists, and music set for this year's Día de Los Muertos Celebration in La Villita.

(210) 207-6000

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For the experienced and novice photographer alike, FOTOSEPTIEMBRE celebrates photography and photographic art every September.

Started in San Antonio, FOTOSEPTIEMBRE showcases photography and photographic artwork from around the world. Exhibits are located not only in San Antonio but in cities around the country.

Visit our website to find times, locations, and how to participate in this eclectic art festival like no other!

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Every April San Antonio has a city-wide party called Fiesta.

This "party with a purpose" brings together San Antonians, as well as plenty of guests from out-of-town, to honor the rich, cultural heritage that makes this city great.

From parades to concerts to food to medals to beauty pageants, Fiesta San Antonio is one party you want to be at!

Check the schedule for events, dates, locations, and where to get your party swag.

(830) 534-8983

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Mark your calendar for the second weekend in October to attend the Floresville Peanut Festival.

Visit scenic Floresville for an exciting weekend filled with fun for the whole family. Watch the parade, play games, visit the beer garden, listen to live music, and of course, enjoy the food - of which there is plenty of.

(830) 629-5077

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Visit Gruene, TX, home to the Gruene Music & Wine Fest held in October. 

This festival celebrates Texas and Americana music. Enjoy the music, food, and crafts with German and New World Wines in the quaint little town of Gruene. Remember to taste the specialty beers on tap!

Only those 21 and up are admitted with a ticket purchase.

(210) 212-8423

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Hosted by the San Antonio Parks Foundation. Jazz'SALive is a free jazz concert for all to enjoy!

Bring your dancing shoes to Travis Park this September and enjoy local and national jazz artists.

View our calendar to see who's coming, when they're playing, and how to get VIP seats for any performance.

(210) 721-1670

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Representing a diverse San Antonio, Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival connects artists with a worldwide audience.

Conceived to stimulate artistic and economic development, Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival brings artists from multiple mediums to showcase their work throughout San Antonio. Our arts festival covers three days of free and ticketed events for patrons to see new and innovative art in person.

Seize this opportunity to either present your passion to a wider audience or witness something amazing for the first time at Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival.

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Just south of San Antonio is Poteet, TX, a small town recognized as the "Strawberry Capital of Texas."

The Poteet Strawberry Festival, held annually in April, features 14 areas of continuous entertainment. Nationally known Tejano, country, and western music stars perform while you enjoy the Texas sun.

There's also a rodeo, contests, and much, much more for the whole family to enjoy!

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From the beginner beer brewer to the full-on beer geek, San Antonio Beer Festival is your week to celebrate - with beer.

Showcasing independent craft and small brewers, the San Antonio Beer Festival is a chance to take stock of the industry not only here in San Antonio, but in the rest of the country.

So, kick back, pour yourself a cold one, and enjoy the party! Check our calendar to make sure you don't miss out.

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For the coffee-lover and the average coffee drinker, the San Antonio Coffee Festival has a brew just for you! From regular to blended tastes to coffee cocktails, take a sip of the wonderful drink that does more than just wake you up in the morning.

Held at La Villita during the beginning of the year, this festival brings in local coffee growers, roasters, and artisans as they prepare samples from around the world. Learn all about coffee in this community atmosphere as you find common ground with those around you.

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Held annually in February, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo takes over the AT&T Center, the Freeman Coliseum and everywhere in-between.

Voted PRCA's Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year for 13 consecutive years, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is more than just a rodeo. Every year there's a full list of concerts with bands and performers that everyone will love.

Gift and craft shops feature something for the whole family. That's not even half of what you can see and experience at the show and rodeo.

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Finding a good taco in San Antonio isn't a problem. Finding the best taco? That is a problem. Luckily there are about 30 tasty solutions available at Taco Fest.

Enjoy live music and entertainment as you search for the best taco at Taco Fest.

(210) 271-3151

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Come experience the best Conjunto Bands for yourself at the Tejano Conjunto Festival. Held at the Guadalupe Cultural Center in downtown San Antonio, the Tejano Conjunto Festival features concerts, accordion wars, and a Hall Of Fame induction ceremony.

With both free and ticketed events, the Tejano Conjunto Festival is a cultural experience you can't miss.

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On the first Monday of Fiesta, you'll find the Texas Cavaliers' River Parade floating down the San Antonio River Walk. The Texas Cavaliers spend the year raising money for local charities in San Antonio. Their hard work culminates with this parade to honor their tireless efforts to help the local community.

Reserve your spot today to make sure you get to see this amazing parade for yourself.

(210) 458-2300

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For three days in June, the Texas Folklife Festival celebrates diversity through authentic ethnic cuisine, music, dance, arts, and crafts from the many countries that make up the rich heritage of Texas.

Located in the Texas Institute of Cultures on the grounds of UTSA's Hemifair Campus, the Texas Folklife Festival allows you to experience new cultures in person. 

Get your tickets today so you can experience the shared history of Texas and how you are part of a much bigger tapestry.

(830) 625-9167

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For ten days in November, New Braunfels, TX, is transformed into WURSTFEST!

Come on over and enjoy authentic Alpine and Bavarian-style entertainment whilst tasting local craft brews as well as German domestic beers. Enjoy food, games, carnival rides, and be ready to dance the polka!