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| Downtown Traffic & Parking Updates - Know Before You Go!
Downtown can get busy during the holidays, so make a plan. There are numerous street closures in the downtown area as well as the potential for heavy traffic with many large events taking place throughout the holiday season. Take public transportation, ride-share, taxis, bike, walk, or consult Google Maps or Waze before you leave. Visit the City’s Know Before You Go Downtown website for helpful resources and parking information.
If you choose to drive, give yourself plenty of time and plan where you will park in advance. Check out the City's SAPark website for easy, convenient, and affordable parking!
Know Before You Go Downtown
City Parking Map
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| Holiday Lights on the River Walk
Photo courtesy of Visit San Antonio
On through January 13, 2025, FREE
We invite you to experience the spectacular display of over 200,000 lights draped over the towering bald cypress trees that line the River Walk. Visiting the River Walk to enjoy the spectacular holiday lights is free. The River Walk is a public park and is open every day of the year, 24-hours a day.
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| San Antonio Holidays on Houston Street
Through January 2, 2025
Downtown San Antonio sparkles this holiday season with Holidays on Houston Street! Visit over five blocks of Houston Street, from Legacy Park to the Alamo, where you'll be greeted with the magic of twinkling lights and large, festive decorations, entertainers, and special offerings from restaurants, shops, and partners.
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| Holidays on Houston Cocktail Crawl
This self-guided tour runs through January 1
Join us on Houston Street throughout the month of December for the Holidays on Houston Cocktail Crawl! Enjoy signature holiday-themed libations at your favorite bars and restaurants on Houston Street through a self-guided bar crawl; just visit any participating bar and pick up a Cocktail Crawl map to get started!
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| Holidays on Houston Street Market
Friday, December 13 - Sunday, December 15
Houston Street between Jefferson and the Alamo
Experience a holiday market featuring carefully curated artisan crafts, delectable treats, candles, and clothing by local artists. Enjoy carolers, festive photo ops, and holiday lights in the sky as you explore all of the holiday magic that downtown San Antonio has to offer!
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| Holidays on Houston Fun Run & 5K
The City of San Antonio presents the second annual Holidays on Houston Fun Run! Holidays on Houston brings nostalgic, holiday fun to historic downtown San Antonio throughout the holiday season with festive lights, family-friendly events, a holiday market, outdoor movies, and other activations. The Fun Run will showcase holiday lights on Houston Street.
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| San Antonio Coffee Festival Presents Hot Holidays on Houston Street
Rescheduled to Friday, December 20, 5-9 p.m., purchase tickets
The San Antonio Coffee Festival introduces Hot Holidays on Houston Street, a new evening event celebrating the season’s favorite sips and treats. Houston Street in downtown San Antonio will be buzzing with holiday cheer attendees stroll along Houston Street from the historic Alameda Theater to the vibrant Frost Bank Promenade, enjoying holiday lights and sampling a curated collection of seasonal drinks.
Purchase Tickets
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| Rotary Ice Rink at Travis Park
Open through January 5, 2025
The Rotary Ice Rink, presented by Valero, is back through January 5, 2025! Visit the coolest place in town and enjoy the festivities in Travis Park.
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| H-E-B Christmas Tree at Travis Park
Photo Credit: H-E-B Newsroom
Enjoy a spectacular holiday light display every evening through January 7, 2025
Adorned with more than 10,000 lights and custom-made ornaments, the tree is H-E-B’s gift to the city. Travis Park is decorated with holiday lights across the park. Affordable, nearby parking is available in the St. Mary's Garage, 205 E. Travis St.
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| Choose Joy! Holiday Yoga with Mobile Om
Tuesday, December 10, 6 p.m., FREE
Unroll your mat in the heart of downtown San Antonio for a JOY-ful and festive yoga flow beneath the twinkling holiday lights at Travis Park. Free parking after 5 p.m. in the St. Mary’s Garage for Downtown Tuesday.
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| Gran Tamalada
Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., FREE
Join us at La Gran Tamalada for a cultural tradition at Historic Market Square hosted by La Familia Cortez Restaurant! At this family-friendly event, learn the history and traditions of tamales, enjoy storytelling, take photos with Pancho Claus, and Abuelita hot chocolate sampling and giveaways, and listen to live music!
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| Holiday Crafts: Paint a Wreath
Saturday, December 21, 1-2:30 p.m., FREE
Kids 12 and under are invited to unleash their creativity and design a festive wooden wreath to take home. All materials will be provided. Seating is limited; sign up online.
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Sign Up Online
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| Holiday Night Market
Saturday, December 21 and Sunday, December 22, 4-7 p.m., FREE
Celebrate the season and support local store owners at the Market Square Holiday Night Market. Browse 100+ local shops and vendors, offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, and delicious treats. Enjoy festive decor, live music, and holiday cheer in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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| Market Square Weekend Programming
Every Weekend in December; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., FREE
Enjoy music, working artists, and food booths at Market Square every weekend!
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| The Pass at Market Square
Open daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., FREE
The Pass at Market Square is a recreation area located at the IH-35 elevated highway underpass between Dolorosa and Commerce streets. It features a family-friendly recreation area that includes a basketball court, ping pong tables, swing chairs and tables, murals, and more. The Pass is free and open to the public daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Paid parking is available nearby in the Market Square Lot, 612 W. Commerce St. Guests can reserve sports equipment by contacting the Market Square Team at 210-207-8600.
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| La Villita Market Days
Every Saturday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., FREE
La Villita Market Days transforms Maverick Plaza into a vibrant, open-air marketplace featuring local artisans, craftspeople, and food vendors. Visitors to this free event will enjoy unique arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations, guest artists at work on their craft, live music and performing dance troupes.
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| Holiday in the Village
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., FREE
You are invited to the annual Holiday in the Village for unique hand-crafted items, art, and jewelry created by local artists and artisans. There is something for everyone on your gift list! Enjoy holiday food options, live music, theater performances, gingerbread house workshop, cookie decorating, face painting, kids’ zone, letters to Santa, and more!
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| Carols by Candlelight
Sunday, December 15, 5-8:30 p.m., FREE
Share in the Christmas spirit with the annual Carols by Candlelight hosted by Mission Point Christian Church. This free concert will highlight some of your favorite seasonal carols at the Arneson River Theatre.
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| TubaMeister Holiday Concert
Photo Credit: Claudia Pegues Barlow
Saturday, December 21, 12-1 p.m., FREE
Local favorites, the TubaMeisters, present their annual Christmas concert at the Arneson River Theatre featuring holiday tunes played by tuba, euphonium, and baritone horn players.
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| Ricos River Rally
Thursday, December 26, 5 p.m., FREE
The San Antonio River Walk plays host to college football’s most unique pep rally to celebrate the Valero Alamo Bowl. While the head coaches, team captains, and cheerleaders take part in a spirited pep rally at the Arneson River Theatre on the River Walk, the school bands and the rest of the players excite the crowd by making a grand entrance on river cruisers.
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| Chanukah on the River
Monday, December 30, 4-6 p.m., FREE
In celebration of Chanukah, the Chabad Center for Jewish Life and Learning hosts their annual Chanukah on the River event. This event will feature local entertainers, food and a lighting of a menorah at the Arneson River Theatre.
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| Celebrate SA: San Antonio's Official New Year's Eve Celebration
Tuesday, December 31, 6 p.m. - 12 a.m., FREE
Ring in the new year at Celebrate SA, the City’s official New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown produced by the San Antonio Parks Foundation and the City of San Antonio. Enjoy live music, carnival rides, food and drinks, and a fireworks show at midnight!
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| Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Antonio
This December, immerse yourself in a vibrant and proud city with more than 300 years of history, and get a firsthand view of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Explore San Antonio's holiday magic, vibrant cultures, fresh new attractions, and one-of-a-kind food.
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Street Closures
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| Noche Buena at Main Plaza
Saturday, December 7, 4-9 p.m., FREE
Main Plaza, 115 N. Main Ave.
The Main Plaza Conservancy hosts its 14th Annual Noche Buena at Main Plaza, an enchanting evening at the Heart of the City™. Enjoy sweet treats, warm drinks, and the spirit of the season. Kids will get free hot chocolate and a free Christmas ornament decoration activity at the Main Plaza Conservancy booth while supplies last.
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| Holiday Movies by Moonlight at Hemisfair
Tuesday, December 10 & 17, 6-9 p.m., FREE
Hemisfair Civic Park, 210 S. Alamo St.
Enjoy festive holiday movies during Holiday Movies By Moonlight at Hemisfair! Downtown Tuesday free parking is available after 5 p.m. at the S. Alamo St. Surface Lot (418 S. Alamo St.) and the Martinez St. Surface Lot (309 Martinez St.).
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| Lunch Break on Houston Street
Thursday, December 19, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Make your way to Houston Street for food trucks and music in front of the Majestic Theatre!
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New finds await at La Villita Historic Arts Village!
Located in the heart of downtown, La Villita offers over 15 unique boutiques, art galleries, and dining experiences.
La Villita Website
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Find everything you need at Historic Market Square!
With over 100 locally owned shops, you’ll find cultural curios, artifacts, hand-crafted leather goods, and a diverse collection of traditional apparel at Historic Market Square.
Market Square Website
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| Visit Centro de Artes at Historic Market Square!
"Dining with Rolando Briseño: A 50 Year Retrospective" exhibit on display through February 9, 2025
FREE
The first retrospective devoted to Rolando Briseño and his prolific career dating back to 1966. Curated by Ruben Cordova, the exhibition features 75 work grouped into ten thematic sections featuring drawings, lithographs, paintings, photographs, and work in the public art space. The unifying focus of the exhibition is food – from the literal (tablescapes and dining habits) to the metaphorical (cultural mixing and the structure of the universe).
Centro de Artes Gallery, located in Historic Market Square, 101 S. Santa Rosa Ave.
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Getting around downtown is now easier with VIA Link! It’s only $1.30 per ride in its newest downtown zone.
More Information
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Visit our map to check rates, directions, accessibility, and EV charging stations at City of San Antonio public parking garages & lots near you.
Parking Map Link
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Downtown Tuesday offers FREE parking in city-operated meters, lots, and garages, on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Note: Free parking is suspended in the Houston Street Garage on Majestic Theatre show nights. With the exception of major Broadway shows and sold-out performances, free parking is available on most Majestic Theatre show nights in the nearby St. Mary’s Garage, 205 E. Travis St.
(Some exclusions apply. Please check the Downtown Tuesday website for more information.)
Downtown Tuesday Website
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Free Parking at City Tower on Sundays!
City Tower Sundays offers free parking on Sundays from 7 a.m. to midnight at the City Tower Garage located at 60 N. Flores St. Entrances to the garage are on Main Street and Flores Street. For directions, please view our parking map. For more information and additional affordable parking opportunities, visit our SAPark website.
(City Tower Garage Only)
City Tower Sunday Website
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