Holidays on Houston Street Happenings!

Downtown San Antonio shines bright this holiday season! Stroll over five festive blocks of Houston Street, from Legacy Park to the Alamo, and enjoy twinkling lights, dazzling decorations, lively entertainment, and delightful treats from local restaurants, shops, and partners. Don’t miss out!

Friday, November 22nd

Celebrate the season at the Rotary Ice Rink Opening at Travis Park! Sip on complimentary cocoa, enjoy festive entertainment, and experience a 100% chance of snow flurries as we kick things off with Mayor Ron Nirenberg.

Friday, November 29th

The 43rd Annual Ford Holiday River Parade returns with this year’s enchanting theme, Toy Box Adventures! Enjoy 27 dazzling illuminated floats, 5 entertainment floats, and over 100,000 holiday lights (2,250 strands) that light up the River Walk from sundown to sunrise through the New Year’s weekend.

Tuesday, December 3rd

Join us on Houston Street between Navarro and North St. Mary’s for a festive evening of food and drink from the street’s diverse restaurants and bars. Dine together at two block-long communal tables under the sparkling holiday lights, and celebrate the season in the heart of downtown San Antonio!

Saturday, December 7th

Get ready for holiday cheer on Houston Street as the San Antonio Coffee Festival presents Hot Holidays on Houston Street! Sip and savor the season with cozy drinks like coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cider, and more deliciously warm treats in this festive evening celebration.

Friday, December 13th - Sunday, December 15th

Stroll through a festive holiday market filled with artisan crafts, tasty treats, candles, and clothing from local artists. Enjoy cheerful carolers, dazzling photo ops, and sparkling holiday lights as you soak up all the seasonal magic of downtown San Antonio!

Tuesday, December 17th

Run to the holidays with the HOH Fun Run, starting and ending at Travis Park with a festive after-party! Runners and walkers will enjoy the holiday charm of historic Houston Street decked out for the season. Prizes await the top 3 male and female finishers, and all 5K participants will earn a medal. Plus, the first 1,000 to register will snag a special edition Holidays on Houston beanie!