Southside/Southtown San Antonio Fiesta 2022 Events

Fiesta time is days away! And though most of us head to the downtown area or other parts of town to engage in the festivities, some of us like to stay in our Southside neighborhood. Here is a list of Southside and Southtown San Antonio Fiesta 2022 events you can enjoy with the family:

Mission Reach Flotilla Festival – The Mission Reach Flotilla Festival is a free family-friendly event and known for the Flotilla Paddle and Costume Contest Parade, decorative watercraft contest, music, local food vendors, kid friendly activities, and arts and crafts. The fest is on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Mission County Park Trail head, 841 VFW Blvd San Antonio, TX 78214. The event brings awareness to the newly developed mission reach recreation project of the San Antonio River that includes hike and bike trails, pavilions, and other outdoor recreation amenities. For more information visit: http://www.sariverfoundation.org/flotilla 

Chanclas y Cervezas – Brooks introduces an all-new, one-of-a-kind celebration – Chanclas y Cerveza’s – just in time for Fiesta on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 from 5 to 10 p.m. at The Greenline Park. Chanclas y Cerveza’s will feature a variety of games and competitions that will put your chancla throwing, swinging and decorating skills to the test. This family-friendly event will also feature live entertainment, craft and activity stations, food booths and a selection of the finest cervezas from throughout San Antonio and around the world. Don’t miss your chance to become San Antonio’s chancla throwing champion. As an official Fiesta partnered event, the safety and well-being of all those on the Brooks campus is our top priority. Hand sanitizing stations and socially distanced seating can be found throughout the event. Face masks are strongly encouraged. No weapons of any kind are allowed inside of the event. All who live, work, learn, play and stay at Brooks are vested in the ideals of the common good, generosity and aspirational growth for the entire Brooks family. For more information visit: https://livebrooks.com/news/events

A Day in Old Mexico & Charreada – A Day in Old Mexico & Charreada is perfect for those who want to explore deep-rooted customs of a Charrera. (Charrera originated in 19th century as a way for the landed gentry to prepare horses and riders for war, it later evolved into an equestrian competition featuring horse reining, bull riding and artistic roping skills. Today’s charros wear the traditional clothes and use horse equipment as required by the Federation of Charros in Mexico.) The family-friendly event is on Sunday, April 3rd, 2022 from 11am – 6pm at Rancho del Charro on 6126 Padre Dr. San Antonio, TX 78214. Enjoy food and drinks, pony rides, Ballet Folklorico performers, and Mariachi music. The admission to the event is $20 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12. Cash only. For more information visit:  https://fiestasanantonio.org/events/day-old-mexico-charreada-2/

Celebrations of Traditions Pow Wow – Celebrations of Traditions Pow Wow is an official Fiesta event that provides all who attend, individuals and families, the opportunity to view and participate in the American Indian culture and traditions of dance and music at an official Native American Pow Wow. The pow wow promotes tribal traditions, culture and the opportunity for Native people to gather in celebrating their rich heritage with one another. Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 11am to 4pm at Mission County Park, 6030 Padre Drive San Antonio. The event is free and pet-friendly. For more information visit: https://fiestasanantonio.org/events/the-run-to-remember/

Fiesta De los Ninos – April 2nd, 2022 from 10am – 2pm at San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology, 102 Mabry Dr

PACfest- April 7th 12pm- 10pm at Palo Alto College 1400 W. Villaret Blvd.

Family-friendly event features food, games, social media alley, musical entertainment, and is home to Fiesta Grill down, a carne asada contest.  Bag Restrictions | For more information: https://www.alamo.edu/pac/pacfest. Tickets available on-site and online.

Festival de Cascarones April 10th – 1pm – 8 pm at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, One University Way.

Celebrate the finale of Fiesta San Antonio with Texas A&M University-San Antonio’s! The culmination of the city’s most vibrant celebration of culture will take place at one of the fastest-growing universities in the state.

• This is a free event on the university’s beautiful campus for a day of fun and excitement with live music and family-friendly activities. It will truly be a spectacle as the University continues the annual Cascarones smash!
• Texas A&M University-San Antonio is the first four-year institution of higher education located in the heart of South San Antonio. They are excited about our growth and look forward to supporting the San Antonio community. Parking and admission is FREE!

Contact information: (210) 784-JAGS | Festival@tamusa.edu | Festivaldecascarones.com

Pet-friendly event. Admission is free. Bag restrictions – Backpacks for baby and medical necessities only.

King William Fair – April 9th – 9am-6pm – King William Historic District, 122 Madison St.

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