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| Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive
FREE
Saturday, February 3, 10:50 a.m.
Step back in time to celebrate our historic Texas roots and kick-off the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo! The parade route runs through historic Houston Street and features a cattle drive of Texas longhorns, mounted infantry groups, authentic wagons, and heritage organizations that come together to participate in a display of the western heritage and local culture of San Antonio and Texas. For more information, please visit the event website.
The parade begins at the staging area at I-35 and Houston Street in downtown San Antonio and ends on Avenue E at the Alamo.
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| San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Stampede 5K Run/Walk
Registration Required
Saturday, February 3, 9:30 a.m.
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Stampede 5K Run/Walk takes place on the streets of historic downtown San Antonio, starting and ending at Milam Park. After participating in the Stampede 5K, stick around to watch the Western Heritage Cattle Drive & Parade and enjoy great entertainment at the Vaquero Cook-Off at Historic Market Square! To register, visit the event website.
Milam Park, 201 W. Commerce St.
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| Western Heritage Vaquero Cook-Off
FREE
Friday, February 2 - Sunday, February 4, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Head to Market Square to enjoy some of the traditional staples of the vaqueros from the 1800s. Enjoy culinary offerings such as chili, menudo, and arroz con pollo as cook-off teams compete for the honor of grand champion. For more information, visit the Market Square website.
Market Square, 514 W. Commerce St.
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| Rodeo Round Up
FREE
Saturday, February 24 - Sunday, February 25, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Stop by Market Square to continue your Rodeo celebration with live bands, working artists, pop-up vendors, and a petting zoo! For more information, please visit the Market Square website.
Market Square, 514 W. Commerce St.
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| Market Square Weekend Programming
FREE
Every Weekend in February; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Enjoy music, working artists, and food booths at Market Square every weekend! For more information, please visit the Market Square event page.
Market Square, 514 W. Commerce St.
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| The Pass at Market Square
FREE
Open daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The Pass at Market Square is a new 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 City’s Arts & Culture Department worked with local artists to paint murals on the columns at The Pass that reflect the history of Market Square.
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.
The Pass at Market Square, located underneath the IH-35 elevated highway underpass between Dolorosa and Commerce streets
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| San Antonio 11th Annual Coffee Festival
Ticketed Event
Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (8 a.m. VIP early entrance)
Now in its 11th year, the San Antonio Coffee Festival is the city’s original celebration of coffee open to all coffee-lovers – offering the perfect grounds to share time together! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the event website. The St. Mary’s Garage is located just one block away from Travis Park at 205 E. Travis St. and offers affordable parking options. View parking map
Travis Park, 301 E. Travis St.
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| Mardi Gras River Parades & Celebration
FREE
Celebration: Saturday, February 10, 1-6 p.m., Arneson River Theatre
River Parades: Saturday, February 10, Museum Reach: 2 p.m., Downtown: 5 p.m.
Watch as the River Walk transforms into a floating Mardi Gras celebration! Live entertainment will be on stage at the Arneson River Theatre. Join us along the San Antonio River Walk to view a procession of 10-themed floats carrying costumed performers parade down the River. Celebrate Mardi Gras – San Antonio style! For more information, please visit the event website.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St. & River Walk
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| Fitness in the Plaza
FREE
Saturday, February 10, 9 a.m. & 10 a.m.
Unwind and reset with a free one-hour yoga class in La Villita’s Plaza Juarez. Join us for a relaxing session to find your inner calm, led by Marti Ewing Yoga Therapy. No cost; just bliss. Classes will be held at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. For more information and to reserve your spot, please visit the Facebook event page.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, Plaza Juarez, 418 Villita St.
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| Galentine's Day Celebration
FREE
Sunday, February 11, 12-4 p.m.
Join us at La Villita Historic Arts Village for our Galentine's Celebration! Bring your bestie for a free event at Capistrano Soap Company and enjoy DIY spa facials, artful love letters, champagne and nibbles, and a spa day gift drawing. For more information, please visit the La Villita website.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, 418 Villita St.
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| Craft Tuesday: Valentine's Day DIY
FREE
Tuesday, February 13, 5-7 p.m.
You’re invited to a free, family-friendly DIY event. All supplies provided – just bring yourself, your friends, and family. Come early to grab dinner in the Village, or you can purchase light bites and beverages from Prost Haus. Seating is limited. Downtown Tuesday free parking begins at 5 p.m. in City-owned lots and garages. For more information, please visit the Facebook event page.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, 418 Villita St.
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| Painting in the Plaza
FREE
Saturday, February 24, 1-3 p.m.
Enjoy a free two-hour painting class in La Villita’s Plaza Juarez led by local artist Tia Bailey (@artandamp). All supplies are provided. Registration is required and will be posted on the La Villita Facebook page.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, Plaza Juarez, 418 Villita St.
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| Dancing in the Dark
FREE
Tuesday, February 27, 6-8 p.m.
Looking for a fun, free date night? Join us for La Villita’s Dancing in the Dark series with line dancing lessons taught by professional dance instructor! Come a little early with your partner, friends, or by yourself to grab dinner in the Village, or you can purchase light bites and beverages from Prost Haus. Downtown Tuesday free parking begins at 5 p.m. in City-owned lots and garages. For more information, please visit the La Villita website.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, Plaza Juarez, 418 Villita St.
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| Lunch Break on Houston Street
FREE
Thursday, February 15 & Thursday, March 7 & 21, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Lunch Break on Houston Street is back! Join us on the first and third Thursday of the month for food trucks and music in front of the Majestic Theatre! For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.
In front of the Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston Street
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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. For more information on events, shopping and dining experiences visit their website.
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Find everything you need at 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. For a list of shops and hours, please visit Market Square's website.
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| Visit Centro de Artes at Historic Market Square!
FREE
You're invited to the opening reception for the next exhibitions: Millennial Lotería by California artists Mike Alfaro and Gerardo Guillén and Permanencia Voluntaria by Mexican artist Efedefroy (Froy Padilla Aragón) from Oaxaca. This event takes place at the Cetro de Artes Gallery in Historic Market Square on Thursday, February 8 from 6 to 9 p.m.. Enjoy light refreshments and drinks. This event is free and open to the public. The two separate, yet equally inspiring, exhibits will be on display to June 30, 2024.
Note: The Centro de Artes Gallery is closed until February 8 for installation of the exhibitions.
Centro de Artes Gallery, located in Historic Market Square, 101 S. Santa Rosa Ave.
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Visit our Know Before You Go website for more information, including traffic tips, street closures, and affordable parking options.
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Sign up for downtown street closure notices by subscribing to
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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.
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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.
Please remember that free parking is suspended at the Houston Street Garage on Majestic Theatre Performance Nights.
(Some exclusions apply. Please check our website for more information.)
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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 117 W. Commerce. Entrances to the garage are on Main Street and Flores Street. For directions, please view our parking map.
(City Tower Garage Only)
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