SAN ANTONIO – The Bud Light St. Patrick’s River Parades & Celebrations take over the San Antonio River Walk this weekend.
Hosted by Visit San Antonio River Walk Operations and the Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas, the annual tradition features river dyeing, parades, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun.
River Dyeing
Saturday:
1–2 p.m. Downtown (starting at Mad Dogs)2:30–3:30 p.m. Museum Reach
Sunday:
River Parades
Saturday:
3–4 p.m. Museum Reach5:45–7:30 p.m. Downtown
Sunday:
2–6 p.m. Floating entertainment downtownSpecial Events6–6:30 p.m. Saturday — 2026 River Walk Royalty Coronation2:30–3:15 p.m. Sunday — Lucky Dog Fashion Show (Presented by McIntyre’s Southtown)Live Entertainment (1–6 p.m. daily)Fire on the MountainInishfree Irish DancersDublin OHHappy OutKelly Irish SingersOpen GateAudience gamesEmerald Run 5K (Saturday, March 14)2 p.m. — 5K start3:30 p.m. — Family WalkStart/Finish: Jones Ave & Avenue BRegistration: $30–$40 (5K), $25 Family WalkAdditional ActivitiesFestival at La VillitaArtisan vendorsCos House craft workshops (2 p.m. & 4 p.m. both days)Comment with Bubbles
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The River Walk will once again turn emerald green with 25 gallons of eco-friendly dye, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.