\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFiesta is one of San Antonio\u2019s biggest festivals throughout the year, drawing in over 2.5 million visitors over the 10-day celebration, according to the nonprofit organization\u2019s official website.<\/p>\n
The yearly Miss Fiesta<\/a> award and 2026 Fiesta poster were revealed Feb. 3.<\/p>\n The event celebrates the cultural and historical heritage of San Antonio, with several concerts, parades, festivals and more taking place throughout the holiday.<\/p>\n This year\u2019s Fiesta<\/a> will take place between April 16-26. Some events are free to attend, while others may require preregistration or tickets for entry. To see a full schedule of events and ticket information, check out Fiesta\u2019s official website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.<\/p>\n Live music and dance<\/p>\n Chaparral Music & Heritage Festival<\/p>\n This country music festival\u2014hosted by the San Antonio Parks Foundation\u2014helps to raise money for parks and public areas throughout the city.<\/p>\n Fiesta Square and Round Dance<\/p>\n Participate in themed square and round dancing sessions hosted by the local Alamo Area Square and Round Dance Association.<\/p>\n Fiesta Jazz Festival<\/p>\n The jazz festival showcases over 500 middle, high school and college jazz performers and aspiring musicians throughout the state of Texas.<\/p>\n Parades and carnivals<\/p>\n Fiesta Fiesta<\/p>\n The annual opening ceremony for Fiesta will feature remarks from municipal officials, a parade, live music, food vendors and more.<\/p>\n Fiesta Carnival<\/p>\n The carnival will feature a variety of traditional fair rides, games, entertainment and food throughout the entire 10-day event.<\/p>\n Texas Cavaliers River Parade<\/p>\n The floating parade will feature stylized boats from several community organizations, groups, schools, cities and more.<\/p>\n 135th annual Battle of Flowers Parade<\/p>\n The founding event of Fiesta, the iconic parade, is run entirely by women. It will feature carriages, antique cars, balloons and local band students among 10,000 participants.<\/p>\n Fiesta Flambeau Parade<\/p>\n This illuminated night parade showcases lighted floats and torches from local organizations throughout downtown.<\/p>\n Special events<\/p>\n Fiesta Oyster Bake <\/p>\n The annual festival features carnival rides, seafood, live music, local vendors and more on the historic St. Mary’s University campus.<\/p>\n