{"id":230925,"date":"2026-04-01T23:01:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T23:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/230925\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T23:01:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T23:01:08","slug":"how-to-choose-where-to-sit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/230925\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose where to sit?"},"content":{"rendered":"

SAN ANTONIO \u2013 Whether you like to camp out for free or lock in a guaranteed seat, there are plenty of options to be along the parade routes for the Battle of Flowers and Fiesta Flambeau.<\/p>\n

Some San Antonians say paying for seats is worth it \u2014 especially for families.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would pay only because you know, because of multiple kids,\u201d one woman said. \u201cI feel like camping out would be too much.\u201d<\/p>\n

Others say finding your own spot is part of the Fiesta tradition.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou don\u2019t pay for your tickets, you just find a spot on your own,\u201d another woman said. \u201cYeah, I never. I think it should always be free.\u201d<\/p>\n

For some people, seeing the reserved sections already set up is enough to make them want to buy in.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou see the chairs there, and you\u2019re like dang I wish I would\u2019ve sat here,\u201d another woman said, \u201cso yeah I would do it.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you want to buy seats, Fiesta San Antonio\u2019s website<\/a> has an interactive map showing what is still available.<\/p>\n

Green dots on the map represent available street seats.<\/p>\n

Paradegoers can choose where they want to sit, what nonprofit they want to support and what section works best for their budget. Street seats average around $28.<\/p>\n

Bleacher seats are also available, but tend to sell out faster.<\/p>\n

The earlier bleacher sections along the route are around $33, while seats closer to the end of the parade can cost up to $43.<\/p>\n

Why the higher price? Many people say the atmosphere gets louder and more energetic near the end of the route.<\/p>\n

If you are planning to camp out instead, remember you cannot set up in the street until roads are officially closed. You also cannot sit on private property without permission.<\/p>\n

No matter where you plan to watch, Fiesta veterans say arriving early is key.<\/p>\n

Continue getting ready for Fiesta<\/a> with KSAT:<\/p>\n

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