“Viva Fiesta! Celebrate Tradition and Excitement at San Antonio’s Annual Fiesta, April 18-28”
Get ready to don your fiesta attire and join the fun because Fiesta San Antonio is back from April 18th through the 28th! This annual 11-day party promises a blend of tradition, culture, and excitement, making it the perfect time to enjoy the festivities. With an array of festivities to choose from, Fiesta offers something for everyone. Take a gander throughout this entire paper and find many events to attend during this 11 day celebration. You may also visit saobserver.com for more fiesta info.
OPENING CEREMONIES
Opening ceremonies kick off tomorrow, April 18th at the Alamodome from
4 pm – 11 pm. With main stage performances throughout the night.
MISS FIESTA SAN ANTONIO 2024
Ciara Madison Davila, aged 20 and a native of San Antonio, proudly holds the title of Miss Fiesta San Antonio 2024. She graduated from Sandra Day O’Connor High School in the class of 2021. Ciara is thankful for her extensive and loving support network of family and friends, hailing from both San Antonio and various parts of Texas.
CONSTRUCTION
While the festivities are in full swing, it’s important to be aware of some ongoing construction in downtown San Antonio, particularly along South Alamo Street. As many of the popular areas of Fiesta, such as Market Square, are closed due to construction projects, sparking potential safety concerns for nearby businesses and pedestrians. Razi Hosseini, director of the Public Works Department, assures that improvements are necessary to prevent future issues with water and sewer lines.
“This is the time we need to improve some of those,” Hosseini said. “If we don’t rebuild those, we are going to have — come summertime, water break sewer lines may not function.”To navigate around the construction zones during Fiesta, the department is implementing solutions such as stickers and signs to direct pedestrians and traffic safely.
TRANSPORTATION
VIA is offering Park & Rides to all major Fiesta events. The Fiesta-Friendly Fare is just $1.30 each way with discounts available for kiddos, seniors, students, and military.
Here’s the Fiesta parades and events (*VIA park & ride locations listed):
• St. Mary’s Oyster Bake: April 19-20 (*Crossroads Park & Ride)
• Taste of New Orleans: April 19-21 (*Crossroads & Randolph Park & Rides)
• Texas Cavaliers River Parade: April 22 (*Crossroads & Stone Oak Park & Ride)
• NIOSA: April 23-26 (*Crossroads Park & Ride)
• La Semana Alegre: April 25-26 (*Crossroads Park & Ride)
• Battle of Flowers Parade: April 26 (*Crossroads Park & Ride)
• King William Fair: April 27 (*Crossroads & Stone Oak Park & Rides)
• Fiesta Flambeau Parade: April 27 (*Crossroads Park & Ride)
For more information visit viainfo.net.
WEATHER
A cold front may hit during Fiesta.
As Fiesta kicks off tomorrow, the weather forecast shows that it will start off with warm temperatures, with highs in the 80s and low 90s across the area. However, Thursday may also bring some changes, with the possibility of thunderstorms followed by gusty winds. If this holds, Fiesta attendees could experience cooler temperatures ranging from the 50s to 60s during the initial days of Fiesta.
For those eager to experience the fun and various events of Fiesta, get ready to immerse yourself in the spirit of Fiesta San Antonio. With an exciting lineup of events, delicious food, and lively music, this year’s Fiesta is sure to be a memorable experience for all who attend.
Viva Fiesta!
For all Fiesta information visit: https://fiestasanantonio.org/official-fiesta-event-calendar/.
