What's Going on in San Antonio this November: Holiday Edition
November 10, 2023
The holiday season is upon us, and San Antonio, Texas, is gearing up for a month filled with Thanksgiving and Christmas cheer. From parades that honor our military heroes to festive holiday magic on Houston Street, there's something for everyone to enjoy this November. Get ready for the season with these events below:
San Antonio Veterans Day Parade
November 11th | Downtown | 11 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Hosted by the US Military Veterans Parade Association, this parade offers the perfect opportunity to honor our military and veterans. Home to a large number of military families, San Antonio is proud to be the destination of this event. This event is a great way to kickstart the holidays and show gratitude to our brave military and veterans this season.
November 24th | 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Time to gear up for the annual San Antonio tradition, The Ford Holiday River Parade! With the water twist on a classic holiday tradition, it’s no wonder why residents and visitors travel to town for this magical spectacle. Tickets for this event are available for sale now. Purchase them sooner rather than later to ensure your party has top-notch seats.
November 24th, 2023 - January 2nd, 2024
Houston Street will provide festive holiday magic through decor and entertainment for over a month this holiday season. The street will fill with twinkling lights, gorgeous decorations, entertainers, restaurant holiday specials, and more. Houston Street is the place to be this holiday season for festive fun!
SeaWorld San Antonio Christmas Celebration
November 9th, 2023 - January 2nd, 2024
SeaWorld San Antonio is ready to spread the holiday cheer with their Christmas Celebration. With so many festive activities, you can look forward to a marine wonderland filled with holiday lights, shows, and seasonal treats. And don’t forget about the returning show O’ Wondrous Night, thrilling rides at the park, Texas Santa, Merry Mariachis, and more!
Rotary Ice Rank at Travis Park
November 17th,2023 - January 15th,2024
Travis Park welcomes you to experience the joy of ice skating at the Rotary Ice Rink. From November 17th through January 15th, you can lace up your skates and glide into the holiday season. Whether you're a seasoned skater or a beginner, the rink is the perfect place to create memories with loved ones.
Lightscape At The San Antonio Botanical Garden
November 11th, 2023 - December 31st, 2023
The San Antonio Botanical Garden transforms into an enchanted garden of lights during Lightscape. Running from November 11th through January 3rd, this event showcases the garden's natural beauty illuminated by thousands of twinkling lights. It's a magical experience that you won't want to miss.
San Antonio Zoo Presents Zoo Lights
November 18th, 2023 - December 31st, 2023
The San Antonio Zoo comes alive with wild lights and wild nights during Zoo Lights. You can explore the zoo from November 18th through December 31st as it twinkles with holiday lights. Don't forget to grab a cup of hot cocoa as you enjoy the festive animal-themed displays and the warm glow of the holiday season.