Celebrate the spirit of Mardi Gras in one of San Antonio’s most vibrant settings. What You Can Expect ️ Restaurant & Bar Specials Participating businesses will feature Bud Light specials alongside other Mardi Gras-inspired offerings. Discover exclusive Mardi Gras-inspired specials at participating River Walk restaurants and bars. With a full menu of dinner and drinks available, this is a great way to start your Mardi Gras festivities. Fat Tuesday Celebration at Jazz, TX Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Time: 7:30 PM. On Fat Tuesday, Jazz, TX will host an exciting Mardi Gras celebration featuring a full New Orleans-style band led by Brandon Guerra and Adam Carrillo. Bud Light Mardi Gras Festival & River Parades + River Walk Royalty Coronation Presented By: Visit San Antonio Dates: March 1, 2025. Festival, 1-6PM, Arneson. River Parades Saturday: 2-3PM Museum Reach, 5-6PM (Downtown area of the River Walk) River Walk Royalty Coronation – 4:30PM Arneson San Antonio Mardi Gras is a city-wide celebration yet again! The River Walk hosts the dazzling Bud Light Mardi Gras Festival & River Parade, while Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen brings a lively New Orleans bash with festive drinks and music. SeaWorld Mardi Gras offers a full carnival experience with live entertainment and Cajun cuisine. Revelers can catch the 10-boat Mardi Gras-themed parade twice throughout the day — first from 2-3 p.m. at the Museum Reach and downtown from 5-6 p.m. Feb. 10, San Antonio River Walk Look for This: March 15-16, 2025 The San Antonio River Walk becomes the River Shannon during St. Patrick’s Festivities at the St. Patrick's River Dyeing. Not only do we dye our river green – with eco-friendly dye, of course, but you can catch live entertainment at Arneson River Theatre, a festival at La Villita, and our spectacular St. Patrick’s River Parade, complete with bagpipes You have heard of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Did you know we have a San Antonio Mardi Gras on the River Walk? Yes, we do, each February. There is usually an arts and crafts show in February on the River Walk extension. If you are a shopper, you will find all sorts of beautiful and unique souvenirs and gifts during the craft show. San Antonio River Walk – The iconic River Walk will come alive with a floating Mardi Gras parade featuring jazz bands, beautifully decorated barges, and plenty of beads tossed to the crowds. The Bud Light Mardi Gras Festival and River Parade is returning Feb. 17 and 18. This event features live music by local bands, a parade and the River Walk Royalty Coronation. The coronation is a Come join us on the San Antonio River Walk for beads, bling and FUN! Watch as the River Walk transforms into a floating Mardi Gras celebration! Live entertainment will be on stage at the Arneson River Theatre. Krewes of costumed revelers celebrate Mardi Gras in San Antonio style. Bring the entire family for loads of fun! Food trucks, artisan vendors, live music and entertainment! Follow our The same is expected to happen this year as family and friends search out fun, New Orleans style flavor throughout the city. Listed below are a few of the festivals, parades, live music concerts and delicious food options that will elevate your San Antonio Mardi Gras experience. San Antonio Mardi Gras River Parade and Festival Where to Experience Mardi Gras San Antonio TX. If you’re looking to dive into the Mardi Gras festivities, San Antonio has a vibrant selection of events to explore. Here are some of them: 1. Bud Light Mardi Gras River Walk Celebrations: Dive into the vibrant energy of Mardi Gras at the San Antonio River Walk on March 1, 2025. This festive Mardi Gras River Parade | Sat., Feb. 26 | 4-6 p.m. | San Antonio River Walk | Free | Celebrate Mardi Gras, San Antonio-style — Take the entire family to the River Walk to view 10 themed floats carrying costumed performers parade down the River. Mardi Gras Festival at Six Flags | Now-Feb. 27, select dates | All day | Six Flags Fiesta Texas The San Antonio Riverwalk puts together a weekend long Mardi Gras celebration each year which consists of a river float parade, and a festival at La Villita. In comparison to other cities, this Mardi Gras festival is very family-friendly and has something fun for everyone in the family. San Antonians can celebrate Mardi Gras to the fullest on the River Walk this weekend. The annual Bud Light Mardi Gras Festival and River Parade returns on Feb. 17-18. There will be food trucks, artisan vendors, live music, and entertainment, along with the Bud Light Mardi Gras River Parade on Saturday from 4-6 pm, featuring a procession of 10-themed floats Dance, drink and eat along the River Walk in a San Antonio-style celebration of Mardi Gras over the span of three nights. Friday kicks off the festival with vendors and staged selfie boats set up Mardi Gras Artisan Show Presented By: San Antonio River Walk Dates: February 28, 2025 - March 2, 2025 Over 40 artists display and sell their beautiful handmade merchandise along the San Antonio River Walk. Artisans are different for each show but usually include pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork and more. Mailing Address. PO Box 839966 San Antonio, TX 78283-3966 Phone: 210.207.6600 A procession of decorated river floats transform the River Walk into a floating Mardi Gras celebration. Krewes of costumed revelers and live entertainment celebrate San Antonio style. Enjoy live music, entertainment, and food trucks. The public is encouraged to come dressed in masks, costumes, and beads. Live Music & Entertainment, 1-6 p.m. (Arneson Continued
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