Enjoy Fun February Events in Downtown San Antonio

Western Heritage Vaquero Cook-Off

Friday, January 31 – Sunday, February 2, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free

Location: Historic Market Square, 514 W. Commerce Street

Head to Market Square to enjoy some of the traditional staples of the vaqueros from the 1800s. Enjoy culinary offerings such as chili, menudo, and arroz con pollo as cook-off teams compete for the honor of grand champion. For more information, visit the Market Square website.

San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Stampede 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, February 1, 9 a.m.; registration required

Location: Milam Park, 201 W. Commerce St.

The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Stampede 5K Run/Walk takes place on the streets of historic downtown San Antonio, starting and ending at Milam Park. After participating in the Stampede 5K, stick around to watch the Western Heritage Cattle Drive & Parade and enjoy great entertainment at the Vaquero Cook-Off at Historic Market Square. To register, visit the event website.

Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive

Saturday, February 1, 10:50 a.m.; free

Location: Downtown Houston Street

Step back in time to celebrate our historic Texas roots and kick-off the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo! The parade route runs through historic Houston Street and features a cattle drive of Texas longhorns, mounted infantry groups, authentic wagons, and heritage organizations that come together to participate in a display of the western heritage and local culture of San Antonio and Texas. For more information, visit the event website.

Yee Haw in Travis Park & Legacy Park

Saturday, February 1, 12-4 p.m.; free

Locations: Travis Park, 301 E. Travis Street and Legacy Park, 107 W. Houston St.

After the Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive on Houston Street, enjoy rodeo festivities at Travis Park and Legacy Park. Centro San Antonio and partners will sponsor free, family-friendly rodeo activities, including photo opportunities, live music, barbecue, and more. For more information, visit Centro’s Facebook page.

Rodeo Roundup

Saturday, March 1 – Sunday, March 2, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free

Location: Historic Market Square, 514 W. Commerce Street

Stop by Market Square to continue your rodeo celebration with live bands, working artists, pop-up vendors, and a petting zoo! For more information, visit the Market Square website.

Location:418 Villita St,
San Antonio, TX 78205
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Craft Tuesday

Tuesday, February 11, 5:30 p.m. –7:30 p.m.; free

You’re invited to our free, family-friendly Valentine’s Day themed Craft Tuesday. Chef Johnny Hernandez will be sharing a hands-on hot chocolate recipe, and guests will receive a ceramic mug they can decorate. All supplies provided – just bring yourself, your friends, and family. Come early to grab dinner in the Village, or you can purchase light bites and beverages from Prost Haus. Seating is limited.Downtown Tuesday free parking begins at 5 p.m. in City-owned lots and garages.For more information, visit the La Villita website.

Dancing in the Dark

Tuesday, February 25, 6-8 p.m.; free

Looking for a fun, free date night? Join us for La Villita’s Dancing in the Dark series with free salsa dance lessons! Come a little early with your partner, friends, or by yourself to grab dinner in the Village, or you can purchase light bites and beverages from Prost Haus. Downtown Tuesday free parking begins at 5 p.m. in City-owned lots and garages. For more information, visit the La Villita website. 

Location: 514 W. Commerce Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
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Valentine’s Day at Market Square

Friday February 14, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Historic Market Square and explore a variety of food and artisan booths offering delicious treats and unique handcrafted items. Start your day with a free rose (available from 10 a.m. to noon), meet and take photos with charming Valentine’s-themed characters from 12-2 p.m., and enjoy live performances from noon to 6 p.m. For more information, visit the Market Square website.

Market Square Weekend Programming

Every weekend in February, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free

Enjoy music, working artists, and food booths at Market Square every weekend. For more information, visit the Market Square event page.

Location: 301 E. Travis St.,
San Antonio, TX 78205
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Eat & Play in Travis Park

Wednesday, February 12, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; free

Every second Wednesday of the month, enjoy a variety of food trucks, music, and activities during lunchtime at Travis Park. For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.

Lunch Break on Houston Street

Location: in front of the Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston Street

Thursday, February 6 & 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Make your way to Houston Street for food trucks and music in front of the Majestic Theatre. For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.

San Antonio Coffee Festival

Location: Civic Park at Hemisfair, 210 S. Alamo Street

Saturday, February 8, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (8-10 a.m. VIP early entrance); ticketed event

Now in its 12^th year, the San Antonio Coffee Festival is the city’s original celebration of coffee open to all coffee-lovers – offering the perfect grounds to share time together! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the event website.