San Antonio Celebrates Fall with an Array of Cultural Events
Published on September 22, 2023
SAN ANTONIO (September 22, 2023) – As San Antonians welcome slightly cooler temperatures this fall season, a diverse lineup of cultural and arts events are set to take place throughout the city.
“From lively performances to visual arts experiences, there’s a festival for every arts and culture aficionado looking to experience the fall in San Antonio,” said Department of Arts & Culture Executive Director Krystal Jones. “These festivals showcase just a sampling of the abundant artistic and cultural talent that thrives throughout our city, and the milder fall weather sets the perfect scene.”
A sample of fall festivals:
Parktoberfest
September 24, Brackenridge Park
The Brackenridge Park Conservancy is hosting its 12th Annual Parktoberfest celebrating San Antonio’s German heritage with a free event.
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JazzSAlive
September 29 – 30, Civic Park in Hemisfair
This popular event celebrates its 40th anniversary in a new location -- Civic Park in Hemisfair.
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2023 Manhattan Short Film Festival
September 29 – October 7, Urban-15 Studios
In its 26th year, the URBAN-15 Group once again is one of 500 venues across the globe to host this festival.
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Mehregan Persian Autumn Festival
September 30, La Villita Historic Village
Come experience “Poetry in Persia” at this annual festival highlighting Persian (Iranian) culture and arts.
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San Antonio Black International Film Festival
October 5 – 8, Various Locations, including St. Philip’s College
This festival showcases quality films, advocates for, and supports filmmakers of African descent.
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Monarch Pollinator and Butterfly Festival
October 7, Brackenridge Park
The 8th annual Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival celebrates the Monarch butterfly, wildlife pollinators, and the ecosystem that sustains both them and us.
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Artpace’s Chalk It Up
October 14, Houston Street
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Chalk It Up showcases professional large-scale chalk murals while giving the community opportunities to participate in chalk art activities.
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Fiesta del Sol
October 14, Various Locations
With sky parties and solar-themed deals and offers, San Antonio is the best place to experience the October’s solar eclipse.
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Fifth Hispanic Trails Cultural Festival
October 15, Wonderland of the Americas
Enjoy captivating music, mesmerizing folk dances and the unique cuisines of Latin cultures.
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Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival
October 21, Hemisfair Park Arch Plaza/Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
South Texas’ most anticipated contemporary arts festivals is back for its 15th year a uniquely talented and diverse group of individuals showcasing music, large-scale art installations, film, dance, fine art and poetry.
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Little Amal
October 21, at Luminaria
Little Amal, the 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child, will walk with San Antonians during the Luminaria's Contemporary Arts Festival in solidarity with migrants around the globe.
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Aki Matsuri JASSA Fall Festival
October 21, Raymond Russell Park
This fall festival celebrates Japanese culture and traditions with performances, crafts and cuisine.
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Culinaria Tasting Texas Wine + Food Festival
October 26 – 29, Various Locations
This four-day festival is an epicurean experience allows food and wine lovers to explore the unique flavors of Texas.
Dia de Los Muertos
October 27 – November 8, Various Locations
San Antonio is home to the grandest Día de Muertos celebrations in the entire United States including Rinconcito de Esperanza at the Esperanza Peace & Justice Center, the 46th Annual Altares y Ofrendas at Centro Cultural Aztlan, San Anto Cultural Arts Procession, Muertos Fest at Hemisfair and the Day of the Dead River Parade.
Diwali San Antonio
November 4, Arneson Theater and Hemisfair
Experience the authentic traditions and culture of India, including music, dance and food at the 15th annual Diwali San Antonio.
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For more information about these and other local cultural events, visit our arts & culture events calendar at SanAntonio.gov/Arts and follow us at @getcreativesa.