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Annual Day of the Dead River Parade

Decorative logo for river parade

October 23, 2026

2025 Day of the Dead River Parade Magazine Cover

Join us at the San Antonio River Walk for the Day of the Dead River Parade. See elaborately decorated floats with altars, catrinas, and costumed riders, all celebrating life and loved ones. What better place to commemorate this celebration than right here in beautiful San Antonio?

Decorated barges will parade down the river that runs through the heart of our magnificent city along the River Walk. Each barge represents a different figure or tradition associated with the Day of the Dead.

Woman dressed in pancho with sugar skull face painting

Important Ticket Information

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND MAY NOT BE EXCHANGED. 


Tickets are sold online.

A standing room only free viewing area is available along the parade route from E. Commerce to the end of the route. This area is standing room only — do not bring chairs. Sidewalks must remain clear for pedestrian access, and guests may not block restaurant/business entrances or disrupt restaurant/business operations.

Children aged 2 years or older will require a ticket.

Strollers, ice chests, and carriers are NOT allowed on the River Walk for this event.

ADA tickets are available in the following areas of the parade: 

  • Tobin Center for Performing Arts - SECTION A18
  • Area #F – Hotel Valencia - SECTION F22

  • Area #G – Main Plaza - SECTION G5

  • Area #G – International Building - SECTION G2

  • Area #G – Hugman’s Oasis - SECTION G18

  • Area #H – Homewood Suites - SECTION H8

  • Area #K – Briscoe Western Art Museum / Venue Villita - SECTION K6, SECTION K3

  • Area #L – Arneson River Theatre - SECTION L1

  • Area #N – Alamo Street Bridge - SECTION N5


TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND MAY NOT BE EXCHANGED. 


  • Day of the Dead tickets are on sale now.
  • Children 2 years of age or older will need a ticket.
  • Strollers and carriers are not allowed on the River Walk for this event.

Map of parade route for Day of the Dead River Parade.

Special Thank You to Our Event Sponsors


 

 

Pearl Brewery

GO RIO River Cruises Logo

Logo for La Gloria Restaurant