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Bud Light St. Patrick's River Parades & Celebration
- Thank you for a wonderful weekend -
We look forward to seeing you in 2026!
Join Visit San Antonio – River Walk Operations and The Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas for a fun-filled weekend celebration. Activities include dyeing of the River Walk, Artisan Show, Live Entertainment, and so much more!
Fun Fact: This event dates back to 1969 and has been organized by the Visit San Antonio River Walk and the Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas since then!
🎶 Festival in La Villita St. Patrick’s Celebration & Stage Entertainment 🎶
Join us for a fantastic celebration that includes family-friendly activities, live entertainment, vendors, the Harp & Shamrock Society's Passport to Ireland, and more located at La Villita Historic Village.
Admission is free!
👑 Be There as We Crown the 2026 River Walk Royalty! 👑
Since July 2024, the 2025 River Walk Royalty Candidates have been on a mission to raise funds for the San Antonio Hospitality Foundation, a nonprofit that helps fuel the dreams of future hospitality leaders at UTSA, St. Philip’s College, and beyond. Now, it all comes down to this!
Join us at the iconic Arneson River Theatre for an evening of celebration as we crown this year’s River Walk Royalty! Titles are awarded based on their incredible fundraising efforts, so come cheer them on, soak in the excitement, and witness the magic of San Antonio’s River Walk tradition! After the coronation, the newly crowned Royalty will join the parade for their debut as 2026 River Walk Royals!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event!
🍀 Lace Up for the 2026 Emerald Run 5K!🍀
Get ready to hit the scenic San Antonio River Walk for a fun, festive, and fitness-filled morning at the Emerald Run 5K! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a great way to get moving, this event is the perfect way to celebrate spring, community, and a little Irish luck! Jazz up your run and don your favorite leprechaun gear or green running attire!
Race Details:
- Start & Finish: VFW Post 76, 10 10th St, San Antonio, TX 78215
- Date: TBA
- Scenic Course: Enjoy a beautiful 5K route along the River Walk, taking in the sights, sounds, and festive energy of San Antonio!
Registration Pricing:
- $30 – Early Bird Special
- $35 – Regular Registration
- $40 – Late Registration
Why Run the Emerald Run 5K?
- Take in the picturesque San Antonio River Walk on a crisp spring morning!
- Celebrate health, community, and a bit of Irish spirit with fellow runners.
- A great event for all fitness levels—walkers, joggers, and runners welcome!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant and exciting race! Grab your running shoes, bring your friends, and let’s make this Emerald Run 5K one to remember!
🐶 Lucky Dog Fashion Show Presented by McIntyre's Southtown 🐶
- Paw-ticipants will dress in festive St. Patrick's attire to compete for the title of 2026 Lucky Dog and a grand prize!''
- During the Lucky Dog Fashion Show Presented by McIntyre’s Southtown, San Antonio Pets Alive! will have some of their adoptable pups strutting their stuff on the runway. Don't miss this chance to see these four-legged stars and give them a forever home! 💚
Be A Part of the Fun!Volunteering, Sponsoring, and More
Interested in becoming a sponsor, food vendor, artisan vendor or want to volunteer? Please email: Events@VisitSanAntonio.com