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‘Rain Rock’ counted on to help keep NIOSA dry for 50+ years
Read full article: ‘Rain Rock’ counted on to help keep NIOSA dry for 50+ yearsThere are many Fiesta traditions, from swapping medals to staking a claim on a spot to see the Battle of Flowers Parade, but using the Rain Rock to keep a Night in Old San Antonio dry might be the most eyebrow-raising to people who don’t know the reason why.
Historical photos show Fiesta parade floats and crowds from 100+ years ago in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: Historical photos show Fiesta parade floats and crowds from 100+ years ago in downtown San AntonioLooking back at vintage photos of Fiesta from the early 1900s, it seems like that excitement has remained timeless.
Fiesta guide: View the day-by-day schedule for Fiesta 2024 in San Antonio, watch the biggest events on KSAT
Read full article: Fiesta guide: View the day-by-day schedule for Fiesta 2024 in San Antonio, watch the biggest events on KSATThis year San Antonio’s big, 11-day party will go from April 18-28. It’ll be a time to crack cascarones, party with friends and family, show off your medals, and yell “show me your shoes!”
Battle of Flowers parade will start at 10:30 a.m. in 2024
Read full article: Battle of Flowers parade will start at 10:30 a.m. in 2024Battle of Flowers, one of the most famous flower parades in the country, will return during Fiesta season in 2024 but officials have announced that the parade will be shifting back an hour.
WATCH: A view of the 2023 Battle of Flowers Parade from above the Alamo
Read full article: WATCH: A view of the 2023 Battle of Flowers Parade from above the AlamoKSAT is giving you a bird’s eye view of the Battle of Flowers Parade. Starting at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, you can see the parade from above the Alamo in the video player above.
Fiesta fans can get free, handmade flowers from Battle of Flowers Parade floats on Saturday
Read full article: Fiesta fans can get free, handmade flowers from Battle of Flowers Parade floats on SaturdayFiesta fans can get pre-loved paper flowers that previously adorned Battle of Flowers Parade floats during a giveaway on Saturday morning.
Insider: Be a Royal for the Day, ride in the Battle of Flowers Parade
Read full article: Insider: Be a Royal for the Day, ride in the Battle of Flowers ParadeOne lucky winner (and three of their guests) will get to participate in the historic flower parade on Friday, April 28. The group will get decked out in robes, crowns, and a king’s ransom of Fiesta bling!
Fiesta officials release 2023 route for Battle of Flowers parade
Read full article: Fiesta officials release 2023 route for Battle of Flowers paradeBattle of Flowers, one of the most famous flower parades in the country, is returning to San Antonio this April and Fiesta officials have released the parade route information so you can plan your visit.
Route detour for major Fiesta parades gives way for new traditions in LGBTQ+ business district
Read full article: Route detour for major Fiesta parades gives way for new traditions in LGBTQ+ business districtWhile this year’s new route disrupted long-standing traditions for many families in San Antonio, business owners and employees on Main Avenue said they are excited about the change.
Fiesta Commission announces new route for Battle of Flowers, Fiesta Flambeau parades
Read full article: Fiesta Commission announces new route for Battle of Flowers, Fiesta Flambeau paradesFiesta Commission officials on Wednesday will announce a location move for the 2022 Battle of Flowers Parade and the Fiesta Flambeau Parade to an alternate route from previous years.
Photos through the years show Fiesta was just as popular back then as it is now
Read full article: Photos through the years show Fiesta was just as popular back then as it is nowFiesta has a certain charm that’s able to captivate the minds of people who have either lived in San Antonio forever, or those who have just discovered the celebration for the first time.
You could win $1,000 and other great prizes just for celebrating Fiesta. Scout some of the competition here.
Read full article: You could win $1,000 and other great prizes just for celebrating Fiesta. Scout some of the competition here.The safe, virtual Fiesta Porch Parade runs until May 24 and is a city-wide decorating competition for homes, schools and businesses.
Show off your Fiesta pride: How you can enter and win the Porch Parade contest
Read full article: Show off your Fiesta pride: How you can enter and win the Porch Parade contestThe safe, virtual event is a city-wide decorating competition for homes, schools and businesses and runs from April 23 to May 24. A total of 7 winners will be chosen.
Historical photos show Fiesta parade floats as far back as 117 years ago
Read full article: Historical photos show Fiesta parade floats as far back as 117 years agoPhotograph shows children and attendants on parade float entered in Battle of Flowers Parade. Photograph shows parade float. (UTSA Libraries Special Collections)Mary de Zavala and Mattie Smith in their horse-drawn carriage decorated for the Battle of Flowers Parade. (UTSA Libraries Special Collections)A Fiesta parade float celebrating the Filipino community in San Antonio. (UTSA Libraries Special Collections)A Fiesta parade float from Pioneer Flour Mills.
Battle of Flowers, Fiesta Flambeau parades canceled for 2021 due to COVID-19
Read full article: Battle of Flowers, Fiesta Flambeau parades canceled for 2021 due to COVID-19SAN ANTONIO – The Battle of Flowers and Fiesta Flambeau parades have been canceled in 2021 due to concerns over COVID-19, parade officials announced Monday. The cancellations come on the same day that Fiesta San Antonio officials announced that other Fiesta 2021 events are being postponed until June. You may request a refund of the ticket price to the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade online beginning Feb. 15. This year would have been the 73rd year that the Fiesta Flambeau Parade would have lighted up the streets of the Alamo city. Fiesta Flambeau Parade officials said they are looking forward to the 2022 parade, which is scheduled for April 9.
WATCH: Battle of Flowers Parade rebroadcast
Read full article: WATCH: Battle of Flowers Parade rebroadcastAs a way to give people a little break from the coronavirus pandemic, KSAT12 will be rebroadcasting last year’s Fiesta parades on the days they would have occurred this year. The Battle of Flowers Parade will re-air on KSAT12 Friday, April 24 from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. The parade and pre-show will also be livestreamed online on KSAT.com and on KSAT-TV’s streaming app, available on most smart devices. Sit back and enjoy more 2019 Fiesta parades right in the comfort of your home. Click here to see photos from the 2019 KSAT Insiders Battle of Flowers Parade Party.
Battle of Flowers still a go for 2020, officials say
Read full article: Battle of Flowers still a go for 2020, officials sayParade association officials held a news conference to reassure the public that the Fiesta favorite will be held. “The Battle of Flowers is where Fiesta began 129 years ago, and we won’t be stopping now,” said Anna Laura Block, Battle of Flowers Association president. If the Battle of Flowers did not step up, we would not be serving our community,” she said. In addition, the Battle of Flowers Bands Festival, which is held at Alamo Stadium, will also be held. COVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the new virus, stands for coronavirus disease 2019.
Get to know KSAT anchor Leslie Mouton on her birthday
Read full article: Get to know KSAT anchor Leslie Mouton on her birthdaySAN ANTONIO – Happy birthday to KSAT 12′s wonderful Good Morning San Antonio anchor Leslie Mouton! Check out what Leslie said about her battle with breast cancer, her must-have snack food and what event she loves to cover most. What has been one of the biggest highlights of your career at KSAT so far? While the diagnosis and the battle were frightening, the station and the community embraced it and lifted me up. I love the Battle of Flowers Parade - hosting it every year is a true honor!