Fiesta Flotilla

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Date:

April 27

Time:

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cost:

Free

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April 27 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Free

Fiesta Flotilla
The San Antonio River Authority & San Antonio River Foundation proudly present Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta 2025 – the official kayaking event of Fiesta!
Enjoy a day of FREE outdoor fun, live music, and Fiesta excitement! Immerse yourself in arts & crafts, Folklorico dancers, an animal display, and a vibrant Fiesta Medal Market. Try out FREE kayaking and join in on the excitement of our fishing clinic, kayak decorating contest, and new bicycle decorating contest! It’s a FREE Fiesta event celebrating nature, culture, and the scenic San Antonio River!

Free Activities Include:

  • Fin Addict Fishing Clinic
  • Free Kayaking – Walk-ups only, no reservations
  • Free Art Activity
  • Animal Display
  • Live Music
  • Food Vendors
  • Fiesta Medal Market
  • Bicycle Decorating Contest
  • Kayak Decorating Contest

Free Kayaking – Walk-ups only, no reservations

Live Music & Entertainment
We’re thrilled to welcome Ernie Zuniga as our Emcee for the day!
Ernie brought the energy to our River of Lights event last December—and he’s back to keep the Fiesta spirit alive at Flotilla Fiesta 2025!

 Stage Schedule
11:00 AM The Sideman Syndicate
12:30 PM Ballet Folklorico Performance
1:00 PM Live Oak Singers
1:30 PM Stefani Montiel – A Tejano music powerhouse!

Bringing Your Own Kayak?

Guests are welcome to bring their own kayaks, as Acequia Park is a public space. However, Flotilla Fiesta is designed as a free kayaking opportunity for beginners rather than a full kayak trip. Kayaking will take place on Davis Lake, with paddling sessions lasting 10–20 minutes. Those bringing their own kayaks should note that access to the event’s designated portage may be limited when busy. Remember, you can always enjoy kayaking throughout the San Antonio River Basin year-round!

Sunday, April 27, 2025

11 AM – 3 PM
Acequia Park
8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78223

Interested in signing up? Click the links below!

Sign-Up Links:

Bicycle Decorating Contest:
RULES & EVENT INFORMATION 
CONTEST APPLICATION

Kayak Decorating Contest:
RULES & EVENT INFORMATION
CONTEST APPLICATION 

Food Vendor – at capacity
Market Vendor – at capacity

Mission Reach

9101 Graf Rd
San Antonio, 78214 United States

Alerts

San Pedro Creek Culture Park – AME Restroom Closed

Restroom Closure Notice
The AME Men’s Restroom will be closed Monday, November 17 through Tuesday, November 18, 2025 for scheduled maintenance.
We appreciate your patience while our team completes this work.

Espada Park

The restroom at Espada Park will be temporarily closed due to a water leak. Our team is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding!

Mission Reach Area Maintenance

When: Beginning October 20, 2025 through Spring 2026
What: Crews will be performing stem-density removal and related vegetation maintenance along sections of the Mission Reach to help manage flood risk and protect surrounding infrastructure. Some trails or segments may be closed temporarily while work is underway.
Why: Removing excess stems that naturally establish along the river helps maintain stormwater conveyance, reduces flood risk, and protects public infrastructure while allowing grassland and native vegetation to recover and thrive.
What to expect:

  • Limited trail closures and intermittent work zones.
  • Crews and equipment working near the riverbanks during daytime hours.
  • Parking areas remain open, but visitors may see signage and temporary barriers.

Questions? Call the San Antonio River Authority at (210) 227-1373 or visit https://www.sariverauthority.org/services/river-health/ecosystems/.

Thank you for your patience while we keep the Mission Reach safe, clean, and enjoyable.

Stem Density Map

Trail Closure Alert – Calder Alley, San Pedro Creek

Maintenance work will be done in Calder Alley starting Wednesday, September 18, 2025.

  • Trails will remain open during this work.
  • One bench at a time will be temporarily barricaded while improvements are completed.
  • There may be occasional contractor pickups in the area.

We appreciate your patience as we continue to maintain and improve San Pedro Creek for all to enjoy!

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

The SASPAMCO paddling trail is open from River Crossing Park to Helton Nature Park.
*Please Note: Paddling Trail from Helton Nature Park to HWY 97 is still closed due to blockages. 

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

Staff have removed two large log jams just downstream of Helton Nature Park, keeping the southern portion of the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail temporarily closed. Staff are working to contact adjacent landowners to support a land-based removal solution.

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

NOTICE: HWY 59 Landing Site Closed

Due to TxDOT construction on the HWY 59 Bridge, the HWY 59 landing site is closed until further notice. However, the Goliad Paddling Trail remains open, and paddlers can still access the river at the Riverdale, Ferry Street, and Goliad State Park landings.

Please plan accordingly and check back for updates.

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