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River of Lights

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Date:

December 14

Time:

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cost:

Free

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December 14 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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River of Lights Promotional Image

*FREE EVENT* Museum Reach River of Lights is illuminating the San Antonio River with holiday magic! Join us for a memorable evening of cheer and family fun along the river.

Saturday, December 14, 2024
4:00PM-8:00PM
San Antonio River Lock & Dam
550 Brooklyn Ave
San Antonio, TX 78215

Here’s what you can look forward to:

✨ Snow Slide & Play Areas – Glide down the snow slide or enjoy winter fun in our snow play areas.

🎅 Photos with Santa – Capture memories with Santa in a festive setting.

🎶 Live Music & Community Performances – Enjoy holiday tunes and local talent.

📬 Letters to Santa – Send your wish list directly to the North Pole!

🍪 Cookie Decorating – 2,000 holiday cookies, made by St. Philip’s College Culinary Arts! *while supplies last

🍲 Food & Shopping Vendors – Browse and enjoy holiday treats and local gifts.

Holiday Stage Schedule
4:00 PM – 4:40 PM  –  Trisdon Federic
4:50 PM – 5:20 PM  –  De Santiago Strings
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM  –  Saxophonics
6:10 PM – 6:30 PM  –  BCSO Mariachi La Ley
6:45 PM – 8:00 PM  –  Stefani Montiel

Celebrate the season in style along the river!

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Fill the Canoe Toy Drive Promotional image

As part of the San Antonio River Authority’s River of Lights Holiday Celebration on the Museum Reach of the San Antonio Riverwalk, The San Antonio River Foundation is partnering with St. PJ’s Children’s Home to fulfill wishlist items!
From toddlers to teens, every donation helps create a magical Christmas for children who deserve to feel the warmth of the season.
Let’s fill our canoe to the brim with kindness and cheer! Whether it’s a toy, a game, or a special item for a teenager, your gift will make a difference.
Wishlist items include: art kits headphones; legos; and plushies! See the full list of DOs and DONTs.
Help the San Antonio River Foundation Fill The Canoe!
River of Lights Event Details:
Saturday, December 14th
4–8 PM
550 Brooklyn Ave, San Antonio, TX, 78215

550 Brooklyn Ave

550 Brooklyn Ave
San Antonio, 78215 United States

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Alerts

Park Closure Notice: Trueheart Ranch

April 30, 2025

Unfortunately, Trueheart Ranch Nature Park (14984 Blue Wing Rd, San Antonio, TX 78221) is closed until further notice due to recent vandalism. We’re working to assess and repair the damage to ensure the park is safe and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for your understanding—updates will be shared as soon as we have them.

Trail Closure: Museum Reach at Pearl

April 29, 2025

* Trail temporarily closed from 2/3/2025 until 5/16/2025.
* For southbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river and utilize the Hotel Emma bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Access to the east side river trail via the elevator or stairs.
* For northbound pedestrian traffic, please exit the river trail at the south bridge to gain access to the east side river trail. Continue north through Pearl towards Hotel Emma. The west & east side river trail accessible via the Hotel Emma bridge.

North Bridge West Landing & Stairs Trail Closure Map

 

Graytown Park Parking Lot Construction Notice 

April 22, 2025

Construction Timeline: April – October 2024 (estimated)

Improvements are coming to Graytown Park! Parking lot construction will begin in April, and we appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the park for all visitors.

Temporary Closures & Impacts:

  • Upper parking area, pavilion, and restrooms will be CLOSED during construction. Temporary restroom facilities will be provided.
  • Park and river access will be CLOSED Monday–Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM (no access during these hours).

We encourage visitors to plan accordingly and check back for updates as the project progresses. Thank you for your support!

Stay Updated: Follow us on social media for the latest updates.

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

March 6, 2025

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.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

November 20, 2024

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.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

May 6, 2024

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. 

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