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Ways We Help

The San Antonio River Authority is meeting the challenge of keeping lives, property, and our natural environment safe and secure with comprehensive planning, precision protection, strategic partnerships, and community preparedness.
Along with maintaining over 40 dams and other flood control structures, the River Authority also advocates for development techniques designed to reduce runoff and improve water quality.

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While green infrastructure features are designed to perform nature-like functions to slow the amounts of sediment and bacteria from getting to creeks and rivers, there are simple ways YOU can help too!

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From Watershed to Backyard: The Surprising Truth About Mosquitoes

July 8, 2026

The Ultimate San Antonio River Bucket List: Summer Edit

July 1, 2026

Service, Stewardship and Swimming: A Conversation with Board Director Patrice Melancon

June 26, 2026

Shape Your River Way

Litter Is Ugly

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Guided Bike Ride Series – UNESCO City of Gastronomy

July 15, 2026

Current Reads at Confluence Park

July 16, 2026

Nature Field Day at Helton Nature Park

July 17, 2026

Nature Days – Nature Journals at Helton Nature Park

July 17, 2026
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The San Antonio River Authority is inviting you to discover every facet of this gem’s green spaces, flowing waters, parks, trails, and cultural heritage.

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Home Acequia Park

Acequia Park

Acequia Park

8500 Mission Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78223 United States Get Directions

Events at this venue

June 2026
CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER: Fin Addict Fishing Clinic

June 6 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER FREE Fishing Lessons to the Public & NO FISHING LICENSE needed for this event! Join Fin Addict Angler Foundation and the San

Free
May 2026
River Rodeo 2026 + Fin Addict Fishing Clinic

May 16 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Join us on May 16 at Acequia Park as we continue casting the 2026 River Rodeo with a special fishing clinic hosted in partnership with

Free
March 2026
Canceled Family, Friends, and Fishing Clinic: Acequia Park

March 7 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE Fishing Lessons to the Public & NO FISHING LICENSE needed for this event! Join Fin Addict Angler Foundation and the San Antonio River Authority

Free
January 2026
Folklorico Dance Classes (Ages 13-17 Only)

January 17 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 14-week

Free
Folklorico Dance Classes (Ages 9-12)

January 17 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 14-week

Free
Folklorico Dance Classes (Ages 5-8 Only)

January 17 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 14-week

Free
Folklorico Dance Classes (Ages 18 and Up)

January 13 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 14-week

Free
September 2025
Fin Addict Fishing Clinic

September 13, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE Fishing Lessons to the Public & NO FISHING LICENSE needed for this event! Join Fin Addict Angler Foundation and the San Antonio River Authority

Free