Stars and Stripes on Houston Street

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July 1-7, 2024

Make plans for the inaugural Stars and Stripes on Houston Street celebrations beginning July 1, with the biggest and brightest events happening July 4 -7, 2024. Don’t miss the street parade along the historic promenade in the heart of San Antonio, family-friendly picnics in the parks, festive brunches and stroll opportunities, themed movie nights, paleta and popsicle pop-ups, music and cocktail events, and more!

On Fourth of July weekend, you can catch Salute at Sunset River Parades on the River Walk, saluting all military branches. A can’t-miss is the Stars and Stripes Concert at the Alamo with living history, live music from the U.S. Air Force Rock Band, and a spectacular drone show. The city’s official celebration offers all-day fun and lights up the sky with a fireworks show at Woodlawn Lake Park. For all this and more, view our official calendar of events below.

July 2,

Paletas and Popsicle Pop Up!  Noon to 4pm
Red, White, and Blue Paleta Y Popsicle Pop Ups: From noon-2 p.m. on Houston Street, six pop-up kiosks will hand out free paletas and popsicles.

Star-Spangled Movies By Moonlight: “The Sandlot”.  7:30-10pm
At Travis Park, there will be a showing of the classic movie plus food and drinks available for purchase. Visitors can take advantage of free parking at city-operated parking facilities after 5 p.m. for Downtown Tuesday.

July 3

Roof Top Party.  4-11pm
There will be six DJs, cocktails and food at 1 Watson Rooftop Bar, 111 Soledad, from 4-11 p.m.

July 4

4th of July at The Alamo.  9am-5pm
The celebration at the Alamo will last from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Alamo Church, Long Barrack and Alamo Gardens are free and open to the public.

Fourth of July Artisan Show.  11am-11pm
Vendors will sell their handmade merchandise from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the River Walk extension (on the Chamber of Commerce sidewalk and close to the Shops at Rivercenter).

Majestic Theater Open House.  10am-3pm
The theater will be open to the public for tours and backstage access from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

San Antonio Stars & Stripes on Houston Street Parade.  11am-1pm
There will be a street parade with military members, fire trucks, classic cars, marching bands, local groups and more on Houston Street. The parade is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Picnic Under The Stars.  5pm-8pm
The event at the Majestic Theatre includes a dinner, cocktails and more for $100 a ticket. The event is 5-8 p.m.

Summer Night City.  5pm-9pm
Volcán and Pochos Chidos will perform at Texas Public Radio, 321 W. Commerce, from 5-9:30 p.m. There will also be vendors, food and drinks.

Salute at Sunset River Parade

Salute at Sunset River Parade July 4.  8pm
Dozens of decorated floats will salute all branches of the military and offer patriotic entertainment. The parade starts at 8 p.m.

July 5

Fiesta Noche del Rio.  8:30pm-10:30pm
The recurring event features cultural performances at the Arneson River Theatre along the River Walk. The event lasts from 8:30-10:30 p.m.

Stars & Stripes Salute at Alamo Plaza.  9am-9:30pm
The event will take place at Alamo Plaza, with family activities starting at 9 a.m. There will also be live music from 4-9:30 p.m. and a drone show at 9:30 p.m.

Salute at Sunset River Parade July 5.  8pm
Dozens of decorated floats will salute all branches of the military and offer patriotic entertainment. The parade starts at 8 p.m.

July 6

Patriotic Picnic in the Park.  2pm-10pm
Milam, Legacy and Travis parks in downtown San Antonio will host food trucks, live music, performance groups and more activities from 2-10 p.m.

Salute at Sunset River Parade July 6.  8pm
Dozens of decorated floats will salute all branches of the military and offer patriotic entertainment. The parade starts at 8 p.m.

Star-Spangled Movies By Moonlight.  7:30pm-10pm
“Armageddon”: From 7:30-10 p.m. at Travis Park, there will be a showing of the classic movie plus food and drinks available for purchase.

July 7
Salute at Sunset River Parade July 7.  8pm
Dozens of decorated floats will salute all branches of the military and offer patriotic entertainment. The parade starts at 8 p.m.