San Antonio Memorial Day Weekend

Filled with rides, slides, bumper cars, and more, Six Flags Fiesta Texas is your top theme park destination in the San Antonio area.

Divided into six themed areas – Los Festivales, Crackaxle Canyon, Spassburg, Rockville, Fiesta Bay Boardwalk, and KIDZOPOLIS – the park offers fun to suit every taste. Highlights of the park include BATMAN: The Ride, the iconic Bahama Blaster, and the terrifying Boomerang.

Another one for animal lovers is the San Antonio Zoo Nestled in Brackenridge Park, it’s a small but diverse zoo that houses many of your favorite critters from alligators to zebras. In fact, there are over 750 species that call the zoo home. A popular springtime/early summertime exhibit is the Butterfly Garden, where you can walk among hatching butterflies!

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea at SeaWorld® San Antonio. Experience close-up sea life interactions and dive into the world beneath the waves. Enjoy awe-inspiring shows like the powerful One Ocean®, featuring Shamu®, or laugh along at the comical Pets Ahoy, featuring locally rescued animals.

Don’t miss attractions like Sesame Street® Bay of Play® and rides like the Great White® coaster. Or, have a nose-to-nose interaction with a dolphin and experience amazing underwater viewings at Discovery Point.

Given that the weather is pretty lovely this time of year, a river cruise just sounds like a perfect option. A Rio San Antonio Cruise allows you to explore the city from the comfort of your convenient tour vessel. You’ll get excellent views of the River Walk neighborhood, which makes for some perfect photo opportunities. Just don’t forget the sunblock!

San Antonio’s tallest building, the awesome Tower of the Americas, is an attraction in its own right, offering amazing panoramic views alongside exciting attractions. From the Flags Over Texas Observation Deck, you’ll get 360-degree views of the city below and see historic photographs that explore San Antonio’s history.

Then, hop on the Skies Over Texas 4-D Theater Ride, an astonishing 4-D ride that simulates a helicopter tour of the city’s top sites. When you’re done, be sure to explore the Tower of Americas Plaza for more fun.

If you’re looking for that perfect souvenir or a unique work of art, then a trip to the Memorial Day Artisan River Walk Show is in order. Typically taking place over the final weekend of May, this show features dozens of artists and craft-makers, all set up along the River Walk displaying their wares. The Artisan River Walk Show varies from day to day, but you should expect to find a wide variety of offerings from paintings and sculptures to jewelry and pottery.

Get into the spirit of the Memorial Day season with the Armed Forces River Parade along the San Antonio River Walk. Dedicated to the men and women who have served and continue to serve, this parade features patriotic floats and music. It’s bound to be a festive atmosphere on the River Walk all day, too!