The San Antonio River Walk Will Explode With Color In A Boat Parade For Day Of The Dead
By Katie Lawrence|Published October 15, 2021
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Each year, the iconic San Antonio River Walk comes alive in a spectacular display of color in celebration of Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead. The annual Day of the Dead River Parade features 20 barges decked out from head to toe with altars, skeleton figures, and riders wearing their most festive costumes. Showcasing the rich heritage and lively spirit of the Alamo City, this family-friendly event simply can’t be missed this season.
San Antonio boasts the largest Day of the Dead celebration in the country, with festivities taking place from October 23 until November 2.
From traditional altars, or ofrendas, to live music and dance to local food and art, the events do a wonderful job of showcasing the Alamo City's rich heritage and commemorating the holiday.
One of the most anticipated Día de Muertos events in the city is the Day of the Dead River Parade, which features 20 barges decked out in fantastic displays of color.
Additionally, the Hard Rock Cafe, Biga on the Banks, and the Hilton Palacio del Rio will be offering dinner and ticket packages for the parade. Anyone interested is asked to contact the businesses directly.
Here, you'll find a handy map of the parade route that lists exactly what time the floats should arrive at various locations on the River Walk.
Feel free to print it out to ensure you don't miss a beat!
You can also visit the San Antonio River Walk website to learn more.
Have you ever been to the Day of the Dead River Parade in San Antonio? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below. Don’t forget to check out our previous article for more reasons to love the San Antonio River Walk!
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