San Antonio Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in San Antonio and surrounding areas

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Christmas Lights (18 events) Christmas Markets (14 events) Christmas Shows (7 events) Other Christmas Activities (13 events)

San Antonio lights up the Christmas 2025 season along the River Walk and around the Alamo, where holiday activities and twinkling lights create a romantic holiday scene. River of Lights, Holiday Lights on the San Antonio River Walk and the Ford Holiday River Parade offer family-friendly festive events and seasonal markets. Wander historic streets, take a river barge beneath lanterns and enjoy holiday attractions that blend Texan warmth with traditional seasonal charm.

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Christmas Lights

18 events
Santa's Ranch • Nov 7 – Jan 4, 2026

Mile-long drive-through light display with animated scenes.

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Christmas Markets

14 events
Seguin Holiday Stroll • Dec 4 – Dec 7

Multi-day holiday celebration with parade, market, and fun run

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Christmas Shows

7 events
The Isaacs Christmas • Dec 12

Christmas performance by award-winning The Isaacs

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Other Christmas Activities

13 events
Kerrville Holiday Lighted Parade and Courthouse Lighting Ceremony • Nov 22

Santa's arrival via fire truck in a lighted parade

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Santa's Ranch (New Braunfels)
    Mile-long drive-through light display with animated scenes.
  2. Seguin Holiday Stroll (Seguin)
    Multi-day holiday celebration with parade, market, and fun run
  3. River of Lights
    Winter wonderland with real snow and Santa.
  4. Holiday Lights on the San Antonio River Walk
    Over 100,000 lights illuminating the River Walk
  5. Ford Holiday River Parade
    Illuminated floats themed around iconic holiday movies on the River Walk.
  6. Sights & Sounds of Christmas Festival (San Marcos)
    Over 100,000 lights on the iconic Christmas tree.

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Windcrest Light-Up Wed, Nov 12
SeaWorld San Antonio Christmas Celebration Thu, Nov 13
San Antonio Zoo Lights Sat, Nov 15
New Braunfels Weihnachtsmarkt Fri, Nov 21
Holiday In The Park at Six Flags Fiesta Texas Sat, Nov 22
Jingle Jolly Christmas Festival - New Braunfels Sat, Nov 22

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San Antonio Christmas FAQ

What are the biggest annual Christmas events in San Antonio?

The Ford Holiday River Parade, Zoo Lights, and the Holiday Market at the Pearl are among the city’s largest and most popular annual Christmas events.

What holiday traditions are unique to San Antonio?

San Antonio celebrates with the Ford Fiesta de las Luminarias, where luminarias line the River Walk, and the annual lighting of the River Walk holiday lights during the Ford Holiday River Parade.

Which neighborhoods are best for Christmas lights in San Antonio?

Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, and Olmos Park are known for their festive neighborhood displays and are popular spots for holiday light viewing.

Where can I find Christmas markets and local makers in San Antonio?

Christmas markets and local makers can be found at the Pearl, the San Antonio Botanical Garden, and various downtown shopping centers and parks.

What are the best free or budget-friendly holiday activities in San Antonio?

Free activities include viewing the River Walk holiday lights, attending neighborhood luminaria events, and visiting select holiday markets and parks.

What are good picks for families with kids in San Antonio?

Families enjoy Zoo Lights, the Botanical Garden’s Illuminate, drive-through light parks, and holiday markets with kid-friendly activities and treats.