FIESTA® FIESTA

Fiesta® Fiesta 2027 - The Official Kickoff to Fiesta® San Antonio

Get ready, San Antonio—Fiesta® Fiesta is the official kickoff celebration of Fiesta® San Antonio, bringing the city together for 11 unforgettable days of music, food, parades, and culture. This free, family-friendly event sets the stage for the entire Fiesta® season with live entertainment, the beloved People’s Parade, a Military Salute, and the traditional opening ceremony that signals the start of the citywide festivities.

Fiesta® Fiesta 2027, takes place on Thursday, April 15, 2027, at Travis Park, marking the start of Fiesta’s 136th Anniversary! Thousands of locals and visitors will gather in the heart of downtown to trade medals, enjoy San Antonio flavors, and celebrate with friends and family. Whether you’re a first-time Fiesta-goer or a lifelong tradition-keeper, Fiesta® Fiesta is where the magic begins.

Fiesta® Fiesta 2027

Fiesta® Fiesta 2027 takes place on Thursday, April 15, 2027

Why You Can’t Miss It

The People’s Parade – San Antonians march together to celebrate community spirit.
Military Salute – Honoring the men and women who serve.
Opening Ceremony – The official moment that launches Fiesta® San Antonio 2027.
Pin Pandemonium presented by Monarch Trophy Studio, Buy Fiesta medals and other merchandise and support Fiesta Member Organizations.
Live Music & Entertainment – Bands, cultural performances, and festive energy
Food & Beverages – Taste local favorites and enjoy the flavors of Fiesta.
Drone Show – Look to the sky for this Spectacular Drone Show finale presented by RBFCU.

See photos and videos from previous Fiesta® Fiesta events.

Merchandise Vendors

Food Vendors

Fiesta® Fiesta is more than an event—it’s the celebration that starts it all.

Pin Pandemonium - Participating Member Organizations (PMO's)

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Pin Pandemonium - Business/ Non-Profit Members

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Run of Show – Fiesta® Fiesta 2027

📍 Location: Travis Park, San Antonio
📅 Date: Thursday, April 15, 2027
🕒 Time: 4–10 PM
🎟️ Cost: FREE Admission!!

Fiesta® Fiesta Main Stage Schedule

4:00 PM

Event Begins

The official kickoff of Fiesta® 2026.

Pin Pandemonium presented by Monarch Trophy Studio

4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

🎶 DJ Blingleader

DJ Blingleader sets the stage with nonstop energy.

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

🎺 USAF Band of the West
Live performance from the U.S. Air Force Band of the West.

6:30 PM – 7:00 PM

🎭 People’s Parade
People’s Parade featuring Grand Marshal Michael Quintanilla.

7:00 PM – 7:05 PM

🎖️ Military Salute
Military Salute featuring the U.S. Air Force

U.S. Air Force Flyover

Welcome from Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn – Commander, Air Education and Training Command

Introduction of the 2026 Military Ambassadors

Welcome from presenting and Official Sponsor.

7:05 PM – 8:05 PM

🎺 USAF Band of the West

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📺 KSAT 12 Live Broadcast
KSAT 12 will be broadcasting live from Fiesta® Fiesta 2026.

8:15 PM – 8:30 PM

🎤 Official Opening Ceremony

The Honorable Gina Ortiz Jones, Mayor of San Antonio

Fiesta President, Ferne Burney

King Antonio CIII, Gardner Peavy

Rey Feo LXXVII, Dr. Damaso Oliva

The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Jeff Webster (President and CEO)

and

Kevin C. Dinnin (Chair of the Board)

San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Luis Rodriguez (President and CEO)

and

Anamaria Suescun-Fast (Board Chair)

Fiesta Mascot ¡VIVA!

Official Fiesta Royalty & dignitaries, including Miss Fiesta® 2026.

8:45 PM – 10:00 PM

🎶 Headline Band – The Klocks
Live headline performance to close out the night.

9:50 PM – 9:57 PM

🚁 Drone Show presented by RBFCU

10:00 PM

Event Ends

Fiesta® Fiesta 2025 Recap

Why You Can’t Miss It

✅ Free and open to the public
✅ Family-friendly atmosphere in historic Travis Park
✅ The only place to experience the official start of Fiesta® San Antonio

Join us in downtown San Antonio on April 15, 2027, and be part of the tradition.

Fiesta® Fiesta is more than an event—it’s the celebration that starts it all.