Events

Walking Tour Mission Reach

Roosevelt Park 331 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings a new theme—ethnobotany, wildflowers, pollinators, cultural history, and more. Get your steps in while discovering the hidden stories of the river. Every tour is a unique adventure—don’t miss out! Wednesday, […]

Free

Folklorico Dance Class Series (5-8 year olds)

FREE EVENT!! (for 5–8-year-olds only) *Capacity for this event will be VERY LIMITED, and Registration is REQUIRED. **Every participant must be accompanied by an adult. Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 12-week class to learn basic Folklorico […]

Gratis

Family, Friends, & Fishing Clinic at Padre Park

Padre Park 6515 Padre Dr, San Antonio, United States

 FREE Fishing Lessons to the Public & NO FISHING LICENSE needed for this event! Join Fin Addict Angler Foundation and the San Antonio River Authority for an exhilarating morning of family, fishing, and meeting new friends. Fin Addict Instructors and Volunteers will educate youth on the Basics of Fishing through fun methods, making this event […]

Free

Folklorico Dance Class Series (9-12)

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE EVENT!! (for 9–12-year-olds only) *Capacity for this event will be VERY LIMITED, and Registration is REQUIRED **Every participant must be accompanied by an adult. 💃 Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 12-week class to learn basic […]

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Folklorico Dance Class Series (13-17)

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE EVENT!! (for 13–17-year-olds only) *Capacity for this event will be VERY LIMITED, and Registration is REQUIRED **Every participant must be accompanied by an adult. 💃 Inspired by traditions of Mexican heritage, Ballet Folklorico is an expression of different cultures in Mexico. Join San Antonio River Authority staff for this 12-week class to learn basic […]

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Night Hike – Helton Nature Park

Helton Nature Park 15662 FM 775, Floresville, TX, United States

Discover the Creatures of the Night with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff and volunteers for a special night hike at Helton Nature Park! Using fluorescent lights and observation sheets, we’ll uncover the fascinating nocturnal world of insects, bats, and other nighttime creatures. Become a citizen scientist by downloading iNaturalist before you arrive and […]

Free

Walking Tour – Ethnobotany

Confluence Park 301 W. Mitchell, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings a new theme—ethnobotany, wildflowers, pollinators, cultural history, and more. Get your steps in while discovering the hidden stories of the river. Every tour is a unique adventure—don’t miss out! Wednesday, […]

Free

Walking Tour – Birding

Acequia Park 8500 Mission Pkwy, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings a new theme—ethnobotany, wildflowers, pollinators, cultural history, and more. Get your steps in while discovering the hidden stories of the river. Every tour is a unique adventure—don’t miss out! Wednesday, […]

Free

Night Hike – Fireflies

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park 8950 Fitzhugh Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff and volunteers to discover creatures of the night. This special night hike will be one to remember as River Warrior and Master Naturalist Peter Joseph will inspire curiosity in everyone through the help of sheets and fluorescent lights to discover the wonderful world of Creatures of the Night! Download […]

Free

Night Hike – Fireflies at Hendrick Arnold Nature Park

Hendrick Arnold Nature Park 8950 Fitzhugh Rd, San Antonio, United States

Join San Antonio River Authority staff on a nature hike to explore the nocturnal flora and fauna that call Hendrick Arnold Nature Park home. Enjoy the twinkling lights that line the trails at Hendrick Arnold and Trueheart Ranch Nature Park's. During this special edition of the Night Hike series San Antonio River Authority Environmental Scientists […]

Free

Walking Tour – Wildflowers

Confluence Park 301 W. Mitchell, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore, learn, and walk with us! Join San Antonio River Authority staff for a one-hour walking tour along the scenic Mission Reach! Each week brings a new theme—ethnobotany, wildflowers, pollinators, cultural history, and more. Get your steps in while discovering the hidden stories of the river. Every tour is a unique adventure—don’t miss out! Wednesday, […]

Free

Alerts

Museum Reach Alert

The water fountain near the Whispers Art Installation is currently out of service.

We appreciate your patience as we work to restore it and will provide an update once it is operational.

Thank you for your understanding!

Goliad Paddling Trail Alert

NOTICE: HWY 59 Landing Site Closed

Due to TxDOT construction on the HWY 59 Bridge, the HWY 59 landing site is closed until further notice. However, the Goliad Paddling Trail remains open, and paddlers can still access the river at the Riverdale, Ferry Street, and Goliad State Park landings.

Please plan accordingly and check back for updates.

Trail Closure: Museum Reach at Pearl

The area near Pearl North Bridge and Museum Reach trail under bridge on west bank is currently closed. Please refer to the map below for alternative routes.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

Staff have removed two large log jams just downstream of Helton Nature Park, keeping the southern portion of the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail temporarily closed. Staff are working to contact adjacent landowners to support a land-based removal solution.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

The SASPAMCO paddling trail is open from River Crossing Park to Helton Nature Park.
*Please Note: Paddling Trail from Helton Nature Park to HWY 97 is still closed due to blockages. 

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