Apartment Life: November
November Events & Festivals in San Antonio, Texas
There’s always something fun happening in San Antonio! This is a listing of annual happenings. For a daily events calendar, click here.
November 2015
Nov. 2: El Dia de los Muertos
Translated literally as “the Day of the Dead,” this Mexican cultural tradition is a celebration in which the family welcomes back departed loved ones, sharing the joys of life with them as their memories live on. Creative and respectful altars are set up around town at galleries, cultural centers, cemeteries and restaurants to commemorate loved ones who have passed on. Poetry readings, and calavera processions (participants dress as skeletons) are typical events as well.
Nov. 6-15: Wurstfest
A unique celebration is rich in German culture and full of Texas fun! During this 10-day salute to sausage, you’ll find a variety of entertainment options including a polka contest, games, rides, food and drinks on the Wurstfest Grounds in Landa Park as well as special events throughout New Braunfels and Comal County. New Braunfels at Landa Park. Admission.
Nov. 14: Diwali San Antonio; Festival of Lights
Diwali is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in India and for the sixth year is being celebrated in the Alamo City. Event starts at 5:00 p.m. Experience this colorful event filled with Indian music, dance, food and a special lighting ceremony as a thousand tea lights are released into the fountains at Alamo Plaza.
TBD: Hecho a Mano/Made by Hand
This fine art exhibit and sale is open to individual artists selling their own original work. In order to maintain a high quality of traditional and contemporary crafts sold every year, Hecho a Mano/Made by Hand is a juried show. Each year an invited panel of jurors selects the participating artists. Sponsored by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center.
Nov. 19-21: Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza
Experience the best of mariachi music during the holiday season with the world renowned Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán. San Antonio’s 20th Annual Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza features numerous free and ticketed events.
Nov. 21: Light the Way at the University of the Incarnate Word
A million twinkling lights will illuminate the night sky at the University of the Incarnate Word to celebrate the holiday season in style. This walking or driving experience has been going on for more than two decades and is truly a San Antonio-style holiday event. Free.
Open Select Days Nov. – Dec.: SeaWorld San Antonio Christmas Celebration
SeaWorld San Antonio is decking the halls for its annual Christmas Celebration, a magical holiday program offered on scheduled operating days. Enjoy stunning live shows in this wintery, watery wonderland. Immerse your family in the spirit of the season, sip hot cocoa as you stroll through a sea of sparkling Christmas lights and share laughs with a jolly Santa.
Nov. 27: Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony
The day after Thanksgiving, our river parade kicks off the holidays as decorated floats wind through the river in one of the country’s only nighttime river parades. Enjoy the beauty of over a million lights illuminating the River Walk trees and bridges throughout the holiday season.
TBD: Morgan’s Wonderland – A Wonderland Christmas
Make Morgan’s Wonderland a part of your holiday tradition. On Friday and Saturday evenings, have your picture taken with Santa, listen to Christmas carolers in the park, stop by the petting zoo, and enjoy all the rides open at night.
Nov. 27- Jan. 1: Six Flags Fiesta Texas – Holiday in the Park
It’s the most wonderful time of the year as Six Flags Fiesta Texas celebrates Holiday in the Park. Experience the park transformed into a winter wonderland.
