Western Heritage Vaquero Cook-Off
Friday, January 31 – Sunday, February 2, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free
Location: Historic Market Square, 514 W. Commerce Street
Head to Market Square to enjoy some of the traditional staples of the vaqueros from the 1800s. Enjoy culinary offerings such as chili, menudo, and arroz con pollo as cook-off teams compete for the honor of grand champion. For more information, visit the Market Square website.
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Stampede 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, February 1, 9 a.m.; registration required
Location: Milam Park, 201 W. Commerce St.
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Stampede 5K Run/Walk takes place on the streets of historic downtown San Antonio, starting and ending at Milam Park. After participating in the Stampede 5K, stick around to watch the Western Heritage Cattle Drive & Parade and enjoy great entertainment at the Vaquero Cook-Off at Historic Market Square. To register, visit the event website.
Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive
Saturday, February 1, 10:50 a.m.; free
Location: Downtown Houston Street
Step back in time to celebrate our historic Texas roots and kick-off the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo! The parade route runs through historic Houston Street and features a cattle drive of Texas longhorns, mounted infantry groups, authentic wagons, and heritage organizations that come together to participate in a display of the western heritage and local culture of San Antonio and Texas. For more information, visit the event website.
Yee Haw in Travis Park & Legacy Park
Saturday, February 1, 12-4 p.m.; free
Locations: Travis Park, 301 E. Travis Street and Legacy Park, 107 W. Houston St.
After the Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive on Houston Street, enjoy rodeo festivities at Travis Park and Legacy Park. Centro San Antonio and partners will sponsor free, family-friendly rodeo activities, including photo opportunities, live music, barbecue, and more. For more information, visit Centro’s Facebook page.
Rodeo Roundup
Saturday, February 22 – Sunday, February 23, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free
Location: Historic Market Square, 514 W. Commerce Street
Stop by Market Square to continue your rodeo celebration with live bands, working artists, pop-up vendors, and a petting zoo! For more information, visit the Market Square website.
