Welcome to the Ford Parade of Lights on the San Antonio River Walk

SAN ANTONIO – Big, beautiful lanterns will light up the River Walk over the next two weekends for the Ford Parade of Lights.

As you walk or dine on the River Walk, you’ll see parade floats with different light themes and illuminated props floating for about two and a half miles down the river.

San Antonio Riverwalk Lanterns on the Water
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There will be 10 to 12 floats, each 26-feet-long, floating from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. every night between Aug. 30 and Sept. 2 and Sept. 7-8.

Floats do not travel through the Shops at Rivercenter or into the Convention Center lagoons because of the heavy weekend boat traffic, according to the San Antonio River Walk website.

If inclement weather conditions happen, the parade could be canceled any night. Updates can be found on the San Antonio River Walk social media page.

The Ford Parade of Lights is a free and family-friendly event.

Lanterns on floats
(San Antonio River Walk)

In the heart of San Antonio, the River Walk will soon be aglow with the magical Ford Parade of Lights. From August 30 to September 2 and again on September 7-8, visitors can enjoy the spectacle of 10 to 12 floats, each measuring 26 feet in length, floating gracefully along the river from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. every evening.

This family-friendly event promises to delight as the floats showcase various light themes, creating a dazzling display that stretches for approximately two and a half miles. As you stroll or dine along the River Walk, be sure to keep an eye out for these illuminated marvels.

While the floats will not pass through certain areas due to heavy boat traffic, there will still be plenty to see and enjoy. And in the event of inclement weather, updates can be found on the San Antonio River Walk social media page.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the Ford Parade of Lights, a free event that offers a magical evening for all ages. Join us for an unforgettable night of lights, lanterns, and riverfront charm.