San Antonio, Texas Civic Calendar — 2026

Federal holidays, state holidays, school year, election dates, and local civic events tracked by The San Antonio.

Jan 1, 2026
New Year's Day
PublicHoliday
Jan 19, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
PublicHoliday
Feb 11, 2026
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo

One of Texas' largest annual events, this multi-week February rodeo, livestock show, carnival, and concert series has been a San Antonio cornerstone since 1949. Held at Frost Bank Center, 1 AT&T Center Parkway.

Festival
Feb 16, 2026
Presidents' Day
PublicHoliday
Mar 2, 2026
Texas Independence Day

Commemorates the 1836 Texas Declaration of Independence. Observed statewide.

PublicHoliday
Mar 8, 2026
Daylight Saving Time begins
Event
Apr 15, 2026
Tax Day (federal income tax filing deadline)

Federal income tax returns due. Extensions filable via Form 4868.

Event
Apr 18, 2026
Fiesta San Antonio

An 11-day citywide celebration in mid-to-late April with more than 100 events including the Battle of Flowers Parade, Fiesta Flambeau, NIOSA, and the Texas Cavaliers River Parade, dating to 1891. Held at Citywide (Downtown, River Walk, Alamo Plaza).

Festival
Apr 21, 2026
San Jacinto Day

Marks the 1836 Battle of San Jacinto that secured Texas independence. A Texas state holiday.

PublicHoliday
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day
PublicHoliday
Jun 1, 2026 — Nov 30, 2026
Hurricane Season

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 – November 30. Local emergency-management offices issue regular updates during active storms.

Event
Jun 19, 2026
Juneteenth
PublicHoliday
Jul 4, 2026
Independence Day
PublicHoliday
Aug 17, 2026
Texas public schools start

Most Texas school districts begin the academic year in mid-to-late August.

Event
Sep 7, 2026
Labor Day
PublicHoliday
Sep 18, 2026
Diez y Seis de Septiembre / Fiestas Patrias

San Antonio's celebration of Mexican Independence and Hispanic Heritage Month, anchored by the El Grito ceremony and a weekend of mariachi, folklorico, food, and artisans at Market Square. Held at Historic Market Square, 514 W Commerce St.

Festival
Oct 12, 2026
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
PublicHoliday
Oct 25, 2026
Day of the Dead River Parade

An annual late-October Dia de los Muertos river parade featuring decorated barges with calaveras, catrinas, and alebrijes drifting through downtown along the River Walk. Held at San Antonio River Walk.

Festival
Nov 1, 2026
Daylight Saving Time ends
Event
Nov 3, 2026
Election Day

General election day in even-numbered years.

Event
Nov 11, 2026
Veterans Day
PublicHoliday
Nov 25, 2026
Ford Holiday River Parade

Held the day after Thanksgiving, this festive parade of illuminated floats and entertainment kicks off the holiday season as 200,000+ lights are turned on along the River Walk. Held at San Antonio River Walk.

Festival
Nov 26, 2026
Thanksgiving Day
PublicHoliday
Dec 25, 2026
Christmas Day
PublicHoliday

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About this calendar

This calendar combines federal holidays, state-specific observances for Texas, civic recurring events (Tax Day, Election Day, DST), and seasonal events that affect San Antonio, Texas residents. It is updated annually as official dates are confirmed.

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