Celebrate Spring Break in Downtown San Antonio
Published on March 03, 2026
SAN ANTONIO (March 3, 2026) — The City of San Antonio invites the community to visit Historic Market Square, La Villita Historic Arts Village and Houston Street this March for fun, free events and to celebrate spring break.
While enjoying La Villita and Market Square events, don’t forget to stop inside their stores to shop for one-of-a-kind treasures.
La Villita Events (418 Villita Street)
Sana Sunday: Taekwondo Self-Defense
Sunday, March 8, 10 a.m. – noon; free
Start your Sunday with a free taekwondo self-defense class led by Chris Navarro of Navarro's Taekwondo Academy. For more information, visit the La Villita website.
Craft Tuesday: Decorated Planter Pots
Tuesday, March 10, 6-8 p.m.; free
Enjoy a free, family-friendly DIY evening in the Cos House at La Villita Historic Arts Village. This month’s Craft Tuesday invites attendees to decorate a planter pot and take home a complimentary succulent to plant in their newly created piece. Arrive early to enjoy dinner or drinks from onsite restaurants. Registration is required; sign up online. All supplies are provided. Downtown Tuesday free parking begins at 5 p.m. in City-owned lots and garages. For more information, visit the La Villita website.
St. Patrick's Day Festival & River Parade
Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16; free; view full event schedule
Join Visit San Antonio and The Harp & Shamrock Society of Texas for a fun-filled weekend festival along the River Walk and at La Villita. The weekend festivities will include dyeing the river green with eco-friendly dye, an artisan show, live entertainment, and more! For more information and a full event schedule, visit the San Antonio River Walk website.
Dancing in the Dark
Tuesday, March 24, 6-8 p.m.; free
Looking for a fun, free date night? Join us for La Villita’s Dancing in the Dark series with free dance lessons in Maverick Plaza! Come a little early to grab a bite or a beverage from onsite restaurants. Downtown Tuesday free parking begins at 5 p.m. in City-owned lots and garages. For more information, visit the La Villita website.
Market Square Events (514 W. Commerce Street)
Market Square Spring Fest
March 12-15; begins at 10 a.m., check event schedule for full details; free
It’s spring break at Historic Market Square, and that means it’s time to celebrate! Sponsored by the Farmers Market Association, come enjoy live music, great food, family-friendly activities, and shopping. For more information and event hours, visit the Market Square website.
Market Square Weekends: Live Performances, Local Eats & Art in Action
Every weekend, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; free
Enjoy music, working artists, and food booths at Market Square every weekend in March. For more information and the entertainment lineup, visit the Market Square website.
Downtown Events
Lunch Break on Houston Street (in front of the Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston Street)
Thursday, March 5 & 19, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Enjoy food trucks and live music along Houston Street in front of the Majestic Theatre. For more information, follow @satxfoodtrucks on Instagram.
Make a Plan
Downtown can get busy, so make a plan. Take public transportation, rideshare, taxis, bike, walk, or consult Google Maps or Waze before you leave. Visit the City’s Know Before You Go Downtown website for helpful resources and parking information. Find nearby VIA Metropolitan Transit routes by visiting Google Maps and selecting the public transport option. VIA also offers its Link ride-sharing service for $1.30 a ride within its downtown service area zone and Park & Ride for certain large events. For more details, visit VIA’s website.
Visitor Parking
For easy, convenient, and affordable parking, visit the City’sSAPark website.Theparking mapprovides a full list of City-owned garages and lots. Note that event parking rates (up to $15 at City parking facilities) may be in effect at some parking facilities during busy event weekends.
The St. Mary’s Garage (205 E. Travis St.) and the City Tower Garage (60 N. Flores St.) are located just steps from the River Walk, Houston Street and Travis Park and generally, there are many parking spots. Downtown Tuesday offers free parking on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. in City-owned parking facilities, and City Tower Sundays offers free parking on Sundays from 7 a.m. to midnight at the City Tower Garage (60 N. Flores St.).