About this Event
Celebrate the Holidays Along the River Walk
Experience one of San Antonio's most beloved holiday traditions from InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk.
On Friday, November 27, join us for the 2026 Ford Holiday River Parade, where illuminated floats, festive music and holiday magic bring the River Walk to life.
Whether you're gathering around the table for a special holiday dinner or enjoying the parade with family and friends, we've created two ways to experience the evening, complete with reserved River Walk seating and complimentary parking.
Premium Holiday Dining & Parade Experience | $120
Begin your evening with a specially curated holiday dinner by Cavalier, followed by seating along the River Walk for the Ford Holiday River Parade.
Your Premium experience includes:
- Holiday dinner curated by Cavalier
- Reserved River Walk parade seating
- Complimentary valet parking
A Taste of the Evening
Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared holiday menu featuring:
- Truffled Deviled Eggs: Summer truffle, aioli, black tobiko, chives and parmesan
- Caesar Salad: Baby gem, radicchio, white anchovies, tomatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano and crostini
- Steak Frites (Family-Style): Sirloin cap steak, Parmigiano-Reggiano fries and Café de Paris butter
- Coq au Vin (Family-Style): Red wine-braised chicken, herbs, bacon lardon and root vegetables
- Dessert: Assorted mini desserts
A children's option of chicken tenders with plain fries, ranch and BBQ sauce is also featured on the menu.
Select Your Dinner Seating Time:
- 4:00 PM
- 4:15 PM
- 4:30 PM
- 4:45 PM
- 5:00 PM
Your selected ticket time indicates your dinner seating time, not the parade start time. The Ford Holiday River Parade begins at 6 PM.
General Admission Parade Viewing | $55
Enjoy the holiday magic from your seat along the River Walk as the Ford Holiday River Parade makes its way through downtown San Antonio.
Your General Admission experience includes:
- Reserved River Walk parade seating
- Complimentary self-parking
General Admission Arrival: 5:30 PM
Please note that dinner, food and beverages are not included with General Admission tickets.
Sip & Celebrate
A mobile bar will be available throughout the evening, offering beverages for purchase as you enjoy the holiday festivities along the River Walk.
Beverages are not included with either ticket type and are available for purchase separately.
Event Details
Date: Friday, November 27, 2026
Location: InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk
Premium Dinner: Beginning at 4:00 PM, based on your selected seating time
General Admission Arrival: 5:30 PM
Ford Holiday River Parade: Begins at 6:00 PM
Parking Information
Complimentary parking is included with your ticket purchase.
- Premium Admission: Complimentary valet parking
- General Admission: Complimentary self-parking
Additional parking and arrival instructions will be provided to ticket holders prior to the event.
Please Note
- All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
- Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.
- Premium and General Admission both include reserved River Walk parade seating.
- Premium dinner seating times must be selected during ticket purchase.
- Please arrive at your designated time to ensure a smooth experience.
- Dinner is exclusively included with Premium Admission.
- Parking is complimentary according to your purchased ticket type.
Make this year's holiday tradition one to remember. We look forward to celebrating with you along the River Walk.
Event venue & nearby stays
InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk by IHG, 111 East Pecan Street, San Antonio, United States
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