Coca-Cola Classic Christmas coming to Toyota Field this holiday season
The holiday season is still a few months away, but Toyota Field is already giving people something to be excited about come late November with the first-ever Coca-Cola Classic Christmas.
Grand marshal, theme announced for San Antonio Holiday River Parade
Itโs never too early to start planning for the holiday season โ Visit San Antonio has announced the grand marshal and other details for the San Antonio Holiday River Parade.
AAA Texas: 5 million+ Texans expected to hit the roads the week of 4th of July
AAA Texas is expanding their travel forecast from five to nine days as more than five million people are expected to travel over the holiday week.
Get free photos with the Easter Bunny at Bass Pro Shops and Cabelaโs
Families looking to take photos with the Easter Bunny this year can get their pictures taken for free at Bass Pro Shops and Cabelaโs stores.
These sobering St. Patrickโs Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
A tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrickโs life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
The most stressful time of the year doesnโt have to be, mental health advocate says
For some battling mental illness, the holiday season can be the most difficult time of the year, as high expectations, loneliness, stress, and anxiety could all lead to a mental health breakdown.
Holiday togetherness can also mean family fights. But there are ways to try to sidestep the drama
The holidays, a time where families and friends can get together to talk, to laugh โ or get into screaming arguments.
Windcrest is famous for its Christmas displays. It started with one womanโs idea and a few strands of lights.
Barbee Winn, one of the original developers of Windcrest, thought some lights could spread the word about a brand new neighborhood. She was right.
H-E-B to host annual Feast of Sharing on Saturday at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
H-E-B will host its annual Feast of Sharing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 23 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center located at 99 East Market Street.
Military mass exodus adds to holiday hustle and bustle at San Antonio International airport
About 4,000 members of the military are flying out of San Antonio's airport this week as they head home for the holidays. This is in addition to the usual holiday crowds of travelers.
More than 7200 pets are looking for loving homes before the holidays
National non-profit organization Petco Love is teaming up with shelters and adoption centers all over San Antonio to find loving homes for animals.
San Antonio nonprofit shines light on oldest military cemetery in Texas for the holidays
The Alamo City is home to one of the largest military cemeteries in the nation, Fort Sam Houston, and itโs also home to the oldest military cemetery in Texas โ San Antonio National Cemetery. A local nonprofit is working to ensure those buried there are remembered.
Local musician, Austin Mahone, handing out gifts to families this holiday season
Austin Mahone, along with LilJay and Icon Talks will be giving out gifts to families at El Remedio for the holiday season.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17
The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Looking for ways to teach kids how to give this holiday? Nonprofits say they need volunteers
The Salvation Army says their donations are down this year, because there's a shortage of bell ringers. Only about 20 to 40 volunteers are filling in the 100 sites used to ring bells. There's still time to help them.
CocaโCola Holiday Caravan is coming to San Antonio with free Santa photos and goodies. Hereโs where
The CocaโCola Holiday Caravan is headed to various places around the Alamo City like the San Antonio Zoo and Frost Bank Center to share some cheer and free goodies.
Your holiday decorations could win Starbucks gift cards for you and your neighborhood
Starbucks is launching a contest this weekend to reward a few people whose holiday displays bring cheer to their neighborhood.
Nearly 2 million pounds of gift wrap goes to the landfill โ so think sustainable wrapping
Remember the less we send to the landfill, the less carbon that is released into our environment, which can combat climate change!
Building gingerbread houses for the holidays? Share with us your creations!
Submit a photo of your gingerbread house, and if you are still in the midst of building one or plan on doing so, also read for best tips and practices on how to do so.
Celebrate New Yearโs Eve with these fancy parties, dinners and fireworks in San Antonio
Here comes the boom! New Yearโs Eve is right around the corner, meaning several places around San Antonio are planning their big dinners, parties and fireworks celebrations.
Travelers get free overnight parking at Stone Oak Park & Ride, can take VIA service to airport
The โVIA Park and Airportโ service is available for roundtrip express service to the San Antonio International Airport at $2.60 per person each way.
Annual holiday memorial service to be held this Sunday for loved ones lost
The Baptist Medical Center is holding its annual Holiday Memorial Service this Sunday to help those who are coping with grief over the upcoming holidays.
Military families more likely to experience grief, isolation during holidays, nonprofits say
Nonprofits across San Antonio say military families are more likely to feel grief, isolation or sadness during the holiday season. If youโve been feeling this way, youโre not alone.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10
The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Shopping for gifts? Hereโs what on sale right now
If you missed out on Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales extravaganzas, don't worry. Consumer Reports did some deal-hunting and found discounts on some of their top-rated products.
โIt can happen to anybody:โ Family on NW side searches for answers after packages stolen from their front porch
The San Antonio Police Department said its expecting an increase in porch pirate thefts ahead of the holidays.
Schertz to host free Holidazzle event with ice skating, food trucks, Santa and night parade
Holidazzle 2023 will be held on Dec. 2 at the Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex located at 1400 Schertz Parkway.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3
The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Restaurants overcoming labor challenges, open to hire during the holidays
The top challenge facing the hospitality industry is the labor shortage, with many restaurants changing how they do business to achieve long-term survival.
Stress felt during holidays impacts womenโs and menโs hearts differently, research says
A study unearthed a striking revelation: women experienced more pronounced tightening in their small peripheral arteries compared to men under mental stress.
7 ways to prevent packages from getting stolen this holiday season
In light of Wednesday being National Package Protection Day, there are some security measures that can be taken to ensure the gifts you order stay in your possession, and not get in the hands of porch pirates.
Palo Alto College kicks off free Winter Wonderland light display with community festival on Thursday
The Winter Wonderland light display will be open daily from 6-9 p.m. until Dec. 22.
Leading SA: San Antonio Food Bankโs chief sustainability officer discusses holiday season needs, programs
Michael Guerra, chief sustainability officer of the San Antonio Food Bank, joined Leading SA this weekend to talk about the current needs and various programs you can participate in during this holiday season.
Where to see holiday lights in San Antonio and surrounding areas
From drive-thru light parks to an old Hollywood film set in Boerne, here are some of the places you can check out lights in San Antonio and the surrounding areas.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26
The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
These are the days to find best deals on tech, clothing, toys, appliances
Black Friday may have stretched into several weeks, but Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday is still prime time for discounts. Using some shopping strategies can help you stretch your holiday dollar.
How to stay healthy during the holiday season
As holiday festivities are approaching and temperatures on the chilly side, the City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District (Metro Health) is encouraging the community to take safety measures to stay healthy while preparing for the upcoming celebrations and family gatherings.
Shades of Christmas greet Thanksgiving travelers at San Antonioโs airport
People heading out of San Antonio's airport during the busiest Thanksgiving season found themselves in the Christmas spirit, thanks to newly-placed decorations.
Restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving in San Antonio
If Thanksgiving crept up on you and you donโt feel like weaving through grocery store lines to prep for a feast, plenty of San Antonio restaurants will be open on Turkey Day to feed you and your loved ones.
Details released for San Antonioโs official New Yearโs Eve celebration, fireworks display
The San Antonio Parks Foundation says Celebrate SA will take place at Hemisfair, on the River Walk and the streets of downtown. The party will start at 6 p.m. on New Yearโs Eve and continue with fireworks at midnight. It is free and open to the public.
Donate gifts through The Giving Machine at the Pearl this holiday season
The Pearl will host The Giving Machine this holiday season, allowing people to donate to a wide range of charitable organizations through a kiosk.
City of San Antonio releases list of closures for Thanksgiving holiday
City Hall and most municipal offices in San Antonio will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 to observe the Thanksgiving holiday.