Two beloved holiday downtown traditions will return to bring a bundle of holiday joy on Friday.

Many San Antonians are breathing a sigh of relief now that the nearly yearlong construction project on lower Broadway is complete, with the area reopening this week.

Long-anticipated plans to restore a historic hotel have been given a green light.

After buying the downtown landmark in early 2024, the developers behind the revamp of the Villita Assembly Hall have moved quickly to prepare it for its next life.

Now that August is over, there are plenty of fun events happening in September.

UTSA signed a letter of intent to purchase the 18-story office building in early August to further expand its presence downtown.

New Flix, local brewery, shop local for a good cause & get Spurs gear, Fashion for Smiles, SA Vibes & River Walk’s newest hotel.

Vroom vroom: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks are coming to San Antonio this weekend. The Alamo City will also host free summer events — both indoor and outdoor — and chances to take in amazing art from locals.

There are several patriotic events planned downtown this weekend, like parades on the River Walk. There are also free events happening across the area.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 76, known as the oldest post in Texas, was vandalized.

Downtown San Antonio will host several events this Fourth of July.

Saturday marks the first day of Pride Month, and San Antonio will have a hike and 5K, a River Walk parade and more events to celebrate.

If you’re looking to stay in San Antonio or venture out of the city limits on this three-day weekend, here’s what to know.

A downtown San Antonio tradition will return for its 67th season this summer.

The Summer Concert Series at the Shops at Rivercenter is returning for a second year.

A free monthly concert series on the River Walk will open this week with music from a Texas artist.

Visit San Antonio is launching River Walk Live!, a monthly series that will provide free concerts at The Arneson Theatre.

Visitors to downtown San Antonio can now hop on an adults-only river barge that’s complete with a mariachi band.

The convenience of living downtown comes at a cost. Everything is walkable, but finding parking can be a challenge. Those who live downtown say they are surrounded by culture and vibrance — and the tradeoff is worth it.

Locals and tourists alike think of the River Walk when they think of downtown. Here’s how it all got started.

The Alamo, River Walk, San Fernando Cathedral. They are all iconic places that serve as icons of San Antonio and touchstones in the middle of a bustling city. But what is it like to live in the shadow of these tourist hot spots? In this episode of "Know My Neighborhood," we talk to those who live and work in the downtown neighborhood.

KSAT explores life as a local, from those who call downtown home.

Thousands of people are expected to line the banks of the San Antonio River on Monday, April 22 for the 79th annual Texas Cavaliers River Parade.

South and Central Texas’ hidden gems and favorite tourist destinations are being recognized as some of the best in the country.

The San Antonio River is gearing up for St. Patrick’s Day.

During draining portions of the River Walk between Jan. 12-14, San Antonio River Authority (SARA) biologists collected and relocated 2,000 Apple snails to other parts of the river.

The River Walk in downtown San Antonio will be drained for routine maintenance from Friday through Jan. 21.

The body of a man was found floating Tuesday morning in the San Antonio River along the River Walk downtown.

Here comes the boom! New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, meaning several places around San Antonio are planning their big dinners, parties and fireworks celebrations.

The official kickoff to the holiday season in San Antonio will celebrate its 42nd year in 2023.

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 Year’s Eve and continue with fireworks at midnight. It is free and open to the public.

we’re feeling fall, ya’ll! Oktoberfest pairings and a fun fall event on the River Walk, fall fashion,

A downtown property is set to undergo a major transformation that will see apartment, office and hotel uses fronting the River Walk, minutes away from the Pearl.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 76 carries a high profile as “The Oldest Post in Texas.” Veterans travel from across the country for ceremonies in San Antonio.

According to a news release from the City of San Antonio, three historic bridges will be closed alternately over the next two months for repairs.

Riverwalk Floral Designs is still trying to bounce back from the pandemic, and now they’re dealing with the aftermath of a smash-and-grab.

A teen walking along the riverwalk was shot after refusing to give his phone and money to a man Saturday night, according to San Antonio police.

On Saturday at 11 a.m. is the Armed Forces River Parade, a free patriotic parade dedicated to the men and women who serve in all branches of the military.

Have you ever wondered how the San Antonio River Walk stays so clean? Do you know what goes into the beautification of one of the top attractions in the city?

More police presence is coming to one of San Antonio’s fastest-growing areas in the heart of the city.

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San Antonio was recently named the No. 1 city in Texas with the most green space.

Thousands of people gathered for the 41st annual Ford Holiday River Parade at the San Antonio River Walk on Friday.

The holiday season will be in full swing this week along the San Antonio River Walk as the Ford Holiday River Parade returns for its 41st year.

It’s customary for San Antonio sports champions to celebrate on the River Walk — but the San Antonio FC took it a jump further.

The River Walk lights are turned on every year the day after Thanksgiving at the start of the Ford Holiday River Parade. They always stay up through at least New Year’s Day.

A new outdoor destination has opened along downtown San Antonio’s River Walk.

Fall kick-off week continues with the biggest county fair in South Texas, a River Walk restaurant and fall vibes!

Our birthday week continues! We’re bringing you cakes, cocktails, sleepovers, mini pancakes, Money Saving Wednesday...

Joe Jones, 33, is also known as the “Texas Bushman.” He has more than 2.1 million followers on TikTok and his pranks have been liked by 27.6 million people. He’s also been seen on YouTube and other social media platforms.

San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers are searching for a man accused of stabbing two teenagers on the River Walk following a fight.

A man was killed and another man was arrested following an altercation along the River Walk late Wednesday night, according to police.

The River Walk in downtown San Antonio is home to a new pizza restaurant and wine bar.

Giant lanterns will light up the San Antonio River Walk on select dates August and September for the Ford Parade of Lanterns.

Whether you’re a San Antonio native or an out-of-towner, the River Walk is one of the must-see attractions in the Alamo City.

On Saturday, at 5:30 a.m., officers responded near the intersection of Crockett and Navarro Streets for a stabbing.

An argument took a dangerous turn after a homeless man stabbed two teens near the River Walk early Saturday, according to San Antonio police.

Recent violent incidents at the San Antonio River Walk have sparked concerns as tourists and locals visit during summer vacation.

Dinner on the San Antonio River Walk took a turn for the worse when staff and a customer got into a brawl over the bill.

Hops and Hounds plans to open a new location along the River Walk.

The River Walk has gained a new eatery called Sugar Factory, which serves over-the-top desserts and dishes like the 24K Gold Burger for $150. (Yes, it’s a burger that’s covered in edible gold.)

The annual Fiesta Noche del Rio, the city’s longest-running outdoor musical revue, will host a performance Saturday night at the Arneson River Theater.

A man’s body was pulled from the San Antonio River along the River Walk on Monday morning, according to police.

General admission tickets are $50 per person and include one sangria. VIP tickets are $100 and include all-you-can-drink sangria, a reserved table and a gift bag, among other perks.

A new building along the San Antonio River Walk is celebrating a major milestone.

This year’s Pride Month will feature the first-ever Bud Light Pride River Parade by Visit San Antonio on June 18. Maggie Thompson, director of River Walk operations, joined this episode of the South Texas Pride Q&A series to discuss more about the parade and what visitors can expect.

The Stella Artois Drift and Dine cruise is back at the San Antonio River Walk after being put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Downtown business is back at pre-pandemic levels, but the service industry staffing still isn’t.

There was a sea of people in downtown San Antonio and on the River Walk for St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities Saturday. It’s a sight that hasn’t been seen in two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Inflation could make vacations more expensive. So how will that affect one of San Antonio's biggest industries -- tourism?

The City of San Antonio has unveiled the 16-foot “Stargazer (Citlali)” sculpture in the heart of the River Walk.

We asked the KSAT team what odd items have been found during the routine draining and cleaning of the San Antonio River.

If you have been to the San Antonio River Walk this week, you might have noticed a big change as the river has been drained for both cleaning and minor construction.

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in January.

From the winter storm and the Astroworld tragedy to new Texas laws and trash diving in the River Walk, these are the stories y’all read most this year.

Adam says he’s a bit nervous about the idea of rappelling 21 stories down the Thompson Hotel on the River Walk on Friday’s KSAT 12 News at 5 p.m.

If you’re looking for the best place to see holiday lights in all of Texas, look no further than the San Antonio River Walk.

Although Thanksgiving is just around the corner, Christmas preparations are officially underway in San Antonio.

Brooks on Wednesday celebrated the completion of a $2 million project that connects the Greenline Park in the community to the Mission Reach and River Walk.

The River Walk will look different this week, and that’s because the city is going to drain it for routine maintenance.

It may be chilly outside, but the Texas Cavaliers heated things up on Thursday morning with details about the 2022 Fiesta event.

The famous San Antonio River Walk holiday lights will make an early return for the 2021 season.

Thursday is being declared an Ozone Action Day for the San Antonio area.

Wednesday is being declared an Ozone Action Day for the San Antonio area.

Saturday is an Ozone Action Day for the San Antonio area.

KSAT’s David Elder has embarked on an adventure called “Texas Eats,” an hour-long show that airs on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KSAT 12, KSAT.com and our streaming app.

A 50-year-old man is dead after two suspects confronted him on the River Walk and pushed him into the San Antonio River, according to police.

The remnants of a category 1 hurricane in 1921 caused death and destruction in San Antonio, but they also helped push for change.

It was on this day in

YouTube diving sensation Brandon Jordan says he was near death after a battle with COVID-19 that landed him in the hospital.

The COVID-19 risk level that fell to the green zone of “low” in the months after the vaccine rollout has now increased to “severe.”And it’s listed as “worsening.”

Though vaccinations are increasing throughout Bexar County, COVID-19 cases continue to persist in the community.

The sights and sounds of San Antonio came alive at the Arneson River Theater on Saturday for a production that has entertained guests at the River Walk for 64 years.

Giant lanterns will light up the River Walk on select dates August and September for the Ford Parade of Lanterns.

KSAT’s David Elder has embarked on an adventure called “Texas Eats,” an hour-long show that airs on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KSAT 12, KSAT.com and our streaming app.

Nearly 60 deaths were added to the state's official winter storm death toll in the latest update released on July 13.

San Antonio is a foodie’s paradise when it comes to the wide array of options available for locals and tourists to enjoy.

Tourists got a chance to see Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies throughout the Riverwalk Saturday as they kicked off their Hats on the Riverwalk Campaign.

Downtown businesses’ issues with people experiencing homelessness have spurred the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office to send deputies on patrol along the River Walk -- though not in great numbers nor with the ability to enforce all the local laws.

Treasure diver Brandon Jordan featured the popular New Braunfels tube chute to feature on his popular “Jiggin’ With Jordan” YouTube channel.