Holiday Tamale Festival Lights Up Congo Falls River
San Antonio is bustling with holiday cheer, and this weekend marks the opening of the highly anticipated Congo Falls gorilla exhibit at the San Antonio Zoo. This new exhibit concludes a 35-year absence of gorillas from the zoo and covers an area of two acres.
Key Highlights of the Holiday Weekend
Visitors can expect a festive atmosphere throughout the city with various holiday events planned. Here are some of the notable attractions:
- Congo Falls Gorilla Exhibit: Opens Saturday at 10 a.m. Visitors can enjoy a spectacular drone show featuring 350 drones lighting up the night sky at 8 p.m.
- Holiday Tamale Festival: Hosted by Pullman Market from 1-5 p.m. This free event features local tamale vendors and family-friendly activities.
- The Children’s Nutcracker: A delightful performance by young artists from December 12-14 at the Lila Cockrell Stage.
- Ballet San Antonio’s Nutcracker: Running from December 12-14, this ballet features over 100 children and live music.
- Christmas at the Caverns: This event offers a light show and festive activities every weekend in December until the 23rd.
Other Seasonal Celebrations
San Antonio will also host several other seasonal activities this weekend:
- Frozen: The Broadway Musical: A special theatrical performance running until December 23 at the San Pedro Playhouse.
- Holidays at Hemisfair: A transformation of Civic Park into a winter wonderland with an ice rink open until January 3, 2024.
- Movie in the Park: Families can enjoy a screening of “The Santa Clause” at the Tower of the Americas on December 13.
- River of Lights: A festive event featuring free photos with Santa, real snow, and snow slides occurring from 4-8 p.m.
This festive weekend invites all to partake in the joyful spirit of the season while exploring the new Congo Falls exhibit and other exciting events filtering through the city. Celebrate the holidays in San Antonio with family, friends, and unforgettable experiences.
