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Are you a fan of flowers, parades, fiestas, and having a good time?
Then the battle of the flowers parade is the place for you. Each year. Each year in our charming city of San Antonio hosts this 126-year-old tradition in the month of April during Fiesta San Antonio.
The Fiesta festival is so large, only Mardi Gras in New Orleans surpasses it in total number of visitors in the U.S. The Battle of Flowers Parade has become one of the most popular events for both locals and visitors alike.
Keep reading on and discover 5 amazing facts that make this parade unique.
The glitz, the glamour, the incredible attention to detail all stems from the fact that the parade is made up entirely of women. That is right, the Battle of the Flowers Parade is the only large scale parade in the United States coordinated entirely by women.
All of the parade volunteers and participants are women. They wear distinct yellow outfits coordinated with yellow hats. All of the operations are directed by these lovely ladies with the help of the Texas Army National Guard.
The tradition dates back to 1891 when an affluent group of San Antonian women decided to hold an event in honor of the heroes, both men and women, of the Alamo.
The heroes of the Alamo fought in the battle of San Jacinto, and that was the battle that led to Texas independence and the beginning of the Republic of Texas.
It's estimated 15,000 people attended the first parade in 1891. Now, the record attendance is calculated at just over 350,000 people attending the annual parade in San Antonio.
Even more impressive is this figure does not include the 2.5 million people tuning in to watch on their TVs or mobile devices. Add in the participants and volunteers who make this parade happen every year, and you’ve got an event that rivals the largest across the globe!
The Battle of the Flowers Association invites public high schools to participate in the parade. The association builds nine floats, and each year different schools are invited to take part in the parade.
Some of the participants include members of the band, student leaders, cheerleaders, and the pep squad. Fiesta is often regarded as a festival celebrating the community, and celebrating the young women leaders within the San Antonio community.
What does "show me your shoes" mean? What started as a bunch of women in heels wanting to be more comfortable on the parade floats began a tradition of today where the queen, princess, and duchesses wear sneakers, boots, and other forms of comfortable shoes.
But it’s much more than that. The “Show me your shoes” has become both a crowd pleaser and a sight to see. The ladies have stepped up their game each year to put on more elaborate customized footware in more and more creative ways – you just have to see it!
When the ladies show their shoes at the request of parade attendees. They reveal bedazzled sandals, customized sneakers, boots and even bunny slippers.
We hope you enjoyed reading about this fun San Antonian tradition. Maybe you'll make it to the battle of the flowers parade next year or share this information with some of your friends.
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More and more people are flocking to San Antonio.
In fact, between July 2015 and July 2016, San Antonio had the third largest population increase in the US. During the one-year period, the city added more than 24,000 people to its population. But why are so many people proud to call the Alamo City their home?
For one, the city is inviting, as it sits atop many lists of the friendliest cities in the US. However, it also offers plenty of fun and adventure.
Here's a look at the top things to do in San Antonio!
Like most big cities, San Antonio has its fair share of nightclubs.
However, the Alamo City is also home to the granddaddy of all parties: Fiesta San Antonio. It is one of the biggest parties in the nation.
At the core of San Antonio party culture are fiesta medals. These miniature trinkets are often traded and collected—and not just at Fiesta! They are the perfect party accessory, as they fit on hats, shirts, and sashes.
Fiesta started off as a small parade in 1891. It began as a way to commemorate the battle of the Alamo and San Jacinto. Today, it is an 11-day annual extravaganza, featuring 3 parades.
Although every Fiesta is big, the next Fiesta is set to be the biggest yet. Fiesta 2018 is the Tricentennial, marking the 300th anniversary of San Antonio. This festivity will serve as a way for the entire city to come together and celebrate the rich history of the city.
Dubbed the Venice of Texas, the San Antonio Riverwalk is chock-full of activities. Best of all, you can take the Rio Taxi to get to your favorite destination.
The Rivercenter Mall is an ideal stop for anyone looking to do some shopping or grab a quick bite to eat. You can catch a movie while you're there as well.
Near the banks of the Riverwalk, you'll also find the Aztec Theatre, which hosts events such as comedy shows and concerts.
Consider a trip to the San Antonio Botanical Garden for one of the most soothing experiences in the city.
Covering 38 acres, the city's official botanical garden offers a look at the beauty nature has to offer. The park devotes 11 acres to the Texas Native Trail, which features over 250 plant species. It's also home to the Lucile Halsell Conservatory, which houses flowers from all over the world.
With benches scattered all over the park, you're sure to find a spot to relax and connect with nature.
Those looking to experience steep drops and giant loops should stop by at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. As their names suggest, rides like Superman: Krypton Coaster and Poltergeist offer plenty of thrills at the park.
If you aren't a full-blown thrill seeker, there are many milder rides you can enjoy as well. For instance, the 90 foot Ferris wheel provides a great view of the surrounding area.
Around the middle of springtime, Fiesta Texas' water park opens up. During this time, visitors can cool down with endless water slides, rapids, and funnels.
Visiting the Alamo is undoubtedly one of the top things to do in San Antonio. However, your dive into the history of the city shouldn't end there.
For starters, Mission San Jose is only a few years younger than the Alamo. Founded in the 1720's, it provides an excellent example of Spanish colonial architecture.
The San Antonio Fire Museum is the place to go if you want to learn about the history of the San Antonio Fire Department. There, you will find no shortage of old photos and equipment.
The five activities listed above are just scratching the surface of what the city has to offer.
From one of the biggest festivals in the country to a relaxing botanical garden, the Alamo City has it all covered. No other city can replicate the experience.
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Yes, you read that correctly. Fiesta medal was walking around Saturday and Sunday at the Fiesta in San Antonio passing out our free fiesta medals! What better way of getting into the festive spirit of fiesta than passing out free fiesta medals designed by our talented team of artists to the wonderful people at the fiesta in San Antonio!
We designed two different limited edition fiesta medals for the 2017 fiesta festival to showcase our various add on option capabilities. One fiesta medal showcased our glitter and crystal option whereas the other showcased our crystal and glow in the dark options. Both fiesta medals were a big hit at 2017 Fiesta! We released our locations for people to come and get their free medal. Some of the places fiesta medal visited were Fiesta Oyster Bake, Fiesta Market Square, King William Fair, and the San Antonio Riverwalk.
After the fiesta festival was over we conducted a social giveaway contest for all the people who grabbed one of our fiesta medals. We drew a number for each medal design and whomever had that limited edition number on the back of their fiesta medal won 100 free medals!
If you missed us for 2017 medal giveaway, don't worry, we will be passing out more free fiesta medals for the 2018 Fiesta Festival! See our pictures below of our team at the 2017 Fiesta Festival passing out our free fiesta medals. Stay tuned for more contests and promotions.
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It's almost that time of year again in San Antonio, Texas where we celebrate the colorful Fiesta San Antonio Festival. FiestaMedal.net has been honored to have designed over 100 different 2017 custom fiesta medals this year for Fiesta San Antonio 2017. This is the last week to get your Fiesta Medal orders in so we can make them in time for the Fiesta San Antonio Festival. Check out some of our 2017 Fiesta Medals that we already made for our happy customers.
If you order by Noon on Friday April 7th we can get your Offset Printed Fiesta Medals made and delivered to you before the Fiesta San Antonio Festival. Please note, the cut off date is for Offset Printed Medals only.
If you want Soft Enamel Medals then you must order by noon on Wednesday April 5th, 2017.
Contact Fiesta Medal today to help you with your custom fiesta medal order by calling us at 1-877-351-6883 or by completing our no obligation free quote form.
