Writer: Jerrica DuBois
2 min read September 2022 — Labor Day, formed out of the labor movement of the 19th century, was created to honor the achievements of the American worker. Many will have the day off to reflect on that history and celebrate. In San Antonio, residents are flush with choices on how to spend the day and weekend including county fairs, parades or even just enjoying some good food and a cold drink. Invest: explores some of the popular options to spend this Labor Day weekend in the Alamo City.
Labor Day Artisan Show, presented by Hiltons of San Antonio
Those interested in doing a little shopping this Labor Day weekend can head Downtown for the Labor Day Artisan Show at San Antonio’s Downtown River Walk. This event will be taking place all weekend, Friday through Monday, where patrons can browse more than 40 artisan booths consisting of pottery, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beading and other items. This event is free to the public and begins at 11AM each day.
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Tap Takeover
Beer enthusiasts, your favorite taps have officially been hijacked this Labor Day Weekend. Q Kitchen Bar will play host as Weathered Souls Brewing Co. shows off their best local brews. Those coming to the event will be able to enjoy live music, delicious cuisine, refreshing summer cocktails, cold beer and much more.The event is open to the public and will be running from Saturday, Sept. 3, through Sunday, Sept. 4.
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116th Annual Kendall County Fair
There’s fun for the entire family and no shortage of options at the 116th Annual Kendall County Fair. This weekend-long collection of events is a culmination of the work that the Kendall County Fair Association has been doing for over 100 years. Guests can spend the holiday weekend enjoying live music, rodeos, extreme bull riding, all-day shows, tons of food and shopping vendors, a livestock show, a parade on Main Street, carnival, BBQ cookoff and other fun activities.
To purchase tickets to the weekend’s events register here.
SARR Labor Day Whine Run
For the active San Antonian, the San Antonio RoadRunners are hosting a local 5k Whine run on Sept. 5 to celebrate Labor Day. Participants will head to Tuscany Venue for the in-person event where they will receive a wine glass, and runners over 21 will be eligible for two free wine pours. There is also a virtual option for those who will be out of town or simply prefer to run the race wherever they would like and at their own pace. After the race, Tuscany Venue will host an after-race party. The festivities will include a live DJ, food, wine and refreshments.
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Ford Parade of Lights
The Ford Parade of Lights takes place every year on the San Antonio River Walk. Guests can spend the evening watching ten 26-foot-long boats with one-of-a-kind light technology displays float around the River Walk’s downtown area. The parade will run Sept. 2 through Sept. 4, and then again on Sept. 9 through Sept 11.
Weather permitting, the floats make two laps through downtown from 8-10 PM. The floats will not go into the Shops at Rivercenter or into the Convention Center lagoons as in previous years due to heavy boat traffic.
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