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Celebrate the Season: Top Fall & Holiday Events at Pearl San Antonio

Pearl offers fun and festivities this fall and winter with Día de los Muertos, Taste of Pearl, Mariachi Showcase and more. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.

SAN ANTONIO  – It’s time to start looking ahead to the fall season and the many exciting events planned. Connect with culture, creativity, and community at San Antonio’s Pearl as it brings a vibrant lineup of fall and winter events from September through December. Whether celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month or getting into the holiday spirit, here is everything happening at Pearl for the rest of the year. (Pearl, 2026)

Date(s)EventHighlights
Sunday, Sept 13Mariachi ShowcaseLocal mariachi performances, art, and an authentic celebration of San Antonio culture.
Tuesday, Sept 15Viva DieciséisKick off Hispanic Heritage Month for Mexican Independence Day with live music, public art, and a special ceremony.
Wednesdays (Sept 16 – Nov 25)Fall Night MarketsMidweek evening market featuring local small businesses and unique artisan vendors.
Tuesday, Oct 27 – Tuesday, Nov 3Día de los MuertosLarger-than-life altars, curated art installations, live music, and a traditional procession.
Friday, Nov 27Holiday Tree Lighting CeremonySeasonal kickoff featuring the annual tree lighting, hot chocolate, carolers, and river barge rides.
Saturday, Nov 28Taste of Pearl Annual FestivalAlfresco festival filled with live music, art, food, and shopping for the whole family.
Wednesdays (Dec 2, 9, & 16)Holiday Night MarketsFestive evening markets with specialty vendors—ideal for holiday shopping and seasonal date nights.

About Pearl 

Pearl is a dynamic destination in San Antonio, built on the site of the former historic Pearl Brewery along the banks of the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River Walk. The neighborhood’s architectural gems, like the original 1894 brewhouse and stable, are home to the MICHELIN Two-Key and Five Diamond rated Hotel Emma and Stable Hall, a standout live music venue.

At the heart of Pearl, Pullman Market features acclaimed culinary concepts including two MICHELIN-starred restaurants. As a driving force for San Antonio’s hospitality, culinary, and cultural scene, Pearl welcomes more than 5 million visitors a year to experience unique culinary concepts, distinct retail, nationally recognized weekend markets, vibrant residential communities, innovative office tenants, and the San Antonio campus of the Culinary Institute of America.

Holiday Magic Arrives at Pearl With New Ice-Skating Rink and Festival

Pearl launches a first-ever outdoor ice rink. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.

Pearl Unveils New Outdoor Ice-Skating Rink for the 2025–26 Holiday Season

SAN ANTONIO — Pearl is bringing even more magic to the holidays this year. The beloved destination announced that its anticipated mini golf experience will transform into a sparkling outdoor ice-skating rink for the 2025–26 season. (Pearl, 2025)

The rink opens Friday, November 28, 2025, and will welcome skaters through Sunday, January 4, 2026. Guests are invited to lace up their skates and enjoy a festive winter escape right in the heart of San Antonio. Make an evening of it by stopping by Pearl’s Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony from 3:30 to 7 p.m. in Pearl Park, perfect before or after some time on the ice.

A Festive Setting in the Heart of Pearl

Located next to 1100 Springs Plaza, between Stable Hall and Ladino, the seasonal rink promises twinkling lights, holiday music, and joyful memories for all ages. Tickets will be available for purchase online.

A New Tradition Kicks Off With a New Festival

The debut of Pearl’s outdoor ice rink arrives just in time for another exciting first: the Taste of Pearl Festival, happening Saturday, November 29, from 3 to 8 p.m. This property-wide celebration invites visitors to explore live music, culinary experiences, art, shopping, and more.

Guests can skate beneath the lights, then wander through a festive hub featuring:

  • A live DJ
  • Special market vendors (to be announced)
  • Seasonal sips from Otto’s Ice House
  • Participation from beloved Pearl restaurants and shops

The Taste of Pearl Festival aims to deliver a vibrant day filled with discovery, flavor, and holiday spirit.

A Message from Pearl

“The holidays are a time for gathering and joy, and Pearl is honored to be part of those traditions. The addition of a new ice-skating rink offers a beautiful way for the community to come together, celebrate, and create lasting memories in the heart of San Antonio.”
— Mesha Millsap, CEO of Pearl

About Pearl

Pearl is a dynamic cultural hub in San Antonio, built around the historic former Pearl Brewery along the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River Walk. Known for its iconic plazas, chef-driven restaurants, independent shops, and lively entertainment, Pearl celebrates the creativity of the city’s chefs, artists, musicians, and makers.

The neighborhood’s architectural treasures—including the 1894 brewhouse and stable—house the MICHELIN Two-Key and AAA Five Diamond Hotel Emma, along with Stable Hall, a standout live-music venue. At the center of Pearl, Pullman Market features acclaimed culinary concepts, including two MICHELIN-starred restaurants.