Come out and celebrate spring with family fun in the park at the 16th Annual Fest of Tails! Fest of Tails is a free kite festival and dog fair set for Saturday, March 11th from 10 AM – 4 PM at McAllister Park for our Adoption Event!
“Tour de Tails” is an informal, just-for-fun, social bicycle ride along the Salado Creek Greenway that ends at Fest of Tails – begin at Lady Bird Johnson Trailhead (3 miles) and cruise your way to McAllister Park with groups led by SATX Social Ride & SA Babes on Bikes volunteers! Riders are welcome to follow the trail on their own to the McAllister Park Trailhead or ride with a group led by volunteers.
AT THE FEST:
– Kite demonstrations, kite sales, kite hospital, and family kite flying
– Pooch Parade and Costume Contest presented by H-E-B! Costume Contest categories include Best Dressed Dog, Most Resembles Owner, and Best In Show. Parade lineup & judging begin at 12:15 PM – register online here: http://bit.ly/3kqF1tl (onsite registration ends at 12 PM)
– Bicycle Valet Parking courtesy of STORM -South Texas Off Road Mountain-Bikers
– Bicycle pump track open to all riders
– All-ages bicycle safety course hosted by Ghisallo Cycling Initiative
– Pet adoptions and pet vendors
– City of San Antonio Urban Forestry Tree Giveaway – begins at 10 AM until all trees are gone
– Sweet treats, festival fare, live music, and more!
This event welcomes kite, dog, and cycling enthusiasts from near and far! All guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch the spectacular sky views and meet new furry friends. Fest of Tails has fun and activities for the entire family.
McAllister Park is a beautiful scene filled with live entertainment, various food options, a variety of vendors, and more! For all dog enthusiasts, pet products, treats, and clothing will be available for purchase. Information on pet registration, vaccinations, rescues, and more, will also be available through various participating animal welfare organizations and businesses.
As always, Fest Of Tails is 100% FREE to the public! We encourage families to bring the kids & the pups and come enjoy a day of family fun in the park!
The San Antonio Parks Foundation would like to thank all official sponsors of Fest of Tails: H-E-B, Thomas J. Henry, News4 SA, Texas Public Radio, Ghisallo Cycling Initiative, iHeart Radio, American Kite Association, and City of San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department.
For details on the costume contest and parade please visit: https://saparks.org/event/fest-of-tails/
