Christmas at the Alamo: Holiday on the Texas Frontier

Christmas at the Alamo invites families to step back into the mid‑1800s and see how early Texans celebrated the holidays. Taking place on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Plaza de Valero in front of the Alamo, this free event mixes hands‑on crafts, live demonstrations, and holiday music with the iconic backdrop of 300‑year‑old history.

Kids can make yarn dolls, Victorian greeting cards, and fragrant pomander balls, while living‑history interpreters demonstrate frontier skills and talk about daily life. Carolers and musicians add to the festive atmosphere, making this one of the best educational holiday events for families in downtown San Antonio.

• Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
• Time: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Location: Plaza de Valero at The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
• Admission: Free, family-friendly event
• Parking: Nearby city garages, lots, and private parking; allow extra time due to downtown holiday crowds
• Food & Drink: Food options available within walking distance in the Alamo/River Walk area
• Accessibility: Outdoor plaza with paved surfaces; accessible parking available in nearby garages
• Weather: Outdoor daytime event; dress for mild December temperatures and sun

Because Christmas at the Alamo is part of a larger series of holiday programs, you can easily pair it with a self‑guided visit inside the Alamo Church, the Long Barrack exhibits, or evening holiday movies later in the season. Arriving near opening time often means easier access to craft tables and demonstrations. For more historic and educational holiday events around San Antonio, check My Neighborhood News.