Holiday Tamale Festival at Pullman Market

Pullman Market at Pearl is celebrating one of San Antonio’s favorite holiday foods with its Holiday Tamale Festival on Saturday, December 13, 2025. From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., the market’s outdoor space at 221 Newell Avenue will fill with local tamale vendors, specialty creations from the Pullman team, and family activities—perfect for an afternoon outing with kids or visiting relatives.

Guests can sample classic and creative tamales, listen to music, explore vendors tied to Pearl’s food scene, and enjoy the general holiday buzz of the district. With free entry and pay‑as‑you‑go food, it’s an easy way to work a beloved local tradition into your holiday calendar.

• Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
• Time: 1:00–5:00 p.m.
• Location: Pullman Market at Pearl, 221 Newell Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215
• Admission: Free to attend; tamales and other food available for purchase
• Parking: Pearl garages and surface lots (paid and limited free parking)
• Food & Drink: Lineup of local tamale vendors plus Pullman Market offerings; nearby Pearl bars and restaurants
• Accessibility: Outdoor event on paved surfaces around Pullman Market; accessible parking in Pearl garages
• Weather: Daytime outdoor festival; dress for mild December weather and walking between stalls

Plan to arrive early if you want the widest selection of tamales before vendors sell out, and consider combining the festival with a stop at the Pearl ice rink or tree lighting if you’re staying into the evening. For more food‑centric events and family festivals around San Antonio, keep an eye on My Neighborhood News.