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Texas: Fiesta San Antonio, ever since 1891

By Amy Hubbard, Los Angeles Times
06:12 PM PST, March 01, 2007

The Fiesta San Antonio kicked off in 1891. Now there are more than 200 events, including waterborne floats in the River Parade; a mariachi Mass; 1,000 costumed dogs in the Pooch Parade; athletic events; fiesta royalty coronations; and a pilgrimage to the Alamo, when the names of those who died there will be read.

When, where: April 20-29 at various locations in San Antonio

Admission: Free-$100

Info: (877) 723-4378, www.fiesta-sa.org .

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