As San Antonio gears up for its annual Fiesta season, the 76th edition of the event celebrates the city's vibrant history with the unveiling of new NIOSA medals. According to KSAT, the festival, held at La Villita grounds from April 23-26 will, feature two official medals and an additional ornament this year. One medal dazzles with a depiction of the sun while the other boasts the iconic beer cup symbol that has become synonymous with the festivities.
The sales of these commemorative pieces began post-haste and will be available while supplies last. In a move that blends tradition with philanthropy, proceeds from these sales will aid the Conservation Society of San Antonio, an organization dedicated to preserving the city's rich cultural heritage. Interested collectors can secure their medals through various outlets including the Maddie Mac Boutique on Vance Jackson, the Monarch Trophy Studio website, and the NIOSA office on South Presa Street, as reported by KSAT.
The festival's high spirits are also captured in the medal designs, with one honoring the Fiesta flowers that decorate the event's many food booths and the sun representing the luminous efforts of the hundreds of volunteers. As KENS5 highlights, NIOSA is a four-day street festival set in La Villita, a historical village dating back to the 1800s, now the heart of San Antonio's celebration.
Collectors and festival-goers are encouraged to purchase these souvenirs early on to guarantee their slice of the 2024 Fiesta. Besides being a cherished keepsake, these medals are a token of support for the tireless work of the Conservation Society. For those unable to snag a medal before the event, worry not, the NIOSA souvenir booths will also offer these medals, during the celebration, according to KENS5.
To learn more about the medals for this season's Fiesta or to make a purchase, visit Maddie Mac Boutique, the Monarch Trophy Studio website, or the NIOSA office in accordance with the details provided by KSAT.
