A fall festival centered on tacos and tequila is scheduled for San Antonio, with organizers highlighting food, drinks and a signature cocktail. The event is for guests 21 and older and is set to take place downtown this October.
Andrea Reyes of Taco Boulevard appeared on air to discuss what attendees can expect, according to Fox San Antonio. The station described the event as “tacos and tequila for those 21 and over.” In separate coverage from 2024, Fox San Antonio reported that a Tacos and Tequila Festival at Retama Park in Selma was scheduled for Saturday, October 5. That earlier report does not establish whether the Retama Park event and the 2026 downtown event are part of the same festival series.
A Cocktail That Smokes and Changes Color
Mia Maldonado and Angelle Benitez also discussed the festival in a tequila-focused segment, according to News4 San Antonio and the station's report. The segment introduced some of the food and drinks but did not provide a complete menu.
According to News 4 San Antonio, the fourth annual Tequilas and Tacos Festival is scheduled for October 17, 2026, at the Tower of the Americas. The report lists hours of 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the address as 739 E. Durango Blvd. in downtown San Antonio.
Parking at the Tower
For visitors driving to the event, the Tower of the Americas says on-site parking is available, though rates and availability may vary during special events.
What's Included With a Ticket
The News 4 report says admission includes food and drinks. It also lists contests, animals and music among the event offerings, with salsa options available throughout the festival. The report notes that ticket buyers can use the discount code DAYTIME.
The Butterfly Effect is one of the drinks available at the festival. Benitez is credited with making the cocktail, which uses dry ice to create a smoky presentation as its color shifts during service. The festival is scheduled for October 17 at the Tower of the Americas.
