Fiesta starts with Guayabera Fest!
Guayabera Fest returns in 2026 as an official Fiesta San Antonio event, the only Fiesta celebration designed to kick off two unforgettable weeks of celebrating with purpose. Woven into the fabric of many Latin American traditions, the guayabera is more than just clothing, it’s a symbol of heritage and identity passed down through generations.
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Guayabera Fest 2026 is proudly powered by our incredible sponsors, whose support is helping bring this celebration to life and launch San Antonio’s newest Fiesta tradition.Powered by Gamez Law | Gold Sponsor of Guayabera Fest
At Gamez Law Firm, our mission is to stand strong for our neighbors and friends across San Antonio, helping them recover and move forward after life’s toughest moments. As a proud community advocate, Gamez Law powers Guayabera Fest, celebrating culture and connection, in the spirit that brings our city together.
The official 2026 Guayabera Fest music lineup is here! Get ready to move to the sounds that celebrate the culture of the guayabera.
DJ KANE
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Mario y Su Timbeko
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Pleneros Tamo Aki
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Los Tremendos
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Jack Mason
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Jenny B
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Gavas Beat
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DJ KANE • Mario y Su Timbeko • Pleneros Tamo Aki • Los Tremendos • Jack Mason • Jenny B • Gavas Beat •
Guayabera Fest is powered by the incredible support of Sinclair Broadcast Group, our official media partner. Stay tuned for festival news, highlights, and updates on FOX 29 (KABB) and News 4 San Antonio (WOAI).-
When?
Saturday, April 11, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Where?
Travis Park
301 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Parking
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CALLING ALL VENDORS!
Ready to showcase your brand? Apply now to become a vendor at this year’s festival!
Where the legacy begins!
The inaugural Guayabera Fest medal, the very first official medal celebrating Guayabera Fest’s debut as an official Fiesta San Antonio event. With Guayabera Fest poised to become one of Fiesta’s most iconic celebrations, this is your chance to own the first and start your collection at the very beginning!
Purchase the official Guayabera Fest medal at the above link, add to your order during ticket checkout, or purchase one in person or online at Monarch Trophy Studio or Amols’ Party & Fiesta Store.
Guayabera Fest Safety & Entry Guidelines
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests and to expedite entry into the festival grounds, clear bags are encouraged and all bags are subject to search upon entry.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not permitted inside the festival grounds:
Bags larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
Backpacks
Ice chests or coolers
Weapons of any kind
Illegal substances
Gang-affiliated items (including rockers, bandanas, or similar items)
Outside food or beverages
Smoking or vaping inside the venue (guests must fully exit the event area to smoke or vape)
Approved Exceptions
Diaper Bags
Diaper bags are permitted when accompanying a guardian and child and must contain childcare-related items such as diapers, wipes, and other infant necessities. All diaper bags will be screened prior to entry.
Cloth or Canvas Folding Chairs
Guests may bring cloth or canvas folding chairs in carrying bags (such as those sold at sporting goods stores).
Metal folding chairs are not permitted.
Chair bags will be screened prior to entry.
Medically Necessary Bags
Bags required for medical equipment or accommodations may be permitted when the items cannot reasonably fit within a standard bag size. Examples include:
Medication storage requiring cooling
Oxygen tank carriers
Bags needed for lactation pumps
Medical items that can fit within a standard bag—such as pill bottles, inhalers, epi-pens, syringes, or diabetic snacks—should be brought in bags that meet the size requirements.
All medically necessary bags will be screened prior to entry.
Important Notice
All bags, including diaper bags and medically necessary bags, are subject to search and screening prior to entry.
Guayabera Fest reserves the right to prohibit any item deemed unsafe or unsuitable by event security. The list above is provided as a courtesy and may not include every restricted item.
Interested in sponsoring this year’s event? New tiers and benefits available now. For details or to customize a sponsorship package, email info@centrosa.org.
Be Part of the Tradition
Centro San Antonio is a nonprofit placemaking organization that manages the Downtown public improvement district (PID). Centro’s purpose is to create a more beautiful, playful, welcoming, and prosperous Downtown in the spirit of San Antonio.
Learn more at centrosanantonio.org