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Battle of Flowers The Battle of Flowers Association® started what is known today as Fiesta® San Antonio by staging the first Battle of Flowers Parade in 1891.

The Battle of Flowers Association is an organization of women volunteers, recognized on Parade Day by their yellow dresses and yellow hats. They started what is known today as Fiesta® San Antonio by staging the first Battle of Flowers Parade in 1891 as a patriotic celebration to honor the fallen heroes of the Alamo and to commemorate the victory at the Battle of San Jacinto.

10/08/2026

Did you ever wonder how Fiesta San Antonio got it’s start? Dating back to 1891, The Battle of Flowers Parade was the event that kickstarted it all! Take a little trip through the history books to see how Fiesta became a San Antonio tradition.

Our Battle of Flowers Fundraising Team was thrilled to join Battle of Flowers Sponsor cavendercadillac for their Cadilla...
09/29/2026

Our Battle of Flowers Fundraising Team was thrilled to join Battle of Flowers Sponsor cavendercadillac for their Cadillac Formula 1 Grand Prix Experience! We’re cruising towards the 2027 Battle of Flowers Parade and all of our events are made possible with the help of our generous community sponsors.

09/28/2026

The 102nd Battle of Flowers Oratorical Contest will be held on Friday, February 26, 2027. This Texas history speech contest is open to college and post-grad students from Texas Colleges and Universities. This year’s theme is Lone Star Valor: Courage at the Crossroads. Entry forms will be open October 27 - November 10.

Prizes include: $12,000 for first place, $8,000 for second place, $5,000 for third place, $3,000 for fourth place and $2,000 for fifth place. Additionally, a monetary award is given to the faculty advisor’s university department for each top five contestant: $5,000 for first place; $4,000 for second place; $3,000 for third place; $2,000 for fourth place; and $1,000 for fifth place. Contestants who deliver their entire speech by memory during the Preliminary Round but are not chosen for the Finals receive an award of $500.

09/17/2026

The year was 1957: Elvis Presley purchased his famous Graceland Estate, West Side Story opened on Broadway, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, and the United States enacted the Civil Rights Act. That year, The Battle of Flowers Parade Theme was Pretty as a Picture and the Parade Grand Marshal was Texas Governor Price Daniels.

08/31/2026

We’re counting down the days until the 91st Battle of Flowers Band Festival on April 22, 2027!

Battle of Flowers Association delivered the 3rd Place Celebration of Music Awards check to Harlan Hawk Band director, Hu...
08/26/2026

Battle of Flowers Association delivered the 3rd Place Celebration of Music Awards check to Harlan Hawk Band director, Hugo Escobedo.

The “Celebration of Music” Awards are given to support and encourage the arts in our local schools and are presented to bands that exhibited a high level of leadership, enthusiasm, preparation, collaboration, and creativity during rehearsals and during the Battle of Flowers Band Festival performance.

Congratulations Harlan Hawk Band!!!

Our Battle of Flowers events are set and ready for 2027! While many know our organization for the the event that started...
08/25/2026

Our Battle of Flowers events are set and ready for 2027! While many know our organization for the the event that started Fiesta San Antonio, the Battle of Flowers Parade, we have five annual events that celebrate Texas history and heritage, the San Antonio community, education, and service. Swipe through to find out about each one of our events and visit our website at www.battleofflowers.org/events to learn more!

The Battle of Flowers Essay Contest is open to San Antonio 7th grade students. Our awards ceremony will be on February 15, 2027.

The Battle of Flowers Oratorical Contest brings together college students for an opportunity to be awarded scholarship dollars. This event will take place on February 26, 2027.

The Battle of Flowers Cover Art Contest celebrates San Antonio high school students and their artistic abilities. Winning students and their high school art departments are awarded monetary prizes. This year’s reception is on March 21, 2027.

The Battle of Flowers Band Festival is a Fiesta San Antonio favorite when over 3,000 high school marching band students perform. The evening includes grant recipients to support the arts in our local schools and scholarship money for students. Band Festival is on April 22, 2027.

And don’t miss the event that started all of Fiesta! The Battle of Flowers Parade is on April 23, 2027.

Visit our website to find out more about participating in these San Antonio events!

08/18/2026

As Texas kids head back to school this month, The Battle of Flowers Association wishes you all a happy and safe school year! We are an organization that champions education through our student scholarships, financial support of fine arts programs, teachers, and students, and by providing funds for Texas education through student field trips and experiences. We look forward to supporting students, teachers, and schools throughout the 2026-2027 school year!

💛 Thank You to Our Sponsors! 💛For 135 years, the Battle of Flowers has proudly led Fiesta thanks to the incredible suppo...
05/22/2026

💛 Thank You to Our Sponsors! 💛

For 135 years, the Battle of Flowers has proudly led Fiesta thanks to the incredible support of our friends, local businesses, and community partners. 💐

cavenderautogroup
Chick-fil-A
brakeandtirechecktx
Robinson Value Management
Julian Gold
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Trudy & Ed Moore
Kathi & John Oppenheimer

Your generosity, partnership, and belief in our mission help us continue cherished traditions, create unforgettable experiences, and celebrate the spirit of San Antonio year after year.

To all of our sponsors — thank you for helping keep the magic of Battle of Flowers blooming for generations to come! ✨🎉

🍔🌼 Thank you, Whataburger! 🌼🍔A heartfelt thank you to Whataburger for supporting the Battle of Flowers Parade! Your part...
05/22/2026

🍔🌼 Thank you, Whataburger! 🌼🍔

A heartfelt thank you to Whataburger for supporting the Battle of Flowers Parade! Your partnership helps us continue a cherished San Antonio tradition filled with Fiesta spirit, community pride, and unforgettable memories. 💐✨

Thank you for helping make the magic of Battle of Flowers possible for parade fans across our city! 🎉

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P. O. Box 6432
San Antonio, TX
78209

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