Taste of the Republic 2026
Cuisine by Bistr09, RedBird, Las Palapas, Benjie’s Munch, Cherrity Bar, and several others served 1,000 Fiesta supporters their best and tastiest creations at the annual event on the first night of Fiesta. VIVA!
From Pages to Possibilities
A sneak peek provided a glimpse of the 2026 Parade Public School Float Section, comprising 10 floats from 10 local schools, under the theme of “Where Imagination Blooms”.
And the Winner Is—
The San Antonio native said this time of year holds special memories.
“Growing up, I remember my mom saving shoeboxes for when my siblings and I would have to make our own Fiesta floats at school, decorating them and parading them around so proudly.”
Brunch with the Queen
A beautiful Sunday brunch fit for a queen was held in celebration of Reina Linda XI, Erica LaHood, that highlighted her dedication to raising funds for scholarships and educational initiatives supporting San Antonio students.
Got Medal Party at Bohanan’s
Colorful, medal-laden sashes jangled all around, each telling of their owners’ unique journeys to the celebration that evening. Alongside the bright fiesta garland strung just overhead hung large portraits of Miss Fiestas past and present.
Fashion, Meet Fiesta: Primavera Fashion Show
A confluence of Fiesta and Fashion, the collaboration-minded event brought together a cast of talented designers, each with a distinct creative vision, for a fun, aesthetically-invigorating afternoon under a temperate spring sun.