Celebration Day

Fiesta Especial® Celebration Day

TUESDAY, APRIL 25TH| 10AM - 3PM | ALAMO DOME PARKING LOT C | 100 MONTANA ST., 78203 | ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Fiesta Especial® Celebration Day is made possible in partnership with Wade Shows Inc., Fiesta San Antonio, our Sponsors, and Volunteers.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: 2023 Celebration Day registration is NOW OPEN! Advanced registration is REQUIRED. General Admission WILL NOT be given at the gate.

Fiesta Especial is a unique combination of Fiesta experiences for children, adults and families of all abilities. Activities include a Royal Court, one-day carnival, Inclusion 5K and Parade. Fiesta Especial is proud to offer family-friendly, tobacco and alcohol-free experiences that are inclusive and accessible to individuals with disabilities and families.

The Fiesta Especial carnival experience takes place on Tuesday, April 25th in the Alamo Dome Parking Lot C from 10am - 3pm. You can ride all types of rides, play games, eat yummy food and participate in a Shoebox parade. This is an inclusive and educational experience that attracts special education classes, group homes and day programs from San Antonio and surround communities.

ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. No general admission will be provided at the entrance to the event. The DEADLINE for schools to register to attend is Friday, April 14th at 5:00pm. No Exceptions. Registrations will not be accepted after this deadline and unregistered guests will NOT be allowed into the event on April 25th.

Teachers and Students: Advance reservations are required. Reservation includes complimentary admission and unlimited rides for students and their teachers/caregivers. This year, we are limiting the number of students attending to ensure we are continuing to create an inclusive experience for all. We will be limiting it to a first come, first serve basis. If we reach our cap, you will be put on a waitlist to be added if any openings occur.  Field trip materials and resources are available for your use. Free admission for students and their support networks with advance reservations. Schools may apply for a bus reimbursement award. Due to reduced funding, limited bus stipends (reimbursements) are available at $100/school this year. Please do not request these funds if your school has the resources to cover your trip. PLEASE NOTE that the Assumption of Risk Agreement is required at the time of registration.

Service Providers: If you operate a day program, group home or provide services to individuals with disabilities, please click on the "Service Provider Registration" button to learn how to participate in Fiesta Especial this year. Free admission with advance reservations.  PLEASE NOTE that the Assumption of Risk Agreement is required at the time of registration.

Children's Shelters: If you operate a children's shelter program, please click on the "Service Provider Registration" button to learn how to participate in Fiesta Especial this year. Free admission with advance reservations.  PLEASE NOTE that the Assumption of Risk Agreement is required at the time of registration.

Individuals and Families:  If you have an individual with disabilities in your family and would like to bring them out to participate in Fiesta Especial, please click the "Individual/Family Registration" button. Advanced reservations are required. General admission will not be granted at the door. Free admission with RSVP.  A Valid ID is required at check-in.