Come along and stroll along San Antonio’s famous moonlit River Walk… But make sure to bring along your courage if you decide to come on the night of October 25, 2019. On that night, the River Walk at the Arneson River Theater in La Villita will be the site of live music, dancing, and haunted fun. That’s right. It’s time for the spooky Haunted River event. The costume contest has $1,500 in total prize money up for grabs in three categories: Individual, Couple, and All-Adult Group
The event will be held at the Arneson River Theater, 418 Villita Street in San Antonio. Festivities kick off at 6 PM, and the fun continues until 10:30 PM. There will be adult (age 18+) costume contests, adult beverages, food trucks, live music, and a haunted river parade.
You can take part in Extreme Escape’s Insta-Scary Haunted Photo Experience. Garcia Concessions will provide turkey legs, nachos, corn in a cup, lemonade, fruit cups, and Italian ice. It will be a great night for spooky fun.
Explore San Antonio
San Antonio is a great place to visit any time of the year. of course, its most famous landmark is the Alamo. You can almost hear the ghosts of those who fought in that famous battle in 1836 as you stroll the grounds. We suggest you take a tour so that you can hear the story of that epic last stand.
If you want more spooky fun, Sisters Grimm Ghost Tours will take you to some of the scariest places in town. They offer a Haunted History Walk, Ghost Bus Tour, Dinner; Ghost Tour, and Haunted Pub Crawl. San Antonio is considered, by some, to be one of the most haunted cities in the US. There is plenty of ghostly fun to be found in every corner. It seems that in San Antonio, the dead still have some tales to tell.
San Antonio has many haunted places to visit. You can visit the Victoria Black Swan Inn, which was the site where the Battle of Salado was fought. The building was built in 1867, and the owners say they experience paranormal activity regularly.
If you are looking for something a bit quieter, the Japanese Tea Gardens are beautiful as the plants and trees prepare to settle in for the winter. You also might want to catch one of many tours around the city to see the many historical sites that San Antonio has to offer.
Finding a Hotel Nearby
If you plan to drink at this event, it is always best to make sure you have a designated driver, or perhaps you can even just book a room at a nearby hotel. One of the best hotels near the San Antonio Riverwalk is the Hyatt Place San Antonio-Northwest/Medical Center. For an upscale stay, you should consider the Omni La Mansión del Rio RiverWalk. The Spanish colonial-style hotel combines a luxurious old-world vibe with all the modern amenities and luxuries that make travel fun. These are just some of the great places to call it a night after the Haunted River Event.
To Summarize
The Haunted River event is a great way to show off your Halloween spirit. Between the food, drinks, costumes, and decorations, you will be sure to have an amazing time. Please be sure to drink responsibly and think about finding accommodations ahead of time to avoid any problems that might occur after a night out.