January Festivals in San Antonio

Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Rally

Known for: One of the largest marches in the country honoring civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the civil rights leader.

Events: free music concerts by performers such as the Youth Orchestra of San Antonio.
Admission: free.

Location: Citywide

River Walk Mud Festival

Known for: three-days of mudslinging

Events: The fun begins with the Mud Pie Ball. The peak of the fun is the election of the Mud King and Mud Queen to preside over the festivities. The King and Queen rise to their positions by collecting the most nickels, money to be used by the Paseo del Rio Association to hold admission-free events along the River Walk throughout the year. The King and Queen can obtain nickels any way they choose, and don't think that mud wrestling is out of the question for these campaigners. When the nickels are tallied, the winners enter the "Brown House on Pig Pen-sylvania Avenue" and wear a sand colored royal robe.

Admission: free

Location: River Walk

River Walk Arts & Crafts Show

Known for: showcasing the artists of the region

Events: The shady walkways of the River Walk are lined with easels and shelving for the popular event; watercolors, oils, sculpture, and crafts compete with the beauty of the Paseo del Rio for this twice-annual event. Admission: free

Location: River Walk

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