Towering above the crowd, Fiesta hats are an over-the-top part of San Antonio’s Fiesta celebration. Big, small, or covered with twinkling lights, Hats Off to Fiesta! is a must this Fiesta season!

March 28 - July 6, 2014

Take part in a Texas tradition: Barbecue. Free event for ages 21 and up. Barbecue and craft beer sampling, plus conversations with pitmasters and brewmeisters.

May 2, 6 - 8 p.m.

Showcasing the Lone Star State's diversity and rich heritage through a wide variety of ethnic food, music, dance, arts, and crafts.

June 7 and 8

Academy of Career and Technologies Charter High School students take a look at the Fiesta hat tradition.

March 28 - July 6

The Institute of Texan Cultures is now accepting 2014 Fiesta medals to add to the "Medal Mania II" sash. Click for details on how you can contribute to this San Antonio tradition.

"Fiesta Fan Fest," the annual medal weigh-in, is 6 - 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 28

UTSA students study the leaders, events and organizations that fought against inequalities in Texas during the Civil Rights era.

Extended: May 4

The Institute of Texan Cultures offers a variety of free educator professional development opportunities: resources, strategies, content. CPE credits awarded.

Click for schedule and registration.

The face of downtown San Antonio is changing rapidly. See how the revitalization of Hemisfair will affect the Institute of Texan Cultures

Current as of Aug. 6, 2013