SAN ANTONIO – Thousands are expected to attend the annual King William Fair as it takes over San Antonio’s oldest residential historic neighborhood this weekend.
To help protect local rivers and creeks, this year’s fair will once again be a confetti-free zone.
Organizers say it’s a move to cut down on waste that can end up in storm drains and wildlife habitats. Despite the change, all the Fiesta favorites will be back for another year of food, fun, and community celebration.
The King William Association has hosted the event for over 55 years, using proceeds to fund arts, education, and neighborhood improvements. So far, the organization has given nearly $1 million back to the community.
The fair officially begins at 9 a.m. Saturday with a lively parade, which offers free viewing areas on Adams Street and East Guenther. At the fair, families can explore more than 200 arts and crafts booths, enjoy a dedicated Kingdom play area for kids, and sample eats from over 60 food vendors.
“What’s really special about the King William Fair is that all of our entertainers, our art and craft vendors, our food vendors—they’re all local mom and pop businesses,” said Veronica Lawson, marketing and communications director for the fair. “So when you buy a ticket to the fair, you’re actually helping our small businesses thrive, and you’re creating community, which is what a Fiesta is all about.”
As the confetti-free policy returns for a second year, the organization emphasizes respect for residents’ property and the environment by reducing unnecessary waste.
Road closures will be in effect in the area tomorrow, so visitors are encouraged to plan ahead.
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