NatureFest
NatureFest Returns Saturday, November 4
Mission County Park | 9AM – 1PM
Join Green Spaces Alliance as we bring the San Antonio community together to enjoy nature and the outdoors along the famous riverwalk! This family-friendly event will inspire a greater love of nature and the outdoors among all San Antonians, so we can share in a brighter, greener future.
This year’s NatureFest will feature an exciting lineup of including:
- Conservation Fair with 30+ local nonprofit partners
- Family Hiking Challenge along the river
- Run the River 5K
- Gardening demonstrations and educational workshops
- Family-friendly activities and games
- Food trucks
- And more!
With a little something for everyone, NatureFest is sure to connect you with nature, the outdoors, and your community in fun and exciting ways!
NatureFest is free to attend and we greatly appreciate donations to support the event. All proceeds go directly towards Green Spaces Alliance’s mission to sustain the natural environment and enhance urban spaces through land conservation, community engagement, and education.
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Parking and Shuttle Service
Free on-site parking is available at NatureFest. This year, GSA is proud to partner with the City of San Antonio’s Parks & Recreation Department, who are hosting their annual Día del Árbol event just a half-mile away at Mission Marquee Plaza (3100 Roosevelt Ave., SATX 78214).
To boost accessibility and encourage attendance at both fun events, COSA Human Services has graciously agreed to provide free shuttle service running continuously between both locations and the nearby Tamōx Talōm Food Forest.
It will be a great day for nature on the south side!
Run the River 5K
NatureFest features the popular Run the River 5K walk and run along the riverwalk. Come out early to NatureFest for some refreshing time outside before the festivities begin!
Start time for 5K run: 9:00 AM
Start time for 5K walk: 9:00 AM
Registration and packet pickup begins at 8AM. Please be sure to arrive 30 minutes in advance to complete registration.
Run the River 5K registration is $35 for ages 18+ and $15 for under 18 until October 15. From October 16 through November 3, registration is $40 for ages $18+ and $20 for under 18. Day of registration is $45 for ages 18+ and $25 for under 18. A Run the River t-shirt is included.
Conservation Fair
We’re excited to host another Conservation Fair at NatureFest this year! Meet local leaders in conservation, community engagement, education, and wellness who will share info about their initiatives and lead guests of all ages in fun, family-friendly activities. At the Conservation Fair, our partners will also deliver educational programs on nature topics, such as gardening, outdoor activities, and volunteering.
If your organization or group is interested in participating in the Conservation Fair as a partner, learn more here or contact Grace Carlin. Table registration closes on October 6.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
NatureFest would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors and we thank these partners for their commitment to a healthy environment in San Antonio:
Interested in sponsoring NatureFest? Contact Green Spaces Alliance CEO Doug Dillow.
