Every April, downtown San Antonio becomes the site of a citywide celebration – the Battle of Flowers® Parade. Since 1891, the women volunteer members of the Battle of Flowers® Association have produced a parade to honor the fallen heroes of the Alamo and to commemorate the victory at the battle of San Jacinto.
Join us as we celebrate Texas history!
The Battle of Flowers appreciates the Scouting America, Alamo Area Council youth who help carry the big United States and Texas flag (20 x 50 feet) each year along the 2.6-mile route of San Antonio’s largest day parade.
- Must be at least twelve (12) years of age to participate in the parade
- Must wear a complete Scout field Uniform including Scout shorts or Scout long pants (i.e., no blue jeans or other pants). Scouts without the Official Scout uniform will not be allowed in the parade.
- Recommend that you wear sunblock and a Scout hat for sun protection. Only the official Boy Scout ball cap or the Scout campaign hat are permitted (i.e., no Troop or High Adventure hats).
Parents or Scout Leaders will need to deliver and pickup their Scouts before and after the parade. More information about the 2022 Parade will be made available shortly.
The First Aid Stations along the parade route will provide cups of water. A small daypack (book bag) with a water bottle is a good idea. Parents must sign a parade release form from the Battle of Flowers Association for their scout (under 18) to participate.
For more information, visit www.AlamoAreaBSA.org/BattleofFlowers or contact Fiesta Staff Advisor by email at parade@alamoareabsa.org.
