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San Antonio's Tower of the Americas will debut Tacos & Tequila Festival next month

The downtown landmark’s latest festival will feature 72 tequila-based cocktail variations throughout the evening.

By Nina Rangel on Tue, Sep 12, 2023 at 10:50 am

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San Antonio's Tower of the Americas will host its first-ever Tequila & Tacos Festival next month.

San Antonio is awash in food festivals these days, but it's hard to imagine residents rejecting a new one centered around two well-paired local staples: tacos and tequila.

The Tower of the Americas on Saturday, Oct. 7, will host its first-ever Tequila & Tacos Festival, featuring the advertised tacos plus nearly two dozen tequila brands. according to officials with the downtown landmark.

The event will feature 30 “mixology stations” doling out 72 tequila-based cocktail variations throughout the evening. Beer and sangria will also be on offer.

General admission tickets for the fest run $75 and include 20 sample drink tickets along with access to a taco bar and food samples, live music and chances to win prizes. Pricier VIP tickets also will include access to seating areas and a VIP tent with dedicated bartenders.

The Tequila & Tacos Festival, which runs 5-8 p.m. is only open to those 21 and over. The Tower of the Americas is located at 739 E. Cesar Chavez Boulevard.

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Nina Rangel uses nearly 20 years of experience in the foodservice industry to tell the stories of movers and shakers in the food scene in San Antonio. As the Food + Nightlife Editor for the San Antonio Current, she showcases her passion for the Alamo City’s culinary community by promoting local flavors, uncovering...