Get ready for a fun-filled day trip focused on magical mermaids!  This Saturday, September 23, you can head south to San Marcos, TX for some colorful outdoor festivities. Organized by the Mermaid Society of Texas to celebrate San Marcos’ unique river and arts culture, the day begins with a Mermaid Promenade in downtown San Marcos at 10 am and is followed by the Downtown Street Faire.

The Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest is an annual city-wide, multi-event festival, celebrating the city’s cultural heritage and precious resource, the San Marcos River. The all-inclusive events give a nod to the history of the Aquamaids of Aquarena Springs and celebrate the mermaid as guardian of the San Marcos River.

The Parade: The Mermaid Capital of Texas Downtown Promenade features floats, marchers, dancers, music, and more. You never know what eclectic floats and costumes will show up! The parade runs from 10 am – noon, but it’s recommended that you get downtown early to find a good spot for the festivities. For all details about the parade, including a map of the route, please click here.

The Street Faire: After all the excitement of the parade, you can visit the Downtown Street Faire from noon to 6 pm which includes live R&B music, a kids’ zone featuring Artable Curiosities, an art market with more than 140 vendors, and food trucks. Find more info about the Street Faire here.

You can learn more about this event as well as details about the Mermaid Society SMTX on their Facebook page and website.

*Cover photo from the Mermaid Society SMTX Facebook page