Civic Park at Hemisfair: A Downtown San Antonio Transformation

Exciting news is buzzing in downtown San Antonio, and we can't wait to share it with you. The Civic Park at Hemisfair is getting ready to reveal its very first phase on September 29, and it's happening alongside the awesome 40th annual Jazz'SAlive event. This project, which cost $21 million, is spread across 6.9 acres and is about to give our cityscape a whole new look!

So, what's in store for you in this first phase? Well, there's something called "The Promenade," an 825-foot walkway that connects Market, South Alamo, and Nueva streets. It's going to be surrounded by more than 130 native trees of 29 different kinds – how cool is that? And right at the heart of the park, we've got the "Great Lawn," a 1.5-acre space where all kinds of events can take place. 

But that's not all! This park is all about being eco-friendly too. Check out "The Springs," a water feature that's kind to our environment. It uses water that's recycled from a huge 40,000-gallon underground tank. Inspired by the natural springs around here, there's also a 3,700-square-foot building in the park and a 400-foot water channel that gently slopes 4 feet from north to south. Plus, we've got 11,000 Lueders Limestone slabs, specially brought in from a quarry up north by Abilene, to add to the park's beauty.

You won't have to wait long to see all these fantastic features in action because they'll be open for exploring during the free, two-day Jazz'SAlive music festival. The Civic Park at Hemisfair is going to give downtown San Antonio a fresh and vibrant oasis where the community can come together and relax. Whether you're a local or just visiting, get ready for some serious fun in the heart of our city! 🌳🎶