Did you know that Bexar County played a role in the American Revolution? Most people only associate the 13 original colonies with the American Revolution.

We are delighted to invite you to the official kickoff of Bexar America250 on Saturday, February 7 at 12:30 p.m., at Main Plaza, historically known as Plaza de las Islas.

This special event, presented in partnership with the Main Plaza Conservancy, will bring our community together to celebrate the rich and often surprising contributions of historic Bexar County. Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, along with several County Commissioners, will join us for remarks marking this celebratory occasion. This event will feature cattle and horses provided by the San Antonio Charro Association, as well as participation from the Bexar County Mounted Horse Deputies Unit. Since this region was part of Spanish Texas at the time, the program will spotlight Bexar County’s important role in supporting the American Revolution under Spanish rule.

We are also honored to welcome Los Granaderos y Damas de Gálvez, including a member portraying Bernardo de Gálvez, whose leadership and legacy remain central to this history. In addition, we will include participation from the Daughters of the American Revolution, Sons of the American Revolution, Canary Islands Descendants Association, American Indians in Texas at the Spanish Colonial Missions, the 1718 Presidio Soldiers group, and several others, making this a truly inclusive and meaningful commemoration.

We hope you will join us as we celebrate Bexar County’s unique place in the story of America!

⏰ 12:30 p.m.
📅 Saturday, February 7
📍 Main Plaza (historically Plaza de las Islas)