Hotel Contessa

Ambler Holiday Dinner on the Riverwalk | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
2025-12-24 17:00 - 2025-12-25 20:00 UTC | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
December 24th & 25th | 5-8pm | Ambler Texas Kitchen & Cocktails

Make this Christmas unforgettable at Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails on the Riverwalk. Indulge in a festive holiday menu with prime rib, roasted turkey, seared salmon, and decadent desserts. Served Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, 5–8 PM. Limited seating—reserve your table now.

Winter Solstice - Sound Bath - CANCELLED
2025-12-21 09:00 - 10:00
Honor the longest night of the year with a restorative Winter Solstice Sound Bath at Hotel Contessa. This soothing, meditative experience uses crystal singing bowls and gentle sound vibrations to help you unwind, reset, and welcome the season with clarity and calm.

National Hot Cocoa Day
2025-12-13
Warm up with us this National Hot Cocoa Day! Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa for the whole family and indulge in rich, spiked hot cocoa crafted just for adults. A sweet and simple holiday moment on the River Walk.

Cookies and Cocktails Workshop | 21+
2025-12-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Hotel Contessa
Get festive at Hotel Contessa’s Cookies & Cocktails Workshop! Join local decorator Sift & Sip for a 1.5-hour guided cookie class and enjoy a holiday cocktail and cookie pairing as you decorate your sweet creations. Limited spots available! $75/pp

“Texas Twinkle” Holiday Brunch + String Quartet Holiday Performance
2025-12-06 10:00 - 14:00
Experience the magic of the season at our Texas Twinkle Holiday Brunch. Enjoy festive brunch menu features, holiday cocktails, and a live performance of Christmas classics by a string quartet from the San Antonio Philharmonic. Explore our holiday pop-up market on the River Walk, featuring seasonal vendors and gifts perfect for the season.

Hotel Contessa’s 1st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
2025-11-28 18:30 - 19:00
Kick off the holiday season with us at Hotel Contessa’s First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony along the iconic San Antonio River Walk. Join family, friends, and the community as we light our beautiful Christmas tree for the very first time on our River Patio.

Annual Ford Holiday River Parade Watch Party
2025-11-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Hotel Contessa
Celebrate the Annual Ford Holiday River Parade & Lighting Ceremony at Hotel Contessa! Enjoy the best Riverwalk views plus a pre-party with mariachis, student ensemble, Santa photos, hot cocoa & wine tastings, crafts, and local vendors before the parade lights up the night.

Ford's Holiday Parade Dining Experience | Ambler Texas Kitchen and Cocktails
2025-11-28 17:00 - 20:00
Join us for an exclusive Ford Holiday River Parade dining experience at Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails. Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner on our River Walk patio, two signature cocktails or a bottle of Prosecco, valet parking, and a reserved river-level chair for prime parade viewing. Guests also receive access to our festive pre-party from 5–7 PM.
Ticket options: Table of Four ($600) or Individual Tickets ($175).Note: Main restaurant will not accept regular reservations; walk-in seating limited to 1 hr 30 mins.All sales final; $100 per person cancellation fee.
Call Ambler or Email rcamacho@thehotelcontessa.com to RSVP.

Ford Holiday VIP Terrace Party – Adults-Only River Parade Experience
2025-11-28 05:30 - 19:30
Celebrate the Ford Holiday River Parade in true Contessa style. Our exclusive second-floor terrace party is the ultimate adults-only escape with cocktails, bites, pampering, and festive fun. While the terrace offers some parade views, sightlines are limited. For the best parade experience, we recommend purchasing a river-level seat. VIP Terrace guests receive 15% off parade seating.
🎉 Your VIP Ticket Includes:

Access to the second-floor terrace party (standing room only, limited parade views)
Light bites & appetizers served 5:30–8:30 PM
Private open bar (call brand only)
Luxury Craft Station
Santa Hat
Live holiday DJ
Express chair massages provided by Hotel Contessa massage therapists

Thanksgiving Day - Thanksgiving Harvest Feast | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
2025-11-27 10:30 - 18:00 | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Thanksgiving Day | 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM | Ambler Texas Kitchen and Cocktails

Make this Thanksgiving unforgettable on the River Walk with Ambler’s Harvest Feast. For $85 per person, enjoy a festive three-course, family-style prix fixe featuring seasonal starters, spice-rubbed turkey, Texas Akaushi prime rib, glazed ham, salmon, and classic sides served to share. End the evening with decadent pies or warm apple strudel. All leftovers will be carefully packed for you to take home. Limited seating—reserve now for the most flavorful holiday in San Antonio.

US Marine Corps 250th Birthday - Cocktail Special
2025-11-10
Honor 250 years of the United States Marine Corps at Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails. Join us as we pay tribute to this milestone with a specialty Bug Juice Cocktail crafted with Tito’s Vodka. Raise a glass on the River Walk and celebrate the courage, commitment, and legacy of the Marines.

Texas Twinkle Holiday Brunch + String Quartet Performance
2025-11-06 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday, December 6 | 10 AM–2 PM | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Celebrate the season with our Texas Twinkle Holiday Brunch on the River Walk. Enjoy a festive morning filled with chef-curated brunch favorites, holiday cocktails, and warm seasonal flavors. Adding to the magic, members of the San Antonio Philharmonic will perform a live string quartet throughout the event—bringing an elegant soundtrack to your holiday celebration.
Gather with friends and family for a charming, musical, and delicious start to the season. Reservations are highly recommended.

Day of the Dead - Sprits and Sips - Make your own Alter Workshop - Happy Hour
2025-10-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Hotel Contessa
Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Hotel Contessa | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | 21+ | $55/pp

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Hotel Contessa with Spirits & Sips, an adults-only altar workshop. Enjoy a signature cocktail while crafting your own mini altar, marigolds, and papel picado in a festive Riverwalk happy hour setting.

Live Fire Saturdays at Ambler
2025-10-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Ambler River Patio
Saturdays | 5:00 PM- 9:00 PM | Ambler Patio | RSVP Encouraged
Experience the only open-fire smoker on the River Walk. Every Saturday, enjoy chef-driven entrées with all sides, Texas-sized portions, and live country vibes. *Weather Permitting. Reserve on OpenTable.

Day of the Dead - Make your Own Altar - Kids Workshop
2025-10-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Hotel Contessa
Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Hotel Contessa | 2:00–3:30 PM | $25/child

Kids 12 & under can celebrate Día de los Muertos with a hands-on altar workshop at Hotel Contessa led by local artist, Mary Carmen Sessions. Create marigolds, papel picado & mini pan de muerto, plus enjoy snacks & drinks.

Day of the Dead - VIP Ambler Dinner
2025-10-24 18:00 | Atrium and River Patio
Friday, October 24th | 6:00pm | Atrium and River Patio

Celebrate the nation’s largest Day of the Dead Parade with a VIP dinner on Ambler’s River Walk patio. Enjoy a 3-course meal, cocktails, valet, and reserved parade seating for an unforgettable night.
Table of Four $600
Individual tickets $175

Día de los Muertos River Parade Celebration
2025-10-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Atrium and River Patio
Friday, October 24th | 5:30-7:30pm | Atrium and River Patio

Experience the nation’s largest Day of the Dead Parade from the best seats on the Riverwalk at Hotel Contessa. Enjoy live mariachis, a DJ, tastings, sugar skull art, and more before the floats arrive.
5:30 PM – Check-In Opens
6:00 PM – Pre-Watch Party with music, tastings & activities
7:00 PM – Parade Officially Begins
7:25–7:45 PM – Parade passes Hotel Contessa (expected time)

National Coffee Day | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
2025-09-29 | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Monday, September 29th | Ambler Texas Kitchen and Cocktails
Fuel your Monday with a buzz and celebrate National Coffee Day at Ambler with rich espresso cocktails crafted with Ketel One. Sip on bold, smooth creations that blend the warmth of coffee with the elegance of premium vodka—an indulgent pick-me-up to start your week on the right note. Join us for a spirited twist on your favorite brew.

National Drink a Beer Day | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
2025-09-28 15:00 | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Sunday, September 28 | 3 PM–Close | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Cheers to National Drink a Beer Day with Ambler’s Beer + Burger combo or a curated Beer Flight featuring local and seasonal brews. Relax along the Riverwalk and enjoy a casual celebration that pairs perfectly with good company, great food, and refreshing pours. It’s the ideal way to wind down your weekend in style.

Gathered Light Art Exhibit Reveal + Monthly Sunday Art Fair
2025-09-28 11:30 - 15:00 | Atrium and River Patio
Sunday, September 28th | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Hotel Atrium – River Level

Join us at Hotel Contessa on for the grand reveal of our new community art exhibit, Gathered Light. This fall/winter showcase celebrates creativity, memory, and connection with works from local and regional artists, featured throughout our most-loved guest rooms.
At the same time, explore our Monthly Sunday Art Fair, where artists will have booths set up in the hotel for you to meet them, shop original works, and experience San Antonio’s vibrant art community firsthand.

National Negroni Week | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-28 | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
September 22–28 | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
Join us for a week-long celebration of the timeless Negroni, the cocktail that never goes out of style. Throughout the week, Ambler’s bartenders will be crafting specialty variations that highlight the bold, bittersweet notes of Campari, balanced with creative twists and fresh seasonal ingredients. Discover new favorites, sip classic renditions, and savor the spirit of one of the world’s most iconic cocktails.
