San Antonio
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Riverwalk Romance From start to finish, we will create the romantic Riverwalk wedding of your dreams!
An elegant and affordable private event venue located in the heart of downtown San Antonio atop of the River Walk 5 Unique event spaces | Full service catering & bar | Linens, centerpieces, set up & clean up
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245 E. COMMERCE STREET, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78205 210.293.6113 | RIOPLAZA.NET
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Antonio and the ideal place to host your nuptials. Rio Plaza is a gem located in the heart of downtown atop the San Antonio Riverwalk. With 5 unique event venues, in house catering and beverage services, a friendly staff, and onsite coordinator, your wedding will be an experience you and your guests will never forget! s ke our friend "Where we ta " n! w to from out of
EDITOR Melanie Planas
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PUBLISHER Gregg Weston
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TOP 10 BEST
THINGS TO DO IN SAN ANTONIO
1. River Walk As one of the city's most iconic features, the River Walk has 15 miles of winding walkways with beautiful landscaping surrounded with shops, restaurants, and more! Hop on a riverboat to take a narrated tour and then hop off to enjoy a frozen margarita or shop for souvenirs for your loved ones. Voted as Texas' #1 Best Attraction by USA Today and the #1 Travel Destination by Texas Highways Magazine. Discover the River Walk on your next visit to San Antonio! www.visitsanantonio.com
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2. The Alamo
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We are the home of The Alamo! The mission draws millions of visitors each year with its historic background and attractions. www.thealamo.org
3. Main Plaza Main Plaza is located in the heart of the city and is home to the oldest cathedral sanctuary in the nation.The SAGA is a light show projected on the San Fernando Cathedral illustrating San Antonio's history. www.mainplaza.org
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4. SeaWorld & Aquatica With only one location in Texas, you can enjoy the world’s largest marine wildlife park and new attractions! www.seaworldparks.com
5. Six Flags Fiesta Texas Bring your family and friends to enjoy super-sized fun with thrilling rides and award-winning shows! www.sixflags.com/fiestatexas
6. Explore the City Get to know San Antonio through guided or selfguided tours on double-decker buses, segways, river boats, trolleys, carriage rides, or B-Cycle. www.local.thecityofsanantonio.com/uniquetours.html
7. Ghost Tours Journey to the past to see the hauntings of San Antonio unveiled through our ghost tours! Every tour features ghost hunting equipment to uncover the secrets that lurk in the shadows. www.badwolfghosttours.com
8. The Missions The four historic missions, San Juan, Espada, Concepcion, and San Jose, along with The Alamo, were named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Tour and visit the missions to get a glimpse into Old San Antonio. www.nps.gov/saan/index.htm
9. King William/Southtown 444 TUBING
King William is the state's first historic district that has been reincarnated into cafes, art galleries, museums, and shops. Southtown is now the cultural hub for local artisans, art galleries, shops, eateries and bars.
10. Hill Country San Antonio is on the edge of the Texas hill country, where you can enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures, wine tours, small towns, floating the Comal River with 444 Tubing Company, and more! www.texashillcountry.com
Go to www.visitsanantonio.com to plan your next trip! 4 | RIVER WALK DESTINATION
Pet Friendly Don't want to leave your pet at home? You don't have to! Bring your pet with you while you eat, shop and explore. There are several pet friendly parks, boutiques, restaurants and activities. Take them to the River Walk and stop at Rita's on the River where they have a doggy menu and pet gear!
Sports
Shopping
Nightlife
Go Spurs Go! We are home to the Spurs so be sure to catch a game at the AT&T Center. Check out all of our basketball, hockey, baseball, and soccer teams including the Stars, the Rampage, the Missions, and the Scorpions.
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San Antonio has it all. From eclectic bars to dance clubs to live music venues to comedy clubs, you will have several options on any night of the week. Need a fun time on the town or a hang out spot after a long day? We got you!
Craft Dining
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We love food. And it shows! With such a diverse culture, there are tons of different restaurants with individual styles, atmospheres and dishes that will surely satisfy your craving. Visit the Pearl for sweet treats, locally made coffee or for a true craft dining experience at any of the restaurants.
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Best & Most Affordable Featured on KSAT - SA Live
5 Event Venues 4th Floor Las Leyendas & Balcony 50 guests 4th Floor Penthouse
70 guests
3rd Floor Calle Vista
100 guests
2nd Floor Cielo Vista
80 guests
2nd Floor Grande Vista
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200 guests
For more information: Melanie Planas melanie@rioplaza.net www.rioplaza.net (210) 293-6113
Testimonials WHY COUPLES LOVE US!
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hanks so much again for making our wedding day amazing! It couldn't have planned out any better. A lot of our friends executed our grand master plan of continuing the party all the way down the Riverwalk. The food was amazing, and the staff was so friendly and helpful. I'm actually shocked, after how many blogs we read saying we wouldn't get to eat, that we stuffed our faces and were super full. Thank You for making that happen and being so accommodating! We look forward to chowing down on the delicious chips and queso, that sealed the deal for us on Rio Plaza, when we come back to Texas." -Brawnlyn & Patrick | August 13, 2016
"I would highly recommend this venue! It is unique, beautiful, and has an excellent downtown location overlooking the river." - Samantha & Marc | May 16, 2015
"Everyone was blown away with everything!" - Joshua & Leo | June 19, 2016
"We couldn't have asked for a better day, and still get comments from our guests about how beautiful it all was." - Ginny & Brian | December 29, 2013 RIVER WALK DESTINATION | 7
Ceremony - Balcony
Grande Vista
Penthouse
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Calle Vista
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MENSAN STUDIOS
Las Leyendas
Grande Vista
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Balcony
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Grande Vista
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SPINACH SALAD
BEEF TENDERLOIN & SHRIMP
CLASSIC BRUSCHETTA
CHICKEN ALFREDO
SHRIMP BROCHETTE
In House Catering ALL MENUS ARE SPECIALLY PREPARED BY OUR BANQUET CHEFS Although the venue may take the spotlight, we want you and your guests to enjoy a meal that will make you want seconds! Our in house banquet chefs provide the most delicious food you have ever tasted. We are locally owned in San Antonio, Texas...of course we have TexMex cuisine! Our appetizers and 3 Tex-Mex menus are by far our most popular food option. Guests rave about the food!
A wedding favorite: Almond Crusted Chicken Breast with a Garlic Cream Sauce. Couples absolutely adore this dish! Along with other chicken entrees, we offer an Italian Menu, Beef Tenderloin Menu, and Bar-B-Que Menu.
We also have five other menus including appetizer and dessert options that have been individually selected to provide you with a variety of tasty cuisine.
All menus and meals are completely customized to what you love. While most couples think of their food as just dinner, we provide a late night snack menu to surprise your guests after dancing the night away!
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Finish your meal with any of our delectable desserts such as bunuelo rosettes, chocolatecovered strawberries, or champagne ice cream.
Beverages Cheers to the Newlyweds!
C ontinue your celebration! With a
full bar, margaritas, domestic and imported beer, red, white and sparkling wine, and non-alcoholic beverages, we can offer you and your guests the best cocktail to celebrate this day. We can personalize any bar with a custom chalkboard sign to showcase your signature menu.
Pro Tip: Consult with your coordinator to create the perfect bar for your wedding. With years of experience, we know the best mix for you and your guests!
Local Professional Vendors Experienced. Talented. Vendors we trust. *Special packages, discounts or offers for Rio Plaza clients SWEET ELEGANCE CAKES
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Photography & Video Limelight Photography and Video Karina Franco Wedding Photography Michelle Jones Photography michellejones-photography.com Philip Thomas Photography *Constante Photo and Video Creative People 12 | RIVER WALK DESTINATION
Entertainment 210-842-6620 210-471-1608 210-482-0632 210-833-1168 210-274-5716 210-209-2881
DJ Jena Clark Blue Tracks Entertainment *JD Entertainment *Celebrations Randall (Mariachi) Carlos Sanchez (Guitarist) *Miguel Vilas (Saxophone)
404-394-1122 210-446-8531 210-831-7642 210-902-1256 210-313-2673 210-744-6323 305-510-4020
UPTOWN FLOWERS
Wedding Planners The Event Assistant Ecilpse Event Co. Tiffany Reid & Co.
210-882-0849 210-960-2340 432-556-9294
Spa Mokara Hotel & Spa Bridal parties or group reservations Individual reservations
210-518-5843 210-518-5840
Sweets
Officiants Reverend Tino Gomez Ceremonies by Anna River City Wedding Ceremonies (Reverend Pete Campa II) Justice of the Peace (Monica Caballero)
210-293-6109 210-237-0080 210-862-5687 210-335-2803
210-789-6408 830-281-3222 210-494-3959 210-673-5965 210-417-4442 210-545-2200
Rentals
Floral Uptown Flowers *JD Entertainment H-E-B Blooms - Alon Market
210-224-9888 210-831-7642 210-479-4300
Linens *Yarlen Bridal Decorations
210-627-9800
Hair & Makeup Fabulous Looks Madame Makeup
*Sweet Elegance Cakes -Free cake base for Rio Plaza clients Creation Cakes Cakes and More Lucy’s Cake Small Cakes (Cupcakes) Delice (Desserts)
210-224-9888 or 210-337-5773 210-826-0138
Illusions Exclusively for you Event Planning Absolute Rentals Great Events
210-223-2742 210-445-1690 210-696-5376 210-340-2007
Photobooth *Tap Snap *JD Entertainment
210-485-5791 210-831-7642
Invitations & Wedding Accessories 210-495-6200
*Girl General
Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties 210-212-4770 210-951-3600
Howl at the Moon Dave & Buster's
Honeymoon & Carriages YARLEN BRIDAL DECORATIONS
Beach Bliss: Stephanie Yellow Rose Carriages
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Westin Riverwalk
Hotel Accommodations Plan your stay with one of our trusted partners HOMEWOOD SUITES 210-222-1515 ext 4526 homewoodsuites3.hilton.com
WESTIN RIVERWALK
Mokara
210-444-6012 or 210-444-6033 westinriverwalksanantonio.com
MOKARA 210-518-1120 omnihotels.com/hotels/ san-antonio-mokara
ST. ANTHONY HOTEL 210-354-9229 or 210-227-4392 thestanthonyhotel.com
Omni la Mansion
OMNI LA MANSION 210-518-1120 omnihotels.com/hotels/ san-antonio-la-mansion-del-rio
GRAND HYATT 210-224-1234 https://sanantonio.grand.hyatt.c om/en/hotel/home.html
The Hotel Emma MARRIOTT COURTYARD 210-246-7977 marriott.com
THE HOTEL EMMA 210-448-8318 thehotelemma.com
HOTEL CONTESSA 210-229-9222 thehotelcontessa.com
Hotel Valencia
HOLIDAY INN RIVERWALK 210-272-1519 or 210-272-1517 hiriverwalk.com
HOTEL VALENCIA 210-220-3011 hotelvalencia-riverwalk.com
Hyatt Regency HYATT REGENCY 210-451-6200 sanantonio.regency.hyatt.com
RED ROOF INN PLUS 210-229-9973 sanantoniodowntown.redroof.com
River Walk Destination SIX REASONS TO HAVE A DESTINATION WEDDING
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