World Heritage Festival Tour de las Misiones

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Mission County Park Pavilion, San Antonio TX

Saturday, September 12th, 2026

🚴‍♂️ Event Overview

Tour de Las Misiones is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to visit and learn about the historic San Antonio Missions. This Bike Ride Tour, Walk, and Run will feature enlightening activities throughout your chosen course. All events will begin and end at Mission County Park Pavilion.

📅 What to Expect

Registration deadline: Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
Guaranteed items: Commemorative bib, finisher’s medal, collectible T-shirt, goodie bag, and keepsake passport to the San Antonio Missions for participants that register by the August 21st deadline.
Photos: Will be posted at worldheritagefestival.org.
Post-event: Music and complimentary food and beverages will be served for registered participants.

🚴 Bike Ride Tour

The Bike Ride Tour will kick off with a guided 7-, 14-, or 22-mile bike ride tour of the southside of San Antonio and The Alamo, stopping at one or all the missions.

Safety Tips: This Bike Ride is not a race and can be completed on an open road with motor vehicles.
Rules: All riders must follow the rules of the road and all regulations as defined in the Texas vehicle code.
Helmet: Riders are encouraged to wear bike helmets on the course and buckled.
Hydration: We strongly suggest bringing at least two water bottles.

🏃‍♂️ 5K and 10K Run

The Run will start with an organized chipped timed race where registered participants will enjoy a 5K or 10K run through the scenic San Antonio River Walk: Mission Reach, San José, and the southside of San Antonio.

Safety Tips: When running on an open road, all runners must follow the rules of the road.
Compliance: Participants must follow all instructions of law enforcement and/or fire officials.
Right of Way: Public safety vehicles always have the right of way.
Hydration: We strongly suggest bringing at least two water bottles.

🚶‍♂️ 5K and 10K Walk

Registered participants will enjoy a 5K or 10K walk through the scenic San Antonio River Walk: Mission Reach, Mission San José, and Hot Well Ruins.

Safety Tips: When walking on an open road, all walkers must follow the rules of the road.
Compliance: Participants must follow all instructions of law enforcement and/or fire officials.
Right of Way: Public safety vehicles always have the right of way.
Hydration: We strongly suggest bringing at least two water bottles.

🏛️ Touring the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Mission Hours: Mission San Jose grounds are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The grounds of Missions San Juan, Concepcion, and Espada are open from sunrise to sunset.
Bicycle Policy: Bicycle riding is not allowed on any of the Missions compounds, including The Alamo.
Music: All stereos playing music must be turned off before entering any of the Missions compounds.
Pets: Dogs are allowed in the park: however, no pets are allowed inside the visitor center, contact stations, or mission churches.

💰 Fees and Categories - No Refunds!

Bike Ride: Adults 18 & up $55, Youth 12 to 14 - $25 flat rate, Youth 5 to 11 - $20 flat rate.
Run 5K/10K: Adults 18 & up $45, Youth 17 & under - $20 flat rate.
Walk 5K/10K: Adults 18 & up $40, Youth 13 to 17 - $20 flat rate, Youth 12 & under – Free.
Military Discount: $5 off Registration Fee (Promo Code MILITARY).

📦 Packet Pick-Up

September 4th and 5th, 2025
4 pm to 7 pm
World Heritage Center, 3106 Roosevelt Ave., 78214

🎟️ Event Day Information

EVENT DAY PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 5:30-7:00 a.m.
NO GUARANTEE OF EVENT T-SHIRT, BAG, OR COMMEMORATIVE COLLATERAL ON EVENT DAY.

📸 Share Your Experience

Share your photos of participating in this year’s event by tagging us (Facebook @worldheritagefestival or Instagram @worldheritagesa) and using our hashtag #worldheritagesa.