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San Antonio is about to heat up with the sizzling sounds and flavors of Norteño Fest 2025, the ultimate celebration of carne asada, live music, and Mexican rodeo, happening Sunday, March 30th, from 2 PM to 7 PM at the San Antonio Charro Association (6126 Padre Dr, San Antonio, TX 78214).

Presented by Tu Asador, this one-of-a-kind festival brings together grill masters, charros, escaramuzas, and music lovers for an unforgettable day of authentic northern Mexican culture.

Carne Asada Showdown: Who Will Be Crowned the Grill King?

The heart of Norteño Fest is its high-stakes carne asada competition, where 15+ teams will fire up the grills and battle for the title of Best Carne Asada and Discada in town. Festivalgoers will have the opportunity to taste, vote, and help crown the ultimate grill champion in this mouthwatering showdown.

“At Tu Asador, carne asada is more than just food—it’s a tradition that brings people together,” says Regina Gonzalez, Co-Owner & Co-Founder of Tu Asador. “This competition is a celebration of that passion, where the best grill masters showcase their skills, flavors, and love for the norteño culture.”

Mexican Rodeo, Folkloric Dance & More!

The excitement doesn’t stop at the grill. Norteño Fest is bringing the thrill of traditional Mexican rodeo and entertainment to San Antonio, featuring:

Charreada & Jaripeo – Witness the heart-pounding action of Mexican bull riding and rodeo.
Escaramuzas – Experience the elegance of traditional Mexican equestrian dance performances.
Folkloric Dance & Live Music – Enjoy vibrant performances that showcase the rich traditions of Mexico.

Live Music Lineup

Get ready to dance the day away with an electrifying lineup of live music:

2:00 PM – Grupo Tan Tan
4:15 PM – Mariachi Los Caporales & Bazan Folklorico
5:30 PM – Grupo Revolución
6:45 PM – Winners Announcement
7:00-7:30 PM – Closing with Grupo Revolución

Family Fun, Food & Drinks

Norteño Fest is an event for the whole family! The Kids Zone will feature:

Petting Zoo

Face Painting

Pony Rides

And, of course, come hungry! Enjoy a delicious selection of food and drinks from top vendors, including sizzling carne asada, refreshing cocktails, and more.

Tickets & Admission

General Admission: $70
VIP Admission: $85
Kids 12 & Under: FREE

This incredible event is made possible by generous sponsors, including Sysco, Wiatrek’s Meat Market, Don Ramón Tequila, Oyster Bay, Casa Madero, DL Port Construction, San Antonio Charro Association, and Casamigos.

Get Your Tickets Now!

Don’t miss this one-day-only celebration of food, music, and culture! Visit NortenoFest.com for tickets, competition sign-ups, and more event details.

Get ready, San Antonio—Norteño Fest 2025 is bringing the ultimate carne asada showdown and Mexican rodeo to San Antonio!

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