Now, hundreds of organizations get in on the medal action each Fiesta, ordering them in batches that can number in the tens of thousands. Since the 1990s, the designs have grown more elaborate and colorful, incorporating intricate metal cuts, vibrant colors, dangling bling and movable parts.

Fiesta Fiesta set the stage for the official opening ceremony for Fiesta San Antonio as hundreds of locals trekked on over to Travis Park on Thursday, April 24.

The 11-day citywide celebration has once again taken over the Alamo City. That means showstopping parades, mouthwatering foods and a peek into San Antonio’s rich history.