NIOSA continues tradition of ‘Hanging of the Rain Rock’ to ward off bad weather during Fiesta

SAN ANTONIO – NIOSA organizers on Monday continued the tradition of “Hanging of the Rain Rock” to ward off bad weather ahead of the four-day festival.

NIOSA kicks off on Tuesday at the historic La Villita and will take place each night through Friday. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and close at 10:30 p.m.

While there is a low chance for storms late Monday night, rain chances drop out of the forecast by Tuesday. Even though rain may throw a wrench in Fiesta plans, it would be welcomed by many as more than 90% of Texas is in a drought.

See a look at this week’s forecast here.

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We are airing live Fiesta coverage on KSAT 12 TV, the KSAT OTT app and on KSAT.com for the following events:

• Texas Cavaliers River Parade - 7-9 p.m. on April 4 — KSAT 12 and all digital platforms
• “SA Live” River Parade Afterparty - 9-10 p.m. on April 4 — KSAT 12 and all digital platforms
• Battle of Flowers Band Festival at Alamo Stadium — livestreamed on KSAT.com and KSAT Plus at 7 p.m. on April 7
• Battle of Flowers Parade - 9 a.m.-noon on April 8 — KSAT 12 and all digital platforms
• King William Fair Parade - 9 a.m. on April 9 — livestreamed on KSAT.com and KSAT Plus
• Battle of Flowers Band Festival - 2 p.m. on April 9 — KSAT 12 and all digital platforms
• Fiesta Flambeau Night Parade pre-party - 6 p.m. on April 9 — KSAT 12 and all digital platforms
• Fiesta Flambeau Night Parade - 7-10 p.m. on April 9 — KSAT 12 and all digital platforms