SAN ANTONIO -- At least 45 festive floats will decorate the San Antonio River on Monday.

It's all part of the annual Texas Cavaliers River Parade. Each year, thousands of people line the River Walk to view the parade floats.

This year's theme, Magnificent Missions, will light up the river with festive music. Many of the floats are decorated by local organizations and Military installations. Fiesta goers say they enjoy the night time show.

"[I like] just the camaraderie of everyone being in the Fiesta mood and being happy,” said Shirley Sharpsteen.


The river parade begins at 7 p.m. Proceeds from the event are donated to children's charities.. by the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation.