Each April, the Alamo City hosts a nearly two-week long celebration in lieu of the state's anniversary of its victory against the Mexican army in the Battle of San Jacinto of 1836, marking its independence from Mexico. This 10-day celebration is known as "Fiesta" and its title is an accurate representation of what it is— a party!

The problem? You've probably never heard of it.

Almost anyone who was raised up through the public school system in the Lone Star State is probably familiar with the famous Alamo mission located in San Antonio, TX. The Alamo, frequently knows as the "Shrine of Texas Independence," may be the most recognizable of any Texas mission in history.

While Fiesta causes the whole city to shut down for a few days of the celebration, it is quite the foreign concept for people who don't call themselves San Antonio natives.

San Antonio is already a city that oozes with culture and history, but Fiesta highlights the city's uniqueness on a completely different level. From flamboyant floats to ecstatic mariachi and tasty tamales to mouthwatering margaritas (for those of age), Fiesta features food, drinks, music, dances, parades, royalty, band festivals, flowers and so much more that will have you smiling ear-to-ear all week long.

Growing up in San Antonio, I grew up going to Fiesta every year, and I get the worst case of FOMO every April when I can't make the trip. With the festival quickly approaching, I am determined to be in attendance this year.

So grab your BFF's, your favorite flower crown— if you have no idea what this is, you sure will after fiesta—and a carton of cascarones, and head on down to the countdown city to have the time of your life at Fiesta San Antonio! I can guarantee that your first visit will definitely not be your last!