Amazing Preservation Race

Amazing Preservation Race

Friday, May 8, 2026

San Antonio, TX 78205

The City’s Office of Historic Preservation invites you to face off in the ultimate urban scavenger hunt: The Amazing Preservation Race! The only race of its kind – think CBS’s Amazing Race but in historic downtown San Antonio. Teams of 4 must follow clues and complete challenges to fill their passports before racing to the finish. The first team to cross the finish line with their completed passport wins! Top prizes include staycations!

Friday, May 8
Legacy Park, 103 W Houston
Check-in @ 5:30 pm
Race start @ 6:30 pm

REGISTRATION PRICE

$20/person ($80/team) until April 8 at midnight
$30/person ($120/team) April 9 through May 7

WHAT TO EXPECT

The challenges' locations are top secret and spread apart. Expect to run/walk around 3 miles during the event. Racers may use their cell phones to decipher clues and complete challenges. The clues and challenge locations are based on San Antonio’s history and architecture. No transportation beyond walking or running is allowed (no scooters, rideshares, etc.) Teams are encouraged to be creative with a team name and costumes! This is a competition! Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers, best costume, and best team spirit. Top prizes include staycations!

DAY OF DETAILS

The race will start promptly at 6:30 pm at Legacy Park at 103 W Houston in front of Pinkerton’s BBQ. You may arrive by 5:30 pm to check in and prepare for the event. You’ll be able to pick up your team gear: a buff for each team member and team bibs. There will be water and restrooms available. Paid parking is available at City Tower Garage, 117 W Commerce. Look for additional downtown parking online: sapark.sanantonio.gov/Parking-Locations Come prepared with a charged phone, good running shoes, and a unique costume. There is a prize for the best team costume!

CONTACT INFO

If you have any questions about the race, please email [email protected] or call 210-207-3327. Looking for teammates? If you are interested in participating but need help finding other team members to round-off a team of four, email [email protected].