The City of San Antonio is gearing up to commemorate Juneteenth, a significant day in American history. As we celebrate freedom and reflect on the journey toward equality, here’s what you need to know about the Juneteenth holiday schedule for city services.
City offices and services
On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, City Hall and most municipal offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. However, essential public safety and emergency services will remain operational. Here’s a breakdown of how other city services will be affected:
Police and fire services
- Police officers and firefighters will be on duty, ensuring the safety of residents and visitors.
General services
The 3-1-1 Call Center will operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for non-urgent inquiries and from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. for urgent animal concerns and traffic signal malfunctions.
- Animal Care Officers will be available for inspections and emergency coverage.
- Downtown parking meters will have a holiday—no need to feed the meter on the streets (please note that this does not apply to off-street City-operated garages and lots).
Recreation and parks
- Outdoor pools will be open on June 19. Check SanAntonio.gov/ParksAndRec for hours and locations.
- City parks and trails will remain open for outdoor enjoyment.
Waste collection and drop-off
- Garbage, recycling, and organics will be collected according to regular schedules throughout the week.
- Bulky waste drop-off centers (Bitters, Frio City Rd., Rigsby, and Culebra) will be open.
Facilities and administrative offices
The following facilities and administrative offices will be closed:
- Central Library and all library locations
- The Darner Headquarters and Park Reservations Office
- Senior/Adult Comprehensive Centers
- Senior Nutrition Sites
- City of San Antonio Community Centers
- Metro Health clinics and offices
- San Antonio Municipal Court
- Animal Care Services Lobby and Adoption Center
- SAPD’s Administration and Records Section
- SAFD Administrative Offices
- Homeless Connections Hotline and Veteran Services
- City of San Antonio Street Outreach
- City of San Antonio Homeless Encampment Team
- Carver Community Cultural Center
- Alamodome Offices and Box Office
- La Villita and Market Square administrative offices
- Solid Waste Management administrative offices
- Development Services Department
- Economic Development Department
- Office of Historic Preservation
- Office of Innovation
- Planning Department
- Neighborhood and Housing Services
- Office of the City Clerk, including Vital Records
- Culture Commons Gallery at Plaza de Armas
- Centro de Artes Gallery at Market Square
- Pre-K 4 SA Education Centers and Corporate office
- Bitters Brush site at 1800 Wurzbach Parkway
Celebrating Freedom
As an experienced writer, I appreciate the significance of Juneteenth and its impact on our nation’s history. Let us honor this day by reflecting on our shared journey and celebrating the resilience of the human spirit.
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