Overview
Everything’s bigger in Texas—including the halftime show at the Alamo Bowl. Bring your team to take the field at the Alamodome, which seats 72,000 fans. Your dancers will also perform at the River Walk Pep Rally. Celebrate your success in San Antonio by taking in the must-see spots of the city. Applications are now open for December 2025 through January 2026!
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to San Antonio, TX
Hotel check-in
Alamo Bowl Pep Rally
Join the Alamo Bowl fanfare right away as you perform for spectators along the legendary San Antonio River Walk at the official Alamo Bowl Pep Rally.
Director's Welcome Reception
Meet your fellow Alamo Bowl coaches and instructors at the Director’s Welcome Reception.
First Rehearsal
Day 2
Morning Rehearsal
Today is all about rehearsal! Spend the morning practicing for the halftime show.
Optional Activity
You have the evening free to take in the sights of San Antonio. Enjoy SeaWorld®, Six Flags, or the San Antonio Zoo.
Day 3
Final Rehearsal
It's time for the final halftime show dress rehearsal with everyone...marching bands, dancers, color guard, and more!
Alamo Bowl Kickoff
The winning performance group showcases their routine solo during the pre-game, while all groups come together to perform the halftime show finale.
Day 4
Explore San Antonio
After a good night’s rest, enjoy San Antonio a bit more before heading home!
Depart for home
Already Included
Hotel accommodations
Accident & medical insurance coverage under WorldStrides' industry-leading policy
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Performance in a college bowl game halftime show or national parade event
Exclusive awards ceremony
Scenes from Recent San Antonio & Alamo Bowl programs
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.