VIA Metropolitan Transit is proud to partner with H-E-B once again to provide complimentary transportation to and/or from the H-E-B Tree Lighting in Travis Park at 301 E. Travis St. on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021.

The transportation, provided courtesy of event organizers, includes all VIA mainline bus service and VIAtrans service for registered patrons. When boarding, passengers simply inform the operator that they are attending the H-E-B Tree Lighting to ride fare-free. Registered VIAtrans customers should schedule their trip in accordance with VIAtrans policies and procedures. Riders who would like additional information regarding routes and scheduling on the day of the event may call 210-362-2020.

The Tree Lighting Ceremony is open to the public and begins at 6 p.m. The nearly 50-foot Christmas tree with more than 10,000 lights is H-E-B’s Christmas gift to the City of San Antonio.

Safe Riding Reminders:

• Face coverings are required inside VIA facilities and on VIA vehicles.
• VIA recommends paying touch-free through the VIA goMobile+ app.
• Please maintain social distancing while riding VIA services.
• Avoid riding when feeling ill.