San Antonio debuts 'concha bike' art installation on Riverwalk

The double-seater bike sculpture blends Mexican sweet bread culture with public art and photo-worthy fun.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Alamo Biscuit Co. in San Antonio has unveiled a new public art installation on the city's iconic Riverwalk - a double-seater 'concha bike' that combines the beloved Mexican sweet bread with a functional, photo-worthy art piece.

Why it matters

The concha bike sculpture represents a unique collaboration between local businesses, artists, and the community to celebrate San Antonio's rich cultural heritage and provide a new, interactive attraction for both residents and tourists to enjoy along the Riverwalk.

The details

The concha bike, designed to resemble the iconic Mexican sweet bread pastry, features a two-person seat and pedals that allow visitors to ride along the Riverwalk. The sculpture was created by local artists and commissioned by the Alamo Biscuit Co. as part of the company's efforts to promote San Antonio's diverse food culture and support the city's thriving arts scene.

  • The concha bike was unveiled to the public on February 16, 2026.

The players

Alamo Biscuit Co.

A local San Antonio business that commissioned the concha bike sculpture as part of its efforts to celebrate the city's Mexican-American heritage and support the local arts community.

Local artists

The team of artists who designed and created the concha bike sculpture for the Alamo Biscuit Co.

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What they’re saying

“We wanted to create something that would bring people together, celebrate our city's culture, and give everyone a fun, interactive way to experience the Riverwalk.”

— Javier Hernandez, Co-owner, Alamo Biscuit Co. (Instagram)

What’s next

The concha bike will remain a permanent installation on the San Antonio Riverwalk, allowing visitors to ride and take photos with the unique sculpture.

The takeaway

The concha bike is a creative and whimsical public art piece that showcases San Antonio's vibrant Mexican-American culture, supports local businesses and artists, and provides a new, interactive attraction for both residents and tourists to enjoy along the iconic Riverwalk.