Creating a shoebox float during Fiesta is very much a family project. It’s something that many San Antonio-raised adults remember making as children and one that most labor over as parents now.

McCart said they first painted the shoebox, added stripes, crafted ears and even gave the float some flair with a pair of earrings. But the project is about more than just creativity — it’s ...

Students proudly showcased their handcrafted shoebox floats ahead of the Battle of Flowers Parade. Second-grader Bridget De La Torre, who previously shared her float-building journey with KSAT ...

Shoebox Mardi Gras floats are a rite of passage for children ... Jack LeBlanc and Jacob LeBlanc built their floats as a family project with William E. "Pawpaw" McHenry and Melanie McHenry-LeBlanc.