What's Happening in San Antonio & Surrounding Areas
Find things to do in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Browse curated community events by date, category, location and free admission, with family outings and official organizer details.
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Calaveras de Azúcar Festival
November 1, 2026 · 10 AM–8:30 PM · Central time
Historic Market Square · San Antonio
Free admission · purchases extra
Community altars, vendors and live music celebrate Día de los Muertos.
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Baby Story Time
November 1, 2026 · 10:15–11 AM · Central time
Pruitt Library · San Antonio
Free
A story-time program for babies up to 18 months and their grown-ups.
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Morgan's Wonderland — November 1 outing
November 1, 2026 · 10:30 AM–5 PM · Central time
Morgan's Wonderland · San Antonio
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Plan a visit to the ultra-accessible family park on its final operating day of the season. Closed for the season November 2, 2026–February 26, 2027. Check the official calendar before booking.
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Toddler Storytime
November 1, 2026 · 10:30–11:30 AM · Central time
Maverick Library · San Antonio
Free
Share a toddler-focused story-time outing at the library.
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Family Story Time
November 1, 2026 · 11:15 AM–noon · Central time
Pruitt Library · San Antonio
Free
Stories for children ages 18 months–5 years and their families.
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Let's Build: LEGO Club
November 1, 2026 · Noon–1 PM · Central time
Igo Library · San Antonio
Free
Build and create with LEGO; recommended for children ages 5–12.
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McNay Family Day: Passport to Art
November 1, 2026 · 1–4 PM · Central time
McNay Art Museum · San Antonio
Free · optional registration
Hands-on art and gallery experiences for families.
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STEM for Kids
November 1, 2026 · 1–3 PM · Central time
Potranco Branch Library · San Antonio
Free
Explore hands-on STEM kits during this children's library program.
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Día de Muertos 2026 at Rinconcito de Esperanza
November 1, 2026 · 4–10 PM · Central time
Rinconcito de Esperanza · San Antonio
Free admission
Family-friendly altars, live music and a community procession celebrate Día de Muertos.
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SA Harmonie Concert
November 1, 2026 · 4–5:30 PM · Central time
Trinity University · Ruth Taylor Recital Hall · San Antonio
Free · open to the public
A wind chamber music ensemble concert at Trinity University.
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Día de los Muertos at Pearl
November 1, 2026 · 5–9 PM · Central time
Pearl Park at Pearl · San Antonio
Free public celebration
Ofrendas, performances, a Catrin & Catrina contest and a procession at approximately 7:15 PM.
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YOSA Classics I: Metamorphosis
November 1, 2026 · 7 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
Youth Orchestras of San Antonio presents its Classics concert. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert
November 3, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
Ticketed — from $38 · check organizer
A screening with a live band performing the film's score. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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JD Simo with Black Joe Lewis
November 5, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater · San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
An evening concert in the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Storytime Flow at McNay Museum
November 6, 2026 · 10–11 AM · Central time
McNay Art Museum · San Antonio
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A story and art activity at the museum. Check tickets and availability; admission is not universally free.
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Doja Cat: Tour Ma Vie World Tour
November 6, 2026 · Check organizer for start time · Central time
Frost Bank Center · San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
Doja Cat brings the Tour Ma Vie World Tour to Frost Bank Center. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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DiwaliSA — Festival of Lights
November 7, 2026 · 4:30 PM–midnight · Central time
Arneson River Theatre & Hemisfair · San Antonio
Free admission · food/purchases extra
A public celebration with food, lights, music and dance.
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Ryan Bingham & The Texas Gentlemen
November 7, 2026 · 8 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
Ticketed — from $68.50 · check organizer
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen perform at the Tobin Center. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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A Pirate's Life with Lisa Briggs (National Geographic)
November 8, 2026 · 2 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
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An educational stage presentation exploring a pirate's life. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Second Thursday at the McNay
November 12, 2026 · 6–9 PM · free gallery admission 4–9 PM · Central time
McNay Art Museum · San Antonio
Free · registration REQUIRED
Evening music and art activities with free gallery admission. Registration required; check organizer for availability.
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Jackie Venson
November 13, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater · San Antonio
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Jackie Venson performs in the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival
November 14, 2026 · 10 AM–4 PM · Central time
Briscoe Western Art Museum · San Antonio
Free · museum admission included · registration recommended
Native American arts, traditional performances and family crafts. Free registration recommended; check organizer.
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SA Veterans Day at Hemisfair
November 14, 2026 · Noon–6 PM · Central time
Civic Park at Hemisfair · San Antonio
Free admission
A family community event with live entertainment and resources.
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Smoke & Fire BBQ Fest
November 14, 2026 · 5–9 PM · VIP entry 4 PM · Central time
Pullman Market · San Antonio
General Admission $105.96 · VIP $175.26
Barbecue and live music at Pullman Market. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival
November 14, 2026 · 6 PM–midnight · Central time
Houston Street Downtown West / Zona Cultural · San Antonio
Free admission
Outdoor music, dance, film and light installations downtown.
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Jonas Brothers: The Burning Up Tour All Over Again
November 14, 2026 · 7:30 PM · doors 6:30 PM · Central time
Frost Bank Center · San Antonio
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The Jonas Brothers perform at Frost Bank Center. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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High Fidelity: An Intimate Screening and Evening with John Cusack
November 15, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
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A screening and evening with John Cusack at the Tobin Center. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Jim Brickman: Piano Sensation Live! & A Little Bit of Christmas
November 22, 2026 · 2 PM & 7:30 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater · San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
A piano concert with a little bit of Christmas; two shows on this date. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Christmas in Comfort
November 28, 2026 · 10 AM–9 PM · tree lighting 6:30 PM · parade 7 PM · Central time
Downtown Comfort historic district · Comfort
Check organizer; purchases extra
Craft vendors, holiday shopping, Santa, tree lighting, a parade and fireworks afterwards. Admission is not confirmed free. Check tickets and availability with the organizer.
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Steve Treviño: Family Man Tour
November 28, 2026 · 8 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
A ticketed comedy evening at the Tobin Center. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Rene Vaca and That Mexican OT
November 29, 2026 · 8 PM · Central time
Tobin Center · H-E-B Performance Hall · San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
A ticketed show with Rene Vaca and That Mexican OT at the Tobin Center. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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General attractions, not guaranteed open now. Check hours and booking.
The DoSeum
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
2800 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78209
$18 ages 1+ · under 1 free
Hands-on exhibits invite children to build, explore and learn through play. Sunday public hours: noon–5 PM. Closed Tuesdays. Check today's hours before visiting.
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Witte Museum
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
$17 adults · $11 children ages 4–12 · under 4 free
Explore dinosaurs, nature and science together through museum exhibits. Sunday public hours: noon–5 PM. Check today's hours and ticket options.
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San Antonio Zoo
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
3903 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78212
Date-priced tickets · check selected date
Spend time discovering animal exhibits and planning a family zoo visit. Hours and ticket prices vary by date. Check hours and book with the zoo.
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The Cibolo Nature Center
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
140 City Park Rd, Boerne, TX 78006
Free nature trails
Take a nature-trail outing and explore the outdoor landscape at your own pace. Trails open dawn to dusk daily. Check organizer notices and conditions before visiting.
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Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Free playground access
An inclusive playground and outdoor play areas for a family stop at Hemisfair. Check park notices before visiting. Splash pad closed September 28, 2026 through spring 2027; no water play during this closure.
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San Antonio Botanical Garden
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX 78209
Weekend: $22 adults · $15 children ages 3–13 · under 3 free
Explore garden paths and the Family Adventure Garden together. Check your date's hours, admission and booking details with the garden.
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Natural Bridge Caverns
General attraction — not guaranteed open now
26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, TX 78266
Tour prices vary · booking required for selected tours
Choose a cavern tour for an underground family adventure. Check the official schedule, tour availability and booking requirements.
Check Hours & BookingFall & holiday collection · 2026–2027
Dated seasonal listings, not a daily operating calendar. Events may have ended; check dates and organizer schedules.
Pearl Sunday Farmers Market
November 1, 2026 – November 29, 2026 · Sundays, 10 AM–2 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Pearl · 303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215
Free admission · vendor purchases extra
Over 50 vendors offer local produce and artisan food.
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Self-Guided Día de los Muertos Altar Tour
November 1, 2026 – November 6, 2026 · Daily, 10 AM–6 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Historic Market Square · 514 W Commerce St, San Antonio
Free admission · purchases extra
Explore the Día de los Muertos altars at Historic Market Square on a self-guided visit.
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CORNy Maze at Traders Village San Antonio
November 1, 2026 – November 8, 2026 · 11 AM–9:30 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Traders Village San Antonio · 9333 Southwest Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
$9.99 + tax ages 3+ (maze only) · $14.99 + tax maze + rides
Fall maze fun at Traders Village San Antonio on five remaining verified dates. Ages 2 and under free for maze only. Parking and other fees extra. Check tickets, availability and weather before heading out.
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South Texas Maize at Graff 7A Ranch
September 26, 2026 – November 21, 2026 · Fri 6–9 PM (Oct/Nov) · Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun noon–5 PM · Central time
Hondo · Graff 7A Ranch · 911 US Hwy 90 E, Hondo, TX 78861
$21 + tax ages 3+ · pumpkins sold separately
Admission includes an 8-acre maze, hayride, giant slides, zipline and more. Pumpkin patch access requires admission; pumpkins depend on stock. Listed hours are admission hours; the site closes later.
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Tower of the Americas Fall Pumpkin Patch
October 5, 2026 – November 15, 2026 · Daily during Tower regular business hours · check organizer · Central time
San Antonio · Tower of the Americas · 739 E César Chávez Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78205
Free patch entry · pumpkins sold separately
Autumn photo displays and pumpkins at the Tower, while supplies last.
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Winding Branch Ranch — THE PATCH
Through November 1, 2026 · Wed–Thu 3–6 PM · Fri–Sun 9 AM–5 PM · Central time
Bulverde · Winding Branch Ranch · 30640 Leroy Scheel Rd, Bulverde, TX 78163
Free admission · free advance tickets REQUIRED
Visit the animal sanctuary for pumpkin donations and seasonal ranch activities. Free advance tickets are required and may sell out. Season ends Sunday, November 1.
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Wurstfest
November 6, 2026 – November 15, 2026 · 4–11 PM · Central time
New Braunfels · Wurstfest grounds · 178 Landa Park Dr, New Braunfels
$15 online · door higher · ages 12 and under free
Ten days of German heritage, food, entertainment and music. Ages 12 and under free daily. Final Sunday admission free after 3 PM. Check tickets and availability; purchases extra.
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Beetlejuice the Musical
November 13, 2026 – November 15, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Majestic Theatre · 224 E Houston St, San Antonio
Ticketed — check organizer
The stage musical at the Majestic Theatre. Recommended age 13+; mature content. Check tickets and availability. Tickets may sell out.
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Boerne Market Days
November 14, 2026 – November 15, 2026 · 10 AM–5 PM · Central time
Boerne · Boerne Main Plaza · 100 N Main St, Boerne
Free admission · purchases extra
An outdoor arts and crafts market with artisan vendors and live music.
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Illuminate presented by H-E-B
November 20, 2026 – January 10, 2027 · Timed entry 5:30–9:30 PM · closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day · Central time
San Antonio · San Antonio Botanical Garden · 555 Funston Place, San Antonio
Nonmember adult $29.99 + fees · child $26.99 + fees
A seasonal illuminated garden experience with timed admission, continuing into January 2027. Possible additional parking costs. Check available entry times before booking.
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Panda Fest San Antonio
November 21, 2026 – November 22, 2026 · 10 AM–10 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Civic Park at Hemisfair · 210 S Alamo St, San Antonio
$14 general admission (Visit SA listing) · children younger than 6 free
Asian food vendors and cultural performances at Hemisfair. Check tickets and availability with the organizer; food purchases extra. Tickets may sell out.
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End of Season Holiday Market & Tree Adoption
November 21, 2026 · Saturday, 9 AM–1 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Mission Marquee Plaza · 3100 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
Free entry
A seasonal market and tree adoption event at Mission Marquee Plaza.
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45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade & Lighting
November 27, 2026 · Friday, 6 PM at Tobin Center · 7:05 PM Arneson Theatre live broadcast · Central time
San Antonio · San Antonio River Walk
Generally ticketed viewing · limited free viewing area
The holiday river parade and lighting return to the River Walk. Limited FREE first-come viewing east of the River Walk between Pecan and Richmond Streets.
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Dickens on Main
November 27, 2026 – November 28, 2026 · Main Plaza markets noon–9 PM both days · other activities select hours · Central time
Boerne · Hill Country Mile / Downtown Boerne · Main Plaza
Some optional activities cost money · check organizer
Town holiday lighting, live shows, Santa, crafts, ice slides and snow across downtown Boerne.
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Old West Christmas Light Fest
November 27, 2026 – December 23, 2026 · Select nights: Nov 27–29, Dec 4–6, 11–13 & 18–23 · 5–10 PM · Central time
Boerne · Enchanted Springs Ranch · 242 State Hwy 46 W, Boerne, TX 78006
$25 ages 6+ (+ online fees) · $20 military / first responder
Holiday lights in a ranch setting on 15 scheduled nights, not every day. Kids 5 and under free. Parking free.
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Holiday Art Market at Tobin Center
November 28, 2026 · Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Tobin Center · 100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio
Free admission
Shop work from 80+ local artists and visit Santa at the holiday art market. Source: official Visit San Antonio tourism guide.
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23rd Annual Pumpkin Patch
Through November 1, 2026 · Check organizer for hours · Central time
Helotes · Helotes Hills UMC · 13222 Bandera Road, Helotes, TX 78023
Free admission · pumpkins from $1
Browse pumpkins at the church's annual patch, with pumpkins available for purchase. Ends Sunday, November 1 OR when pumpkins sell out. Daily hours are not confirmed.
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SeaWorld San Antonio Christmas Celebration
November 12, 2026 – January 4, 2027 · SELECT dates, not daily · check site for park times · Central time
San Antonio · SeaWorld San Antonio · 10500 SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
Included in paid park admission
Holiday lights, shows and meet and greets on selected park dates through January 2027.
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Dated event archive. Check the organizer for current events and availability.
7th Annual Trick or Treat Trail
October 31, 2026 · 10 AM–5 PM · Central time
Boerne · Hill Country Mile / Historic Downtown Boerne
Free
Stroll downtown as participating shops hand out candy along the Hill Country Mile.
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FUMC Halloween Festival
October 31, 2026 · 5:30–7 PM · Central time
Boerne · First United Methodist Church · 205 James St., Boerne
Free
An evening of trunk-or-treating, games and inflatables, with a free dinner.
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Comfort Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
October 31, 2026 · 5–8 PM · Central time
Comfort · Comfort Baptist Church · 100 Amber Dr., Comfort
Free
Stop by for candy, carnival games and bounce houses.
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Halloween Spooktacular
October 31, 2026 · 6–10 PM · Central time
San Antonio · The Rock at La Cantera · 1 Spurs Way, San Antonio
Free
Trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, a DJ and a petting zoo at The Rock. Digital RSVP encouraged.
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Hall-O-Fest
October 31, 2026 · 6–10 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Chicken N Pickle · 5215 UTSA Blvd., San Antonio
Free admission · optional $10 VIP bag/bingo donation
Celebrate with trunk-or-treating and costume contests at Chicken N Pickle.
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Village at Stone Oak Fall Fest
October 31, 2026 · Noon–3 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Village at Stone Oak · 22610 US-281 N, San Antonio
Free
An afternoon family fall festival at Village at Stone Oak.
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Halloween Artfest
October 31, 2026 · 4:30–7 PM · Central time
San Antonio · Contemporary at Blue Star · 116 Blue Star, San Antonio
Free
Make art, collect candy and enjoy a dog costume contest at the Contemporary.
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Trick-or-Treat at The DoSeum
October 31, 2026 · 5:30–8 PM · Central time
San Antonio · The DoSeum · 2800 Broadway, San Antonio
$20 children / $15 adults
A ticketed evening of Halloween family activities at The DoSeum. Advance tickets required. No at-door purchases.
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Windcrest Police Trunk or Treat
October 31, 2026 · 6–8 PM · Central time
Windcrest · Windcrest City Hall parking lot · 8601 Midcrown Dr., Windcrest
Free
Join the city and police department for a community candy event.
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28th Annual Halloween Festival
October 31, 2026 · 3–5 PM · Central time
Schertz · Schertz United Methodist Church · 3460 Roy Richard Dr., Schertz
Free
Enjoy games, prizes, candy and a photo booth at the church's annual festival.
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Halloween on College Street
October 31, 2026 · Evening · see city details · Central time
Seguin · East College Street · E College St. between N King and N Milam, Seguin
Free
Police-sponsored trick-or-treating along College Street. City sources differ on the start time (6 PM or 6:30 PM); check the city before going.
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Cavern Bat Fest
October 31, 2026 · 10 AM–5 PM · Central time
Natural Bridge Caverns area · Natural Bridge Caverns · 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd.
Free activities · $10 parking · paid attractions extra
A day of seasonal activities at Natural Bridge Caverns, with free trick-or-treating from 3–5 PM. 10 AM–5 PM listed by Visit New Braunfels; confirm with the organizer.
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Fall Festival at Riverview Calvary Chapel
October 31, 2026 · 5–8 PM · Central time
New Braunfels · Riverview Calvary Chapel · 6804 FM 306, New Braunfels
Check organizer
An evening fall festival at Riverview Calvary Chapel. Time listed by Visit New Braunfels. Admission cost is not confirmed.
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Nightmare on Maple
October 31, 2026 · 5–7 PM · Central time
Bandera · Bandera City Park · 511 Main St., Bandera
Free
Free family Halloween activities at Bandera City Park.
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