Halloween and Fall Events for Kids in San Antonio (2026)
Updated 2026-10-08 by Mom's Guide SA
Quick answer
San Antonio has lots of kid-friendly Halloween fun in October 2026. The free pumpkin patch at Tower of the Americas runs through Nov. 15. Brackenridge Park hosts Trick-or-Treat on the Trail on Oct. 23, and Muertos Fest at Hemisfair is free Oct. 23 to 25.
- Free options
- Pumpkin patch, Muertos Fest, trail treat
- Peak dates
- Oct. 23 to 25, Oct. 24
- Ages
- Toddlers to teens
Featured places
Tower of the Americas
San Antonio's iconic 750-foot tower with observation deck, 4D theater rides, and revolving restaurant — stunning city views.
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Nature & Wildlife
San Antonio Zoo
World-class zoo with 750+ species
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Museums
The DoSeum
Interactive children's museum with STEAM exhibits
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Museums
LEGOLAND Discovery Center
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Farms & Ranches
Trader's Village San Antonio
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Parks & Playgrounds
Brackenridge Park
Historic park with train and playgrounds
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Parks & Playgrounds
Hemisfair
Downtown park with splash pad and playground
San Antonio
Parks & Playgrounds
Yanaguana Garden
San Antonio
Entertainment
Morgan's Wonderland
Ultra-accessible theme park for all abilities
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Entertainment
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Theme park with coasters and water rides
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Nature & Wildlife
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Beautiful gardens with children's area
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Related events coming up
Movie Time: Hocus Pocus
Schaefer Branch Library
Oct 9 · 2:00 p.m.
Family Workshop: Ofrenda Candle Making & Decorating
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Oct 10 · 11:00 a.m.
Halloween Dress-up Tea Party
Semmes Branch Library
Oct 10 · 2:00 p.m.
Tween Halloween Switch Gaming Party
Semmes Branch Library
Oct 11 · 1:00 p.m.
Tobin Halloween Carnival
Tobin Library at Oakwell
Oct 12 · 5:00 p.m.
BOOtanica
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Oct 17 · 9:00 a.m.
Trick-or-Tail Dog Day
San Antonio Zoo
Oct 18
Painting with a Hike: Dia de los Muertos
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Oct 21 · 6:00 p.m.
Marigold Flower Crowns
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Oct 30 · 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Oct 31 · 9:00 a.m.
Tips
- Go early in the evening for outdoor events so little kids are not overtired.
- Ask about "too scary" rooms before you buy tickets for haunted houses.
- Bring a light jacket for October nights downtown.
- Confirm times the morning of the event. Organizers change them.
Questions parents ask
Where is there a free pumpkin patch in San Antonio?
Tower of the Americas has a free Fall Pumpkin Patch from Oct. 5 through Nov. 15, 2026, open during regular Tower hours. Pumpkins are sold on site while supplies last. Confirm at toweroftheamericas.com.
When is Muertos Fest at Hemisfair?
Muertos Fest runs Oct. 23 to 25, 2026, and is free. Friday is 5 to 11 p.m. (sensory-friendly altar hours 5 to 7 p.m.), Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday noon to 9 p.m. Details at muertosfest.com.
When is The DoSeum Sensory-Friendly Night in October?
The DoSeum lists Sensory-Friendly Night on Oct. 24, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 per person and registration is required on thedoseum.org.
What Halloween events are good for toddlers?
Start with daytime, free, or low-scare options: the Tower pumpkin patch, library Halloween story times, and Muertos Fest sensory-friendly hours on Friday evening.
When is Trick-or-Treat on the Trail at Brackenridge Park?
Brackenridge Park Conservancy lists Trick-or-Treat on the Trail on Oct. 23, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., free. It starts at Koehler Pavilion. Confirm at brackenridgepark.org.
When is Zoo Boo?
San Antonio Zoo lists Zoo Boo from Sept. 19 through Nov. 1, 2026, included with admission (free for members). Free daily trick-or-treating is listed 4 to 5 p.m. Confirm hours and special days on sazoo.org/zooboo.