Free in San Antonio is published each week on SanAntonioMomBlogs.com. It’s not an exhaustive list but, rather, a curated list of free (and almost free) events and activities families will enjoy. Check back throughout the week as more free events and activities may be added.
Free Swimming
Four public San Antonio pools are now open on select dates and hours through June 14 (then regular summer hours begin)
Monday, June 9, participating McDonald’s locations, 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
FREE small coffee between during breakfast hours at Acosta franchise locations in San Antonio (click for full list)
Tuesday, June 10, Santikos Theaters (Paladium IMAX, Silverado 16, Mayan Palace, Embassy 14, Rialto, Northwest), 10:00 a.m.
Free movies at participating Santikos Movie Theaters: How to Train Your Dragon
Tuesday, June 10, Alamo Drafthouse Westlakes, 1255 SW Loop 410, 78227, 11:00 a.m.
Alamo Kids Camp free movies: Mary Poppins
Tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show, and seating is first come, first served.
Tuesday, June 10, Kate’s Frosting (Broadway location only: 7701 Broadway, 78209), 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Try Before You Buy cupcake tasting event. Get a taste of Kate’s Frosting’s summer cupcake flavors for FREE!
Tuesday, June 10, Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, 78209, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Tuesdays at the Witte.
Tuesday, June 10, San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 West Jones Avenue, 78215, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free admission on Tuesdays.
Tuesday, June 10, HEB on 6818 South Zarzamora, 78224 (1:00 p.m.) and HEB Plus on 1150 N Loop 1604 W, 78248 (6:00 p.m.)
The Junie B. Jones Stupid Smelly Bus Tour. Enjoy free, live theatrical performances and giveaways.
Tuesday, June 10, Travis Park, 301 E Travis St, 78205, 7:30 p.m.
Movies by Moonlight Continues with Frozen Sing-Along. Take advantage of free parking on Tuesdays at downtown city-operated facilities after 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 10, Alamo Drafthouse Westlakes, Park North, and Stone Oak, 8:00 p.m.
Free admission (all ages welcome!) to watch the Spurs on the Drafthouse’s super big screen in Game 3 against the Miami Heat. An 18% gratuity will be added to any food and beverage checks during Spurs screenings.
Wednesday, June 11, Santikos Theaters (Paladium IMAX, Silverado 16, Mayan Palace, Embassy 14, Rialto, Northwest), 10:00 a.m.
Free movies at participating Santikos Movie Theaters: How to Train Your Dragon
Wednesday, June 11, Krispy Kreme (1117 North Loop 1604 East, 78232 and 12328 IH 10 West, 78230), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Family Night at Krispy Kreme: donut decorating, crafts, and games for all ages. Thanks to SAthreesixtyfive for the tip!
Thursday, June 12, Artworks Art Studio, 1840 Nacogdoches Rd, 78209, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Free Game Night for children ages 5-12. Bring your favorite game at 5:30 and grab a table.
Thursday, June 12, Alamo Drafthouse Westlakes, Park North, and Stone Oak, 8:00 p.m.
Free admission (all ages welcome!) to watch the Spurs on the Drafthouse’s super big screen in Game 4 against the Miami Heat. An 18% gratuity will be added to any food and beverage checks during Spurs screenings.
Saturday, June 14, Hardberger Park, 13203 Blanco Road, 78216, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Family-friendly yoga
Saturday, June 14, Lakeshore Learning, 327 NW Loop 410, 78216, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free craft for kids, ages 3 and up: make a Father’s Day pencil holder
Saturday, June 14, Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market Street, 78205, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Story Time Stampede: Bison. Kids 12 and under receive free admission to the museum. Adults are just $5 each.
Saturday, June 14, Brown Expo at Traders Village, 9333 Southwest Loop 410 at Old Pearsall Rd 78242, 12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
4th Annual Dia de los Daddys Car Show and Swap Meet. Free admission, $3 parking.
Saturday, June 14, Wonderland of the Americas Mall, 4522 Fredericksburg Road, 78201, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Disney Panel by Glitter Princess Entertainment at the NDG Sci-Fest. Beauty, Rapunzel, Snow White and the Snow Princess will be there along with a few guest appearances.
Saturday, June 14, Inspire Art, 200 Queen Anne Court, San Antonio, Texas 78209, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Free Family Art Day takes place at Inspire Art every second Saturday of the month.
Saturday, June 14, Wonderland of the Americas Mall, 4522 Fredericksburg Road, 78201, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free Father’s Day Classic Car Show, including live music, face painting, balloon artist, food vendors
Saturday, June 14, San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 West Jones Ave., 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Family Flick at SAMA. Free family movies: The Red Balloon (France, 1956) & A Cat in Paris (France, 2010) in the West Courtyard. Bring a picnic for dinner, chairs, and blankets. Movie begins at sundown.
Sunday, June 15, Paloma Blanca, 5800 Broadway St #300, 78209
Free street taco appetizer for dads who dine there.
Sunday, June 15, Urban Taco, 290 E. Basse Rd., 78209, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Fathers enjoy a complimentary brunch item in honor of Father’s Day.
Sunday, June 15, Brown Expo at Traders Village, 9333 Southwest Loop 410 at Old Pearsall Rd 78242, 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
4th Annual Dia de los Daddys Car Show and Swap Meet. Free admission, $3 parking.
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I CANNOT tell you how much I love these lists! And I’ve shared them a NUMBER of times! Keep ’em coming!
Thanks for events lists for fathers day , you made my day….