Top 3 Free Recommended Events for Families each week:
With the nice weather we’ve been having and the school year rapidly coming to a close, it’s time to get out and enjoy a month full of fun (and free!) events across San Antonio! Take a look at this awesome list!
We’ve made every effort to ensure that this list is accurate and up-to-date, however, some venues/events/activities make changes without notifying us. We recommend contacting them before visiting to be 100% sure that their free offerings are still available.
Recurring Free Events in San Antonio
Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, San Fernando Cathedral, Main Plaza, 115 N. Main, 78205, at 9:00 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m.
San Antonio | The Saga. This free video art installation, created by Xavier De Richemont, plays three times a night, weather permitting, on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the facade of San Fernando Cathedral.
Wednesdays, McAllister Park in the Dog Park/McAllister/Salado Creek Trailhead, Sunset
The San Antonio League of Sidewalk Astronomers (SALSA) offers free stargazing to the public every Wednesday evening beginning at sunset.
Wednesdays, 20079 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste 3120, 78258 OR 22211 IH 10 West, Ste 1107A, 78257, 6:00 p.m.
Free weekly group run with iRun. Strollers and/or dogs welcome. Each location has a route with 3 to 5 mile turnarounds, but runners can choose any distance they want.
Fridays, The Twig Book Shop, 306 Pearl Parkway, Suite 106, 78215, 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Miss Anastasia’s Wild and Wacky Pre-weekend Twiglet Storytime is held twice on Fridays during the summer. Enjoy a wild and wacky story time session with Miss Anastasia and make a delightful craft. All ages welcome.
Saturdays, 2602 NW Loop 1604, BLDG 1, Ste.106, 78248, 6:30 a.m.
Free weekly group run with iRun. Strollers and/or dogs welcome. Each location has a route with 3 to 5 mile turnarounds, but runners can choose any distance they want.
Free in San Antonio this May
Monday, May 1: Yanaguana Gardens, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Imagination Playground at Hemisfair. This free, organized play event at Yanaguana Garden takes place every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 2: Whole Foods Quarry Market, 255 E Basse Rd #130, 78209, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join Whole Foods at the Quarry Market Cafe, the first Tuesday of every month, for the Kids Club Story Time. There will be a story, a snack and some fun activities! This monthly event is free – register here.
Tuesday, May 2: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Story Time at the Book Garden: Come for a story under the big shady trees, stay for a creative activity, and walk away with a book from our FREE Book Garden!
Tuesday, May 2: Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, 78209, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Tuesdays at the Witte with no admission.
Tuesday, May 2: San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones, 78215, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free admission to the San Antonio Museum of Art.
Tuesday, May 2: The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market Street, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free Tuesday Nights at the Briscoe Western Art Museum! Everyone gets in free on Tuesday nights from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to enjoy special programs, music, and more. And, remember: during all other open days/times, the Briscoe offers free admission, year-round, to children 12 and under and to all active military and their families (up to 4 people).
Tuesday, May 2: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, 78209, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Free admission to The DoSeum on the first and third Tuesday of every month! Only the first 1,200 guests will be admitted so arrive early. Parking is free but limited – another good reason to be there early. Remember: no outside food allowed and umbrella strollers only inside the museum. The cafe will be open with food and drinks for sale.
PLEASE NOTE: the times have changed back to 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 2: Enrique Barrera Community Fitness Center, 5800 Enrique M Barrera Pkwy, 78227, 7:00 p.m. – 7:50 p.m.
Part of San Antonio’s Parks & Recreation Fitness in the Park Free fitness classes, dance your way to fit with CIZE Live. You’ll be learning professionally choreographed dance routines with moves you can take anywhere! The skilled instructor will break down the moves, step-by-step, and gradually add on till you and your new dance crew can bust out the whole routine at the end of each class! The moves might be easy to learn, but they’re actually hard work! You’ll get cardiovascular conditioning, core strengthening, and overall muscle toning—all at once! You’ll be steppin’, swervin’, and clapping—nonstop. So you can burn fat and love every minute of it. Bring water, a towel and a friend!
Wednesday, May 3 Cibolo Nature Center, Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
CNC: Little Explorers! Little Explorers will come for fun and adventure using their five senses to discover nature. They will listen to stories, sing songs, play games, explore the outdoors, and make crafts to take home. $5 per family. For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-249-4616.
Wednesday, May 3: Krispy Kreme (1117 North Loop 1604 East, 78232 | 12328 IH 10 West, 78230 | 2703 S.E. Military Dr., 78223), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Family Night at Krispy Kreme: donut decorating, crafts, and games for all ages.
Thursday, May 4: Northwest Vista College, 3535 N Ellison Dr., 78251, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Star Wars: Rogue One. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Thursday, May 4: Texas A&M University San Antonio, One University Way, 78224, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Star Wars: Rogue One. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Thursday, May 4: Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St., 78205, 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy dance and music that hearken back to San Antonio’s Mexican cultural heritage with Bravo! Mi Cultura! in celebration of Cinco De Mayo.
Thursday, May 4: The Art Institute, 10000 W I-10, 78230, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Come experience Star Wars Appreciation Day!
Friday, May 5: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Every First Friday we bring the Hemisfair Art Market to the park, plus music, food and fun activities to keep your whole family moving!
Friday, May 5: Yanaguana Garden, 434 S. Alamo St., 78205, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
San Antonio Dance Umbrella presents, ‘Dance in the Park!‘, a FREE dance event. We will be located in Goliad Plaza. Each hour includes a teaching section as well as a performance. Come try a different style each hour and bring a friend!
Friday, May 5: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 7:00 p.m.
Come out for Cinco de Mayo at Market Square! This FREE event includes live entertainment by Palacio Brothers, Ruben V, Patsy Torres, and Viella! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Friday, May 5: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join Camp Gladiator as they host a FREE Friday evening fitness camp that promises a fun and motivating environment where men and women of all ages and fitness levels can push themselves to reach their goals. There is no fee for these classes. Camp Gladiator’s mission is to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible!
Friday, May 5: Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St., 78205, 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy dance and music that hearken back to San Antonio’s Mexican cultural heritage with Bravo! Mi Cultura! in celebration of Cinco De Mayo.
Saturday, May 6: Home Depot locations around San Antonio, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
FREE, once-a-month workshops for kids, ages 5 – 12 at participating Home Depot stores. This week, your child will build a Flower Pot. Kids’ workshops are on a first come/first served basis. Register your child online ahead of time to make sure there is room available.
Saturday, May 6: The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, Texas 78205, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
First Saturday at The Alamo! On the first Saturday of every month, the grounds of the Alamo are transformed back in time to the 1830s. Join us for a full day of living history fun that the whole family will enjoy. Learn about life in frontier Texas with special demonstrations and crafts.
Saturday, May 6: Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
CNC: Art in the Park! Live entertainment, crafts, painting, sculpting and more! For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-249-4616.
Saturday, May 6: Phil Hardberger Park West (Urban Ecology Center Gathering Hall), 8400 N.W. Military Highway, 78231, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Starting Out Wild Nature Play Day! Bring your toddlers, 1 to 4 years old, for an active morning together in the park. Enjoy hands-on nature play activities, crafts, movement, songs and readings of nature books. You know what your child likes best, so please bring your own snacks and drinks. No registration is required. Free to attend but a donation of $3 per person or $5 per family is appreciated.
Saturday, May 6: 4600 Lockhill-Selma Rd. #101, 78249, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Join Pediatric Therapy Specialists for FREE family friendly event in the PTS San Antonio location parking lot. We will have a 68′ inflatable obstacle course, fire truck, train, face painting, story time and much more!
Saturday, May 6: Landa Library, Valero Pavilion, 233 Bushnell, 78212, 10:00 a.m.
Take the kids to one of San Antonio’s most beautiful parks every Saturday in May for Landa Gardens May Month. Today, the Lego Project by San Antonio Plastic Bricks brings free fun for the whole family to the outdoors!
Saturday, May 6: 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, May 6: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Work up a sweat, get fit and bust a move with a FREE Zumba class from MIX FIT SA. You’ll love this high energy dance workout.
Saturday, May 6: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Join us every first Saturday for Super Fun First Saturdays! These free activities are staff-led exercises in creativity and fun. Get out to the park and get moving!
Saturday, May 6: Lakeshore Learning, 327 NW Loop 410, 78216, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free craft for kids. This week kids create a May Flowers! Flowerpots.
Saturday, May 6: Wonderland of the Americas, 4522 Fredricksburg Rd., 78201, 11:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
This is a free anime convention event – Mini-Mini Con 2017. There will be dealers, video gaming, tabletop, artists, cosplay, music events, mini-fashion show and even a Cosplay Show. Get a taste of what a big anime convention will be like at a FREE event.
Saturday, May 6: participating comic book stores
It’s FREE Comic Book Day! Click here to find a participating store.
Saturday, May 6: Josh Davis Natatorium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd., 78216, 7:00 a.m.
– 7:00 p.m. Join the Cygnets of San Antonio as they host the 2017 South Zone Region C Junior Olympic and Intermediate Championship and the 2017 South Zone Region C Novice Invitational. Teams from across Texas will compete in figures, solos, duets, team, and combo synchronized swimming routines. Bring the whole family for a fun day of experiencing this mesmerizing sport which requires a unique combination of athleticism, stamina, timing, and grace like no other sport!
Saturday, My 6: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Learn to grow your own plants for food and fun with Gardopia Gardens! Gardening is a great way to get outdoors and provide healthy food for your family. This month’s topic is seedlings and transplants.
Saturday, May 6: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave., 78214, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Star Wars: Rogue One. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Saturday, May 6: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 7:00 p.m.
Come out for Cinco de Mayo at Market Square! This FREE event includes live entertainment by Palacio Brothers, Ruben V, Patsy Torres, and Viella! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Sunday, May 7: San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones, 78215
Free admission to the San Antonio Museum of Art (10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
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First Sundays for Families*: Dreaming Art! (11:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
Trek across new creative territory while exploring the art of Australia through thought-provoking art activities. Make a dot painting and print of the Aboriginal flag! Listen to the didgeridoo and Australian stories. Kids 12 and under get free admission. After 12:00 p.m., adults pay $10 each.
Sunday, May 7: Hemisfair, 434 S. Alamo St., 78205, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
We are excited to participate in Yelp San Antonio’s Spring Break 2017 Celebration. We’ll have all of our games available for play for FREE! Learn more about Yelp Spring Break: http://
Sunday, May 7: Josh Davis Natatorium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd., 78216, 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Join the Cygnets of San Antonio as they host the 2017 South Zone Region C Junior Olympic and Intermediate Championship and the 2017 South Zone Region C Novice Invitational. Teams from across Texas will compete in figures, solos, duets, team, and combo synchronized swimming routines. Bring the whole family for a fun day of experiencing this mesmerizing sport which requires a unique combination of athleticism, stamina, timing, and grace like no other sport!
Sunday, May 7: Trader’s Village, 9333 SW Loop 410 near Old Pearsall Road, TBA
Traders Village will join in the celebration of Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, May 1st along with Telemundo as we present an afternoon of live music and dancing, food and family fun. Parking is $4.
Sunday, May 7: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 7:00 p.m.
Come out for Cinco de Mayo at Market Square! This FREE event includes live entertainment by Palacio Brothers, Ruben V, Patsy Torres, and Viella! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Monday, May 8: Yanaguana Gardens, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Imagination Playground at Hemisfair. This free, organized play event at Yanaguana Garden takes place every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 9: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Story Time at the Book Garden: Come for a story under the big shady trees, stay for a creative activity, and walk away with a book from our FREE Book Garden!
Tuesday, May 9: Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, 78209, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Tuesdays at the Witte with no admission.
Tuesday, May 9: San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones, 78215, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free admission to the San Antonio Museum of Art.
Tuesday, May 9: The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market Street, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free Tuesday Nights at the Briscoe Western Art Museum! Everyone gets in free on Tuesday nights from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to enjoy special programs, music, and more. And, remember: during all other open days/times, the Briscoe offers free admission, year-round, to children 12 and under and to all active military and their families (up to 4 people).
Wednesday, May 10: Cibolo Nature Center, Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
CNC: Little Explorers! Little Explorers will come for fun and adventure using their five senses to discover nature. They will listen to stories, sing songs, play games, explore the outdoors, and make crafts to take home. $5 per family. For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-249-4616.
Wednesday, May 10: Krispy Kreme (1117 North Loop 1604 East, 78232 | 12328 IH 10 West, 78230 | 2703 S.E. Military Dr., 78223), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Family Night at Krispy Kreme: donut decorating, crafts, and games for all ages.
Friday, May 12: 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
H-E-B Cinema on the Plaza. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to the Plaza under the glow of the Tobin Center and enjoy Arrival! The plaza will open an hour before the movie starts. No outside food or drinks are allowed, but concessions will be available for purchase- including full bar service. No Pets Please.
Friday, May 12: Bulverde Community Park, 29815 Bulverde Lane, Bulverde, 78163, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Star Wars: Rogue One. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Friday, May 12: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join Camp Gladiator as they host a FREE Friday evening fitness camp that promises a fun and motivating environment where men and women of all ages and fitness levels can push themselves to reach their goals. There is no fee for these classes. Camp Gladiator’s mission is to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible!
Saturday, May 13: Cibolo Nature Center, Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
FARM: Kids Club: Flowers! Join us as we take a look closer at flowers and see how they work. We’ll also use the parts to make a cool craft for Mom! For kids from 3 to 103. $5.00 per family suggested donation. For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-331-8596.
Saturday, May 13: Phil Hardberger Park West (Urban Ecology Center Gathering Hall), 8400 N.W. Military Highway, 78231, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Nature Movies! Nature Movies is sponsored by Headwaters of Incarnate Word. View the two movies, each about an hour long, in the PHP UEC Gathering Hall. A kid-friendly activity sponsored by the Children in Nature Network is offered in the PHP UEC classroom. No registration is required. Free to attend but a donation of $3 per person or $5 per family is appreciated.
Saturday, May 13: Landa Library, Valero Pavilion, 233 Bushnell, 78212, 10:00 a.m.
Take the kids to one of San Antonio’s most beautiful parks every Saturday in May for Landa Gardens May Month. Today, Miss Anastasia presents her superior storytelling skills for free fun the whole family will love!
Saturday, May 13: Heroes Stadium, 4799 Thousand Oaks, 78233, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family out to Heroes Stadium to enjoy the free, 11th annual Girls Inc. RockIT Into The Future Science Festival! There will be hands-on science science activities and workshops geared toward girls, ages 6 – 18, to encourage them to ask questions and get involved with STEM.
Saturday, May 13: Lakeshore Learning, 327 NW Loop 410, 78216, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free craft for kids. This week kids create a Mom’s Favorite Recipes! Box.
Saturday, May 13: Igo Library, 13330 Kyle Seale Pkwy., 78249, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a free tutorial on babywearing! Expecting moms, new moms, moms wanting to meet other moms, this class is perfect for you. Bring your partners and practice together. No previous wrapping experience necessary and kids welcome! Come learn the basics of babywearing and check out the newest collection by Tuck and Bundle. A certified babywearing educator will be on hand to answer any questions you may have!
Saturday, May 13: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Come out for a Mother’s Day Celebration at Market Square! This FREE event includes music, food booths, shopping and arts & crafts! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Saturday, May 13: Hemisfair Park, 434 South Alamo, 78205, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Ferris Beuller’s Day Off. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Sunday, May 14: Institute of Texan Cultures, 801 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd., 78205, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Free admission on the second Sunday of each month. Explore German heritage and culture in Texas through engaging family presentations, activities and more. The day will include a presentation on the historical importance of baseball to the German communities of Texas.
Sunday, May 14: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Come out for a Mother’s Day Celebration at Market Square! This FREE event includes music, food booths, shopping and arts & crafts! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Monday, May 15: Yanaguana Gardens, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Imagination Playground at Hemisfair. This free, organized play event at Yanaguana Garden takes place every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 16: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Story Time at the Book Garden: Come for a story under the big shady trees, stay for a creative activity, and walk away with a book from our FREE Book Garden!
Tuesday, May 16: Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, 78209, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Tuesdays at the Witte with no admission.
Tuesday, May 16: San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones, 78215, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free admission to the San Antonio Museum of Art.
Tuesday, May 16: The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market Street, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free Tuesday Nights at the Briscoe Western Art Museum! Everyone gets in free on Tuesday nights from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to enjoy special programs, music, and more. And, remember: during all other open days/times, the Briscoe offers free admission, year-round, to children 12 and under and to all active military and their families (up to 4 people).
Tuesday, May 16: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, 78209, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Free admission to The DoSeum on the first and third Tuesday of every month! Only the first 1,200 guests will be admitted so arrive early. Parking is free but limited – another good reason to be there early. Remember: no outside food allowed and umbrella strollers only inside the museum. The cafe will be open with food and drinks for sale.
PLEASE NOTE: the times have changed back to 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17: Cibolo Nature Center, Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
CNC: Little Explorers! Little Explorers will come for fun and adventure using their five senses to discover nature. They will listen to stories, sing songs, play games, explore the outdoors, and make crafts to take home. On the 3rd Wednesday, special guest Mother Nature will be there for story time. $5 per family. For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-249-4616.
Wednesday, May 17: Krispy Kreme (1117 North Loop 1604 East, 78232 | 12328 IH 10 West, 78230 | 2703 S.E. Military Dr., 78223), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Family Night at Krispy Kreme: donut decorating, crafts, and games for all ages.
Wednesday, May 17: TriPoint, 3233 N St. Mary’s St., 78212, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Student Loan Debt has topped $1.3 trillion dollars nationwide, three times the amount from a decade ago. This free My Education Solutions workshop is for graduates, students and parents to learn which forgiveness programs you qualify for.
Thursday, May 18: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave., 78214, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is The Outsiders. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Friday, May 19: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join Camp Gladiator as they host a FREE Friday evening fitness camp that promises a fun and motivating environment where men and women of all ages and fitness levels can push themselves to reach their goals. There is no fee for these classes. Camp Gladiator’s mission is to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible!
Saturday, May 20: John Jay High School, 7611 Marbach Rd., 78227, 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
STEM Fest is a free event which will have over 30 fun, hands-on activities for Kinder – 8th graders. The Texas A&M Chemistry Road Show, Mobile Planetarium, Trinity University Physics Extravaganza, Robotics EXPO and more will also be there!
Saturday, May 20: Phil Hardberger Park West (Urban Ecology Center Gathering Hall), 8400 N.W. Military Highway, 78231, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Importance of Bees! How are bees important to the planet? Much of our food is dependent on pollination. Would we starve without bees? Margaret Bass presents and a kid-friendly program is included. No registration is required. Free to attend but a donation of $3 per person or $5 per family is appreciated.
Saturday, May 20: Hemisfair, 434 S. Alamo St., 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Join us on the Great Lawn for free-play with the Imagination Playground Big Blue Blocks every third Saturday. Budding Engineers and Architects welcome!
Saturday, May 20: Eisenhower Park, 19399 NW Military Hwy, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Meet up at Eisenhower Park for Kids to Park Day! Kids and families are invited to connect with nature through an afternoon of outdoor activities, guided hikes, performances, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about wildlife in your backyard, why trees are important, and so much more – there’s something for everyone! For more information call (210) 207-3782 or email ni***********@sa********.gov.
Saturday, May 20: Landa Library, Valero Pavilion, 233 Bushnell, 78212, 10:00 a.m.
Free to attend, Owen Duggan’s Music & Camping Tent Time as part of Landa Library’s May Month! Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Saturday, May 20: Trader’s Village, 9333 SW Loop 410 near Old Pearsall Road, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join Trader’s Village on May 14th and 15th for their first Asian Pacific Island Celebration. They will be celebrating Asian Pacific Island cultures of Old and New with stage entertainment, authentic cuisine, handcrafts, marital arts demonstrations, Sumo Wrestling and more. Entertainment will include Chinese Lion dancers, Hula Halau Ohana and Korean American Dance Groups. Parking is $4.
Saturday, May 20: The Purple Chair, 2302 Gruene Lake Dr. Suite C New Braunfels, Texas 78130, 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
The Purple Chair will have a special guest speaker from Spacetime Park! You wont want to miss this Dinosaur themed storytime.
Saturday, May 20: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Work up a sweat, get fit and bust a move with a FREE Zumba class from MIX FIT SA. You’ll love this high energy dance workout.
Saturday, May 20: Lakeshore Learning, 327 NW Loop 410, 78216, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free craft for kids. This week kids create a Ready to Go! Tic Tac Toe.
Saturday, May 20: Stinson Middle School, 13200 Skyhawk Dr., 78249, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Northside ISD Story Fest 2017 is free and open to the public! There will be authors, illustrators, presenters, a book fair, Makerspace stations, bookmark making, book walk and more! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, May 20: Central Library, 600 Soledad, 78205, 2:00 p.m.
Symphony at SAPL: San Antonio Symphony musician shares their talents and love of music with children of all ages. Find more dates and locations for Symphony performances at local library branches here.
Saturday, May 20: Forrest Hills Library, 5245 Ingram Rd., 78228, 2:00 p.m.
Symphony at SAPL: San Antonio Symphony musician shares their talents and love of music with children of all ages. Find more dates and locations for Symphony performances at local library branches here.
Saturday, May 20: Westfall Library, 6111 Rosedale Ct., 78201, 2:00 p.m.
Symphony at SAPL: San Antonio Symphony musician shares their talents and love of music with children of all ages. Find more dates and locations for Symphony performances at local library branches here.
Saturday, May 20: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave., 78214, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Moana. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Sunday, May 21: Trader’s Village, 9333 SW Loop 410 near Old Pearsall Road, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join Trader’s Village on May 14th and 15th for their first Asian Pacific Island Celebration. They will be celebrating Asian Pacific Island cultures of Old and New with stage entertainment, authentic cuisine, handcrafts, marital arts demonstrations, Sumo Wrestling and more. Entertainment will include Chinese Lion dancers, Hula Halau Ohana and Korean American Dance Groups. Parking is $4.
Sunday, May 21: Wonderland of the Americas, 4522 Fredricksburg Rd, 78201, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
All About Kids Expo! FREE Family Event – join us as a volunteer or come and just enjoy the expo!
Over 50 Vendors: Clothing | Accessories | Camps | Party Planning | Activities | Health & Wellness | and much more
Monday, May 22: Yanaguana Gardens, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Imagination Playground at Hemisfair. This free, organized play event at Yanaguana Garden takes place every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 23: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Story Time at the Book Garden: Come for a story under the big shady trees, stay for a creative activity, and walk away with a book from our FREE Book Garden!
Tuesday, May 23: Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, 78209, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Tuesdays at the Witte with no admission.
Tuesday, May 23: San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones, 78215, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free admission to the San Antonio Museum of Art.
Tuesday, May 23: The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market Street, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free Tuesday Nights at the Briscoe Western Art Museum! Everyone gets in free on Tuesday nights from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to enjoy special programs, music, and more. And, remember: during all other open days/times, the Briscoe offers free admission, year-round, to children 12 and under and to all active military and their families (up to 4 people).
Wednesday, May 24: Cibolo Nature Center, Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
CNC: Little Explorers! Little Explorers will come for fun and adventure using their five senses to discover nature. They will listen to stories, sing songs, play games, explore the outdoors, and make crafts to take home. $5 per family. For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-249-4616.
Wednesday, May 24: Krispy Kreme (1117 North Loop 1604 East, 78232 | 12328 IH 10 West, 78230 | 2703 S.E. Military Dr., 78223), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Family Night at Krispy Kreme: donut decorating, crafts, and games for all ages.
Friday, May 26: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join Camp Gladiator as they host a FREE Friday evening fitness camp that promises a fun and motivating environment where men and women of all ages and fitness levels can push themselves to reach their goals. There is no fee for these classes. Camp Gladiator’s mission is to positively impact the physical fitness and ultimately the lives of as many people as possible!
Saturday, May 27: Landa Library, Valero Pavilion, 233 Bushnell, 78212, 10:00 a.m.
Take the kids to one of San Antonio’s most beautiful parks every Saturday in May for Landa Gardens May Month. Today, The Magik Theatre presents Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
Saturday, May 27: Milburger’s Nursery, 3920 N Loop 1604 E, 78247, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Kids Class: Beautiful Bees! Carmens Perez presentation of Beautiful Bees. The life cycle and the indispensable contributions to life on earth these creatures provide.
Saturday, May 27: Lakeshore Learning, 327 NW Loop 410, 78216, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free craft for kids. This week kids create a Stars and Stripes! Windsock.
Saturday, May 27: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Come out for a Memorial Day Celebration at Market Square! This three-day weekend with a FREE festival filled with live music, food booths, shopping and great family fun! Live music by Roger Velasquez, Geno Band, Raymond y Rayo, Bret Mullins, and Rock Before Dawn!! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Saturday, May 27: Trader’s Village, 9333 SW Loop 410 near Old Pearsall Road, 1:00 p.m.
Head over to Trader’s Village and watch some of the best amateur boxers in Texas and great half time entertainment. You can also enjoy some great food for $1 – Hot dogs, Snow Cones, Soft drinks, or Ice Cream; and other state fair type food. Parking is $4.
Saturday, May 27: Carver Library, 3350 E Commerce St., 78220, 2:00 p.m.
Symphony at SAPL: San Antonio Symphony musician shares their talents and love of music with children of all ages. Find more dates and locations for Symphony performances at local library branches here.
Saturday, May 27: Hemisfair Park, 434 South Alamo, 78205, 7:00 p.m.
Join Slab Cinema for Movies by Moonlight. The movie is Bad News Bears. Get there early for a good spot. The movie will start at dusk.
Sunday, May 28: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Come out for a Memorial Day Celebration at Market Square! This three-day weekend with a FREE festival filled with live music, food booths, shopping and great family fun! Live music by Roger Velasquez, Geno Band, Raymond y Rayo, Bret Mullins, and Rock Before Dawn!! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Monday, May 29: Yanaguana Gardens, 434 S Alamo St, 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Imagination Playground at Hemisfair. This free, organized play event at Yanaguana Garden takes place every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Monday, May 29: Market Square, 514 W Commerce St., 78207, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Come out for a Memorial Day Celebration at Market Square! This three-day weekend with a FREE festival filled with live music, food booths, shopping and great family fun! Live music by Roger Velasquez, Geno Band, Raymond y Rayo, Bret Mullins, and Rock Before Dawn!! For more information, call (210) 207-8600 or visit www.marketsquaresa.com.
Tuesday, May 30: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St., 78205, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Story Time at the Book Garden: Come for a story under the big shady trees, stay for a creative activity, and walk away with a book from our FREE Book Garden!
Tuesday, May 30: Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, 78209, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Tuesdays at the Witte with no admission.
Tuesday, May 30: San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W. Jones, 78215, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free admission to the San Antonio Museum of Art.
Tuesday, May 30: The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market Street, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Free Tuesday Nights at the Briscoe Western Art Museum! Everyone gets in free on Tuesday nights from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to enjoy special programs, music, and more. And, remember: during all other open days/times, the Briscoe offers free admission, year-round, to children 12 and under and to all active military and their families (up to 4 people).
Wednesday, May 31: Cibolo Nature Center, Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd, Boerne, TX, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
CNC: Little Explorers! Little Explorers will come for fun and adventure using their five senses to discover nature. They will listen to stories, sing songs, play games, explore the outdoors, and make crafts to take home. $5 per family. For more information, contact Stephanie Colvard at st*******@ci****.org or 830-249-4616.
Wednesday, May 31: Krispy Kreme (1117 North Loop 1604 East, 78232 | 12328 IH 10 West, 78230 | 2703 S.E. Military Dr., 78223), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Free Family Night at Krispy Kreme: donut decorating, crafts, and games for all ages.
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Sara Phillips writes about her kids and husband, recipes, life, and activities on her blog, Sensibly Sara. She also enjoys writing reviews and hosting giveaways. Sara and her family live in San Antonio, TX.
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