Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend of February 21, 2025
Our top picks for Things to do in San Antonio this weekend with kids of February 21
Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend: Basura Bash River and Waterway Clean-Up
Fun Kids Activities on Friday: Aloha Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Dance
Best Kids Activities on Saturday: Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”
Top Family Activities on Sunday: San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo and Mardi Gras – Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend
Miss Anastasia’s Wild and Wacky Pre-Weekend TWIGLET Storytime
Get ready for the weekend with a fun craft and storytime! TWIGLETS of all ages can enjoy Miss Anastasia’s highly entertaining storytelling!
Even if you cannot attend in person, your child can watch the storytime on Instagram Live. This is a recurring event, so feel free to drop by any Friday morning at 10:30 for a similar experience!
When: Friday, February 21, 2025 | 10:30 am – 11 am
Where: Twig Book Shop, 306 Pearl Pkwy #106, San Antonio, TX 78215, United
How much: Free
Basura Bash River and Waterway Clean-Up
Image credit: Basura Bash Facebook
Take today to make the world a better place. Sign up as a volunteer to help clean up trash from banks of the San Antonio area waterways.
Your efforts positively impact the protection of wildlife, restoration of ecosystems, and the beautification of this city.
Bring friends, gloves, and the spirit to make a difference.
You can check which tributaries still need volunteers here.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 8:30 am – 12 pm
Where: Various locations
How much: Free
Artist Workshop (Ages 6 and Up)
Kiddos will explore their artsy side at The DoSeum’s Artist Workshop.
DoSeum educators will lead them through artistic projects that may include known techniques, art in STEM, and self-expression.
Plus, the young ones will learn great studio habits like caring for their tools, welcoming challenges, talking about their work, and exploring new materials.
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025 | 3 pm – 4 pm
Where: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Free with admission
Fun Kids Activities on Friday
Family Flashlight Night
Pack your flashlights and take the family to the San Antonio Botanical Garden to experience the nocturnal side of the area.
By moonlight and flashlight, you’ll all find your way through the giant light maze, star gaze, listen to campfire stories, and learn all about the nightlife of the animals in the Garden.
When: Friday, February 21, 2025 | 6 pm – 8:30
Where: San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Included with admission and membership
Aloha Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Dance
Image credit: New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Facebook
It doesn’t have to be Valentine’s to have a magical time with your little ladies.
Get your tickets now to the 20th annual Daddy-Daughter Sweetheart Dance. Have an afternoon or evening of dancing in themed ballroom and making sweet memories.
you’ll also get a keepsake to give to your baby girl.
When: Friday & Saturday, February 21 & 22, 2025 | 7 pm – 9 pm (Friday & Saturday) & 4 pm – 6 pm (Saturday)
Where: Wursthalle, 178 Landa Park Dr, New Braunfels, TX 78130
How much: $30
Pint-Sized Picks
Featuring beloved characters like Spider-Man, Rainbow Fish, Olaf, and more, Pint-Sized Picks is a class where kids experience an artsy blast with all of their favorite characters!
The class is perfect for younger children ages 18 months to 7 years, and with a 45-minute class time you don’t have to worry about your kiddo getting overstimulated or bored.
When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 9:30 am – 10:15 am
Where: Kidcreate Studio, 21803 W I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257
How Much: $44
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”
Image credit: Magik Theatre Facebook
The kids and their “bestus” can join Gerald (Elephant) and Piggie as they navigate their friendship and party with three singing squirrels for a day of fun!
Follow them as they go through a day where anything is possible, with catchy tunes, lively dances, and lots of laughs.
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 2 pm | Weekends until March 23, 2025
Where: Magik Theatre, 420 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: $20 for kids; $25 for adults
Top Family Activities on Sunday
Mardi Gras – Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Image credit: Mardi Gras – Six Flags Fiesta Texas Facebook
Experience the exciting and vibrant Mardi Gras right here in San Antonio!
The family-friendly celebrations at Six Flags Fiesta will have the vibe, tastes, sounds, and sights of New Orleans.
Take in authentic live performances, dig in tasty food, ride epic rides, and watch the thrilling parade with people in extravagant costumes and floats.
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025 | Until March 16, 2025
Where: Six Flags Fiesta, 17000 W I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257
How much: Starts at $35
Locals Day at the San Antonio Zoo
Bexar County residents! You can go out and enjoy the zoo for just $8 on Locals Days!
You’ll get to learn about how the zoo secures a future for the animals through conservation, animal care, and education.
Because it gets so busy, make sure you show up early and having a parking plan in place. The parking lot right next to the entrance fills up quickly, but parking in the Garage between the Zoo and the Will Smith School is free during zoo business hours. (This is a bit of a walk, though, so make sure you leave before everyone is exhausted.)
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025 | 10 am
Where: San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How much: $8
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Image credit: San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Facebook
You’re in for weeks of epic fun at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo.
Watch cowboys on bucking horses try to stay on, party at rodeo concerts, and see cute and talented livestock.
More than that, ride all the rides, eat all the food, and see all the attractions at the fair! Make sure you check out their daily schedule and print a map before you head out; hours differ depending on the day, and you may not have the same vendors back to back.
Your rodeo ticket price includes access to the fairgrounds, the PRCA Rodeo, and the entertainment that follows the Rodeo. I suggest you only buy tickets from the SA Rodeo website or authorized affiliates.
When: Until Sunday, February 23, 2025 |
Where:723 Frost Bank Center Dr, San Antonio, TX 78219
How much: $15 for Adults ($12 if purchased in advance); $5 for Children (3 to 12); $5 for seniors (65+); free grounds admission with military ID
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