Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend of January 31, 2025

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend of January 31, 2025

Our top picks for Things to do in San Antonio this weekend with kids of January 31

Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend: Magik Theatre’s Party in the Park: Elephant & Piggie’s “We are in a Play!”

Fun Kids Activities on Friday: Little Artist Workshop

Best Kids Activities on Saturday: Family Stroll

Top Family Activities on Sunday: Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days

Check out the full list below!


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Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend

Tween Club

Kids ages 10 to 14 will have a blast at the Mammen Public Library! Every week, they’ll have something fun to do, like crafts, games, book club, and baking. 

This week they are hosting an Adventures in Storytelling game, the perfect way for your Tween to unwind after their first (very cold) week back at school.

Make sure you register online ahead of time!

When: Friday, January 17, 2025 | 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm | Every week
Where: Mammen Public Library, 131 Bulverde Crossing, Bulverde, TX 78163
How much: Free


Magik Theatre’s Party in the Park: Elephant & Piggie’s “We are in a Play!”

Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: Elephant & Piggie's "We are in a Play!"

Image credit: hemisfair.org

Hemisfair is kicking off the opening night of Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” with a fun family-friendly party!

There will be live music, tasty treats, and a themed activity for the kiddies!

Catch Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” at the Magik Theatre from February 1 to March 23.

When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Where: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free


San Antonio Asian New Year Festival

San Antonio Asian New Year Festival

Image credit: San Antonio Asian New Year Festival Facebook

Rolling Oaks Mall is inviting you to an epic celebration! For this Asian New Year Festival, they’ll have a K-Pop random play dance, cosplay contest, martial arts, cultural performances, sumo wresting, anime dealers, voice actors, artists, and of course, food!

This event is sponsored by San Antonio Asian Communities, and is the perfect opportunity to get involved with Lunar New Year activities. Don’t worry if you can’t make it Saturday; they will be there on Sunday as well!

When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: Rolling Oaks Mall, 6909 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247
How much: Free


Chinese New Year Lion Dance

It wouldn’t be a Lunar New Year celebration without a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance to draw in good luck and drive away evil spirits. 

Head over to Tim’s Oriental & Seafood Market to watch vibrant and colorful dragons Come early to shop and eat!

Keep in mind this is an outdoor event and will be standing room only.

When: Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 2 pm
Where: โ€‹Tim’s Oriental & Seafood Market, 7015 Bandera Rd # 8, San Antonio, TX 78238
How much: Free to attend


Lunar New Year at Pearl

Head over to Pearl and celebrate the Year of the Snake! It’s going to be a festive day with traditional dragon parades, performances, red lanterns, and a bunch of other fun activities that will teach you all about the Lunar New Year celebration.

Keep in mind that most parking lots near The Pearl charge (if not all – I haven’t had any luck finding anything convenient that doesn’t). City parking meters are free on Sundays (if you can nab a spot), but otherwise plan your budget (or your rideshare) accordingly.

When: Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 11 am – 2 pm
Where: โ€‹Pearl Park, 312 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215
How much: Free to attend


Locals Day at the Briscoe

It’s a good day to be from San Antonio and Bexar County. Enjoy a day of art and culture for free!

Now, “Full STEAM Ahead” is part of Briscoe’s Locals Day! The whole family will get to learn all about the American West through hands-on workshops and activities for all ages.

Plus, join the scavenger hunt where you will navigate the museum to solve clues to discover the answers to the monthly questions. You just might get a special discount at their Hendler Museum store.

When: Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 10 am – 5 pm | First Sunday of each month
Where: โ€‹โ€‹The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free for Bexar County residents, Active Military, and children 12 and younger


Fun Kids Activities on Friday

Little Artist Workshop (5 years and younger)

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend

Image credit: The DoSeum Facebook

Your baby might just be the next big name in a museum! Bring them to this workshop where they get to explore textures, create with colors, and just get messy!

More than that, they’ll learn proper studio habits, like caring for their tools, accepting challenges, talking about their work, and exploring different materials.

We love the DoSeum when we have time for it. Make sure you plan extra time for your kids to roll down the grassy hill out front (if you don’t know yet you soon will). 

There is a free parking lot, but it can fill up quickly. Weekdays are usually fine, but I suggest giving yourself extra time just in case.

When: Friday, January 31, 2025, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Every Friday & Sunday
Where:
The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209


Best Kids Activities on Saturday

Date Night – PJ Party – Mess Mania (3-10 Years Old)

You can take this Saturday off and have a kid-free date night. Take the little ones to Kidcreate where they’ll have a fun pajama party!

They’ll get creative (and maybe messy) while being comfy in PJs and slippers. Make sure you pack them a nut-free snack and a drink, and don’t worry about enjoying your free time. They’ll be having plenty of fun.

When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Kidcreate Studio, 21803 W I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257
How Much: $50


Family Stroll

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend

Image credit: Texas Parks and Wildlife Facebook

Perfect for outdoorsy families, this Family Stroll will take you on a hike through nature, checking out wildlife, and plants, and just running free! Your kids (and maybe even you) will learn plenty about what lives around them.

The trail is about 1.25 miles long and the compacted crushed granite surface makes it easier to walk than others in the area. All ages are welcome, and strollers should have no problem rolling along with everyone else.

This activity is free, but there is a Natural Area entrance fee. Because weekends can be crowded, it’s quickest to pre-purchase and print out your pass. This ensures you meet the group on time at the Rock Garden (8:30 am to 8:45 am) so you don’t miss out!

When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 9 am – 11 am
Where: Government Canyon State Natural Area, 12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254
How Much: FREE; entrance fees apply


Top Family Activities on Sunday

Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend

Image credit: The DoSeum Facebook

Gabby is coming to The DoSeum to give the whole family a meow-gical experience!

Today, kids will get to meet and greet the lovely characters of Gabby’s Dollhouse. They’ll get to say “Hi,” and snap a photo.

If you can’t make it to the meet and greet sessions, there will be plenty of activity sheets you can take home.

When: Sunday, February 2, 2024 | Meet & Greet: Members: 11 am – 11:20 am & 11:40 am – 12 pm; General Public: 1 pm – 1:20 pm; 1:40 – 2 pm & 2:20 – 2:40 pm | Until February 17, 2025
Where: โ€‹The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209


Kerrville Renaissance Festival

Hear ye! Hear ye! Come to the Kerrville Ren Faire and be delighted with great entertainment, handmade crafts, fantastic food, and plenty of fun and games!

While it may be a smaller Ren Faire, there are plenty of activities, performances, and opportunities to shop and spend your day. Some prefer the micro-dose of festivities, while others consider it a “warm-up” for larger faires like Sherwood.

Plenty is going on at all times, from Vinland Texas Vikings reenactments to the Dublin Harpers musical show, carriage rides, and so much more. To know more about the shows and activities, you can check their website for more details.

When: Until Sunday, February 2, 2025
Where: โ€‹3785 TX-27, Kerrville, TX 78028
How much: Starts at $9.95; Kids 4 and below are free


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Maya Keith