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Looking for the best ways to celebrate summer with your family in San Antonio? You’re in luck! This August, the city transforms into a hub of winter excitement, offering a huge variety of events for all ages.
Whether you’re in the mood for an outdoor adventure, a dive into rich cultural traditions, or a chance to get creative, our guide has you covered. Explore our curated list of the best kids’ events in San Antonio this August and start planning your unforgettable family memories.
This month’s highlights include the Kameha Con, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show on Earth, and more!
This list is grouped by date range for easy browsing and quick planning.
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Kids Events in San Antonio in August 7 – 9, 2026
FiestaLuz – Watch more than 175 illuminated drones light up the night sky during FiestaLuz, a dazzling new nightly spectacular. Bring the whole family and enjoy an unforgettable drone show as part of the park’s enhanced summer experience.
Image credit: Six Flags
Blockbusters & Bites: Back to School Night FT. Monster’s University – Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Monsters University along with themed snacks, artisan cocktails, interactive activities, photo opportunities, and plenty of movie-inspired fun.
Storytime Flow – Move, stretch, and enjoy a read-aloud of I Am You: A Book About Ubuntu before creating your own Kindness Rock during a guided art activity. Bring a picnic blanket and register in advance.
Image credit: mcnayart
Little Folkies Pop-Up Concert – Sing, dance, move, and play along during an interactive folk music concert featuring songs from the award-winning Little Folkies collection.
Image credit: Little Folkies
Wonder Theatre presents Matilda – Follow the extraordinary journey of Matilda as she stands up to Miss Trunchbull, celebrates the power of books, and inspires others to believe in themselves.
Image credit: Wonder Theatre
The Peddler Show Returns to New Braunfels! – Shop more than 70 booths featuring handmade goods, home décor, gourmet treats, jewelry, clothing, seasonal décor, patio furniture, pet accessories, back-to-school gifts, and much more.
Family Night Hike – Explore the trails at sunset and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark at Cibolo Nature Center.
Image credit: The Cibolo Center for Conservation
Tapatio Springs’ Summer Luau – Celebrate with traditional leis, a welcome cocktail, hula and fire dancers, a Hawaiian buffet, and plenty of island-inspired fun at this authentic luau.
San Antonio Restaurant Weeks: Summer Edition – Discover new restaurants, revisit local favorites, and enjoy specially curated prix-fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus during this three-week culinary celebration
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience – Journey through the universe in this groundbreaking virtual reality adventure that lets you explore galaxies, stand beside the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory, experience powerful telescopes, witness a supernova, and venture to the edge of a supermassive black hole.
Fiesta Noche del Rio – Fiesta Noche del Rio brings you a vibrant outdoor performance at the Arneson River Theatre in La Villita, where you can enjoy live music, singing, dancing, Mariachis, Flamenco guitar, bright costumes, and refreshments.
AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica – Light up your summer at AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica, where you can dive into a nighttime splash party filled with neon water slides, electrified lazy rivers, dance parties, a glowing foam zone, and refreshing sips.
Zoorassic Park – Step into Zoorassic Park at the San Antonio Zoo, where sixteen massive animatronic dinosaurs roar to life alongside your favorite animals.
Family Events in San Antonio from August 14 – 16, 2026
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth – Experience a reimagined two-hour circus spectacular featuring heart-pounding stunts, breathtaking acrobatics, thrilling trapeze acts, the Double Wheel of Destiny, high-speed bicycle performances, powerful Mongolian acrobats, and energetic Latin dance.
Image credit: Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey1
Seguin’s 188th Birthday Party Celebration – Celebrate Seguin’s 188th birthday with an evening of history, community, and preservation at The Stephen & Mary Birch Texas Theatre.
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience – Journey through the universe in this groundbreaking virtual reality adventure that lets you explore galaxies, stand beside the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory, experience powerful telescopes, witness a supernova, and venture to the edge of a supermassive black hole.
Image credit: Smithsonian
San Antonio Restaurant Weeks: Summer Edition – Discover new restaurants, revisit local favorites, and enjoy specially curated prix-fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus during this three-week culinary celebration
Fiesta Noche del Rio – Fiesta Noche del Rio brings you a vibrant outdoor performance at the Arneson River Theatre in La Villita, where you can enjoy live music, singing, dancing, Mariachis, Flamenco guitar, bright costumes, and refreshments.
AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica – Light up your summer at AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica, where you can dive into a nighttime splash party filled with neon water slides, electrified lazy rivers, dance parties, a glowing foam zone, and refreshing sips.
Zoorassic Park – Step into Zoorassic Park at the San Antonio Zoo, where sixteen massive animatronic dinosaurs roar to life alongside your favorite animals.
Kids Events in San Antonio from August 21 – 23, 2026
Kameha Con – Celebrate the world of Dragon Ball Z with cosplay, live performances, special guests, fan panels, interactive experiences, and a marketplace filled with artists and collectibles.
Image credit: Kameha Con
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience – Journey through the universe in this groundbreaking virtual reality adventure that lets you explore galaxies, stand beside the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory, experience powerful telescopes, witness a supernova, and venture to the edge of a supermassive black hole.
San Antonio Restaurant Weeks: Summer Edition – Discover new restaurants, revisit local favorites, and enjoy specially curated prix-fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus during this three-week culinary celebration
Fiesta Noche del Rio – Fiesta Noche del Rio brings you a vibrant outdoor performance at the Arneson River Theatre in La Villita, where you can enjoy live music, singing, dancing, Mariachis, Flamenco guitar, bright costumes, and refreshments.
AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica – Light up your summer at AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica, where you can dive into a nighttime splash party filled with neon water slides, electrified lazy rivers, dance parties, a glowing foam zone, and refreshing sips.
Zoorassic Park – Step into Zoorassic Park at the San Antonio Zoo, where sixteen massive animatronic dinosaurs roar to life alongside your favorite animals.
Kids Events in San Antonio on August 28 – 30, 2026
Café & Cuddles – Meet friendly animals including giant rabbits, tortoises, reptiles, guinea pigs, and more while enjoying coffee, beer, wine, and delicious food at this free community event.
Image credit: Once in a Wild
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience – Journey through the universe in this groundbreaking virtual reality adventure that lets you explore galaxies, stand beside the Smithsonian’s Whipple Observatory, experience powerful telescopes, witness a supernova, and venture to the edge of a supermassive black hole.
San Antonio Restaurant Weeks: Summer Edition – Discover new restaurants, revisit local favorites, and enjoy specially curated prix-fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus during this three-week culinary celebration
Fiesta Noche del Rio – Fiesta Noche del Rio brings you a vibrant outdoor performance at the Arneson River Theatre in La Villita, where you can enjoy live music, singing, dancing, Mariachis, Flamenco guitar, bright costumes, and refreshments.
AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica – Light up your summer at AquaGlow at SeaWorld San Antonio Aquatica, where you can dive into a nighttime splash party filled with neon water slides, electrified lazy rivers, dance parties, a glowing foam zone, and refreshing sips.
Zoorassic Park – Step into Zoorassic Park at the San Antonio Zoo, where sixteen massive animatronic dinosaurs roar to life alongside your favorite animals.
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