Jump To: September 4 – 6 | September 11 – 13 | September 18 – 20 | September 25 – 27
Looking for the best ways to celebrate summer with your family in San Antonio? You’re in luck! This September, 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 September and start planning your unforgettable family memories.
This month’s highlights include the Zoo Boo!, Mrs Doubtfire, 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 September 4 – 6, 2026
Blockbusters & Bites: Minion Mania featuring Despicable Me – Bring the family and your pups to Frost Plaza for a free summer movie experience where Despicable Me comes to life with themed snacks, artisan cocktails, interactive pre-show activities, and photo ops.
River Walk Labor Day Artisan Show – Explore more than 40 handmade artisan booths along the San Antonio River Walk, featuring pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork, and more.
Hollydays Market of New Braunfels – Get a head start on holiday shopping with more than 130 vendors and crafters offering unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for all your festive celebrations. Bring your girlfriends, mom, or daughter and enjoy shopping while supporting small businesses.
Kendall County Fair & Parade – Celebrate the Kendall County Fair with a lively parade on Main Street followed by an action-packed lineup of rodeo events, bull riding, mutton bustin’, live music, livestock shows, exhibits, shopping, food, and carnival rides.
Image credit: Stephens Farms and Livestock (Kendall County Fair)
Family Night Hike – Head out on the Cibolo Nature Center trails at sunset and discover the living creatures that become active after dark. Explore the park with your family while learning more about the organisms that call The Cibolo home.
Animal Crossing™ Aquarium Tour – Step into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons at the aquarium with character meet-and-greets, a themed stamp rally, photo opportunities, and character sightings throughout the habitats.
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.
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 September 11 – 13, 2026
Big Day of Play – Get ready to make a mess at The DoSeum as you play in paint, mud, and bubbles. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and enjoy all the messy activities with no worries.
Image credit; The DoSeum
Rhythm & Beats: The Link Up – Dance the night away at this free, all-ages live DJ concert celebrating old-school R&B, community, and good vibes with DJ Magic, DJ J-Millie, DJ Tee Reckz, and special guests Jordan Chance and Ill-Chay.
Image credit: The Rock at La Cantera (Rhythm and Beats)
Image credit: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
Tour de las Misiones – Pedal, power-walk, or run along the Mission Reach trails while exploring the history and cultural legacy of San Antonio’s historic Missions.
Animal Crossing™ Aquarium Tour -Step into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons at the aquarium with character meet-and-greets, a themed stamp rally, photo opportunities, and character sightings throughout the habitats.
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.
Kids Events in San Antonio from September 18 – 20, 2026
The Boho Market at Castle Hills Market – Shop a lively collection of small and local artisans, vendors, and makers all in one place at The Boho Market. Browse baked goods, handmade jewelry, fine leather goods, self-care essentials, clothing, plants, and more while supporting local businesses.
Mrs. Doubtfire – The Musical – San Antonio – Follow out-of-work actor Daniel Hillard as he creates his Scottish nanny alter ego, Euphegenia Doubtfire, to stay close to his children after a difficult divorce.
Image credit: San Antonio Broadway
Comal County Fair: Cook-Off – Kick off Comal County Fair week with a BBQ Cook-Off where pitmasters compete for bragging rights and the title of best BBQ. Then, enjoy the Mutton Bustin’, the Antique Tractor Pull, Pig Wrangling, the Kids Best Western Dress Contest, and plenty more.
Image credit: Comal County Fair
St. James Fall Festival – Celebrate the season in Seguin with a full day of family-friendly fun featuring live music, a classic car show, BBQ and chili competitions, food and craft vendors, kids’ activities, and community entertainment.
Zoo Boo! Presented by PNC – Celebrate Halloween season at San Antonio Zoo. Dress up, enjoy photo opportunities, trick-or-treating on select dates and times, live entertainment, and themed activities while taking in a full day at the zoo.
Image credit: sazoo
2026 Community Code Jam – Bring the family to this free, fun event where K–12 kids can explore computer programming, cybersecurity, digital concepts, and coding languages. Discover new technology skills together through an engaging experience designed for kids and their families.
Animal Crossing™ Aquarium Tour – Step into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons at the aquarium with character meet-and-greets, a themed stamp rally, photo opportunities, and character sightings throughout the habitats.
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.
Kids Events in San Antonio on September 25 – 27, 2026
Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k – San Antonio – Choose your challenge with the Half Marathon, 5K, 10K, or Kids Dash, then celebrate your finish with a designer shirt, custom medal, chip timing, live results, free photos, and snacks.
Brick or Treat: Monster Party – Get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio for a daily Monster Party starting in September. Create your own potions at the Potion Kitchen, enjoy monster-themed activities, and watch the exclusive 4D Halloween movie The Great Monster Chase.
Image credit: Legoland Discovery Center (San Antonio)
National Hunting and Fishing Day – Celebrate fishing and hunting at the National Hunting and Fishing Day at Guadalupe River State Park with your friends or family.
Image credit: Texas Parks and Wildlife
Café & Cuddles – Spend a relaxed afternoon meeting friendly animals while enjoying coffee, beer, wine, and food at Refuge Coffee + Beer. Let zookeepers introduce you to giant rabbits, tortoises, reptiles, guinea pigs, and other fascinating animals through safe, hands-on encounters.
Zoonotico – Join the Free-tailed Circus pre-professional performance company for a fun-filled aerial production where a hapless clown and an enchanted cast try to save a failing circus after its performers and aerialists disappear.
Zoo Boo! Presented by PNC – Celebrate Halloween season at San Antonio Zoo. Dress up, enjoy photo opportunities, trick-or-treating on select dates and times, live entertainment, and themed activities while taking in a full day at the zoo.
Animal Crossing™ Aquarium Tour – Step into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons at the aquarium with character meet-and-greets, a themed stamp rally, photo opportunities, and character sightings throughout the habitats.
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.
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