Free and Fun Events in San Antonio Nov 14 - Nov 16, 2025 - Collage

Last Updated On – 14th November, 2025

The Best Free and Fun events in San Antonio November 14 – November 16, 2025, include San Antonio Zoo Lights, Turkey Trails, Sunday Brunch Market at Hemisfair, and more!

I’ve rounded up the top events and activities happening across the city—from festivals and outdoor fun to live shows and family-friendly picks. Scroll down for my picks — or use the links above to skip to your favorite section!

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Free Events in San Antonio November 14 – 16

Trinity University presents Festival of the Arts

Get ready to immerse yourself in creativity at Trinity University’s third annual Festival of the Arts! You can enjoy a diverse program featuring a visual art exhibit by Danville Chadbourne and thrilling performances of the musical Cabaret by Trinity’s talented theatre students.

The festival also showcases a concert by the SOLI Chamber Ensemble, features participatory art led by San Antonio-based artist Mark Menjívar, and much more!

Head to the festival website for the full schedule of events and locations.

When: Friday, November 14 – 15, 2025
Where: Trinity University, 1 Trinity Pl, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Free

Noche De Fiesta – Mariachi & Vendor Fair

Every Friday, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, experience the captivating sounds of Mariachi Azteca de América, San Antonio’s acclaimed mariachi group, performing live at Hotel Contessa.

Beyond the incredible music, discover a vibrant local vendor market and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere.

Convenient parking options include hotel valet and public parking on Market and Presa Streets, with valet validation available when you dine at Ambler Texas Cocktails + Kitchen.

When: Every Friday | November 14, 2025 – December 26, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 9 pm
Where: Hotel Contessa, 306 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Free

Brack Bash

You are invited to the 2nd Annual Brack Bash to celebrate all things Brackenridge Park at the historic Sunken Garden Theater on Saturday.

Highlights include a vintage car show by Los Viejitos car club, fun face painting and chalk art, an adorable petting zoo, and a variety of tasty bites from onsite food trucks!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 12 pm – 4 pm
Where: Brackenridge Park, 3700 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78209
How Much: Free

Cooking in Community: A Discada Gathering

Join Sana Roots Co for Cooking in Community: A Discada Gathering, a joyful, intergenerational cooking experience!

Honor traditional foodways as a powerful means of connection and healing while students and alumni from the programs prepare a communal Discada meal, showcasing techniques rooted in ancestral knowledge and community care.

This gathering has grown into a true Community Convivio, a shared meal where all are welcome, so bring your families, kids, and elders to take part in this warm celebration of culture, nourishment, and community!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 11 am
Where: Tamox Talom Food Forest, Padre Park, 6515 Padre Dr, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free

F.R.I.D.A./Frida Fest 2025

Join Que Retro Arts and Curious Twins for F.R.I.D.A./Frida Fest 2025, a two-day, family-friendly event celebrating the incredible life and legacy of artist Frida Kahlo!

This community gathering features a vibrant handcrafted artisan mercado with over 60 vendors, captivating art galleries, and endless photo opportunities.

There will also be a lively fashion show, fantastic music, cultural performances, engaging culinary demonstrations, authentic Mexican cuisine, and insightful artist panels.

When: Saturday, November 15 – 16, 2025 | 12 pm – 6 pm
Where: La Villita Historic Village, 418 Villita St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Free

End of Season Holiday Market and Tree Adoption

Image credit: Mission Marquee Plaza

Head over to the Mission Marquee Plaza Farmers & Artisans Market for the festive End of Season Holiday Market and Tree Adoption! Find fresh, locally sourced foods and explore unique, handmade crafts and products from a variety of local pop-up vendors.

Every market kicks off at 9 a.m. with a free yoga or Zumba fitness class open to all fitness levels. The venue is also pet-friendly, so bring your furry friends to celebrate the end of the market season.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9 am – 1 pm
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free

Holiday Shop Hop

Hop aboard the Holiday Shop Hop and explore a vibrant sea of creativity on the south side of San Antonio!

You can visit multiple working studios where local artisans will be hosting engaging demos and exciting markets. Come shop directly from local makers!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 10 am – 7 pm
Where: Multiple locations in Houston
How Much: Free

Imagination Builders: Sculpture Shaping

Calling all kids who love to design, construct, and create for Imagination Builders: Sculpture Shaping! Enjoy engaging, hands-on activities, including a fun take-home craft, magnetic wonder tile activities, plus exploring top-rated building favorites.

Parents and guardians, be sure to check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card, and if you spend $25 or more, you will get a free wooden fidget puzzle while supplies last!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 11 am – 3 pm
Where: Lakeshore Learning, 327 NW Loop 410 #103, San Antonio, TX 78216
How Much: Free

Free and Cheap Events in San Antonio this Friday, November 14, 2025

RENE VACA 2025 TOUR

Get ready to see one of comedy’s fastest-rising stars as René Vaca brings his 2025 Tour to town!

This 28-year-old stand-up comedian, writer, and actor from Southern California earned a spot as one of Netflix’s Introducing Comedians for the 2024 Netflix Is A Joke Festival and won the 16th annual Stand Up NBC competition.

When: Friday, November 14, 2025 | 8 pm
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $47.50

The Light Park San Antonio

Charge up your holiday spirit as you cruise through millions of dazzling lights at The Light Park San Antonio! Immerse yourself in a spectacle perfectly synced to the rhythm of festive tunes, all from the cozy comfort of your own car.

DJ Polar Ice will be providing the soundtrack for this holiday experience, which you can enjoy at both the Selma and Missions Ball Park locations.

When: Friday, November 14, 2025 – January 4, 2026 | 5:30 pm – 10 pm (Sunday – Thursday) and 5:30 pm – 11 pm (Fridays and Saturdays)
Where: The Light Park San Antonio, 5757 US-90 Parking Lot, San Antonio, TX 78227
How Much: Starts at $29.99

Wurstfest

Head to Wurstfest for a truly unique annual celebration that is rich in German culture and absolutely full of Texas fun! Enjoy incredible food, lively music, energetic dancing, exciting carnival rides and games, and plenty of German, Texan, and domestic beer.

When: Friday, November 14 – 16, 2025
Where: Landa Falls, 120 Landa St, New Braunfels, TX 78130
How Much: Starts at $15

Nightly Spirits Booze and Boos Tour®

Unearth the chilling secrets of San Antonio’s most significant battle as you wander through haunted ballrooms and clandestine basements on this ghostly pub crawl. And dive deep into the city’s dark history and hear bone-chilling tales of gruesome murders, legendary spirits, and possessed architecture.

The guides are phenomenal and always get raving reviews, with expert storytelling skills to add to the ambiance. This pub crawl is the perfect way to kick off spooky season.

When: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, November 14 – December 27, 2025 | 7:30 pm – 10 pm
Where: 115 Broadway St., San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: $29.95

Free and Cheap Events in San Antonio this Saturday, November 15, 2025

Mionetto Pop Up at Larder

Acclaimed winemaker, Mionetto Prosecco, is popping up in Brewmeister’s Alley in front of Larder to add a bit of bubbles to your Pearl Farmers Market visit. The first 20 visitors can enjoy a complimentary mimosa!

Sip a bubbly beverage, pick up some Mionetto merch, and enter the Decade Made giveaway!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9 am – 1 pm
Where: Larder, Hotel Emma, 136 E Grayson St, San Antonio, TX 78215
How much: Not Stated

Turkey Trails – San Antonio

Image credit: Bodies Race Company

Join the fun annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k, a perfect, Thanksgiving-themed event for the entire family!

The event is packed with fun, including great swag like a designer shirt and a custom medal, chip-timing with live results and awards, free photos, and delicious treats waiting for you at the finish line!

If you cannot make the race, no problem. You can choose the virtual option to run anywhere, anytime, and still earn the amazing swag.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9 am
Where: Lady Bird Johnson Trail Park, 10700 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78217
How much: $17 – $42

VinoFest: A Celebration of Mexican Wine Culture

Join us for VinoFest: A Celebration of Mexican Wine Culture, a vibrant afternoon of exciting discovery! You can taste over 50 premium wines sourced from Mexico’s most exciting wine regions.

There will also be delicious small bites, artisanal vendors, and unforgettable elevated experiences!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 2 pm
Where: Plaza Juarez, 418 Villita St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Starts at $50

1964 The Tribute (to the Beatles)

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Prepare to be transported back to a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever with 1964 The Tribute!

Thrilling audiences globally since the early eighties, this group is hailed by critics and fans alike as the most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute, earning them the distinction of “Best Beatles Tribute on Earth” from Rolling Stone magazine.

Experience a meticulously recreated early ’60s live Beatles concert, complete with period instruments, accurate clothing and hairstyles, and spot-on onstage banter.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 7 pm
Where: Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 226 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78248
How Much: Starts at $15

Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift

Grab your tickets now and discover the magic of music like never before at Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift!

Prepare to hear your favorite Taylor Swift hits beautifully reimagined, with a tentative program including classics like “Shake It Off,” “Blank Space,” and “Love Story,” alongside deeper cuts and medleys from albums like 1989, Reputation, Folklore, and Evermore.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 78:45pm
Where: The Josephine Theatre, 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Starts at $35

Red Riding Hood

Get ready for a hilarious twist on a classic tale with Red Riding Hood! A lone actor, ready to perform his one-man show, is unexpectedly joined by a delivery driver who has some big ideas of her own. Together, they bring the story to life, playing every character in a fast-paced and witty retelling.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 2 pm – 3:30 pm
Where: King William Park Gazebo, King William Park, San Antonio, TX 78204
How much: $15 for adults | $12 for kids

MySA presents Tamale Throwdown

The countdown is officially on for MySA’s first-ever Tamale Throwdown, a tamale celebration unlike any other!

You can taste the most creative, flavorful, and traditional tamales across two mouthwatering categories: the classic Old School Tamale and the bold New School Tamale.

Your ticket grants you access to exclusive samples from beloved kitchens like Alfonso’s Tamales, Milpa, Naco Mexican Eatery, and more!

Plus, you can enjoy music, face painting, college football viewing, and plenty of Topo Chico and Alamo Beer to keep you refreshed.

If you feel brave, step up to the plate for the Tamale-Eating Contest. The winner takes home $500!

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 2 pm – 3:30 pm
Where: Alamo Beer Company, 202 Lamar St, San Antonio, TX 78202
How much: $12 for adults | $10 for kids under 12

San Antonio Zoo: Zoo Lights

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Get ready for the holiday spirit to sweep you away as Zoo Lights, Powered by CPS Energy, transforms the San Antonio Zoo into a magnificent winter wonderland!

Immerse yourself in a world of twinkling lights and vibrant displays across unique realms, featuring bigger, brighter, and wilder attractions than ever before.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Where: San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How much: Not stated

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – San Antonio, TX

Have a hilariously good time this Saturday at North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show!

You’ll solve a thrilling true-crime mystery while enjoying a delicious dinner. Just be careful, because the culprit is hiding somewhere in the room, and you might just become the prime suspect.

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: The Emily Morgan San Antonio – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 705 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: $68.99

Fun Events in San Antonio this Sunday November 16, 2025

Sunday Brunch Market hosted by Box Street All Day and The Texas Market

Box Street All Day is hosting a sip-and-shop market curated by The Texas Market! Enjoy local vendors, a live DJ, and a delicious brunch!

When: Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 10 am – 4 pm
Where: Hemisfair, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free

Color San Antonio! Live Mural Painting Event

Watch and participate in a new mural this coming Sunday! Local artist Mike “Comp” Arguello will transform a large panel near Stable Hall into a vibrant piece of public art celebrating San Antonio’s community and creative spirit. Guests can watch the painting process in real time, participate in painting the mural, and meet the artist.

When: Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 10 am – 2 pm
Where: 307 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78215
How much: Free

STEAM Sunday: Turkey Talks

Join in for a feather-filled afternoon at STEAM Sunday and discover the fascinating world of our feathered neighbors. Learn how to use the Merlin app to identify local birds that you might spot around the Witte campus. Bring your curiosity as we explore the connection between ancient theropod dinosaurs and the birds we see today.

When: Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: $8 (non-member) / $6 (member) + Museum Admission

The Sixties Show | The Greatest 1960’s Music Re-Creation

Image credit: Tobin Center

Prepare for a breathtaking musical experience as The Sixties Show, from NYC, delivers The Greatest 1960s Musical Re-Creation Show on Earth! Witness an Aural and Visual Tour de Force with this popular, award-winning theatre show, featuring former band members of The Who and John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival.

This hugely popular, cross-generational spectacle has been updated with new songs, new multi-media elements, narration, and an updated stage set, guaranteeing a high-energy trip back in time.

Hear spot-on, note-for-note re-creations of hits, B-sides, and deep album cuts, all performed live with no samples, using authentic 1960s period vintage gear and instrumentation, alongside genuine 1960s mod costumes for meticulous authenticity.

When: Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 2 pm
Where: H-E-B Performance Hall, Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Starts at $30.50

Free and Fun Events in San Antonio for Kids – November 14 – November 16, 2025