Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of May 19

Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of May 19 | Image credit: Hemisfair

Our top choices for things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of May 19, 2023, include Super Fun Saturday with H-E-B: Bubbles Everywhere, Blue Hole Star Party, Monster Truckz Extreme Tour, and more!


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Also, remember to also check out our recent posts on Fun Things to do in San Antonio for Teens, Summer Camps San Antonio 2023, San Antonio Water Parks and Pools, and San Antonio Restaurants with Playgrounds!


Deal Alert – Canyon Lake Pontoon Boat Tour – Lowest Price Guarantee! 

Enjoy a fun-filled and active excursion out on the water with this private pontoon boat and tubing experience. Make your own way to the dock on Canyon Lake, meet your guide, and hop aboard your vessel. The flexible itinerary is entirely up to you: you can relax on board and soak up the sun, can head to an island beach to sunbathe, can go lake swimming and fishing—and even go tub-towing.

Bring the kids along on this family-friendly excursion A private tour gives you the freedom to customize your schedule. Choose to swim, relax, fish, sunbathe, and go tub-towing. This pontoon boat tour makes it easy to soak up the scenery’

Get more information and book your Private Pontoon Tour of Canyon Lake TODAY!


Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of May 19, 2023 – Friday

Traders Village Sunflower Village

Traders Village Sunflower Field San Antonio

Things to do in san antonio with kids this weekend of May 19 | Traders Village Sunflower Field San Antonio

Walk among 10 acres of sunflowers. It’s simply stunning. There are paths to follow and even a maze that lets you explore the field even better.

Keep your eyes peeled! You might just spot a certain Buzz, the official SpokesBee for the Sunflower Field.

Makes sure your phones and cameras are charged. Of course, there will be a ton of photo opportunities. But fret not. There will be a professional photographer to take and print photos right there and then, so you can take them home.

When: Friday, May 19, 2023, 6 pm to 9 pm | May 19 to June 13, 2023, ( 9 am to 6 pm)
Where: 
1902 Nightclub, 1174 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: $11.99 – $17.99


Family Night Hike

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Things to do in san antonio with kids this weekend of May 19 | Image credit: Cibolo Center for Conservation Facebook

Take the whole family and enjoy nature and a beautiful sunset as you travel through the trails. Discover the different living creatures that call the Cibolo a home.

When: Friday, May 19, 2023, 7:30 om
Where: Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Rd, Boerne, TX 78006
How much: 
Free


Deal Alert: Save Big on San Antonio Area Attractions with POGO Pass

Image 1: Pogo Pass to 35 Things to Do in Austin, San Antonio and Waco

The Standard South Central Texas Pogo Pass (San Antonio/Austin/Waco) provides admissions to 35 different entertainment venues in the San Antonio, Austin and Waco area.

Perfect for families, the Pogo Pass gives both adult and child pass-holders 50+ visits to some of the best things to do that San Antonio, Austin and Waco have to offer. The Pogo Pass nearly pays for itself with a visit to one or two venues alone!!!

Pass Features the following Attractions in San Antonio

  • One visit to the San Antonio Zoo
  • One visit to the Witte Museum
  • One visit to the Buckhorn Museum
  • One visit to Wonder World Park
  • One visit to the San Antonio Aquarium
  • One visit to Rush Fun Park
  • Six tickets to the University of Texas – San Antonio athletic events (multiple sports)
  • Two visits to Pump It Up
  • Two visits to Monster Mini Golf & Laser Tag for a round of Mini Golf

Check out the POGO pass and SAVE Big on San Antonio Attractions! 


Best Things to do in San Antonio with kids on Saturday, May 20, 2023

Downtown Dog Market

Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend

Image credit: San Antonio Parks Foundation

Humans wanting to spoil their dogs should definitely pop by this market.

Dog-friendly vendors will line the area, selling you things your furbaby would absolutely love! From yummy treats to cute accessories, your puppy will surely get a ton of gifts from you.

Plus, the pet supply swap is back! Bring your dog’s old clothes, toys, and accessories (gently used and washed, of course) and swap them out for newer goodies! Any remaining items will be donated to local dogs in need.

When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 10 am to 2 pm
Where: Legacy Park, 103 W Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free


Super Fun Saturday with H-E-B: Bubbles Everywhere

Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend

Image credit: Hemisfair

Pop, bounce, roll, and float! Take the kiddies out for a bubble-tastic day!

With summer around the corner, it’s a good idea to get ahead of the fun. Enjoy a day of activities and entertainment the whole family will like a human bubble ball and bubble-making activity station!

There will also be live music, vendors, and more.

When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 11 am to 1 pm
Where: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free


Blue Hole Star Party

Get some quality time with your loved ones right under the stars.

Come to the Blue Hole Star Party for an evening of stargazing. You’ll also be learning a thing or two because the Texas State Astronomy Club will be lending their telescopes and sharing some knowledge.

When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 8:30 pm
Where: Blue Hoel Regional Park, 100 Blue Hole Ln, Wimberley, TX 78676
How Much: Free


Family Morning Hike

Start the morning right with a nice hike among the plants and creatures in the Garden.

This guided hike will take you to see the wildlife and plants in all their glory in the morning sun. You’ll also get the chance to observe bird species with binoculars.

When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Where: San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much:
$15 for non-member adults; $13.50 for member adults; $13 for non-member children; $11.70 for member children


Dirt Dauber Festival

The Dirt Dauber Festival is back! There will be 50 amazing ceramic artists. You’ll definitely go home with a few things in hand. Your kids might even want something too!

Cool down with some refreshments when things get tiring. And enjoy live music and so much more!

When: Saturday, May 20, 2023, 10 am to 5 pm (12 pm to 5 pm on Sunday) | May 20 to 21, 2023
Where: Eye of the Dog Center, 405 Valley View West Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666


Check out the highly-rated Hopscotch Immersive Art Experience!

hopscotch immersive art experience in San Antonio

Discover a one-of-a-kind 20,000-square-foot immersive art experience in the heart of downtown San Antonio. On our patio, you can enjoy fourteen collaborative displays, specialty cocktails, and rotating food trucks. Hopscotch enables artists to showcase their work in innovative and sustainable ways, encourages them to be inspired by new mediums, and enables them to reach new audiences.

Get all the details and book your Immersive Art Experience TODAY!!!


Best things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of May 19, 2023 – Sunday

Family Workshop: Plushie Chimera

Family Workshop: Plushie Chimera

Image credit: The DoSeum Facebook

Sunday is family day. Work together to create a one-of-a-kind stuffed animal!

Not only will you get to make your own plushie, but you’ll get to think up its story too, from its habitat to its behaviors.

When: Sunday, May 21, Session 1: 1 pm to 2:30 pm; Session 2: 3 pm to 4:30 pm
Where: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How Much: $65 for members; $75 for non-members


Disney Animation: Immersive Experience

Magical is the best word to describe Disney. And you get the chance to see inside of the greatest animated films to come from the Studios!

From the earliest revolutionary features to the massive hits you know and love today, Disney Animation: Immersive Experience will make you feel like you’re transported to Encanto’s Casita or at the foot of Pride Rock at Simba’s presentation.

When: Sunday, May 21, 2023, 10 am | Runs until May 29, 2023
Where: Lighthouse ArtSpace, 221 Burleson St, San Antonio, TX 78202
How much: Starts at $36


Monster Truckz Extreme Tour

Get your adrenaline up and pumping! It’s gonna be a night of thrill, excitement, and massive trucks!

The biggest Monster Truckz you’ll ever see will be flying over near-impossible jumps and destroying cars.

The Extreme Motocross Team will just be as astonishing as they soar 80 feet in the air, doing things you didn’t even know could happen.

When: Sunday, May 21, 2023, 10 am | May 19 to 21, 2023
Where: Helotes PRCA Rodeo, 12042 Leslie Rd, Helotes, TX 78023
How much: Starts at $15


Also, check out our 20 Top things to do with toddlers & kids in San Antonio.

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