Things to do in San Antonio with kids this Weekend of October 13 Cavern Fall Fest, Floresville Peanut Festival, & more!
Our top choices for things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of October 13, 2023, include the Cavern Fall Fest, Floresville Peanut Festival, Junior Paranormal Investigator Open-House, Fright Fest Halloween Event, and more!
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Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of October 13, 2023 – Friday
Annual Fall Festival 2023
Make today a family day and welcome the fall season!
With live music, yummy food, a rodeo, a petting zoo, a pumpkin patch, and an indoor inflatable park (plus, so much more), everybody’s going to have an amazing time!
When: Friday, October 13, 2023, 6 pm – 10 pm
Where: Pedrotti’s Ranch, 13715 FM1560, Helotes, TX 78023
How much: $15 – $20
Floresville Peanut Festival
Image credit: Floresville Peanut Festival Facebook
Floresville is having its 79th Annual Peanut Festival! It’s going to be five days of absolute fun, food, and fantastic entertainment.
From goober games, a carnival, a beer garden, an artisans’ alley, parades, competitions, and live music, this Peanut Festival is going to be off the charts.
When: Friday, October 13, 2023, 10 am | Until October 14, 2023
Where: Floresville, TX 78114
How much: Free
Oktoberfest Food Festival
It’s always a good event when food is involved. Make your family and tummy happy at the Oktober Food Festival.
Explore all the stalls offering a variety of tastes. You’ll definitely find something that will satisfy whatever craving you have. Also, check out the plethora of other activities and things to see, like taking photos with pumpkins!
When: Friday, October 13, 2023, Park Open– 1 hour prior to park closing | Weekends until October 29, 2023
Where: Six Flags Fiesta, 17000 W I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257
How much: $18
Junior Paranormal Investigator Open-House
Image credit: Dr Pepper Museum Facebook
Maybe your young ones are part of the next generation of ghost hunters. They could be the ones who will prove once and for all what life after death is like.
Let them embark on a journey into the mysterious world of paranormal phenomena. Today, they’ll have their minds opened as they are introduced and educated about the fascinating realm of the supernatural.
With hands-on activities, interactions with real paranormal investigators, ghost stories, games, and more, these curious little people will have a grand time.
When: Friday, October 13, 2023, 6 pm
Where: Dr. Pepper Museum, 300 S 5th St, Waco, TX 76701
How much: Free
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Best Things to Do in San Antonio with Kids on Saturday, October 14, 2023
Puptopia Festival San Antonio
Whether you have furbabies or just to show and receive love from adorable puppies, Puptopia is going to heaven for you.
Bring your furry friends of all shapes and sizes to Travis Park this Saturday. Not only will you be surrounded by so much love, but the doggies are going to have the time of their lives too.
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Travis Park, 301 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: $35
Moon at Noon
The Annular Eclipse will pass right over San Antonio and you have the chance to see the “ring of fire!”
Join the DoSeum community at their eclipse-viewing party and witness a stunning natural phenomenon. If you’re one of the first 500, not only will you be able to enter for free, but you’ll get special viewing glasses as well.
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 11 am – 12 pm
Where: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Free for first 500 guests
Fright Fest Halloween Event
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It’s spooky season! So, Six Flags Fiesta Texas is going big. Check out the many family-friendly attractions during the day. Then, when the sun sets, the scary times will begin.
Feel tingles run up your spine when you visit the haunted houses. Run for your life around the scare zones. Get songs stuck in your head when you watch a few shows. Feel the thrill of exciting rides. And of course, indulge in yummy sweets and treats.
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 9 pm | Select days until October 31, 2023
Where: Six Flags Fiesta, 17000 W I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257
Dr. Pupper
Families with furbabies, head over to Dr. Pepper Museum for a tail-wagging time!
Your four-legged members can indulge in pup cups, participate in activities, and join contests with special prizes.
They might just win the dog costume and talent contests. They can also cool down and splash around the puppy play pool!
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Dr. Pepper Museum, 300 S 5th St, Waco, TX 76701
How much: Free
Cavern Fall Fest
Image credit: Natural Bridge Caverns
Natural Bridge Caverns is a stunning area and is one of the best places to celebrate the beautiful fall season.
Families and friends have plenty of free things to do here. Explore the amazing attractions–like a mini-hay maze– wear family-friendly costumes, dress as a scarecrow, watch live performances, take tons of photos, and play yard games. You can even just sit back, relax, and enjoy the fall breeze.
Spend your day at the Natural Bridge Caverns and have a fun-tastic day!
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023 | Weekends until October 29, 2023
Where: Natural Bridge Caverns, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266
How much: Free
Check out the highly-rated Hopscotch Immersive Art Experience!
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 October 13, 2023 – Sunday
Pumpkin Fest
Drop by Rockberry Ranch for the full fall experience! U-Pick Pumpkin Patch gives you full reign in picking your perfect pumpkin. Wonder through the patch and have a nice time.
Plus, check out over 25 attractions, eat from various food trucks, drink beer and wine, and listen to amazing live music.
Wooden playscapes, wagon rides, a jump pad, a barnyard, a petting corral, and photo ops are just some of the awesome things you can expect here!
When: Sunday, October 15, 2023, 10 am – 7 pm | Weekends Until November 12, 2023
Where: Rockberry Ranch, 995 W Gates Valley Rd, Poteet, TX 78065
How much: $15.95
Deal Alert – Dino Safari – San Antonio: Discounted Any Day Flex Admission
Enjoy discounted admission any day, any time for Dino Safari: A Walk-Thru Adventure! Feel the thrill of standing next to giant moving dinosaurs from all over the world on a walk-through expedition for the whole family. Great for gifts!
Get more information and check out the Dino Safari – San Antonio: Discounted Any Day Flex Admission TODAY!!!
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