Things to do in San Antonio with kids this Weekend of September 29 Worldwide Day of Play, & more!

Things to do in San Antonio with kids this Weekend of September 29 Worldwide Day of Play, & more!

Our top choices for things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023, include the 2023 Worldwide Day of Play, Skylight Balloon Fest, Comal County Fair and Rodeo, CORNy Maze 2023, and more!


Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, all information is subject to change! As always, please verify with the organizer before heading out! 

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Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023 – Friday

Family Karaoke Night

Start your fun weekend with family, music, and a mic.

Show your vocal talents, sing your heart out, or just have a great time with family and friends. If you don’t feel like going up on stage, cheer them on!

Just come over, kids allowed, and have some fun!

When: Friday, September 29, 2023, 7 pm – 11 pm
Where: Noble Lounge & Bar, 203 S Main St, Cibolo, TX 78108
How much: $5


Skylight Balloon Fest

Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend

Image credit: Skylight Balloon Fest

Fly high at the Skylight Balloon Fest!

Majestic hot air balloons are going to put you in awe, especially with their shows like the balloon launches, and Balloon Glows. You even have the opportunity to ride them!

More than that, you and the kids have plenty to do. Check out the various vendors, ogle at aerial performers and skydivers, jump around in the Family Fun Zone, and show some love at the petting zoo.

When: Friday, September 29, 2023, Varies | Until September 30, 2o23
Where: Real Life Center, 16765 Lookout Rd #3809, Selma, TX 78154
How much:
Free; $10 – $15


Grandparents Appreciation Month at The DoSeum

All month long, grandparents can come to The DoSeum for free! So, celebrate generations and the different kinds of love they bring by having a grand time at The DoSeum.

When: Friday, September 29, 2023 | Until September 30, 2023
Where: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Free for grandparents


Comal County Fair and Rodeo

Things to do in San Antonio with kids this weekend

Image credit: Comal County Fair Facebook

The Comal County Fair and Rodeo is here to give all sorts of fun.

It’s going to be days filled with animals, exciting activities, various vendors, arts and crafts, and stellar shows!

This Friday, there are going to be events like an antique farm show, animal shows and parades, arts and photography, handicrafts and woodworking, shoebox floats, a carnival, and many many more!

When: Friday, September 29, 2023, Varies | Until October 1, 2o23
Where: Comal County Fair Association, 701 Common St, New Braunfels, TX 78130
How much:
Starts at $10


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Best Things to Do in San Antonio with Kids on Saturday, September 30, 2023

Moondance Outdoor Concerts

It’s the last Moondance of the season!

Every month, an amazing band or musician will come to the Cibolo Center for Conservation to give you a phenomenal concert under the stars!

Bring blankets, cushions, and chairs for a comfy experience. Enjoy a nice picnic while you listen to music. So, you can bring your own food and drinks. Or you can stop by a food truck in the area.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023, 7 pm to 10:30 pm
Where: Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Rd, Boerne, TX 78006
How much: $60 Season Pass; $15 for non-members; $10 for members


2023 Worldwide Day of Play

2023 Worldwide Day of Play

Image credit: The DoSeum Facebook

If anyone knows how to have fun, it’s Nickelodeon. And they’re celebrating Worldwide Day of Play at The DoSeum!

Everybody is going to have a blast experiencing joyful learning through play. On top of their exhibits, there are going to be pop-up activities with catapults and all-natural boats!

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023, 9 am – 5 pm
Where: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209


Barbie Trick Dollhouse Living Tour

Barbie is coming to San Antonio! She’s living the dream and cruising around in the Dreamouse Living Tour. Pop by for some Barbiecore vibes and exclusive merch.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023, 10 am – 7 pm
Where: North Star Mall, 7400 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78216


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 September 29, 2023 – Sunday

Locals Day at the Briscoe

It’s a good day to be from San Antonio and Bexar County. Enjoy a day of art and culture for free! 

When: Sunday, October 1, 2023, 10 am to 5 pm | First Sunday of each month
Where: ​​The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free for Bexar County residents, Active Military, and children 12 and younger


Pumpkin Patch at Helotes Hills UMC

Going to a pumpkin patch is easily one of the best fall things you can do with your family.

Luckily, the pumpkin patch at Helotes Hills UMC is opening this Sunday! Pick your pumpkins and get your kids involved. It’s going to be a great bonding experience. What you do with your gourds is also going to be a fun adventure, whether is for cooking or crafts.

Of course, take advantage of all the photo ops scattered throughout the scenic patch.

When: Sunday, October 1, 2023, 12 pm – 8 pm | Until October 31, 2023
Where: Helotes Hills Methodist Church, 13222 Bandera Rd, Helotes, TX 78023
How Much: Free entry; Pumpkins priced per size


CORNy Maze 2023

CORNy Maze 2023

Image credit: Traders Village San Antonio Facebook

Traders Village San Antonio has the only corn maze in the city and the largest in the state!

Explore ten acres of the stunning corn maze and check out all the activities within! These fun stuff include a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, duck races, axe throwing, calf roping, an inflatable slide, tasty food, and tons of photo ops.

When: Sunday, October 1, 2023, 10 am | Weekends until November 12, 2023
Where: Traders Village, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
How Much: Free, $11.99 – $17.99


Full STEAM Ahead: Pottery of the Southwest

Head over to the Briscoe and learn all about pottery. This event will focus on pottery made by the Native Americans of the Southwest. So, you’ll learn about the techniques in crafting their pieces.

Then, you’ll get to apply what you learned as you create a pottery piece of your own.

When: Sunday, October 1, 2023, 1 pm to 3 pm
Where: The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205


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!!!


Also, check out our 20 Top Things to Do with Toddlers & Kids in San Antonio.

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