Below is a list of select events taking place in the San Antonio area. Have a local event you would like Focus On San Antonio to promote? Email all the details to eortiz@journalist.com.
STAGE
Weekly
Woodlawn Comedy at Woodlawn Theatre presents Friday Night Lights. Each Friday night features standup comics or improv comedy activities. Ages 21-over allowed. Seating is first-come, first-served. 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. 1920 Fredericksburg Road
Now through Oct. 25
Magik Theatre offers final performances of “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.” Based on Laura Numeroff’s titular picture book, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” is about a boy whose peaceful afternoon of cookies and comics is interrupted by a mouse whose tiny request grows into an adventure. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sat., and 3 p.m. Sun. through Oct. 25. Tickets: $26.50-$33.50. 420 S. Alamo St.
Now through Oct. 25
Boerne Community Theatre’s Teen Troupe offers final performances of “Seussical Jr.” a musical comedy narrated by the Cat in the Hat, and blending the plots of Dr. Seuss’ “Horton Hears a Who!,” “Horton Hatches the Egg,” and “Gertrude McFuzz.” 8 p.m. Fri. and Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Tickets: $15. 907 E. Blanco Road, Boerne
Now through Oct. 31
San Pedro Playhouse will host performances of the classic musical-comedy “Little Shop of Horrors,” where shy florist Seymour discovers a unique little plant that grows with very special needs. Check the website for showtimes. Tickets: $53 adults, $33 children ages 12-under, $43 seniors, first responders, military. 800 W. Ashby Place
Now through Nov. 1
La Bete Productions performs “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors,” where five actors take on dozens of characters in a parody packed with quick changes, seductive vampires, and total mayhem. Shows at 7:30 p.m. Thu.-Sat., and 3 p.m. Sun., with special performances set for 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28, and 2 and 10 p.m. Oct. 31. Tickets: $25. Woodlawn Pointe, 702 Donaldson Ave.
SPECIAL EXHIBITS
Now through Nov. 29
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory co-presents Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience, which offers a VR journey through the cosmos. Visitors can feel like they are using the Hubble Space Telescope, the James Webb Space Telescope, and the Chandra X-ray Observatory to look deep into space and encounter extreme exoplanets and galaxies, and explore the vastness of the universe. Guests can order tickets by date and time. Admission: $24 general; discounts available for children, students, seniors and groups. The Shops at Rivercenter (lower level on the Alamo side below H&M), 849 E. Commerce St.
Now through Feb. 7
The Witte Museum is hosting “Gather ‘Round the Table: Texas Food Traditions,” an exhibit that explores the ingredients, people, and cultural exchanges behind familiar Texas foods. The exhibit also includes interactive areas where guests can make their own plate of Texas foods, visit a model icehouse, and learn how Texans have grown, prepared and distributed their food for market through the decades. Special exhibit ticket required. 3801 Broadway St.
WELLNESS
Weekly
Wellness at The Tobin is a weekly series of fitness and exercise classes designed to nurture the body and mind. Classes are held from 10-11 a.m. Saturdays at the Will Naylor Riverwalk Plaza. Dress and equip accordingly. Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle.
ART EXHIBITS/SHOWS
Now through Nov. 1
Sala Diaz will host Anthony Rundblade’s exhibit “Paranoid Style Vital Farms,” which is viewable during certain weekend afternoon hours or by appointment. Check the gallery website for details. 517 Stieren St.
Now through Nov. 8
McNay Art Museum hosts “A People’s History: The American Experiment on Stage.” Inspired by the United States’ 250th anniversary, this exhibit explores theater’s role in telling the evolution of America through maquettes and set and costume designs from a range of iconic productions, such as “Hair,” “Hamilton,” “The Color Purple,” “In the Heights” and “Porgy and Bess.” Entry with museum admission. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave.
Now through Dec. 18
Mexican American Civil Rights Institute hosts “Somos Americanos: Our American Story,” an exhibit chronicling noted Mexican-American trailblazers who have lived out the nation’s highest democratic ideals through public service, civic leadership, and acts of valor. Viewable 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Wed.-Fri. or by appointment. Admission is free. 2123 Buena Vista St.
Now through Jan. 3, 2027
San Antonio Museum of Art hosts “Samurai Spirit: Swords, Accessories, and Paintings,” an exhibit that explores Japanese samurai and their appreciation of finely honed skills in forging and polishing steel to make weapons of lethal beauty. This exhibit features two key 14th century swords, and other samurai weapons and objects important to traditional Japanese culture. Entry with museum admission; free for museum members. Also can be viewed during Bexar County Free Hours 4-7 p.m. Tue., and 10 a.m.-noon Sun. 200 E. Jones Ave.
Now through Jan. 4, 2027
Briscoe Western Art Museum hosts “Selena Forever/Siempre Selena,” an exhibit featuring San Antonio photographer John Dyer’s images that celebrate the life and career of the late Tejano star Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. Entry with museum admission. 210 W. Market St.
Now through Jan. 9, 2027
Witte Museum hosts “The Witte Museum: 100 Years,” an exhibit that shows how the institution has interpreted and shared the story of Texas through natural history specimens, cultural artifacts, Texas art, and global collections. Free with museum admission. 3801 Broadway St.
Now through Jan. 15. 2027
The exhibit “Built on Legacy: Artists of San Antonio” features paintings, prints, installations, and more from 23 artists, living and deceased, reflecting San Antonio’s artistic community over the last 50 years. Admission is free. Centro de Artes Culture Commons gallery, 115 Plaza de Armas
Now through Jan. 18, 2027
“Tejano Legacy: Another American Origin Story” is an exhibit of 100-plus rare paintings, sculptures, saddles, weapons, and maps from U.S. and Mexican collections. Free with museum admission. Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St.
Now through Feb. 26, 2027
Alamo Colleges District is hosting “La Línea/The Line: Works by Vincent Valdez,” an exhibit of works by San Antonio artist Vincent Valdez, ACD’s inaugural artist-in-residence. The exhibit brings together more than two decades of Valdez’s work exploring lineage, memory, inheritance and cultural history through painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture. Admission is free and open to the public .Alamo Colleges District ACCESS Building, 2222 N. Alamo St.
Now through May 30, 2027
Institute of Texan Cultures hosts “Pure Conjunto: Border(less) Sound,” an exhibit of photos, instruments, posters and other artifacts that demonstrate the power of Conjunto music, and how it was shaped by German and Eastern European immigrants, and influenced by Tejano communities drawing on Indigenous, Spanish, and Mexican traditions. Entry with museum admission. 111 W. Houston St., Suite 121.
Now through June 14, 2027
Briscoe Western Art Museum will host “Kathy Sosa: Revolutionary Women of Texas and Mexico,” an exhibit of more than 30 works created by San Antonio artist, author and former advertising business leader Kathy Sosa. The paintings, mixed media works and sculptures highlight women who shaped Texas and Mexico as participants, survivors, cultural transmitters, laborers, activists, mothers, revolutionaries and community leaders. The exhibit marks the reopening of the Briscoe’s Women of the West Gallery. Entry included with museum admission. 210 W. Market St.
Now showing
Bihl Arts Haus hosts “With a Shared Vision,” an exhibition celebrating participants in UT San Antonio’s Artist-In-Residence program, where local artists serve as art educators and advocates in San Antonio public schools. Admission is free. 2803 Fredericksburg Road
Now showing
Centro de Artes hosts “Mercado/Material,” an exhibit that features artists who use vibrant imagery and popular culture to address themes of their Latinx cultural identity and consumerism. Admission is free. 101 S. Santa Rosa St.
Oct. 31
SoulCraft TX will offer a workshop where attendees learn to build a tiny Halloween-inspired fairy garden inside a teacup. All materials are included. The activity is beginner-friendly, and participants can take their creation home. Ages 12-over are welcome. Noon12:30 p.m. Tickets: $40. Dulce Tradition Cafe y Panaderia, Fiesta at North Star, 102 W Rector Drive.
Nov. 1
McNay Art Museum will have its Family Day event, which coincides with the McNay’s spring and fall banner exhibitions. Visitors of all ages are invited to enjoy hands-on art activities, live performances, and family-friendly fun spread across the museum’s grounds and galleries. 1-4 p.m. Admission is free. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave.
LITERARY
Oct. 23-25
Nowhere Bookshop will host a spooky book fair over the weekend, with a Halloween twist on the classic childhood book fair. The bookstore’s community room is filled with seasonal books, gifts and, for adults, a chance to sip on adult beverages. There will be specially themed coffee and tea drinks, and guests may come costumed. The fun begins at 4 p.m. Oct. 23. Admission is free. 5154 Broadway St., Alamo Heights
MUSIC
Oct. 24
Alternative rock band The Toxhards bring their Get Destructive tour to town. 7 p.m. Tickets start at $16. Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St.
Oct. 25
Guest violinist Haerim Elizabeth Lee and soprano Amy Owens will perform with local classic music group Agarita in a concert celebrating 250th anniversary through music, from blues to Broadway and beyond. 3 p.m. Admission is free in this ticketed show. San Antonio Botanical Garden’s Betty Kelso Center, 555 Funston Place
Oct. 27
Rock band Saosin celebrates the 20th anniversary of the release of their debut self-titled album. 7 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Vibes Event Center, 1223 E. Houston St.
Oct. 30
Brackenridge Park Conservancy and Disco Alfresco will present Cumbiaween, a night of cumbia music and dancing in a Halloween setting. Revelers are invited to come costumed, and enjoy Gio Chamba giving a live psychedelic cumbia performance, alongside a DJ set by Ella Ella. There will also be a lowrider trunk-or-treat for kids, Halloween decorations, and a market featuring local vendors. Guests can bring a cooler and enjoy food and non-alcoholic drinks from participating vendors throughout the evening. 6-10 p.m. Tickets: $15-$25 adults, free for children ages 15-under. Sunken Garden Theater, 3875 N. St. Mary’s St.
Nov. 1
Ensemble mariachi band Campanas de America will present Recuerdame Campanas: A Show to Remember, a Dia de los Muertos-themed performance about love, loss, memory, and the people who remain in our hearts through special songs. 6 p.m. Tickets $31-$37: Pearl Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Pkwy.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Weekly
The city of San Antonio is extending its Downtown Thursday series of family friendly, public block parties through the end of 2026. Each Thursday night, residents and visitors are encouraged to experience different parts of downtown. Programming after 5 p.m. includes music, art, culture, free light bites and drinks, kids’ activities and more. The Local SATX micro‑transit service offers transportation from other downtown locations to the event. Free parking is available in the City Tower Garage, 60 N. Flores St. after 5 p.m. The Great Street Takeover happens 10 a.m.,-10 p.m. Oct. 22, when parts of West Houston, Soledad and North Flores streets are closed to vehicular traffic, and open to pedestrians, cyclists and others who want to freely visit area businesses and enjoy activities such as pickleball on the road in the morning and afternoon. The Downtown West SATX organization presents Journey West on Oct. 22 when attendees can enjoy $5 deals and live music from participating businesses between 6 and 10 p.m. Pick up a passport in Legacy Park, 103 W. Houston, and get it stamped from at least three businesses to win a prize. Also, Alamo Music hosts Guitar Wars in Legacy Park.
Oct. 23
Local classical music group Agarita is launching Music, Food and Wine at the Agarita Loft, a three-event series blending live music with curated culinary experiences in partnership with Castle Hills restaurant Clementine. This time, guest violinist Haerim Elizabeth Lee joins Agarita for an evening of American song and musical storytelling, paired with champagne, and iconic American desserts created by Clementine chef Elise Russ. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $75. 724 S. Alamo St., Suite 2
Oct. 24
New Braunfels’ Monarch Festival invites community members of all ages to enjoy games, creative crafts, educational nature exhibits, and hands-on activities all centered around monarch butterfly migration. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is free. Fischer Park, 1935 Hilltop Summit Road
Oct. 24
Sunset Ridge shopping center tenants invite community members to help celebrate the retail destination’s 75th anniversary by enjoying a tenant crawl, giveaways, free ice cream, and other family friendly festivities. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is free. 6310-6488 N. New Braunfels Ave.
Oct. 24
The city of Windcrest holds an Arbor Day event with a tree giveaway, and demonstrations and tips for proper planting techniques, repurposing tree materials, and supporting healthy tree growth. 9 a.m.-noon. Admission is free. Brook Falls Park, 6309 Windrock Drive, Windcrest
Oct. 24
The city of Live Oak presents its annual Shindig on Shin Oak, a family friendly celebration featuring live music, carnival rides and games, food trucks, local restaurants, a petting zoo, pony rides, giveaways and more. 4-10 p.m. Admission is free; attendees may bring their own beverages. 8001 Shin Oak Drive
Oct. 25
The organization San Antonio for Growth on the Eastside (SAGE) will present HalloEast, a Halloween-themed, family friendly event featuring trick-or-treating, a costume contest, food, arts and craft vendors, and prizes. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free. The Espee, 1174 E. Commerce St.
Oct. 24-25
New Braunfels Railroad Museum sponsors the New Braunfels “Jamboree” Train Show for railroad enthusiasts and model railroaders of different age levels and experiences. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 24 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 24. Admission: $10 adults ages 13-older; discounts for ages 5-12 and military; free for ages 4-under. New Braunfels Civic Center, 375 S. Castell Ave.
Oct. 25
Water Oriented Recreation District of Comal County will hold Canyon Lake Fall Fest, including live music, a vendor market, a petting zoo, inflatables, lawn games, a hayride, and a children’s costume contest. 2-6 p.m. Admission is free for vehicles with Comal County registration stickers. Canyon Lake Area No. 3, 1769 Canyon Lake Road
GOVERNMENTAL/ELECTION MEETINGS
Oct. 24, 27
The city of San Antonio will have informational meetings to receive public input on art projects proposed for placement at two local public library branches. Meetings will be held at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at Las Palmas Library, 515 Castroville Road, and 4 p.m. Oct. 27 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, the interim service site for Cody Library, 11503 Vance Jackson Road
PUMPKIN PATCHES
Now through Oct. 31
Bulverde Pumpkin Patch has plenty of activities for children and adults, including games, a putting green, a calf roping station, an obstacle course, a hay bale maze, a “monster bus,” sack races, and hayrides. The patch is open 3-7 p.m. Mon.-Thu., and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Attendees get charged $30 for a monthlong membership pass, regardless of number of occupants. 3800 West Ammann Road, Bulverde
Now through Oct. 31
Universal City Parks Partners presents Universal City’s official community pumpkin patch. It’s open 4-8 p.m. Mon.-Thu., and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Special events are scheduled during the month, such as Family Fun Day Oct. 24. Admission is free. 2160 Universal City Blvd.
Now through Oct. 31
Alamo Heights United Methodist Church has its pumpkin patch open 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. daily through Halloween. Admission is free. 825 E. Basse Road
Now through Oct. 31
Bracken United Methodist Church will host its pumpkin patch with refreshments and special activities happening throughout the month. Patch is open 4-6 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. weekends. Admission is free. 20377 FM 2252
Now through Nov. 1
Gruene Pumpkin Festival transforms Gruene Mini Golf into a pumpkin patch with fall-themed bounce houses, a corn pit, unique photo opportunities, train rides and more. 3-10 p.m. Mon.-Thu., and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Tickets start at $15.1632 New Braunfels St.
Now through Nov. 1
Good News Lutheran Church’s pumpkin patch includes special events all month, such as movie nights, market days, a blessing of the animals, as well as trunk-or-treating on Halloween. There are also hayrides and barrel train rides. Admission is free. 11020 Old Corpus Christi Hwy.
Now through Nov. 1
La Luz Del Mundo Church has its annual pumpkin patch open to the public 4-8 p.m. weekdays, and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. weekends. Admission is free. 4932 Old Seguin Road, Kirby
HAUNTED HOUSES/MAZES/FARMS
Now through Oct. 27
Sundrop Springs, a 22-acre farm, offers a monthlong fall festival with hayrides, a fall-themed maze, jumping pillow, corn clay pit, live entertainment, and more. Sundrop Screams also has a Pumpkin King’s Trail, a hillbilly hayride, and a haunted hay maze from 7-10 p.m. Admission: $19 for ages 12; $14 for ages 4-11; free for children 3 and under. 953 Hueco Springs Loop Road, New Braunfels
Now through Nov. 1
Circle N Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch features a corn maze inspired by “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial,” alongside a petting zoo, a corn pit, a pumpkin patch, tractor tire climb, games, refreshments and more. Circle N Maze is open on weekends through Nov. 1 and is located in La Vernia. Check the website for details.
Now through Nov. 1
Owl Creek Farm/Nightmare at Owl Creek is, by day, a family friendly Halloween season destination filled with pumpkins, a petting zoo, pony rides, hayrides, games, vendors, food, and haunted trails – without the monsters. At night, six different haunted doll trails come alive with lurkers waiting in the woods. Owl Creek Farm, 12355 W. Military Drive.
Now through Nov. 8
The 13th Floor offers multiple areas filled with different kinds of scares, from “Friday the 13th” icon Jason Voorhees stalking visitors to a journey through a decaying cityscape. There are other spooky activations, and two themed secret bars. Tickets start at $32.99. 1203 E. Commerce St.
Oct. 22-24
San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo debuts Haunted Hayrides.The rodeo fairgrounds will be transformed into a screen of eerie sites, unexpected scares and thrilling encounters. Hayrides depart every 30 minutes, and are open to visitors ages 12-older. 7:30-11:30 p.m. daily. Tickets: $28 per person. Freeman Coliseum grounds, 3201 E. Houston St.
TRICK/TRUNK-OR-TREATING
Oct. 22
San Antonio City Council District 7 office will have a trunk-or-treat event 5-7:30 p.m. at the Woodlawn Lake gym, 1103 Cincinnati Ave. Admission is free.
Oct. 23
Brackenridge Park Conservancy and Ghisallo Cycling Initiative present Trick-or-Treat on the Trail, where families can celebrate Halloween in a safe, car-free environment. The trick-or-treat route begins at Koehler Pavilion and continues through Brackenridge Park. More than 15 trick-or-treat stations hosted by community partners will offer candy, games and activities for families. Participating community organizations will provide free health and safety resources. Families are encouraged to wear costumes. 5-8 p.m. 3700 N. St. Mary’s St.
Oct. 24
Castle Hills Community Organization will have a trunk-or-treat event with candy, food and games. 6-7 p.m. Admission is free. Castle Hills Commons, 209 Lemonwood Drive
Oct. 24
Chapel Hill Memorial Park and Cemetery will host a trunk-or-treat event at the Selma Police Department. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free. 9375 Corporate Drive, Selma
Oct. 24
The city of Boerne offers Boerne Boo!, a family friendly fall festival with arts and crafts, trick-or-treating, bounce houses, carnival games, food trucks, music, and prizes for human and pet costume contest winners. 4-7 p.m. Admission is free. Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St., Boerne
Oct. 25
The city of Shavano Park will host a trunk-or-treat. 4-6 p.m. Admission is free. Shavano Park City Hall campus, 900 Saddletree Court
Oct. 25
Schertz Funeral Home and Crematory will host its annual trunk-or-treat event. Featuring a “Monsters. Inc” theme, activities will include a pumpkin lab, a cake walk, games, and prize drawings. 5-7:30 p.m. Admission is free. 2217 FM 3009, Schertz
Oct. 29
Olympia Hills Golf and Event Center will hold “Halloween at the Hills,” a family friendly event with a trick-or-treat trail, special guests, a costume contest, and food and drink specials. 5 p.m. Admission is free. 12900 Mount Olympus, Universal City
Oct. 29
The city of New Braunfels will hold Downtown Spooktacular, where several city departments and downtown businesses will offer safe spots for trick-or-treating around Main Plaza. 5-7 p.m. 500 Main Plaza, New Braunfels
Oct. 31
Windcrest Police Department will provide a trunk-or-treat event 6-8 p.m. Admission is free. 8601 Midcrown Drive, Windcrest
Oct. 31
Pica Pica Plaza retail center is transformed into Spooklandia, offering a family friendly Halloween event complete with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, a DJ, kids’ karaoke, games, food and more. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Admission is free. 910 SE Military Drive
OTHER SPOOKY SITES
Now through Oct. 31
The DoSeum hosts Halloween everyday in October as families can explore galleries filled with playful decorations, pose at Halloween-themed photo stations and shake their bones during hourly “BOOgie breaks.” Guests who snap a picture at a photo station and upload it can enter a weekly raffle for a free DoSeum membership, or a free renewal if they are already members. Spooky workshops and member activities also take place on select days throughout the month. The monthlong celebration ends with a Halloween trick-or-treating event. 2800 Broadway St.
Now through Nov. 1
San Antonio Zoo’s 40th Zoo Boo is a daily, family friendly celebration of fall and the Halloween season. There is daily trick-or-treating, themed food and seasonal treats, entertainment, a spider rainforest with real spiders, interactive animal experiences, and the debut of Fiesta de los Muertos. The latter, inspired by Dia de los Muertos traditions, features three themed realms with large-scale artistic displays and special photo opportunities. Entry with zoo admission for the general public; free for zoo members. 3903 N. St. Mary’s St.
Now through Nov. 1
Natural Bridge Caverns host Cavern Bat Fest. Each weekend, visitors can enjoy fall-inspired, family friendly activities, including a mini-hay maze, scavenger hunt, dressing a scarecrow, live entertainment, photo opportunities, yard games. Entry is part of cavern admission. There is free trick-or-treating set for Oct. 31.
Oct. 30
Morbid Curiosities bookshop will host an All Hallows Eve party. Guests may come costumed, and enjoy music, prize drawings, bookmark-making, some light refreshments. 7-9 p.m. Admission is free. 628 S. St. Mary’s St.
Oct. 31
Village at Stone Oak shopping center will host Fall Fest, featuring trick-or-treating at participating retailers, a costume contest, live entertainment, caricature and balloon artists, kids’ crafts, character meet-and-greets, and more. Noon-3 p.m. Admission is free. Village at Stone Oak (near Starbucks), 22610 U.S. 281 N.
Oct. 31
Visitors to the Kuhlman-King Historical Complex will hear tales of famous Boerne ghosts and learn more about the historic structure that dates back to the 1880s. Storytime is offered every hour. Proceeds benefit the Boerne Area Historical Preservation Society. 1-5 p.m. Admission by $10 donation. 402 E. Blanco St., Boerne
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Now through Nov. 2
“Jardín de las Catrinas” blends art, plants, and tradition across the San Antonio Botanical Garden, as visitors get to explore eight larger-than-life catrinas created by local artist Regina Moya. Surrounded by thousands of colorful, living plants and thousands of marigolds, each catrina is inspired by nature, Mexican traditions, and refranes—traditional sayings that share wisdom passed down through generations. Entry with garden admission. 555 Funston Place
Now through Nov. 5
Mission San Jose will have a display of Spanish colonial mission descendents’ family ofrendas (offerings) in a traditional Day of the Dead setting. 6701 San Jose Drive
Oct. 23
Mariposas on the Plaza invites visitors to Main Plaza where they enjoy activities and remember dearly departed loved ones. There will be children’s crafts and face painting, as well as music, food trucks, and a chance to buy a “butterfly,” write a loved one’s name and have it placed with the butterfly to hang it in the downtown plaza. 4-9 p.m. Admission is free ($5 optional butterfly tribute). 115 Main Ave.
Oct. 23
Day of the Dead River Parade offers elaborately decorated parade barges, traditional catrinas and calaveras, floats featuring ofrendas (altars), and costumed riders celebrating life and remembrance. The parade starts at 7 p.m. at Lexington Avenue and ends between Commerce and Houston streets. Viewing along most of the route is free, but there are reserved seating areas with tickets beginning at $19.95.
Oct. 23-25
Day of the Dead San Antonio, a multi-day celebration of Dia de los Muertos, offers three days of music, an artisan market, refreshments, displays of traditional altars created by local community members and kids’ activities. 3-11 p.m. Oct. 23, and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Oct. 24, and noon-8 p.m. Oct. 25. Admission is free. La Villita, 418 Villita St.
Oct. 23-25
Muertos Fest is an annual celebration of Dia de los Muertos traditions. Attendees can expect to see more than 80 handmade community altars, five stages of live music and cultural performances, two candlelit processions, hands-on workshops, and the Muertos Mercado featuring local artisans and food vendors. Sensory-friendly activities will be offered 5-7 p.m. Oct. 23. Muertos Fest is the nation’s biggest free Day of the Dead celebration. 5-11 p.m. Oct. 23, and 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Oct. 24, and noon-9 p.m. Oct. 25. Admission is free. Hemisfair, 600 Hemisfair Plaza Way’
Oct. 24-25
Visitors to Market Square will find Dia de los Muertos celebrated through the display of traditional altars, marigold giveaways, music and more. Plus, there is a cultural dance procession at 1 p.m. each day. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 24-25. Admission is free. 514 W. Commerce St.
Nov. 1
San Anto Cultural Arts will host its annual Dia de los Muertos event, which includes a display of traditional altars and ofrendas made by SACC students, a neighborhood procession, and light refreshments. Activities start at 6 p.m. Admission is free. 2120 El Paso St.
Nov. 1
Esperanza Peace and Justice Center will have its Dia de los Muertos celebration at the Rinconcito de Esperanza. The event will include altars and ofrendas made by community members, live music, and a procession to the Alázan-Apache Courts housing community. Opening event: 4-10 p.m. Admission is free. 816 S. Colorado St. Altars will remain on view 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 2-8. (Additionally, members of MujerArtes Cooperativa de Esperanza will hold their annual Día de los Muertos exhibit and sale of handmade art 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat., Oct. 26.-Nov. 6, at the same site.)
Nov. 1
Pearl will have its annual Dia de los Muertos event, which includes ofrendas (altars) curated by local artists, a community altar, live performances, a catrin and catrina contest, local vendors, and a communal procession that starts after sunset. 5-9 p.m. Admission is free. Pearl Park, 307 Pearl Pkwy.
Nov. 2
Centro Cultural Aztlan celebrates its 49th annual Día de los Muertos with an altares y ofrendas exhibit, honoring loved ones through altars created by local artists and community members. The opening event, 6-9 p.m. is free and open to the public, and will include pan de muerto, and an artisan market. The exhibit will remain on view through Nov. 12. 1800 Fredericksburg Road, Suite 103
Nov. 2
Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center will hold its 30th Dia de los Muertos event, beginning with workshops to learn the tradition of sugar skull decorating and paper flower making. Cultural performances begin at 6 p.m. with a procession and music by Guadalupe’s Mariachi Origen y Tradición followed by “La Vida de los Muertos,” a theatre/dance production by the Guadalupe Dance Co. and Academy. Audience members may bring their own chair. Admission is free. Plaza Guadalupe, 1327 Guadalupe St.
Nov. 2
Carnival de Los Muertos begins with a lantern release at Elmendorf Lake followed by Urban-15 dancers in handmade, illuminated costumes, music, vendors, and the display of glowing banners containing photos of dearly departed loved ones. 6-8:30 p.m. Admission is free. Elmendorf Lake Park, 3700 W. Commerce St.
