11 family Halloween events near San Antonio with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 5 towns. The earliest to open is Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Antonio, on September 11. 5 list free admission.
Family event
San Antonio, TX
The botanical garden's annual morning Halloween event for families, with costumed kids exploring the gardens and seasonal activities.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 17, 2026
- Hours
- 9am–1pm
- Price
- Included with Garden admission
Family event
Boerne, TX
Free city Halloween festival at the Patrick Heath Public Library with trick-or-treating, crafts, bounce houses, carnival games and costume contests for kids, adults and pets.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
- Hours
- 4pm–7pm
- Price
- Free
Family event
San Antonio, TX
Indoor LEGO attraction's Halloween month with minifigure monster décor, a monster hunt through Miniland, themed building and a Halloween 4D film for young kids.
- When
- Oct 1–31, 2026
- Price
- Included with admission
Family event
New Braunfels, TX
City-run downtown trick-or-treat night where local businesses, police, fire and city departments hand out treats along the streets around Main Plaza.
- When
- Thursday, Oct 29, 2026
- Hours
- 5pm–7pm
- Price
- Free
Family event
San Antonio, TX
The children's museum turns October into a month-long Halloween party with decorated galleries, costume wear, dance breaks, weekly themed activities and a sensory-friendly night.
- When
- Every day in October 2026
- Price
- Included with admission
Family event
San Antonio, TX
Seasonal Día de los Muertos exhibition with eight giant Catrina figures and thousands of marigolds placed throughout the botanical garden.
- When
- Sept 15 – Nov 2, 2026
- Price
- Included with Garden admission
Theme park event
San Antonio, TX
Daytime not-so-scary Halloween at SeaWorld with trick-or-treating, a Spookley pumpkin maze, kid-friendly Halloween shows and character meet-and-greets.
- When
- Select dates, Sept 11 – Nov 1, 2026
- Price
- Included with park admission
Theme park event
San Antonio, TX
Daytime, no-fear Halloween weekends at the theme park for younger kids, with trick-or-treat stops, family shows and seasonal décor before the nighttime scares begin.
- When
- Saturdays & Sundays, Sept 12 – Nov 1, 2026
Fall festival
Cibolo, TX
Cibolo's free annual city festival with a kids' carnival, train and pony rides, petting zoo, an afternoon-to-evening music lineup and a fireworks finale.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 17, 2026
- Hours
- Noon–10pm
- Price
- Free entry; $10 carnival wristband
Fall festival
Selma, TX
Free weekend fall festival outside the Selma dance hall with a pumpkin patch, local vendors, food and live music for families.
- When
- Oct 9–11, 2026
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
San Antonio, TX
One of the country's biggest Día de los Muertos festivals, filling Hemisfair with community altars, a procession, music, art and food over three days.
- When
- Oct 23–25, 2026
- Hours
- Fri 5pm–11pm, Sat 10am–11pm, Sun noon–9pm
- Price
- Free
Quick Answers
What family Halloween events are open near San Antonio in 2026?
BOOtanica at San Antonio Botanical Garden, Boerne Boo!, Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio, Cibolofest, Downtown Spooktacular, Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch at Blue Bonnet Palace, and 5 more. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do family Halloween events open near San Antonio in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Antonio on September 11, 2026.
What Halloween events near San Antonio are not scary at all?
BOOtanica at San Antonio Botanical Garden, Boerne Boo!, Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio, Cibolofest, Downtown Spooktacular, Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch at Blue Bonnet Palace, and 4 more are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Are there free family Halloween events near San Antonio?
Yes: Boerne Boo!, Cibolofest, Downtown Spooktacular, Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch at Blue Bonnet Palace and Muertos Fest list free admission on the official site.