Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend of November 8, 2024

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend of November 8, 2024

Our top picks for Things to do in San Antonio this weekend with kids of November 8

Check out the full list below!


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Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend

Miss Anastasia’s Wild and Wacky Pre-Weekend Twiglet Storytime!

Young and old, you are welcome to Miss Anastasia’s Wild and Wacky Pre-Weekend Twiglet Storytime!

Head over to The Twig Bookshop for a morning of fun storytime and a creative craft.

When: Friday, November 8, 2024 | 10:30 am – 11 am

Family Day at Ruby City

Family Day at Ruby City

Image credit: Ruby City Facebook

Moms, dads, and kids will have a blast at Ruby City’s Family Day. You’re in for a day of art projects and performances led by San Antonio artists and art organizations. The projects will be inspired by its current exhibitions.

Participants will have light bites and drinks, such as popcorn, fruit cups, and raspas.

When: Saturday, November 9, 2024 | 10 am – 1 pm
Where ​Ruby City, 150 Camp St, San Antonio, TX 78204
How much: Free


Fun Kids Activities on Friday

Annual Fall Festival 2024 @ Pedrotti’s Ranch

Annual Fall Festival 2024 @ Pedrotti's Ranch

Image credit: Pedrotti’s Ranch Facebook

Feel the fall vibes at Pedrotti’s Annual Fall Festival! Family and friends can enjoy live music, a thrilling Live Rodeo, and plenty more cool stuff.

People of all ages can take part in the Kid’s Zones activities, like face painting, indoor inflatables, a petting zoo, and a pumpkin patch.

When: Friday, November 8, 2024 | 6 pm
How much: Starts at $10

Zoo Salutes Presented by USAA

For the whole month of November, active duty, retired, veteran members of the military, National Guard, and reserves get free admission to the San Antonio Zoo. Plus, up to four immediate family members get 50% off Any Day Tickets. Just show your Military ID at the front gate.

So, this is the best time to visit the Zoo! Spend your family days seeing cool critters, and marvelous mammals, and learning all about the different animals inhabiting the zoo.

When: Friday, November 8, 2024 | Until November 30, 2024
Where: San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212


Best Kids Activities on Saturday

The Light Park

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend

Image credit: The Light Park Facebook

Start celebrating the holiday season today! Hop in the car and cruise through millions of dazzling lights. Watch in awe as these dance to the rhythm of festive tunes played by DJ Polar Ice.

When you get to the end, you can fill up tasty treats and refreshing drinks.

When: Saturday, November 9, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 11 pm | Until January 5, 2025
Where: Retama Park, 1 Retama Pkwy, Selma, TX 78154
How much: Starts at $29/vehicle


Robotics Day at the Science Mill

Step into the future and see first-hand the talent of these youngsters in robotics.

Join the special robotics activities and meet the first Robotics competition teams from across central Texas, as well as guest speakers in STEM careers.

When: Saturday, November 9, 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm | November 9 & 16, 2024
Where: Science Mill, 101 S Lady Bird Ln, Johnson City, TX 78636
How much: $8-$12; Free for members and LBJ Middle School students


Fall Fun @ Graff 7A Ranch

Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend

Image credit: graff7aranch.com

Take everyone to Graff 7A Ranch for Fall Fun! They’ll have everything and more you’ll ever want this fall season.

People of all ages will enjoy thrilling activities like hayrides, the MatterCorn Slide Mountain, Cowboy Ken’s Kiddie Korral, Hay Bale Jump, Expression Swings, Photo Props, and so much more!

When: Saturday, November 9, 2024 | 10 am – 10 pm | November 23, 2024
Where: Graff 7A Ranch, 911 US-90, Hondo, TX 78861
How much: $17.20-$19.76


San Antonio Veterans Day Parade

The people line the streets of Downtown San Antonio to catch a glimpse of the brave men and women who have served the country.

With the Honorable Brigadier General Randy P. Oakland and the Honorable Representative Josey Garcia as parade grand marshalls, the San Antonio Veterans Day Parade will start at Milam Park and travel down historic Houston Street.

When: Saturday, November 9, 2023 | 12 nn
Where: Starts at Milam Park, 500 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78207


Top Family Activities on Sunday

STEAM Sunday: Web Wonders

Take the kiddies to the Witte Museum this Sunday to learn all about spiders!

This interactive workshop is inspired by the special exhibition Spiders and explores the weird and interesting world of these amazing arachnid creatures. You’ll learn how the different species survive in their environments.

When: Sunday, November 10, 2024 | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: $8 for non-members; $6 for members


Santa’s Ranch

It may be November, but Santa Claus is in town! Family and friends can enjoy one of the best holiday light exhibitions in Texas.
 
Drive through over a mile of country roads decorated with 2.5 million lights and animated holiday displays. At the end of the road, have some homemade hot chocolate, kettle corn, and more.
 
When: Sunday, November 10, 2024 | Times vary | Until January 4, 2025
Where: Santa’s Ranch, 9561 I-35, New Braunfels, TX 78130
How Much: Starts at $37/vehicle

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