Kids Activities in San Antonio this Weekend of December 13, 2024
Our top picks for Things to do in San Antonio this weekend with kids of December 13
- Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend: Museum Reach River Lights
- Fun Kids Activities on Friday: Zoo Lights
- Best Kids Activities on Saturday: Big Day of Play
- Top Family Activities on Sunday: Brunch with Santa
Check out the full list below!
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Free Family Events in San Antonio this Weekend
Eat & Play
Friends and families are invited to Eat & Play at Travis Park! Everyone will have a great time with a variety of food trucks, music, and lots of fun activities.
When: Friday, December 13, 2024 | 11 am – 2 pm | Every 2nd Friday of the month
Where: Travis Park, 301 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Free
Elf on Will’s Plaza
No matter how you are, Elf will always be the perfect holiday movie to watch. Head over to Will’s Plaza to catch this hilariously heart-warming Christmas classic on the big screen.
Wear something warm, bring blankets and chairs, and have a lovely movie night with the family.
When: Friday, December 13, 2024 | 7 pm
Where: Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza on The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free
Holiday Open House
The Ecumenical Center is inviting you for a day of festive fun! Santa will visit and you can get a professional family portrait taken with him, as well as enjoy a holiday movie, crafts, and a doughnut and hot cocoa station.
When: Friday, December 13, 2024 | 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Where: The Ecumenical Center, 8310 Ewing Halsell Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229
How much: Free
Museum Reach River Lights
Image credit: Helton San Antonio River Nature Park Facebook
Be filled with magic when you go to the Museum Reach River of Lights. Families will have fun with slides, festive lights, live performances, and holiday treats.
More than that, you can take photos with Santa, meet Christmas donkeys, and decorate cookies.
When: Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 4 pm – 8 pm
Where: Museum Reach of the River Walk, Unnamed Road, San Antonio, TX 78215
How much: Free
San Antonio’s Largest Holiday Gift Market
Still have some people you need to buy Christmas gifts for? Head over to Hemisfair for the state’s largest holiday gift market.
Shop a wide variety of unique vendors and you will definitely find the perfect gifts for your loved ones.
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15, 2024 | 10 pm – 2 pm
Where: Civic Park at Hemisfair, 210 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free
6th Annual Nightmare Before Christmas Bash
Christmas is right around the corner but that doesn’t mean you have to let go of Halloween just yet. This three-day event blends two of the greatest holidays to ever exist!
The Nightmare Before Christmas Bash has indoor shopping by small businesses, a Burton Ball, coloring stations, a screening room, and more!
Get in the Halloween vibe and get in costume. You just might win the costume contests!
Traders Village Christmas
Image credit: Traders Village San Antonio Facebook
Take the family to Traders Village to meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus! You don’t even have to spend a dime. You don’t need to buy photopackages. You can use your phone to capture these memories.
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15, 2023 | 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm | December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 2024
Where: Traders Village, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
How much: Free; $6 parking
Fun Kids Activities on Friday
Zoo Lights
Powered by CPS Energy, Zoo Lights kicks off this weekend and transforms the San Antonio Zoo into a bright, twinkling winter wonderland.
Listen to festive music as you ogle at the dazzling lights and whimsical displays. The Holiday Express will take you on a journey across magical realms, like Water Wonderland, Starry Safari, and Peppermint Path – all on top of the zoo’s already amazing population of marvelous and majestic creatures.
In each realm, you’ll meet characters, indulge in treats, and participate in activities for all ages.
No need to splurge separately from your standard ticket or membership to enjoy all the San Antonio Zoo has to offer, but you may want to budget extra for pictures with Santa, s’mores, and other optional activities.
Ground parking near the zoo fills up quickly, so you may want to opt for the parking garage or under Loop 281 and plan to walk.
When: Friday, December 6, 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm | December 31, 2024
Where: San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Included with admission; Free for members
Best Kids Activities on Saturday
Breakfast with Santa and Special Green Guest
Your morning is about to become a bit more special with Mr. Claus and a special green guest!
On top of a delicious breakfast buffet, you’ll get to take family photos with holiday photos, a cookie decorating station, fun holiday music, holiday coloring pages, and a special festive party favor per child!
PJs or festive attire are encouraged but not required.
Where: Hard Rock Cafe, 111 W Crockett St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: $25.65-$38.48
Big Day of Play
Image credit: The DoSeum New Facebook
Families are in for a sweet holiday at The DoSeum!
This year’s Big Day of Play will have a bunch of hands-on activities like making a gingerbread village, creating shrink-tastic ornaments, making slime, and crafting a candy cane!
Where: The DoSeum, 2800 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
How much: Free with admission
Santa’s Railroad Wonderland
The entire Texas Transportation Museum will be decorated for the Christmas season! From the trains to the historic depot will be oozing with holiday vibes.
You can grab some hot chocolate and snacks then take a stroll through the garden railroad or hop aboard the train and head to Wallaceville. There, elves are taking over while Santa makes a special stop at the museum.
Where: Texas Transportation Museum, 11731 Wetmore Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247
How much: Free – $12
Top Family Activities on Sunday
Brunch with Santa
Image credit: Chicken N Pickle – San Antonio Facebook
Chicken N Pickle’s Sunday brunch is more festive today because Santa is in town! Enjoy a yummy brunch menu and take cute holiday photos with the Big Man in Red.
When: Sunday, December 15, 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm
Where: Chicken N Pickle, 1240 N Greenwich Rd, Wichita, KS 67206
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