Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend of October 11 Include Caverns Bat Fest, Star Party & more!

Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend of October 11, 2024

Our top picks for Things to do in San Antonio this weekend of October 11

Check out the full list below! 


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Free Events in San Antonio this Weekend

A movie for all seasons, Maleficent starring Angeline Jolie will be playing on the Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza.
 
Watch her find what true love really means in a world full of betrayal, royalty, and magic.
 
When: Friday, October 11, 2024 | 6:30 pm
How Much: Free

Frost Electronics Recycling

Something to do that’s free and helps the environment? The Frost Electronics Recycling event is doing things right.

Look through your homes for electronics and appliances you don’t need or use and bring them over to the Frost Colonnade Financial Center. They’re calling you to dispose of things like printers, computers, small appliances, and miscellaneous wires.

This is your chance to clean your house and do something good for the world.

When: Friday, October 11, 2024 | 10 am – 12 pm
How Much: Free

Super Fun Saturday with H-E-B: Harvest Fest

Things to do in San Antonio this weekend

Image credit: Hemisfair Facebook

The last Super Fun Saturday with H-E-B of the year is here and it’s going to be a big one!

This Harvest Fest celebrates the fall season with some family fun! There’s going to have free entertainment and activities like exploring the butterfly immigration pattern, a mini pumpkin patch, tasty treats, and fall craft activities.

When: Saturday, October 12, 2024, 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Hemisfair, 434 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How much: Free to join


Movie in the Park – Addams Family Values

Grab a blanket and get comfortable on the lawn as you watch a spooky season classic– Addams Family Values!

You can bring your snacks or buy some onsite.

When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 6:50 pm; Movie starts at sunset

How Much: Free


Caverns Bat Fest

Caverns Bat Fest

Image credit: Natural Bridge Caverns (naturalbridgecaverns.com)

This Halloween season, take the whole family to the Natural Bridge Caverns to have some fall fun!

Every weekend this month, check out a bunch of free and exciting activities like a mini-hay maze, dressing a scarecrow, a scavenger hunt, live performances, photo ops, and so much more.

And when you wear a family-friendly costume, you get free admission to the AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up.

When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 10 pm | Every weekend this month
How Much: Free
Head over to the Historic Pearl and support local artists and businesses. Spend your Sunday exploring over 40 artisans and makers and check out their culinary-inspired wares.
 
When: Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm | Every Sunday
How Much: Free to attend

Things to do in San Antonio this Weekend – Friday

Halloween Flashlight Cemetery Tour

Things to do in San Antonio this weekend

Image credit: Curious Twins Paranormal & Ghost Tours Facebook

Do the ultimate Halloween activity this weekend and explore one of the oldest operating cemeteries in San Antonio.
 
Listen to the stories of the past and learn fun and strange facts about the city’s history.
 
With the supplies provided, you’ll also have the opportunity to ghost hunt and communicate with spirits at the end of the tour.
 
Get your tickets now and have a scary and fun night.
 
When: Friday, October 11, 2024 | 6:30 pm
How Much: $25

San Antonio Pumpkin Festival Powered by Geoji

Have an unforgettable fall experience at the San Antonio Pumpkin Festival! Get ready for a train ride through an Alamo replica, a whimsical carousel, a huge corn pit, dozens of attractions, and course, pumpkins!

When: Friday, October 11, 2024 | 10 am | Until October 27, 2024

How much: $22


Bourbon, Beer, and Board Games

Unwind at Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling with board games, drinks, and great company.

For a good time, call your friends or family, choose a game from their “library” (or bring your own), and grab some craft brews or bourbon. Remember to bring your game faces too!

When: Friday, October 11, 2024 | 5 pm – 9 pm

Free and Cheap Events in San Antonio this Weekend – Saturday

Family Art Workshop: Paintopia

Dedicate this Saturday to unleashing your creativity with family.

Take them to the San Antonio Botanical Garden to make a one-of-a-kind piece of Huntopia. You’ll sketch and paint one of the unique sculptures in the exhibition. After that, you’ll get to take your creation home and proudly display it.

Before or after the class, you can enjoy the Huntopia exhibition.

When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 7 pm
How Much: $17 for non-member adult; $12 for member adult; $13 for non-member child; $10 for member child

Star Party

Join the party and look at the stars. The San Antonio Astronomical Association (SAAA) is inviting you to bask in the magic of the night sky and marvel at the twinkling lights in the sky.

This is a great opportunity to engage with experts and learn about celestial objects.

You can bring your own telescope or binoculars or borrow one of the SAAA’s gear. You can also pack a blanket and folding chairs to get comfy.

When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 7 pm – 9 pm
How Much: Entrance fee to Natural Area: $6; Free activity

Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend – Sunday

Immersive Tea Dinner Party

Immersive Tea Dinner Party

Image credit: Gardopia Gardens Facebook

Have a delicious meal and learn something along the way. Gardopia Gardens is hosting an immersive tea dinner party that features an educational plant course, a garden tour, a great dinner, a tea blending course, live jazz, and bottomless tea.
 
Get your tickets now for an elegant afternoon.
 
When: Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 5 pm – 7 pm
How Much: $50

Sunday Brunch Buffet & Bingo

Have a delicious and fun Sunday at Chicken N Pickle! Indulge in a yummy brunch buffet and play a fun game of Bingo!
 
When: Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm | Every Sunday
How Much: Adults Brunch Buffet: $20.99; Kids Brunch Buffet: $9.99; Free Bingo

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