Things To Do in San Antonio This Weekend | October 2–4, 2026

October is officially here, and San Antonio is kicking off the month with a full weekend of fall festivals, cultural events, live entertainment, Halloween attractions, family activities, and free things to do.

Whether you're looking for something to do with the kids, planning a night out, or simply want to enjoy the first weekend of October around the city, there are plenty of options from Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Here are some of the events worth checking out this weekend.

Friday, October 2

🎃 Halloween Season Arrives Across San Antonio

October brings the return of several popular Halloween attractions, making this weekend the unofficial start of spooky season.

Halloween at The DoSeum runs throughout October, featuring themed decorations, photo opportunities, BOOgie breaks, and special activities. It takes place at The DoSeum from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with admission listed at $18.

For families who love LEGO, LEGO Brick or Treat returns to LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio beginning October 2. The event includes Halloween-themed builds, the Ghoulish Glow Zone, and a 4D movie experience.

For something a little scarier, Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Antonio begins its 2026 run this weekend, featuring haunted houses, scare zones, nighttime rides, and live entertainment.

🎶 The Fab Four: Beatles' A Hard Day's Night

Beatles fans can head to the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts on Friday evening for The Fab Four, a Beatles tribute celebrating the 60th anniversary of A Hard Day's Night.

📅 Friday, October 2
⏰ 7:30–9:30 p.m.
📍 Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
💵 Tickets start at $33.50

🎭 Little Shop of Horrors

If you're in the mood for a Halloween-season show, Little Shop of Horrors opens at the San Pedro Playhouse on October 2 and continues throughout the month.

The cult-classic musical combines comedy, romance, catchy songs, and a very hungry Venus flytrap.

🌽 Fall Fun and Corn Mazes

October also means pumpkin patches and corn mazes are back.

Corny Maze at Traders Village San Antonio opens October 2 and offers three levels of maze difficulty along with fall activities such as pumpkin painting and duck racing.

📍 Traders Village San Antonio
💵 $9.99

Saturday, October 3

Saturday is packed with some of the weekend's best free and family-friendly events.

🚗 12th Annual Car Show at Historic Market Square

Car enthusiasts can check out classic, vintage, and specialty vehicles at the 12th Annual Car Show at Historic Market Square.

Visitors can also enjoy local vendors and live entertainment.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
📍 Historic Market Square
💵 Free

🦋 Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival

Nature lovers and families can head to Brackenridge Park for the 11th Annual Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival.

Activities include monarch butterfly tagging, educational stations, a Monarch Migration Obstacle Course, a bird-themed maze, plant and tree giveaways, live music, food, and activities from more than 50 educational partners.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Brackenridge Park
💵 Free

🇯🇵 Aki Matsuri

Celebrate Japanese culture and autumn at Aki Matsuri, hosted by the Japan-America Society of San Antonio.

The festival includes bonsai and ikebana displays, Japanese food, cultural performances, J-Pop, cosplay, interactive dancing, and local vendors.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Camargo Park
💵 Free

♿ AccessAbility Fest

The 20th anniversary of AccessAbility Fest takes place Saturday, offering an inclusive community event featuring the abilitySTRONG March, live entertainment, activities, demonstrations, and resources related to education, employment, housing, transportation, recreation, health, and support services.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Travis Park Church
💵 Free

😂 Jo Koy: Koy Meets World Tour

Looking for a night out?

Comedian Jo Koy brings his Koy Meets World Tour to the Frost Bank Center Saturday night.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 8–11 p.m.
📍 Frost Bank Center
💵 Tickets start at $45.25

🩰 Dracula by Ballet Texas

For something completely different, Dracula by Ballet Texas offers a spooky evening of dance inside the Hidden Wonders Ballroom at Natural Bridge Caverns.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 7 p.m.
📍 Natural Bridge Caverns
💵 Tickets start at $64.99

Sunday, October 4

🎨 Painting in the Plaza

Spend Sunday morning getting creative at Painting in the Plaza at La Villita Historic Arts Village.

Local artist Monica Bosch leads a step-by-step painting class designed for all skill levels.

📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 La Villita Historic Arts Village
💵 Free with registration; space is limited.

🦋 National Geographic Live: Chasing Monarchs

Continue the butterfly theme with National Geographic Live: Chasing Monarchs with Jaime Rojo at the Tobin Center.

National Geographic Explorer and photographer Jaime Rojo shares photography and stories about monarch butterflies, their migration, and conservation efforts.

📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 2 p.m.
📍 Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
💵 $34

🎭 Terry Fator: Pure Imagination

Comedy and ventriloquism take center stage Sunday evening when Terry Fator brings his Pure Imagination tour to the Majestic Theatre.

📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 7:30 p.m.
📍 Majestic Theatre
💵 Check the venue for current ticket availability.

🍺 Oktoberfest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

If you're looking for a combination of rides, food, music, and fall festivities, Oktoberfest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas begins October 4.

The event features German-inspired food, beer, entertainment, and family-friendly activities alongside the park's rides and attractions.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best Picks for Families

If you're planning a weekend outing with kids, consider:

• 🦋 Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival
• 🇯🇵 Aki Matsuri
• 🚗 Historic Market Square Car Show
• 🎃 Halloween at The DoSeum
• 🧱 LEGO Brick or Treat
• 🌽 Corny Maze at Traders Village
• 🐘 Zoo Boo! at the San Antonio Zoo
• 🎨 Painting in the Plaza

San Antonio Zoo's Zoo Boo! also begins its October schedule this weekend, offering seasonal decorations, themed activities, treats, and select trick-or-treating opportunities.

💰 Free Things To Do This Weekend

You don't have to spend a lot to enjoy San Antonio this weekend. Some notable free options include:

• 12th Annual Car Show at Historic Market Square
• Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival
• Aki Matsuri
• AccessAbility Fest
• Biker Hot Rod & Low Rider Show
• Boerne Book Festival
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day

Several of these events offer opportunities to enjoy live entertainment, local vendors, educational activities, and outdoor spaces without an admission fee.

🌦️ October 2–4 Weather Reminder

If you're making outdoor plans, keep an eye on the forecast.

San Antonio is coming off a period of heavy rain and flooding concerns this week. A flood watch has been in effect through Friday, with rainfall totals potentially reaching 1–4 inches and isolated higher amounts. Conditions are expected to improve into the weekend, but it's still a good idea to check the latest weather and event updates before heading out.

Event schedules, prices, and weather-related plans can change, so check with the event organizer before leaving home.

🏡 Enjoy Fall in San Antonio

From free cultural festivals and outdoor activities to concerts, comedy shows, Halloween attractions, and seasonal events, San Antonio has plenty happening during the first weekend of October.

Whether you're new to the area, stationed at JBSA, or have called San Antonio home for years, October is a great time to get out and experience more of what the city has to offer.

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Event details were checked against current listings available October 1, 2026. Always confirm times, admission prices, registration requirements, and weather-related changes directly with organizers before attending.