San Antonio, October 12, 2025
News Summary
San Antonio is preparing for a vibrant Halloween season with numerous events scheduled throughout the city from late September to early November. Families and adults alike can enjoy a variety of festivities, including drive-thru light shows, haunted attractions, and safe trick-or-treating. With events spread mostly throughout October and different activities aimed at all age groups, residents and visitors are encouraged to check in with event organizers for any updates on details and admission policies.
San Antonio
San Antonio will host a broad slate of Halloween events across parks, attractions and neighborhoods from September through early November 2025. Major family-oriented activities, community festivities, and nighttime events for adults are scheduled across the city, with most events concentrated in October. Residents and visitors can choose from drive‑thru light shows, haunted attractions, costumed runs, and safe trick‑or‑treating options. Confirm specifics with event organizers before attending, as details and admission policies may change.
Key events and dates
The following highlights summarize scheduled Halloween events in San Antonio for 2025, with dates, locations and primary features listed for easy planning.
Corny Maze + Enchanted Lights Halloween Park Light Show
When: September 19 – November 1, 2025
Where: Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio
Includes a mile-long drive-thru light show with synchronized lights, a 10-acre corn maze, a petting zoo, carnival games, food concessions, and a pumpkin patch.
Zoo Boo at San Antonio Zoo
When: September 20 – October 31, 2025
Where: 3903 N St Mary’s St
Features free trick-or-treating for kids, themed decorations and activities, including a Halloween costume contest for dogs.
Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Antonio
When: September 26 – November 2, 2025
Where: 10500 SeaWorld Dr
Family-friendly activities include in-park trick-or-treating, a hay maze, and celebrations of DÃa de los Muertos.
BOOtanica at San Antonio Botanical Garden
When: October 15 – 16, 2025
Where: 555 Funston Pl
Features trick-or-treating and activity stations focused on native plants.
Morgan’s Wonderland Halloween Bash
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, September 27 – October 31, 2025
Where: 5223 David Edwards Dr
Offers family-friendly activities and costume contests.
Natural Bridge Caverns Festival
When: Every Saturday and Sunday in October 2025
Includes Halloween-themed decorations, hay mazes, and live music.
Tower of the Americas Halloween Celebration
When: October 31, 2025
Where: 739 E César E. Chávez Blvd
Free event with pumpkin painting, bounce houses, and a costume contest.
Trick or Treat on the Trail at Brackenridge Park
When: October 24, 2025
Free event allowing a safe trick-or-treating environment.
Halloween Jeep Parade at Retama Park
When: October 11, 2025
A free event with over 80 decorated jeeps giving out candy.
Horror Section at Be Kind & Rewind
When: October 3 – November 1, 2025
Free entry on Sundays to Thursdays, themed cocktails, and nightlife parties.
Halloween Bar Crawl
When: October 31 & November 1, 2025
Starts at The Lucky Duck with free shots and drink specials.
Interactive Haunted Paranormal Show at Tobin Center
When: October 28, 2025
Features ghost story presentations by paranormal investigators.
Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
When: October 4 – November 2, 2025
New haunted mazes and thrill rides operate after dark.
High Tea with Ghosts at Sisters Grimm Oddities Parlor
When: October 17 – 18, 2025
Includes a haunted high tea experience before a cemetery tour.
HalloWine Run
When: October 25, 2025
Features a running course with Halloween treats and drinks post-race.
Baby Shark 10th Anniversary Celebration at SeaWorld
When: October 10 – November 2, 2025
Features special shows and activities for kids.
Overall, events span a gradual transition from fall activities into full Halloween programming. Event admission and pricing vary—some activities are included in park admission while others have separate fees or free entry on specified days. Verify schedules and ticketing with organizers before attending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates and location for Corny Maze + Enchanted Lights Halloween Park Light Show?
When: September 19 – November 1, 2025
Where: Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio
What are the dates and location for Zoo Boo at San Antonio Zoo?
When: September 20 – October 31, 2025
Where: 3903 N St Mary’s St
What are the dates and location for Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Antonio?
When: September 26 – November 2, 2025
Where: 10500 SeaWorld Dr
When is BOOtanica at San Antonio Botanical Garden?
When: October 15 – 16, 2025
Where: 555 Funston Pl
When and where is Morgan’s Wonderland Halloween Bash?
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, September 27 – October 31, 2025
Where: 5223 David Edwards Dr
What are the dates for Horror Section at Be Kind & Rewind?
When: October 3 – November 1, 2025
Free entry on Sundays to Thursdays
When is the Halloween Bar Crawl?
When: October 31 & November 1, 2025
Starts at The Lucky Duck with free shots and drink specials.
Key features of listed events
| Event | When | Where | Main highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corny Maze + Enchanted Lights Halloween Park Light Show | September 19 – November 1, 2025 | Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio | Mile-long drive-thru light show; 10-acre corn maze; petting zoo; pumpkin patch |
| Zoo Boo at San Antonio Zoo | September 20 – October 31, 2025 | 3903 N St Mary’s St | Free trick-or-treating for kids; dog costume contest |
| Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Antonio | September 26 – November 2, 2025 | 10500 SeaWorld Dr | In-park trick-or-treating; hay maze; DÃa de los Muertos |
| Horror Section at Be Kind & Rewind | October 3 – November 1, 2025 | Nightlife venues | Free entry Sun–Thu; themed cocktails; nightlife parties |
Event timeline (date/time, event, status/source)
| Date / Range | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| September 19 – November 1, 2025 | Corny Maze + Enchanted Lights Halloween Park Light Show | Scheduled / Event listing |
| September 20 – October 31, 2025 | Zoo Boo at San Antonio Zoo | Scheduled / Event listing |
| September 26 – November 2, 2025 | Spooktacular at SeaWorld San Antonio | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 3 – November 1, 2025 | Horror Section at Be Kind & Rewind | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 4 – November 2, 2025 | Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 10 – November 2, 2025 | Baby Shark 10th Anniversary Celebration at SeaWorld | Scheduled / Event listing |
Event distribution by month (number of listed events)
Note: Counts reflect the 16 listed events and their date ranges as reported; several events span multiple months. Always verify event dates, times and admission requirements with organizers before attending.
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Additional Resources
- News 4 San Antonio
- Wikipedia: San Antonio Halloween
- KSAT News
- Google Search: San Antonio Halloween festivals
- KENS 5
- Google Scholar: San Antonio festivals
- San Antonio Express-News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween San Antonio
- Austinot
- Google News: Austin Halloween events
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