San Antonio, TX, October 22, 2025
News Summary
This weekend, San Antonio will host a variety of Halloween and fall events, featuring cultural festivals, live music, and family activities. Key attractions include a mile-long light display at Traders Village and special programs at SeaWorld and Six Flags. Concerts and pet adoption events will create a lively atmosphere throughout the city. Many activities are free, making it easy for everyone to get into the spirit of the season.
San Antonio — A wide range of Halloween and fall events is scheduled across San Antonio for the weekend of October 24–26, 2025, offering light displays, family activities, cultural festivals, live music, pet adoptions, theme-park scares, and several special-ticket concerts and dinners. Major attractions include a mile-long synchronized light trail at Traders Village, Día de los Muertos observances and markets, seasonal offerings at SeaWorld and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and a high-profile concert at the Alamodome.
Overview
The calendar for the October 24–26 weekend features both free and ticketed options for families, adults, music fans, and pet adopters. Events run across the city from public parks and plazas to private venues and theme parks. Several multi-day activities begin October 24 and continue into the first days of November, while key single-day events are concentrated on October 25 and 26.
Major highlights
Traders Village launches “Enchanted Lights,” a mile-long trail of synchronized lights and Halloween characters, running October 24 – November 1, 2025. SeaWorld San Antonio and Six Flags Fiesta Texas will operate seasonal Halloween programs that include family-friendly and darker attractions. The Alamodome will host a major concert on the evening of October 25. Multiple Día de los Muertos events and community festivals provide free cultural programming across downtown and neighborhood locations.
Event listings and key details
Traders Village launches “Enchanted Lights,” a Halloween spectacle featuring a mile-long trail of synchronized lights and Halloween characters.
When: October 24 – November 1, 2025, from 7 PM to 10:30 PM
Where: 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
Cost: $36.95 per vehicle; $99.95 for a season pass.
Natural Bridge Caverns offers free admission to the Amazen’ Ranch Round-Up for those in family-friendly costumes with activities like trick-or-treating, live music, and a mini hay maze.
When: October 24 – November 1, 2025
Where: 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266
Cost: Free.
The Dojo for the Damned provides themed cocktails and bites, with new themes weekly.
When: October 24 – 31, 2025
Where: 5531 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249
Cost: Free entry.
Every Friday, enjoy live mariachi music from Mariachi Azteca de América at Hotel Contessa.
When: Every Friday from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM, October 24 – December 26, 2025
Where: 306 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Cost: Free.
Attend the 8th Annual Texas Veterans Fair for resource access for service members and families, including complimentary meals.
When: October 25, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 1 PM
Where: 202 Connelly St, San Antonio, TX 78203
Cost: Free.
Dia de los Muertos Night Market features local artisan vendors and access to the parade.
When: October 25, 2025, from 6 PM – 9 PM
Where: Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk, 123 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Cost: Free.
Dogtober Adoption & Foster Fall Festival is a two-day event with over 200 adoptable pets, pumpkin patch, and pet costume contests.
When: October 25-26, 2025
Where: City Of San Antonio Animal Care Services, 4710 TX-151, San Antonio, TX 78227
Cost: Free.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with altars and professional face painting at Historic Market Square.
When: October 25-26, 2025
Where: 514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78207
Cost: Free.
Brackenridge Park Conservancy hosts a fishing event with a chance to catch and win prizes.
When: October 25, 2025, from 9 AM – 1 PM
Where: 3700 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78209
Cost: Free.
Experience Muertos Fest at Hemisfair with altar exhibitions and live performances.
When: October 25-26, 2025
Where: Hemisfair, San Antonio, TX 78205
Cost: Free.
The Halloween-themed Pumpkin Patch at The Rim includes activities like pumpkin carving stations.
When: October 24 – November 2, 2025
Where: 17703 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78257
Cost: $8 – $10 for adults; free for kids 16 and under.
The Listeso String Quartet performs spooky Halloween-inspired music at The Josephine Theatre.
When: October 24-25, 2025
Where: 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio, TX 78212
Cost: Starts at $52.
SeaWorld San Antonio features a “not-so-scary” Halloween adventure with themed activities.
When: October 24 – November 2, 2025
Cost: Varies; check website for details.
Paul McCartney performs live at the Alamodome.
When: October 25, 2025, at 8 PM
Where: 100 Montana St, San Antonio, TX 78203
Cost: Starts at $84.
The interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre at The Emily Morgan San Antonio.
When: October 25, 2025, from 6 PM – 9 PM
Cost: $68.99.
Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas runs with haunted mazes, scare zones, and live scares.
When: October 25 – November 2, 2025
Cost: Starts at $30.
Oktoberfest at Six Flags Fiesta featuring live music and German food.
When: October 25-26, 2025
Cost: Starts at $30.
What to expect and practical notes
Many events are free and family-focused, while others require paid admission or advance tickets. Several activities operate on multi-day schedules, so attendees can choose a date that fits their plans. Travelers planning to attend the Paul McCartney concert or paid attractions should confirm availability and purchase tickets in advance. Outdoor events may be spread across downtown, parks, and suburban venues, so plan for travel time and parking where appropriate.
Accessibility and safety
Event organizers generally list accessibility details and safety guidelines through their own channels; attendees are advised to check venue-specific information for accessibility accommodations, bag policies, and hours. For child-friendly events, some organizers specify costume guidance or supervised trick-or-treating zones.
FAQ
When is Traders Village Enchanted Lights?
When: October 24 – November 1, 2025, from 7 PM to 10:30 PM
Where is Traders Village Enchanted Lights?
Where: 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
What is the cost for Traders Village Enchanted Lights?
Cost: $36.95 per vehicle; $99.95 for a season pass.
When is Amazen’ Ranch Round-Up at Natural Bridge Caverns?
When: October 24 – November 1, 2025
Where is Amazen’ Ranch Round-Up at Natural Bridge Caverns?
Where: 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266
What is the cost for Amazen’ Ranch Round-Up at Natural Bridge Caverns?
Cost: Free.
When is The Dojo for the Damned running?
When: October 24 – 31, 2025
Where is The Dojo for the Damned?
Where: 5531 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249
What is the entry cost for The Dojo for the Damned?
Cost: Free entry.
When is Mariachi Azteca de América performing at Hotel Contessa?
When: Every Friday from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM, October 24 – December 26, 2025
Where is Hotel Contessa located?
Where: 306 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
What is the cost to attend the Mariachi performances at Hotel Contessa?
Cost: Free.
When is the 8th Annual Texas Veterans Fair?
When: October 25, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 1 PM
Where is the 8th Annual Texas Veterans Fair?
Where: 202 Connelly St, San Antonio, TX 78203
What is the cost for the 8th Annual Texas Veterans Fair?
Cost: Free.
When is the Dia de los Muertos Night Market?
When: October 25, 2025, from 6 PM – 9 PM
Where is the Dia de los Muertos Night Market?
Where: Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk, 123 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205
What is the cost for the Dia de los Muertos Night Market?
Cost: Free.
When is Dogtober Adoption & Foster Fall Festival?
When: October 25-26, 2025
Where is Dogtober Adoption & Foster Fall Festival?
Where: City Of San Antonio Animal Care Services, 4710 TX-151, San Antonio, TX 78227
What is the cost for Dogtober Adoption & Foster Fall Festival?
Cost: Free.
When is Día de los Muertos at Historic Market Square?
When: October 25-26, 2025
Where is Día de los Muertos at Historic Market Square?
Where: 514 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78207
What is the cost for Día de los Muertos at Historic Market Square?
Cost: Free.
When is the Brackenridge Park Conservancy fishing event?
When: October 25, 2025, from 9 AM – 1 PM
Where is the Brackenridge Park Conservancy fishing event?
Where: 3700 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78209
What is the cost for the Brackenridge Park Conservancy fishing event?
Cost: Free.
When is Muertos Fest at Hemisfair?
When: October 25-26, 2025
Where is Muertos Fest at Hemisfair?
Where: Hemisfair, San Antonio, TX 78205
What is the cost for Muertos Fest at Hemisfair?
Cost: Free.
When is The Halloween-themed Pumpkin Patch at The Rim?
When: October 24 – November 2, 2025
Where is The Halloween-themed Pumpkin Patch at The Rim?
Where: 17703 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78257
What is the cost for The Halloween-themed Pumpkin Patch at The Rim?
Cost: $8 – $10 for adults; free for kids 16 and under.
When is The Listeso String Quartet at The Josephine Theatre?
When: October 24-25, 2025
Where is The Listeso String Quartet performing?
Where: 339 W Josephine St, San Antonio, TX 78212
What is the cost for The Listeso String Quartet performance?
Cost: Starts at $52.
When is SeaWorld San Antonio’s “not-so-scary” Halloween adventure?
When: October 24 – November 2, 2025
What is the cost for SeaWorld San Antonio’s “not-so-scary” Halloween adventure?
Cost: Varies; check website for details.
When is Paul McCartney performing at the Alamodome?
When: October 25, 2025, at 8 PM
Where is Paul McCartney performing?
Where: 100 Montana St, San Antonio, TX 78203
What is the cost for Paul McCartney at the Alamodome?
Cost: Starts at $84.
When is the interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre at The Emily Morgan San Antonio?
When: October 25, 2025, from 6 PM – 9 PM
What is the cost for the interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre at The Emily Morgan San Antonio?
Cost: $68.99.
When is Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas?
When: October 25 – November 2, 2025
What is the cost for Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas?
Cost: Starts at $30.
When is Oktoberfest at Six Flags Fiesta?
When: October 25-26, 2025
What is the cost for Oktoberfest at Six Flags Fiesta?
Cost: Starts at $30.
Key features table
| Event | When | Where | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traders Village “Enchanted Lights” | October 24 – November 1, 2025, 7 PM – 10:30 PM | 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242 | $36.95 per vehicle; $99.95 season pass |
| Amazen’ Ranch Round-Up (Natural Bridge Caverns) | October 24 – November 1, 2025 | 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266 | Free |
| SeaWorld San Antonio “not-so-scary” Halloween | October 24 – November 2, 2025 | SeaWorld San Antonio | Varies |
| Paul McCartney at Alamodome | October 25, 2025, at 8 PM | 100 Montana St, San Antonio, TX 78203 | Starts at $84 |
Event timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| October 24 – November 1, 2025, 7 PM – 10:30 PM | Traders Village “Enchanted Lights” | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 24 – November 1, 2025 | Amazen’ Ranch Round-Up (Natural Bridge Caverns) | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 25, 2025, 9:30 AM – 1 PM | 8th Annual Texas Veterans Fair | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 25, 2025, 8 PM | Paul McCartney at the Alamodome | Scheduled / Event listing |
| October 25-26, 2025 | Dogtober Adoption & Foster Fall Festival; Muertos Fest at Hemisfair; Día de los Muertos at Historic Market Square | Scheduled / Event listing |
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