San Antonio, October 15, 2025
News Summary
San Antonio is vibrantly celebrating fall with a diverse array of harvest festivals, markets, and family-oriented activities. From early September through November, the city hosts cultural celebrations, music festivals, and seasonal attractions. Key events include the Boerne Handmade Market, Muertos Fest, and annual traditions that cater to various interests and emphasize community connections. The mild weather ensures that many activities can be enjoyed outdoors. Visitors are encouraged to check event calendars for specific dates and ticket requirements.
San Antonio
Fall in San Antonio is characterized by a sense of community connection through various harvest festivals and neighborhood fairs. The city and surrounding communities host a dense calendar of markets, cultural festivals, family activities and seasonal attractions from early September through November. Mild weather averaging around 75 degrees makes most events suitable for outdoor attendance.
Immediate highlights and dates
Major weekend draws include neighborhood markets, cultural celebrations and music festivals. The Boerne Handmade Market features over 100 Texas makers at Nineteen:Ten church on Saturday, November 22, from 9 am to 4 pm. The Muertos Fest is scheduled for October 25-26 from 10 am to 11 pm (Saturday) and noon to 9 pm (Sunday), with over 100 vendors, live performances, and ofrendas honoring community members.
The region’s larger annual events include the San Antonio’s 39th Annual Gruene Music and Wine Festival from October 9-12, starting with a kickoff party featuring tastings from Texas wineries and craft breweries. Other ticketed and free events span a variety of interests: food-focused gatherings, arts festivals and family-oriented fall programming.
Markets and regular listings
The Brick at Blue Star hosts a weekly market on Sundays from noon to 5 pm, showcasing retro fashion, handcrafted jewelry, and unique art pieces. The Market Days at La Villita Historic Arts Village happen on Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm, offering handcrafted pottery, textiles, and jewelry alongside live performances and cooking demonstrations. The Boerne Handmade Market is expected to include artisan candles, fall wreaths, kids’ clothing, and small-batch foods, with highlights from Lake + Ember, Lotus Ceramics, and Two Oak Culinary.
Festivals and cultural events
- Muertos Fest — October 25-26 from 10 am to 11 pm (Saturday) and noon to 9 pm (Sunday), featuring over 100 vendors, live performances, and ofrendas honoring community members.
- Calaveras de Azúcar Festival — Market Square on November 1-2, with altars, live music, and local vendors available.
- Diez y Seis Mariachi Festival — October 11 at the Arneson River Theatre from 2-9 pm, featuring student performances.
- Diwali Pearl Festival — October 22 from 5-9 pm, celebrating the Festival of Lights with themed vendors, food, and live entertainment.
- Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival — October 18 from 6 pm to midnight, showcasing over 250 artists and various art forms.
- Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival — November 8 at the Briscoe Western Art Museum, featuring Native American arts and culture.
Food, beer and themed celebrations
- Barbacoa and Big Red Festival — Freeman Coliseum on October 11-12, featuring food, entertainment, and admission costs $8.29.
- San Antonio Beer Festival — Civic Park at Hemisfair on October 18, featuring local beer, food, and live music, with tickets starting at $45.
- Tequila & Tacos Festival — October 18 from 6-9 pm at the Tower of the Americas, featuring taco vendors and live music.
- Ube Fest — October 11 from 3-8 pm at Confluence Park, celebrating Filipino American Month.
- Wurstfest — November 7-16 in New Braunfels, celebrating German culture, with entry costs varying by day.
Family-friendly and seasonal attractions
- Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo Fest — San Antonio Botanical Garden, 5-8 pm on October 10 and 3-9 pm on October 11, with Halloween-themed performances and activities.
- CiboloFest — October 18 from 10 am to 10 pm, featuring live music, carnival rides, and a petting zoo.
- ConcordiaFest — October 12 from noon to 4 pm, offering free family-friendly games and food.
- Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival — October 18 from 9 am to 2 pm at Brackenridge Park with hands-on educational activities.
- San Antonio Zoo Zoo Boo — September 20 to October 30, offering non-scary Halloween activities.
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas Fright Fest — September 6 to November 2, featuring haunted attractions and family-friendly events.
Venues and places to visit
The San Antonio River Walk provides a family-friendly destination with vibrant fall colors and seasonal events. The Historic San Antonio Missions offer a picturesque backdrop for exploring rich history and architecture during the fall. The San Antonio Botanical Garden will feature its October Beer Garden weekends, with live music and refreshments available.
Practical notes
Most events list specific dates and hours; visitors should confirm times and ticket requirements with event organizers. Many markets and festivals include local makers, artisans and student performers and vary from free community festivals to ticketed specialty events.
Key features table
| Event | Date(s) / Time | Main Features | Admission / Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boerne Handmade Market | Saturday, November 22, 9 am to 4 pm | Over 100 Texas makers; artisan candles, fall wreaths, kids’ clothing, small-batch foods; Lake + Ember, Lotus Ceramics, Two Oak Culinary | Not specified |
| Muertos Fest | October 25-26; Sat 10 am–11 pm, Sun noon–9 pm | Over 100 vendors; live performances; ofrendas honoring community members | Not specified |
| San Antonio’s 39th Annual Gruene Music and Wine Festival | October 9-12 | Kickoff party with tastings from Texas wineries and craft breweries | Tickets (varies) |
| Barbacoa and Big Red Festival | October 11-12 | Food and entertainment | Admission costs $8.29 |
| San Antonio Beer Festival | October 18 | Local beer, food, live music | Tickets starting at $45 |
Timeline of selected events
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| September 6 – November 2 | Six Flags Fiesta Texas Fright Fest | Scheduled |
| September 20 – October 30 | San Antonio Zoo Zoo Boo | Scheduled |
| October 9–12 | San Antonio’s 39th Annual Gruene Music and Wine Festival | Scheduled |
| October 11 | Diez y Seis Mariachi Festival (2–9 pm) | Scheduled |
| October 18 | Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival (6 pm–midnight); San Antonio Beer Festival; CiboloFest; Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival | Scheduled |
| October 25–26 | Muertos Fest | Scheduled |
| November 1–2 | Calaveras de Azúcar Festival | Scheduled |
| November 7–16 | Wurstfest (New Braunfels) | Scheduled |
| November 8 | District 10 Harvest Festival at Lady Bird Johnson Park; Yanaguana Indian Arts Festival | Scheduled |
| November 22 (9 am–4 pm) | Boerne Handmade Market | Scheduled |
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FAQ
When is the Boerne Handmade Market?
The Boerne Handmade Market features over 100 Texas makers at Nineteen:Ten church on Saturday, November 22, from 9 am to 4 pm.
What can I expect at the Boerne Handmade Market?
The Boerne Handmade Market is expected to include artisan candles, fall wreaths, kids’ clothing, and small-batch foods.
When does Muertos Fest take place and what does it include?
The Muertos Fest, held on October 25-26 from 10 am to 11 pm (Saturday) and noon to 9 pm (Sunday), features over 100 vendors, live performances, and ofrendas honoring community members.
When is the San Antonio Beer Festival and what do tickets cost?
The San Antonio Beer Festival returns to Civic Park at Hemisfair on October 18, featuring local beer, food, and live music, with tickets starting at $45.
What are the dates for San Antonio Zoo’s Zoo Boo?
The San Antonio Zoo hosts Zoo Boo from September 20 to October 30, offering non-scary Halloween activities.
When is Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas?
Six Flags Fiesta Texas offers Fright Fest from September 6 to November 2, featuring haunted attractions and family-friendly events.
What is the admission cost for the Barbacoa and Big Red Festival?
The Barbacoa and Big Red Festival occurs at Freeman Coliseum from October 11-12, featuring food, entertainment, and admission costs $8.29.
When is Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival and how many artists will be featured?
The Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival will be held on October 18 from 6 pm to midnight, showcasing over 250 artists and various art forms.
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