Things To Do In San Antonio

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Fiesta San Antonio Events

10 Fiesta San Antonio Events (That Aren’t the Battle of the Flowers Parade)

By Sara Branstetter | March 19, 2025

Fiesta San Antonio is happening in just a few short weeks and now is the time to begin sorting through all the events so you can purchase tickets for the ones you really want to attend. And this is where things can get complicated. Because with so many event options available from the most popular…

A Complete Guide To Fiesta San Antonio

By Sara Branstetter | March 18, 2025

You’ve heard of Mardi Gras, and you’ve heard of Burning Man, but have you heard of Fiesta San Antonio? If you haven’t, you happen to be in good company. Lovingly dubbed “the biggest party you’ve never heard of,” Fiesta San Antonio is the single biggest annual event held in the Alamo city and one of…

La Villita Historic Arts Village

La Villita Historic Arts Village: Here’s What You Should Know

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 4, 2025

La Villita is a darling little village of historic homes near the Riverwalk in San Antonio. It’s a great free thing to do in San Antonio and age-appropriate for, well, pretty much anyone! You’re probably going to see “visit La Villita” on any well-rounded list of the best things to do in San Antonio…and you…

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Which San Antonio Mission is Best for Kids?

By Sara Branstetter | February 25, 2025

If you are headed to San Antonio and looking to dip a toe into everything the Alamo city has to offer including its vibrant history, but the family is tagging along and you don’t want the kiddos to be bored to tears, read on for our thoughts on which San Antonio mission is best for…

Things to do in SA

Totally Free Things To Do Over Spring Break In San Antonio!

By Sara Branstetter | February 20, 2025

Spring break in San Antonio is just around the corner and you may be asking the perennial question, “What are we going to do for a whole week without school?!” If this is you (and let’s be honest here, all moms have asked this question during some school break), I’ve got good news. Below are…

Briscoe San Antonio

15 Fun San Antonio Museums With Free Admission

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 19, 2025

I’m very excited to share this guide to free museum days in San Antonio with you! As a Texas resident, I’m always checking out museums to help expand my cultural appreciation of art, science, technology, and history. Great museums are expensive to build, design, fill, and staff, and ticket prices reflect that. But there are…

San Antonio Mission Best for Kids

A Complete Guide to the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

By Sara Branstetter | February 12, 2025

San Antonio is, by far, one of the best cities to visit in the US as it offers the traveler’s trifecta of unique culture, delicious food, and a comprehensive list of things to do and see. Chief among this list, is the San Antonio Missions National Park. As the only UNESCO world heritage site in…

Comanche Lookout Park

Best Hiking in San Antonio

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 11, 2025

I know that most people love to explore Colorado, Utah, and other obvious areas for the best hiking ….but as a Texas native, I’ve had to make do with what I’ve got here in this state! And it turns out that there’s actually some really great hiking in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. (Look…

3-day itinerary in San Antonio

Where to Volunteer in San Antonio – 10 Outstanding Organizations!

By Sara Branstetter | February 6, 2025

If you are looking for suggestions on where to volunteer in San Antonio by donating your time and resources in such a way that you will make a lasting impact on the city of San Antonio and beyond, you have come to the right place! There are hundreds of organizations and resources that have set…

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