Christmas Events for Kids in San Antonio (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

12 min read

The San Antonio area has 12 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre in San Antonio on November 17 to Illuminate, presented by H-E-B in San Antonio, which runs through January 10. 5 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Texas, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 12 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in San Antonio for 2026, in San Antonio, Helotes and Cibolo
  • First: Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre, San Antonio, November 17. Runs latest: Illuminate, presented by H-E-B, San Antonio, through January 10
  • Free: Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas, 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony, Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026, A Pirate Christmas and 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Watercolor illustration: Rally the corgi stands on a red train seat looking out at falling snow, a lit Christmas tree and a white dove. Text: Choo choo! The train starting could be heard. Hello cute white bird!
Rally watching the snow and a lit Christmas tree, from the pages of Rally Takes the Train.

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Texas Christmas train rides page.

San Antonio Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
12 confirmed for 2026
Cities
San Antonio, Helotes and Cibolo
Season
November 17, 2026 to January 10, 2027
Free events
5
Kinds of events
holiday lights, holiday show, holiday parade and holiday story time
Last checked

Plan your December

When each San Antonio Christmas event for kids happens

The first is Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre in San Antonio on November 17; the last runs to January 10. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

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Christmas events for kids in San Antonio

9 confirmed events for kids in San Antonio, soonest first.

San Antonio: Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre

Holiday story timeHemisfair · San Antonio

Host
Hemisfair (opens in a new tab)
Where
Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair (Reading Rug), 434 S. Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
When
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10 to 11 am
Cost
Check the host's page
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Hemisfair's Story Time gets a holiday twist when Magik Theatre visits to celebrate the opening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, which starts its run on November 21. Families gather on the Reading Rug behind the Hemisfair offices at 630 E. Nueva Street in Yanaguana Garden for the book of the week and a hands on, STEAM inspired activity.

The session lasts an hour on a weekday morning, which works well for preschoolers and toddlers with a caregiver. Story Time at Hemisfair is supported by local foundations and donors, and the playground at Yanaguana Garden is right there if little ones need to run afterward. Covered parking is available nearby in the Hemisfair Garage at 623 Hemisfair Boulevard.

Parent tip: Park in the covered Hemisfair Garage at 623 Hemisfair Blvd and look for the Reading Rug behind 630 E. Nueva Street.

See dates and details from Hemisfair (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: Illuminate, presented by H-E-B

Holiday lightsSan Antonio Botanical Garden · San Antonio

Host
San Antonio Botanical Garden (opens in a new tab)
Where
San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX 78209
When
Fri November 20 (5:30 to 9:30 pm), Tue December 1 and Fri December 11 (6 to 9 pm), 2026
Cost
$26.99 child, $29.99 adult (plus fee), members $24.99; under 3 free
Ages
Kids 3 to 12 priced, under 3 free
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Illuminate returns to the San Antonio Botanical Garden for its third year, turning the garden into a nighttime trail of light, color and larger than life displays. The garden pitches it as a family night out, with child pricing for ages 3 to 12 and free admission for little ones under 3.

Tickets are sold in 30 minute time slots between 5:30 and 9:30 pm, and a limited number of walk up tickets may be available. Non member prices are $29.99 for adults and $26.99 for children, plus a $3 fee, and parking is extra. Two special nights are worth noting: a Sensory-Friendly Night on December 1, and a Family Night on December 11 from 6 to 9 pm with holiday stations on Greehey Lawn where kids can make cider sachets and nature ornaments.

Parent tip: Book a timed slot ahead; Family Night on Dec 11 adds kids' craft stations at the end of the trail at no extra cost.

See dates and details from San Antonio Botanical Garden (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Holiday showMagik Theatre · San Antonio

Host
Magik Theatre (opens in a new tab)
Where
Magik Theatre, 420 S. Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
When
Sat November 21, Fri November 27 (2 pm) and Sat December 5 (10 am to 2 pm), 2026
Cost
Tickets sold online; Pay What You Wish at the door Nov 27
Ages
Recommended for ages 3+
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Magik Theatre brings Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas to its Hemisfair stage for the holiday season. Max the Dog narrates as the Grinch schemes to steal Christmas from the Whos, and the show includes the songs You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch and Welcome Christmas. It is recommended for ages 3 and up and runs about 85 minutes with one intermission.

Several special performances make it easier for more families to attend. A Pay What You Wish show on Friday, November 27 at 2 pm sells seats at the door for any donation. A sensory friendly performance on Saturday, December 5 at 10 am welcomes children who need a relaxed, judgment free setting, and the 2 pm show that day is ASL interpreted. Educators get a free ticket at the November 29 matinee with ID.

Parent tip: Pay What You Wish seats for Nov 27 are sold only at the door on the day of the show.

See dates and details from Magik Theatre (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: Holiday in the Park

Holiday lightsSix Flags Fiesta Texas · San Antonio

Host
Six Flags Fiesta Texas (opens in a new tab)
Where
Six Flags Fiesta Texas, 17000 IH-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78257
When
Saturday, November 21, 2026 to Monday, January 4, 2027 (select dates)
Cost
Included with park admission; some holiday experiences extra
Ages
Every age
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Six Flags Fiesta Texas transforms into Holiday in the Park on select dates from November 21 through January 4. The park promises dazzling light displays, festive live shows, select rides and attractions open for winter fun, and family moments such as Santa visits, cookie decorating and holiday shopping.

Live shows, light displays, select activities and most rides are included with regular park admission, while food, drinks, merchandise and some holiday experiences cost extra. After Christmas, the celebration continues with Countdown to New Year's, which includes nightly fireworks from December 26 to 30. Because the event runs only on select dates, check the park calendar before you go, and look at the season pass offers if you plan more than one visit.

Parent tip: Check the park's operating calendar for the select dates, and download the Six Flags app for show times once you arrive.

See dates and details from Six Flags Fiesta Texas (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Holiday craftsFreeHemisfair · San Antonio

Host
Hemisfair (opens in a new tab)
Where
Hemisfair Theatre Plaza (Theatre Courtyard), 420 S. Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
When
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Everyone
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

To celebrate opening day of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Magik Theatre, Hemisfair hosts a free Party in the Park in Theatre Plaza. The hour of family fun centers on kids' crafts inspired by the play, so it is a good warm up for children who are about to see the show, and a fun outing on its own for those who are not.

The party is free and open to everyone, and you do not need a ticket to the play to attend. If you do want to see the show, it runs at Magik Theatre from November 21 through December 24, with tickets sold separately. Hemisfair notes that the code HEMISFAIR takes 20 percent off adult and child tickets.

Parent tip: No play ticket is needed for the party; use code HEMISFAIR for 20 percent off show tickets.

See dates and details from Hemisfair (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony

Santa and Mrs. ClausFreeSan Antonio River Walk (Paseo del Rio Association) · San Antonio

Host
San Antonio River Walk (Paseo del Rio Association) (opens in a new tab)
Where
San Antonio River Walk (parade starts at the Tobin Center), 100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio, TX 78205
When
Friday, November 27, 2026, 6 pm
Cost
Free viewing area; reserved parade seats ticketed (ages 2 and up need a ticket)
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Ford Holiday River Parade is San Antonio's official kickoff to the holiday season. Held the day after Thanksgiving, the 45th edition features illuminated floats, entertainment floats, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the lighting of 200,000 holiday lights strung through the cypress trees along the River Walk. This year's theme is Holiday Wishes Come True, with the Witte Museum as Grand Marshal for its 100th birthday.

The parade begins at 6 pm at the Tobin Center, and the live broadcast starts at 7:05 pm from the Arneson River Theatre. Families can reserve parade seats, book dinner packages at River Walk restaurants, or use the free viewing area. Reserved tickets are nonrefundable, and children ages 2 and older need a ticket in seated areas. The lights stay on nightly into early January.

Parent tip: Strollers, ice chests and carriers are not allowed on the River Walk during the parade. The Tobin Center also hosts a free viewing party on its River Walk plaza from 5 to 8 pm.

See dates and details from San Antonio River Walk (Paseo del Rio Association) (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: Ballet San Antonio: The Nutcracker

Holiday showTobin Center for the Performing Arts · San Antonio

Host
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts (opens in a new tab)
Where
Tobin Center, H-E-B Performance Hall, 100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio, TX 78205
When
Fri December 4 (7:30 pm), Sat December 5 (2 to 7:30 pm), Sun December 6 (2 pm), Fri December 11 (7:30 pm), Sat December 12 (2 to 7:30 pm) and Sun December 13 (2 pm), 2026
Cost
From $31
Ages
Families
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Ballet San Antonio presents The Nutcracker at the Tobin Center's H-E-B Performance Hall over two December weekends. The production is co-choreographed by Haley and Easton Smith and brings together professional dancers, students from the School of Ballet San Antonio and young performers from across Bexar County, with live music by The Orchestra San Antonio.

There are eight performances, with 2 pm matinees on Saturdays and Sundays that suit younger children, and 7:30 pm shows on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets start at $31. The Tobin describes the show as a cherished holiday tradition for families across South Texas, and seeing local kids on stage can make it especially exciting for young dance fans. The center's TASTE restaurant opens two hours before showtime for families who want dinner first.

Parent tip: Choose a 2 pm matinee for younger children; TASTE dining reservations are encouraged.

See dates and details from Tobin Center for the Performing Arts (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: A Pirate Christmas

Santa visitFreeSan Antonio Public Library · San Antonio

Host
San Antonio Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Tobin Library at Oakwell, 4134 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX 78209
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 5 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Kids and families
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Tobin Library at Oakwell is throwing a Pirate Christmas celebration for families on the first Saturday of December. The library promises holiday crafts, snacks, Santa and more, all wrapped in a playful pirate theme that should appeal to kids who are not quite ready for a quiet storytime.

Dressing up is not required, but the library says costumes are welcome, so little buccaneers can come in their best pirate gear. The party runs for three hours in the afternoon, which gives families flexibility to drop in after lunch or naps. It is listed on the San Antonio Public Library calendar for kids and families, and it is led by Tobin Library staff. Like most library programs, it is a free way to celebrate the season close to home.

Parent tip: Pirate costumes are welcome but optional; call Tobin Library at (210) 207-9040 with questions.

See dates and details from San Antonio Public Library (opens in a new tab)

San Antonio: Christmas at the Caverns

Story time with Mrs. ClausNatural Bridge Caverns · San Antonio

Host
Natural Bridge Caverns (opens in a new tab)
Where
Natural Bridge Caverns, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, TX 78266
When
Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Sat December 12, Sun December 13, Fri December 18, Sat December 19, Sun December 20, Mon December 21, Tue December 22 and Wed December 23, 2026, 4:30 to 9 pm
Cost
Grounds admission $26.99 adult, $18.99 child; packages up to $49.99; parking $10
Sign-up
Recommended
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Natural Bridge Caverns hosts Christmas at the Caverns on select December nights. Christmas grounds admission includes ice skating, a reindeer maze, the Trail of Lights, a campfire, Storytime with Mrs. Claus and a visit with Santa. Craft stations, live music and a hot chocolate depot add to the evening, and Santa and Mrs. Claus are on hand from 6 to 9 pm.

Families can add Caroling in the Caverns, which runs from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, or the Twisted Trails, or bundle everything in the Jingle All the Way package. Grounds admission is $26.99 for adults and $18.99 for children, and packages range up to $49.99 for adults. The caverns say buying online saves money, and a portion of ticket sales goes to San Antonio and New Braunfels area food banks.

Parent tip: Plan to arrive by 6 pm for Santa, Mrs. Claus and the lights; parking is $10 per day, paid on site.

See dates and details from Natural Bridge Caverns (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Helotes

2 confirmed events for kids in Helotes, soonest first.

Helotes: Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026

Tree lightingFreeCity of Helotes · Helotes

Host
City of Helotes (opens in a new tab)
Where
Helotes City Hall, 12951 Bandera Road, Helotes, TX 78023 (near San Antonio)
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 6 to 7:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The City of Helotes kicks off the Christmas season with its annual Lighting of the Lights celebration at City Hall. The evening features holiday music from local elementary school choirs and the Helotes Area Community Band, and it builds to the lighting of the city's Christmas tree as City Hall turns into a holiday scene.

The event is free and runs for an hour and a half on a Friday evening, which makes it an easy outing with young children. The city invites families to bring friends and neighbors. There is no shuttle service this year, but on site parking is available at the Municipal Complex. It is a small town tradition and a gentle alternative to the larger downtown San Antonio celebrations.

Parent tip: There is no shuttle; park at the Helotes Municipal Complex.

See dates and details from City of Helotes (opens in a new tab)

Helotes: 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade

Holiday paradeFreeCity of Helotes · Helotes

Host
City of Helotes (opens in a new tab)
Where
Old Town Helotes, 14391 Old Bandera Road, Helotes, TX 78023 (near San Antonio)
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 7 to 8 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Whole family
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Helotes celebrates the season with its Hill Country Christmas Parade through Old Town Helotes. This year's theme is The Music of Christmas, so expect festive music, dazzling lights and creative floats built by local groups. The city describes it as an evening of Christmas magic for the whole family.

The parade runs for about an hour starting at 7 pm on a Saturday, and families can pick a favorite spot anywhere along the route. Watching is free. Several roads close in the late afternoon and evening, including Riggs Road from 4 pm and Old Bandera Road and nearby intersections from 6 pm until about 8:30 pm, so plan your arrival and parking around those closures.

Parent tip: Arrive before 6 pm, when Old Bandera Road closes, and bring blankets or chairs for the curb.

See dates and details from City of Helotes (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Cibolo

1 confirmed event for kids in Cibolo, soonest first.

Cibolo: Holidays on Main: Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting

Holiday paradeCity of Cibolo · Cibolo

Host
City of Cibolo (opens in a new tab)
Where
Main Street, Cibolo (plaza at Pfeil Rd and Main St), 200 South Main Street, Cibolo, TX 78108 (near San Antonio)
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Cost
Check the host's page
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The City of Cibolo has combined its holiday parade and tree lighting into one big celebration on Main Street. The day starts with the annual holiday parade, followed by the tree lighting, and the festivities continue at the plaza at the corner of Pfeil Road and Main Street.

After the parade, families can browse a holiday vendor market with local artisans selling seasonal gifts and crafts, grab dinner or treats from area food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment and family activities through the evening. The city page does not list start times yet, so check back closer to the date before you head out. Cibolo is northeast of San Antonio, and the event is a small town way to start the season.

Parent tip: Start times are not posted yet; check the city page the week of the event.

See dates and details from City of Cibolo (opens in a new tab)

Looking further afield? Our Texas Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth and Austin. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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San Antonio Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in San Antonio in 2026?

We confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in San Antonio for 2026 on each host’s own page: Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre in San Antonio (November 17), Illuminate, presented by H-E-B in San Antonio (November 20), Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas in San Antonio (November 21), Holiday in the Park in San Antonio (November 21), Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas in San Antonio (November 21), 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony in San Antonio (November 27), Ballet San Antonio: The Nutcracker in San Antonio (December 4), Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026 in Helotes (December 4), A Pirate Christmas in San Antonio (December 5), Christmas at the Caverns in San Antonio (December 5), 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade in Helotes (December 12) and Holidays on Main: Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting in Cibolo (December 12). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in San Antonio, Texas?

For families in and around San Antonio, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre (Tue, Nov 17, 10 to 11 am, see the host for cost); Illuminate, presented by H-E-B (Evenings, Nov 20 to Jan 10, 5:30 to 9:30 pm, $26.99 child, $29.99 adult (plus fee), members $24.99; under 3 free); Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas (Nov 21 to Dec 24, select performances, tickets sold online; pay what you wish at the door nov 27); Holiday in the Park (Select dates, Nov 21 to Jan 4, included with park admission; some holiday experiences extra); Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Sat, Nov 21, 4 to 5 pm, free); 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony (Fri, Nov 27, 6 pm, free viewing area; reserved parade seats ticketed (ages 2 and up need a ticket)); Ballet San Antonio: The Nutcracker (Dec 4 to 13, matinees at 2 pm and evenings at 7:30 pm, from $31); A Pirate Christmas (Sat, Dec 5, 2 to 5 pm, free); Christmas at the Caverns (Dec 5 to 6, 12 to 13 and 18 to 23, 4:30 to 9 pm, grounds admission $26.99 adult, $18.99 child; packages up to $49.99; parking $10). Details and the host’s link for each are in the San Antonio section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Helotes, Texas?

For families in and around Helotes, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026 (Fri, Dec 4, 6 to 7:30 pm, free); 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade (Sat, Dec 12, 7 to 8 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Helotes section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Cibolo, Texas?

For families in and around Cibolo, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Holidays on Main: Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting (Sat, Dec 12, see the host for cost). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Cibolo section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in San Antonio?

Yes. 5 of the 12 events here are free: Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas in San Antonio, 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony in San Antonio, Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026 in Helotes, A Pirate Christmas in San Antonio and 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade in Helotes. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in San Antonio this December?

Santa appears at Holiday in the Park in San Antonio (November 21), 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony in San Antonio (November 27), A Pirate Christmas in San Antonio (December 5) and Christmas at the Caverns in San Antonio (December 5). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in San Antonio?

Holiday story times on this page: Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre in San Antonio and Christmas at the Caverns in San Antonio. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Which San Antonio Christmas events are best for toddlers?

These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre in San Antonio.

Are there kids' Christmas events in San Antonio on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: Illuminate, presented by H-E-B in San Antonio (through January 10), Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas in San Antonio (through December 24) and Holiday in the Park in San Antonio (through January 4).

When is Story Time at Hemisfair with Magik Theatre in San Antonio in 2026?

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10 to 11 am, at Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair (Reading Rug). The host has not posted a price on its page, so check there before you go.

How much is Illuminate, presented by H-E-B in San Antonio?

$26.99 child, $29.99 adult (plus fee), members $24.99; under 3 free. Illuminate, presented by H-E-B is on Fri November 20 (5:30 to 9:30 pm), Tue December 1 and Fri December 11 (6 to 9 pm), 2026 at San Antonio Botanical Garden. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas in San Antonio?

Tickets sold online; Pay What You Wish at the door Nov 27. Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas is on Sat November 21, Fri November 27 (2 pm) and Sat December 5 (10 am to 2 pm), 2026 at Magik Theatre. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday in the Park in San Antonio?

Included with park admission; some holiday experiences extra. Holiday in the Park is on Saturday, November 21, 2026 to Monday, January 4, 2027 (select dates) at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas in San Antonio?

Free. Magik Theatre's Party in the Park: How the Grinch Stole Christmas is on Saturday, November 21, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at Hemisfair Theatre Plaza (Theatre Courtyard). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony in San Antonio?

Free viewing area; reserved parade seats ticketed (ages 2 and up need a ticket). 45th Annual Ford Holiday River Parade and Lighting Ceremony is on Friday, November 27, 2026, 6 pm at San Antonio River Walk (parade starts at the Tobin Center). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Ballet San Antonio: The Nutcracker in San Antonio?

From $31. Ballet San Antonio: The Nutcracker is on Fri December 4 (7:30 pm), Sat December 5 (2 to 7:30 pm), Sun December 6 (2 pm), Fri December 11 (7:30 pm), Sat December 12 (2 to 7:30 pm) and Sun December 13 (2 pm), 2026 at Tobin Center, H-E-B Performance Hall. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026 in Helotes?

Free. Helotes Lighting of the Lights 2026 is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 6 to 7:30 pm at Helotes City Hall. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is A Pirate Christmas in San Antonio?

Free. A Pirate Christmas is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 5 pm at Tobin Library at Oakwell. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Christmas at the Caverns in San Antonio?

Grounds admission $26.99 adult, $18.99 child; packages up to $49.99; parking $10. Christmas at the Caverns is on Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Sat December 12, Sun December 13, Fri December 18, Sat December 19, Sun December 20, Mon December 21, Tue December 22 and Wed December 23, 2026, 4:30 to 9 pm at Natural Bridge Caverns. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade in Helotes?

Free. 2026 Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 7 to 8 pm at Old Town Helotes. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

When is Holidays on Main: Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting in Cibolo in 2026?

Saturday, December 12, 2026, at Main Street, Cibolo (plaza at Pfeil Rd and Main St). The host has not posted a price on its page, so check there before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in San Antonio?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our San Antonio Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

Kelsey Cecil
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