By Natalia Barrena
As September ends, Halloween becomes closer than ever. Here are some Halloween-related events that will take place in San Antonio and nearby places where friends and families can celebrate.
Family-Friendly Events:
- Cavern Fall Bat Fest.
The Natural Bridge Caverns are opening their doors for the first time to celebrate Halloween traditions with a free event for families. This month, they are hosting the Cavern Fall Bat Fest. During this event, people will be able to do a bat-themed scavenger hunt, enjoy live music, eat snacks, follow a mini-hay maze, enjoy photo stops, and do free trick-or-treating during Oct. 26 and 27. Additionally, if you wear a costume, you can earn a free AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket.
2. Zoo Boo at San Antonio Zoo.
San Antonio Zoo is hosting their annual Zoo Boo event from Sept. 21 to Oct. 31. This is a perfect event for kids and adults, which includes fun activities such as pumpkin patches and trick-or-treat stations. Neither the Pumpkin Parth nor Pick-a-Pumpkin activities are included in the price of the entrance ticket, but there is a free trick-or-treating activity that takes place during the last hour of the day.
3. Boo Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
From Sept. 7 to Nov. 3, Six Flags will be hosting their annual Halloween event, Boo Fest, a kids-friendly daylight celebration where adults can have a wonderful time with their children. This event will include a Spooky Town Trick or Treat Trail, a haunted house walkthrough, rollercoasters, park rides, and themed treats and dishes. Prices for tickets range from $35 to $105 depending on the package.
4. Spooktacular at SeaWorld.
SeaWorld will be hosting a Spooktacular event starting Sept.12 and ending Oct. 31. During these dates, families will be able to enjoy an amazing experience that includes trick-or-treating with Sesame Street characters. SeaWorld encourages people to wear their favorite costumes, although masks or hoods are not permitted.
5. Day of The Dead River Parade.
On Friday Oct. 25, the San Antonio River Walk will be hosting the Day of The Dead Parade. This event will begin at 7PM and start from the Weston Centre to Arneson River Theatre. Throughout this route, people will find floats decorated with altars, catrinas, and costumed riders. Each float will represent a different tradition associated with the Day of the Dead. Children two years or older will need a ticket, and strollers and carriers will not be allowed on the River Walk during this event.
Adult Only Events:
- SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream.
SeaWorld will host the 5K Howl-O-Scream event during selected dates between Sept. 13 to Oct. 27. During this event, adults will have the chance to enjoy the park’s transformation into a magical night that will include haunted houses, eerie scare zones, and scary live shows. The event will have bars where adults can enjoy their favorite drinks.
2. Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
From Sept. 7 to Nov. 2, Six Flags invites adults to enjoy their Fright Fest. As night falls, the park will turn into a scary place full of haunted houses, rides, and live performances. This year, two new haunted houses will open their doors: Stranger Things and The Conjuring. This will be an adult only event.
