by San Antonio, TX — Families across San Antonio are beginning to make plans for Halloween 2026, with trick-or-treating, trunk-or-treat events, Halloween festivals and family attractions scheduled throughout October. Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, but families looking for one official citywide trick-or-treating time should know that schedules can vary by community and individual event.
As of early October, there is no single citywide trick-or-treating schedule clearly published for all San Antonio neighborhoods. Instead, families can find organized trick-or-treat opportunities at local attractions, community events and family destinations.
When Is Halloween in San Antonio in 2026?
Halloween will be celebrated on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Because Halloween falls on a Saturday, families have the opportunity to attend daytime Halloween events before participating in evening neighborhood celebrations.
Parents should check with their neighborhood, homeowners association, school, church or local community organization for any specific trick-or-treating hours.
What Time Is Trick-or-Treating in San Antonio?
There is currently no single official trick-or-treating time that applies to every San Antonio neighborhood.
That means parents should not assume that all children will begin or finish trick-or-treating at the same time. Organized Halloween events have their own schedules, while individual neighborhoods may announce separate hours closer to October 31.
Families should also keep checking local announcements as Halloween approaches because trick-or-treat schedules can be released or updated during October.
San Antonio Trick-or-Treat Events on Halloween
Families looking for a scheduled trick-or-treating experience already have several options.
At The DoSeum, the 2026 Trick-or-Treat event is scheduled for October 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The family-friendly event will include trick-or-treating stations throughout the museum, costume activities, photo opportunities, a live DJ and other Halloween entertainment. Advance tickets are required.
Another option is Zoo Boo! at the San Antonio Zoo, which runs through October 31. The zoo is offering daily trick-or-treating from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at six stations, while the zoo will remain open until 9 p.m. on Halloween.
More San Antonio Halloween Activities
San Antonio has a large number of Halloween events throughout October, giving families options before Halloween night.
The city’s 2026 Halloween calendar includes SeaWorld San Antonio’s Halloween Spooktacular, Six Flags Fiesta Texas’ Tricks and Treats, Zoo Boo!, Halloween at The DoSeum and Cavern Bat Fest. Visit San Antonio’s official Halloween guide lists these among the major family-friendly attractions taking place during the season.
At the San Antonio Botanical Garden, BOOtanica will take place on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The family event includes a trick-or-treat trail, nature-themed activities and other fall entertainment.
Families can also visit Traders Village San Antonio for its 2026 Trick R Treat Trail, which runs on weekends during October through October 31 and includes candy, crafts, face painting, pumpkin decorating and photo opportunities.
Are There Trunk-or-Treat Events in San Antonio?
Yes. Several San Antonio-area organizations are scheduling trunk-or-treat and similar family Halloween events before and around October 31.
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For example, a free Trunk Or Treat 2026 event is scheduled for October 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Institute for Functional Health on McCullough Avenue.
Additional trunk-or-treat events are listed for October 28 and October 31 at various San Antonio-area locations, with individual event times ranging from late afternoon into the evening.
What San Antonio Parents Should Know
The most important point for families is that San Antonio does not currently have one universal trick-or-treat time for every neighborhood.
If you’re looking for traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating, check your specific neighborhood or community for its Halloween schedule. If you prefer a guaranteed time and organized activities, attractions such as The DoSeum, San Antonio Zoo and other local Halloween events already have published schedules.
With Halloween falling on a Saturday, San Antonio families can expect a busy day of Halloween activities on October 31, 2026, with additional trick-or-treat and family events taking place throughout October.
