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Halloween Guide for all ages in San Antonio

From a festive bar crawl to trick-or-treating at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, this is how to celebrate Halloween in the Alamo City.

Picture is the Gully Washer river dyed red for Fright Fest under the Iron Rattler roller coaster.

We’re rollercoaster maniacs — it’s in our blood. | Photo by @eddienunez25

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Looking for some last-minute Halloween plans? We’ve got you covered with this guide for ghouls of all ages.

Get in a good scare

  • 13th Floor | Tuesday, Oct. 31 + Friday, Nov. 3-Saturday, Nov. 4 | Times vary | 1203 E. Commerce St. | $24.99+ | Make your way through a post-apocalyptic world or get spooked by prisoners in a nightmarish maze.
  • Fright Fest | Tuesday, Oct., 31 | 5-11 p.m. | Six Flags Fiesta Texas | $45+ | Get ready for thrills and chills as you make your way through scare zones, haunted houses + more.

Family-friendly fun

  • Trick-O-Treat in the Garden | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | $3+ for non-members, Free for members | Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and collect candy from around the garden.
  • Zoo Boo | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. | San Antonio Zoo | Celebrate the spookiest time of the year at this family-friendly event featuring trick-or-treating, pumpkin spice, and everything nice at our local zoo.
  • More Delightful Than Frightful | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 4-9 p.m. | Morgan’s Wonderland | $5 | Take part in a safe night of trick-or-treating while enjoying the park’s attractions that you know and love.
  • Spooklandia | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 4-7 p.m. | PicaPica Plaza, 910 SE Military Dr., San Antonio | Free | This community event will include a costume contest, kids activities, trick-or-treating, face painting, food, and more.
  • Vegan Trunk or Treat | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 6-8 p.m. | Miss Chickpea’s Bake Shop, 10105 Broadway., San Antonio | Free | Wear a costume + try both savory and sweet vegan treats.

If you’re too old to trick-or-treat

  • Halloween Masquerave | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 7 p.m. | Black Potion, 1900 Fredericksburg Rd., Ste. 101, San Antonio | $8-$15 | Wear your costume, dance the night away, and take part in gaming tournaments.
  • Copa Wine Bar Special | Tuesday, Oct. 31 + Wednesday, Nov. 1 | 3-11 p.m. | Copa Wine Bar, 19141 Stone Oak Pkwy. | Price of purchase | Get into the Hallowine spirit with $5 glasses of Ravenswood Old World Zinfandel and Prayers for Saints Chardonnay.
  • Trick or Drink: Halloween Bar Crawl | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 6 p.m. | Hard Rock Cafe, 111 W. Crockett St., San Antonio | $15 | Pick up your wristband and enjoy no cover + drink specials at participating bars like Pink Shark, Howl at the Moon, and Merkaba.
  • Halloween Masquerade Soiree | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Zocca Cuisine d’Italia, The Westin Riverwalk, 420 W. Market St., San Antonio | $99 | Indulge your senses in a spooky-themed dining experience featuring a three-course meal with wine pairings from Prisoner Wine Company.
  • Spooky Loteria Night | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 6-9 p.m. | Bar Rojo at Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk, 600 E. Market St., San Antonio | Free | Join Shiner Beer for a night of games, costumes, and eats.
  • Hallow-Swing | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 7-10 p.m. | The St. Anthony Hotel, 300 E. Travis St. , San Antonio | $20-$30 | This epic Halloween party includes live music from the Dirty River Jazz Band, a costume contest, and hand-crafted cocktails.
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