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Thu, Apr 9: Disney On Ice presents Jump In! at State Farm Arena
Sat, Apr 11:
San Antonio Book Festival
Sat, Apr 18: BABY DAY! at Mammen Family Public Library
Sat, Apr 18: FREE Entry Day – Celebrate Earth Day and Native Plant Month at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
Sat, Apr 18: Fiesta de los Niños at Port San Antonio
Thu, Apr 23: PACfest 2026 at Palo Alto College SHARE Center
Sat, Apr 25: Julia Robinson Math Festival at San Marcos Public Library
Sat, May 2: Saengerfest at City of New Braunfels
Sat, May 2: EL DíA DE LOS NIñOS at Plaza Guadalupe
Sun, May 10: Mother's Day Wildflower Walk at Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sun, May 10: Mother's Day Brunch- Krause's Cafe
Thu, May 14: 44th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival at Rosedale Park
Sat, May 16: Dirt Dauber Festival at Eye of the Dog Art Center |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: One of the best things about spring is that it turns all of us into treasure hunters. After a long winter, we adults start scanning the world for signs that life is returning: We notice the first mist of green in a forest's understory, the first brave crocus, the first daffodil. If we point out loud, kids catch on quickly, drawn by the thrill of
seeking what winter was hiding even just a few weeks ago, and they're ready to find magic behind every tree. Of course, in certain parts of North America, spring can be stingy in early April: The calendar may insist it’s here, but the yard is still beige, the trees are still bare, and the only things blooming outside are spreading patches of mud. But there’s no rule that says spring surprises have to come only from Mother Nature! That’s one reason I’m such a fan of egg
hunts. Last year, I wrote an extremely popular step-by-step article showing how to Turn Easter Into a Treasure Hunt, complete with a printable PDF of rhyming clues. It’s right there waiting for you, ready to make you look like a genius with practically zero effort. And if you want to kick it up a notch and invite a crowd, our article Easter Egg Hunts: Tips and Tricks for a Great Party lays out the
strategies for what may be the easiest, fastest, best-bang-for-the-buck kids’ party on Earth. Sure, egg hunts feature prominently in our culture's Easter traditions, but they needn't belong only to Easter, they're a wonderful diversion anytime, in any context. Spring is a season that proves there’s treasure everywhere. Sometimes the universe provides the fun for us. And sometimes we create it ourselves.
—Debra Ross, publisher of
KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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You know what dragons really love? Tacos, of course! They love chicken tacos, beef tacos, great big tacos, and teeny tiny tacos. Bring the whole family to experience this fiery, funny adventure inspired by the beloved book. Catch them at a venue near you! Visit magiktheatre.org for tickets and locations.
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Hop on over to Retama Park in Selma, TX, for the Big TX Golden Egg Hunt, happening April 4th and 5th at 12:00 PM! This family-friendly event is packed with festive fun, featuring colorful Easter eggs hidden throughout the park, including golden eggs with thousands of dollars in prizes and exciting activities for kids of all ages. Bring your baskets, enjoy the lively atmosphere, and discover exciting finds around every corner. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, spend quality time with family and friends, and make memories that will last.
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Join us for a springtime celebration! Instead of a traditional hunt, guests can collect treats from six colorful stations decorated with vibrant egg piñata displays during scheduled times. A special meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny provides a festive photo opportunity!* Bring your baskets and your best smiles—it’s a sweet adventure you won’t want to miss! *additional fee required.
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Join us for our EASTER EGGS-TRAVAGANZA CELEBRATION at the base of the Tower! A day full of fun for the whole family!
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The Briscoe Western Art Museum is happy to welcome all residents of San Antonio and Bexar County to come and experience the culture and art of the West for FREE! Our neighbors can enjoy a FREE day of art and culture on the first Sunday of each month.
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Celebrate Easter Weekend in the heart of Brackenridge Park! As always, the park’s 11:00 PM curfew will be lifted beginning Thursday evening, allowing families and visitors to camp and enjoy this special community tradition. The Brackenridge Park Conservancy is proud to host festive programming at the Joske Pavilion in partnership with the Pura Vida Awards. Join us Saturday and Sunday for live music, Easter egg hunts, and a special appearance from a surprise guest that little ones won’t want to miss.
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Learn more about wildlife in our community. Visit our tables for engaging activities about the amazing plants and animals that make San Antonio home. In partnership with Friends of San Antonio Areas.
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Attention all parents, bring your kids to Ingram Park Mall for a FREE Kids Karate Class the first Saturday of every month from 11 am to 1 pm in Dillard's Court. Let your little ones learn self-defense while having fun. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity at Ingram Park Mall. See you there!
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Pollinators provide countless ecological benefits to our world! Learn about these benefits and enjoy food made possible by these amazing insects during our Pollinator Picnic! We provide the food, and you can bring your own lawn chair or blanket to eat your picnic lunch amidst our native wildflowers. Walk away with tips on how to provide your own picnic for pollinators using native plants and watering stations.
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Get ready for a fun day of egg-citing challenges and egg-cellent teamwork at our Helicopter Easter Egg Drop event! Celebrate Easter weekend with us at Calvary Baptist Join us on Saturday, April 4th from 9:30 AM–12:00 PM for an unforgettable morning of family fun. Kids will be thrilled by our exciting helicopter egg drop, and everyone can enjoy delicious eats from local food trucks. We’ll also have a special area just for younger kids, so every child can join in the fun at their own level. Best of all, this event is completely free for the whole family—so invite your friends and neighbors, and come celebrate with us! And don’t forget—we’d love for you to join us again the following day for our Easter Sunday services as we celebrate our risen Savior!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MCKENNA! This week come create a party hat to help us get "party ready ". Mark your calendars and come join us in McKenna Children's Museum's 20 yr birthday celebration!
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Join us at The Cibolo Nature Center to hike the trails at sunset! Night Hikes for Families accommodate short legs and short attention spans while still learning about and enjoying The Cibolo. The cost for this hike is $30 per family. Parents, grandparents, the kids – bring them all and come enjoy this wonderful experience together.
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Beyond Limits is a sensory-friendly evening designed for children and families who benefit from a calmer museum experience. During this special program, capacity is reduced and exhibits are modified to create a more comfortable environment for exploration and play. Families can enjoy hands-on activities, connect with community partners who support sensory-friendly resources, and experience the museum in a setting designed with sensory needs in mind. For this spring event, guests can also enjoy a special bunny meet-and-greet and other seasonal surprises throughout the evening. Reserve your spot today!
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech! Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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- Easter Weekend in Brackenridge Park - Joske Pavilion, San Antonio, TX, April 3-5, 2026, see website
- Easter Egg Stravaganza - Gregg-Clarke Park, West Center Street, Kyle, TX, April 4, 2026, 10 am - 1 pm
- Community Egg Drop - Calvary Baptist Church, West Klein
Road, New Braunfels, TX, April 4, 2026, 9:30 am- 12 pm
- Annual Easter Egg Hunt- Caliente Harley-Davidson - Caliente Harley-Davidson, San Antonio, TX, April 4, 2026, 12-3 pm
- Easter Egg Scramble at Coker United Methodist Church - Coker United Methodist Church, 231 East North Loop, San Antonio, TX 78216, April 4, 2026, 10 – 11:30 am
- Wilflower Walk - Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, San Antonio, TX, April 4, 2026, 10-11am
- Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - San Antonio area - Shoott, San Antonio, TX, April 4-5, 2026, See link for times
- Locals Day| FREE Admission for Bexar County Residents - Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 West Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205, April 5, 2026, 10 am- 5 pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the San Antonio area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more.
Our guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the San Antonio? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Planning a kids birthday party in the San Antonio area? Here are lots of ideas for where to have it! If there is a resource that we have missed, please email us to let us know, and we'll add it
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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