In + Around San Antonio

A parent’s guide to all things San Antonio! The Alamo City is geographically a large area and there are tons of things to do in a variety of spots in and around the city. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, this is a great starting place. From kid-friendly restaurants to the best things to do with your family, Alamo City Moms has you covered with everything to do in our great city. Our team of 40+ moms is happy to share the ins-and-outs of what’s happening in San Antonio! Topics of articles include museums, parks, arts, restaurants, family-friendly events, the River Walk, Sea World, Schlitterbahn, Fiesta Texas and much, much more.

It would be great if I had an unlimited budget, to whisk the family away to Disney for Spring Break or even spend each day visiting San Antonio's amazing theme parks. But if you are on a budget—and most...
There aren't many opportunities for San Antonio fathers and sons to attend a special event catered to just them, which is why we are thrilled to be partnering with St. PJ's to help spread the word about the first annual...
Special thanks to former contributor Christie Cuthbert for sharing the fun ways she celebrates with her family. Check out her new book, "The Mischief Makers: A Series of Shenanigans and Brotherly Love" available on Amazon.  St. Patrick’s Day is around...
Two weeks ago, my boys and I visited the McNay Art Museum for the first time. We drive by weekly, eyeing the beautiful sculptures, and were waiting for a time to visit that wasn’t a burning inferno of hotness....
Looking for exciting ways to celebrate Mother's Day - or simply spend some quality time with Mom in San Antonio? From cultural experiences to outdoor adventures, here's a guide to some cool and enjoyable activities you can do together...
It's an age-old quandary and quite possibly one of the most asked questions ever... "Where should we eat?". If you're near the 1604 and 281 area (from near 281 and 1604 over to 1604 and Blanco) there are LOTS...
It’s time to plan for summer! Whether you're looking for a camp for your budding artist, a camp for your outdoor-loving, always-on-the-go kiddo, or a traditional summer camp that covers all the bases, we've got you covered. We’re so...
This post is brought to you by the City of Boerne. Twice a year, the shops on Boerne’s Hill Country Mile throw an epic party, staying open late, offering fun cocktails and treats—and some of the best shopping around—all taking place...
New Year’s Eve gets a lot of attention for ringing in the new year. For families with young kids, staying up until midnight is not always an option! Thankfully, there are lots of local and family friendly New Year’s...
Wow—there is no shortage of Independence Day celebrations in and around San Antonio! Just look at the list below with 22 events so far. We've included a lot of smaller events taking place in the Hill Country and surrounding...
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post from T Bar M Summer Camps, Christian-based summer camp. We love that they offer both overnight and day camp options for San Antonio kids! Their faith-based curriculum incorporates sports, team building games and swimming...
It's looking like we will have another beautiful weekend here in San Antonio! Here are some of the kid- and family-friendly activities happening this weekend: Friday, February 20 Family Flashlight Night at San Antonio Botanical Garden Pinkalicious at The Magik Theatre San Antonio...
One of my favorite things about San Antonio is how gosh darn family-friendly it all is. I love that this city is bursting with festivals, museums, restaurants, shopping, and parks, and I appreciate that they all seem to come...
Let’s rodeo, San Antonio! Sounds fun, but not sure where to start, especially with little ones in tow? Don’t worry—the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo has something for everyone, it’s not difficult to navigate, and you’ll have a...

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