One of the perks of homeschooling is that you get the opportunity to attend events or locations with lower foot traffic during the school day! We have put together a guide of some of the top spots to enjoy this school year.
Some quick notes on what I’ve learned during my many, many, many calls:
- Places that did not offer a specific homeschool event were happy to offer the same discount to homeschool groups that they do to other school tours. So, quick: join a co-op, a cult, or just make a a lot of homeschooling friends! Things are cheaper by the tens.
- Many of these events work for preschoolers too, if your little ones haven’t started traditional school yet, or just go to a two day program.
- Many of these dates change from year to year or reoccur monthly, so I was unable to provide exact dates and times. I listed those places that do offer specials, with a link to more specific details. Most of these include all the things homeschoolers love: good deals, less crowds, and some extra learning thrown in with fun. Yeehaw!
- While researching, I discovered that you can search “homeschool events in San Antonio” on Google and a list of scheduled event dates and times will pop up. I also frequently use the search bar in Facebook to find upcoming family-friendly/homeschool events. Boredom should not exist (unless it’s by choice) in this wonderful city of ours!
I’m sure your family will find at least one event you love — and maybe even start a new tradition!
Indoor Play
iFly— STEM program, lab activity, and flight. Special pricing for groups, and annual homeschool days: click here to learn more.
Incredible Pizza- group and field trip rates available.
Magik Theatre— we love being able to attend Student Matinees, then explore Yanaguana Park to get the extra energy out before we head home! You can schedule your field trip here.
Music Masters—Offers classes for children 2 years and older.
Pinstack- check out their special STEM field trip packages.
San Antonio Aquarium—Groups of 15+ are $9.95 per child; educators/group leaders are free; and tickets for additional parents are $8.95.
San Antonio Homeschool 4H Club- an amazing opportunity to participate in 4H!
San Antonio Public Library—We often take advantage of the many classes and events scheduled by our local San Antonio Public Library. Read to a dog and LEGO Club are our favorites. Swing by and pick up a calendar to see what your local library has coming up.
San Antonio Symphony (YPC)—During Young People’s Concerts, all admission is free with a reservation.
Urban Air—Offers special pricing during non-peak times, a.k.a, during school hours.
Museums
Briscoe Western Art Museum- explore the very best of the west with group tours and a variety of resources available.
The DoSeum—Offers a discounted rate for groups of 15 or more. The tours are given during regular business hours, and must be booked a month in advance.
Morgans Wonderland—Offers groups rates for educational field trips.
San Antonio Museum of Art- a variety of resources for families and educators online, as well as a variety of tour options for groups.
Science Mill—offers Homeschool Days once a month September through April. You can find the dates and package pricing here.
The Witte Museum—A variety of options available with group tours available as well as homeschool specific themed days, once a month during the school year.
Outdoor Exploring
Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo— school group rate available and can include discounts on mining and feeding packages.
Fort Martin Scott (Fredericksburg, TX)—Admission is always free, and it’s worth checking out for their frontier days.
Owl Creek Farm- a variety of programming available seasonally, check out their calendar of events for more information.
Mitchell Lake Audubon- student and program tours for a variety of age groups.
San Antonio Botanical Garden—Schedule a group tour here.
San Antonio Missions- what a lucky place for us live in where we are surrounded by such rich history, with amazing programming for all ages. Remember the Alamo (and the other four!) and don’t forget to become a Jr Ranger during your visits.
San Antonio Parks and Wildlife- check out the amazing programming happening all over the city.
San Antonio Zoo—We enjoy their special homeschool programming: you get to learn from their education team and the animal ambassadors, then explore the zoo with your crew afterwards! The schedule can be found here. Field trips must be booked and paid for ahead of time, check out the group information here.
SeaWorld San Antonio— offers an informative guided tour for homeschool groups at just $12 a ticket. You can find more information here. The other cool thing to remember is that not all schools go back on the same day, and holiday breaks vary, so check their park hours and schedule page to take advantage of those days for general visits too!
Six Flags Fiesta Texas— featuring Education Days where they have “outdoor classroom” hours featuring STEAM activities (these normally happen in late May.)
Do you homeschool? Leave us a comment with your favorite places in SA that offer “homeschool days” or discounted rates for homeschool groups. We’d love to add to our list!
**** Originally written in 2019 by Anna, and updated in 2024 by Anastasia
