Ring in the new year at one of these kid-friendly events. Several listed below require that you book in advance, so don’t wait too long before they sell out! Did we miss something? Let us know. We’re always looking for new and fun ideas.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31
Local attractions that are open on New Year’s Eve:
San Antonio Botanical Garden
San Antonio Zoo (open New Year’s Day too!)
Witte Museum (open New Year’s Day too!)
Kids Countdown| The DoSeum
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Tickets: $25 for adults and children
Enjoy moon drop, bites, and activities for the whole family!
Celebrate On the Lanes | Bowlero Lanes
Ball drop daytime family party package includes sparkling cider and champagne toasts (for guests 21 and over). Book your party time online. Participating locations:
New Year’s 360 Firework Celebration | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
At 9:00 pm, the entire sky will be illuminated with colorful bursts choreographed to musical favorites and capped by a memorable finale featuring an exciting new version of “Auld Lang Syne.”
Celebrate New Year’s Eve! | Hemisfair
For starters, Tricentennial (San Antonio 300) will be debuting a few videos that will feature highlights of San Antonio’s 300th year. The “Celebrate Family” Zone, presented by H-E-B will be located on Villita St. and feature games and activities for all ages from 6:00–9:00 P.M. Arneson River Theater at the Shops of La Villita will be hosted by Spurs Sports and Entertainment Home Game and will offer more free, family-friendly programming from 6:00–9:00 P.M. Also, as part of the festivities, Yanaguana Garden, along with restaurants and coffee shops inside Hemisfair, will remain open for the public to enjoy all night.
New Year’s Eve Celebration, Monday, December 31st, 7:00 P.M.–1:00 A.M. at Hilton Garden | Tickets: $30 child, $60 adult; Reserved table: $650
Presented by the Association of Puerto Ricans in San Antonio (APRISA). Una despedida de Año Puerto Rican style para toda la comunidad Latina! APRISA invites San Antonio to ring in the new year among family and friends, with great food, champagne toast, and live music with Orquestra Tropicante! Tickets must be purchased online.
Local New Year’s Eve Party, 9:00 P.M.–1:00 A.M. at Embassy Suites |
There will be music, food, party favors, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight complete with a balloon drop. No outside alcohol will be permitted.
Tuesday, January 1
First Day Hike, 9:00 A.M., 10:00 A.M., and 12:00 P.M. at Government Canyon | Park entry fees apply
Arrive at 8:45 A.M. Be a part of a national movement to get people into state parks! Join Friends of Government Canyon State Natural Area volunteers on a guided hike the first day of the year. Open to ages 13 and older; minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Registration required for each participant; no group registrations.
9:00 A.M.–12:00 P.M. Far Reaches/Wildcat Canyon
10:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M. Bluff Spurs
10:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M. Savannah Loop
12:00–4:00 P.M. Far Reaches/Sendero Balcones
Plenty of other state parks in the area will be hosting First Day Hikes. You can find out more on the Texas Parks & Wildlife’s holiday event calendar.
Be safe and see you in 2024!
