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Some San Antonio neighborhoods go through 100 pounds of candy in a single Halloween night. Others draw crowds with elaborate yard displays, historic homes covered in Halloween decorations, and streets where kids can hit one candy stop after another.
You just need to know where to go before the evening gets away from you. This guide to trick or treat San Antonio covers the neighborhoods worth exploring, plus local festivals and Halloween events where kids can show off their costumes, collect treats, and enjoy October 31 without spending the whole night in the car.
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Best Places to Trick or Treat San Antonio: Family-Friendly Neighborhoods
Alamo Heights
Load up those candy bags and head for Alamo Heights, where Halloween means glowing porch lights, generous candy bowls, and kids racing ahead to see what the next house has in store.
Texas Farm Bureau Insurance named it one of Texas’s top trick-or-treating neighborhoods, and the Quarry area is a favorite starting point. With houses close together and plenty of residents joining the fun, you can rack up a serious candy haul without wearing out little legs halfway through the evening.
The best part? This is a neighborhood where people genuinely get into the Halloween spirit year after year. Bring the kids early for a free trick-or-treat at Alamo Quarry Market from 4 to 6 PM, then head into the residential streets to keep the candy collection going.
When: October 31, 2026
Where: Alamo Heights, TX 78209
How Much: Free
Stone Oak
Get the kids dressed up, grab your candy bags, and set off through Stone Oak, where decorated houses, glowing porches, and neighborhood festivities make Halloween feel like a proper community celebration.
Canyon Springs and The Heights at Stone Oak are two subdivisions worth checking out, with residents known for going all-out on decorations and getting involved in the festivities. KSAT’s viewer poll even placed Stone Oak among San Antonio’s best Halloween neighborhoods, alongside Alamo Heights and Monte Vista.
The streets are generally well-lit, and the atmosphere leans more toward cheerful Halloween fun than full-on fright night.
Visiting before October 31? Swing by the Stone Oak Skeleton House, where the skeleton display has changed daily since 2020. It’s a fun little Halloween detour before the big candy hunt.
When: October 31, 2026
Where: Stone Oak, San Antonio, TX
How Much: Free
Windcrest
Some neighborhoods put out a few pumpkins for Halloween. Windcrest residents have a reputation for going much, much further.
Known for its elaborate Christmas light displays, the city brings that same creative energy to October.
One local home owned by former Great Christmas Light Fight contestants has even become a trick-or-treating attraction in its own right. The 2024 display featured Killer Klowns from Outer Space and nearly 20 animatronics, drawing close to 400 trick-or-treaters to a single house in one night.
You can also take the candy hunt to Windcrest City Hall for a free Trunk or Treat from 6 to 8 PM, then check out the Fire Department’s Haunted House inside the Fire Bay.
Just check the scare level before bringing little ones: the city advises against the haunted house for young children and anyone with heart or respiratory conditions.
When: October 31, 2026
Where: Windcrest, TX
How Much: Free
Terrell Hills
Make Geneseo, Elizabeth, Terrell, and Morningside streets part of your Halloween game plan, and get ready for an evening of doorbells, costume compliments, and candy bags getting heavier by the block.
The San Antonio Express-News has repeatedly highlighted these streets as places that fill with trick-or-treaters every October 31.
You can stroll along wide sidewalks, admire the decorated homes, and let the kids decide which porch to visit next. For families who want classic neighborhood trick-or-treating without intense haunted-house scares, Terrell Hills deserves a spot on the list.
When: October 31, 2026
Where: Terrell Hills, TX 78209
How Much: Free
Monte Vista Historic District
Bring your biggest candy bags and start early in Monte Vista.
This historic neighborhood draws serious Halloween crowds, and some residents prepare accordingly. One homeowner told KSAT he bought 100 pounds of candy and expected 300 to 500 trick-or-treaters at his house alone. That’s a lot of little ghosts, superheroes, and princesses knocking on one door!
The catch is that the candy can run out early. The Monte Vista Historical Association president has said many residents are already out of treats by 8 or 8:30 PM, so get here before the evening slips away.
Start around the streets near San Pedro Springs Park, where participating homes cluster together and make it easier to keep your candy hunt moving.
As you explore, watch for a particularly creative driveway photo backdrop created by a local husband-and-wife artist team. They’ve built a different themed setup every Halloween since 2010, drawing hundreds of visitors, though they keep the address private.
Spotting it can be part of the adventure.
When: October 31, 2026
Where: Monte Vista Historic Area, TX 87212
How Much: Free
King William Historic District
Picture the kids showing off their costumes as you wander past grand Victorian homes, wide front porches, and neighbors ready to hand out Halloween treats. That’s the charm of trick-or-treating in the King William Historic District.
By around 7:30 PM, Madison Street and the surrounding blocks are bustling with candy hunters, so give yourself time to soak up the atmosphere instead of rushing from house to house.
Residents help keep the tradition going year after year, and even the King William Historic District Association president has been known to head outside and hand out candy on the block.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, keep the candy bags handy, and enjoy an evening where the neighborhood itself becomes part of the Halloween fun.
When: October 31, 2026
Where: King William Historic District, 122 Madison St, San Antonio, TX 78204
How Much: Free
Trunk or Treat & Community Halloween Events
Zoo Boo! Presented by PNC Bank
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Six trick-or-treat stations, candy between animal exhibits, and a zoo full of Halloween decorations? Zoo Boo! gives you a whole afternoon of family fun without the jump scares that might send your toddler straight back into your arms.
Celebrating its 40th year in 2026, this San Antonio favorite runs daily, with trick-or-treating from 4 to 5 PM.
This year also brings a Fiesta de los Muertos experience featuring a Marigold Bridge, an Ofrenda de Animales, and a Plaza de los Recuerdos honoring animals that have passed away.
Older kids craving a little more creepy-crawly fun can pay extra for the Spider Rainforest, where real spiders and gothic butterflies await.
On Halloween night, the zoo stays open until 9 PM for special evening activities. Just time your visit carefully: the candy stations don’t open until 4 PM, so arriving too early won’t get you a head start on the treats.
When: September 19 – November 1, 2026
Where: San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212
How Much: Included in admission
Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party at LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Image credit: Legoland Discovery Center (San Antonio)
Trade the usual candy hunt for a Halloween adventure built out of LEGO bricks at Brick-or-Treat, happening throughout October inside Rivercenter Mall.
Kids can build glowing creations in the Ghoulish Glow Zone, hunt for Minifigure Monsters hidden around MINILAND San Antonio, and see the city’s landmarks recreated with 1.5 million LEGO bricks.
There’s also The Great Monster Chase 4D movie, potion-making fun in the Potion Kitchen, and a Halloween dance party to burn off some of that candy-fueled energy.
Halloween giveaways are available while supplies last, although the building challenges and monster hunt are the real draw. The experience is designed for kids ages 2 to 12 who need to be accompanied by an adult.
When: October 1 – 31, 2026
Where: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 849 E Commerce St Suite 910, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $21.99
More Delightful Than Frightful Halloween at Morgan’s Wonderland
Image credit: Morgan’s Wonderland
Costumes, cookies, pumpkins, and plenty of treats await at Morgan’s Wonderland, where Halloween fun is designed to welcome everyone.
During the Halloween celebration, held on weekends throughout October and on Halloween night, you can take the kids trick-or-treating, get their faces painted, snap photos at themed stations, decorate pumpkins, and make cookies together.
Costume contests with prizes take place every Saturday, giving little ones another excuse to show off their Halloween creations.
Admission is free for guests with special needs, and a portion of general admission proceeds supports the San Antonio Food Bank.
When: September 27 – October 31, 2026
Where: Morgan’s Wonderland, 5223 David Edwards Dr, San Antonio, TX 78233
How Much: Free for individuals with disabilities and kids 2 and under | $20 for kids 3 – 13 and seniors (62+) | $14 for 14 – 61 | $25 for military
Spooklandia Halloween Event at PicaPica Plaza
Image credit: PicaPica PLaza
Let the kids fill their candy bags while you explore Spooklandia at PicaPica Plaza, a South Side indoor marketplace where the local vendors swap their usual business for Halloween treats.
Instead of walking around a parking lot collecting candy from car trunks, your little ghouls can visit the people who run the marketplace’s small businesses and enjoy a proper neighborhood celebration along the way.
A DJ keeps the music going, while karaoke, face painting, and a costume contest with cash prizes add plenty of reasons to stick around after the candy hunt. The event is free, and goodie bags are available while supplies last.
When: October 31, 2026 | 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: PicaPica Plaza, 910 SE Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free
Know Before You Go: Local Tips for Trick-or-Treating in San Antonio
You don’t have to stay near downtown to find a good Halloween candy run. Alamo Heights and Monte Vista draw plenty of trick-or-treaters, but families in Boerne, New Braunfels, Helotes, and Schertz have their own neighborhood celebrations and community events to check out.
If you’re driving into San Antonio for Zoo Boo! or another organized event, check the schedule before leaving. Some activities run on select weekends, while others happen daily during October.
For Halloween night, bring a flashlight, add reflective details to dark costumes, and plan your route before the kids get too excited to stop and check the map. Popular neighborhoods can get crowded, and arriving early gives you more time to enjoy the decorations before some residents run out of candy.
Common Questions About Trick-or-Treating in San Antonio
What time does trick-or-treating start in San Antonio?
Most neighborhood trick-or-treating gets going around dusk, usually between 5:30 and 6 PM on October 31, with many families wrapping up by around 8:30 PM.
Individual households set their own hours, though, so don’t assume every porch will be handing out candy at the same time.
Organized events often start earlier, sometimes in the afternoon or on weekends leading up to Halloween. Check the event’s current schedule before heading out, especially if you’re planning your evening around a specific candy stop.
Where is the best place to go trick-or-treating in San Antonio?
For a traditional door-to-door candy hunt, start with Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Windcrest, or Monte Vista, where participating residents and busy Halloween streets draw families each year.
Windcrest is especially worth considering if your kids love elaborate Halloween displays, while Monte Vista is known for attracting big crowds and running out of candy early.
Prefer an organized event? Zoo Boo! combines candy stops with animal exhibits, and Spooklandia at PicaPica Plaza brings trick-or-treating, music, and a costume contest indoors. The best choice depends on your kids’ ages, how much walking they can handle, and whether they’re after a neighborhood candy haul or a planned Halloween activity.
Is there an age limit or law for trick-or-treating in San Antonio?
San Antonio does not have a general legal age limit for trick-or-treating. Older kids and teenagers can join in, too, but it’s considerate to follow the household’s lead, respect private property, and leave enough candy for younger visitors.
If your teens are heading out without an adult, agree on their route and check-in times beforehand. Also, remember that individual venues may have their own age or admission rules, so check those before making plans.
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