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A Spring Break Week Packed For Family Friendly and Communal Fun
As March and spring time begins, the calendar is beginning to fill with spring programming across the city. Spring Break 2026 in San Antonio is primarily scheduled for March 9 to March 13, when most local school districts including SAISD and NEISD will be on break.
The city is also opening its splash pads starting March 7 and offering free swim hours at the Atanacio Garcia Natatorium from March 9 through March 14, giving families more ways to cool off and stay active during the break.
At the same time, Women’s History Month events are happening across San Antonio Public Library branches, while community spaces like La Villita and the River Walk are hosting free workshops, fitness events, and seasonal festivals leading into St. Patrick’s Day celebrations later in the month.
This Week’s Calendar: March 5- March 12
Enjoy Spring Break and Women’s History Month with all the fun activities planned!
2026 Spring Break Camps
Where: 18 San Antonio Community Centers | When: March 9-13, 2026 | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Affordable Spring Break programming for ages 6 to 14 at locations including Copernicus, Cuellar, Dawson, Garrett, Garza, Hamilton, Harlandale, Melendrez, Miller’s Pond, Normoyle, Palm Heights, Quintero, Ramirez, Robinette, San Juan, Ward, Woodard, and Yates.
Cost is $3 per child per day and includes lunch and a snack. Activities include fitness, active games, science and nature exploration, and arts and crafts. Registration is required, click here to sign up.
San Antonio Public Library Women’s History Month Exhibit
Where: Mission Branch Library, 3134 Roosevelt Ave. | When: Through March 30
A special exhibit honoring women who helped shape San Antonio history, highlighting education leaders and community figures with schools named in their honor within SAISD. Learn more: https://guides.mysapl.org/Women
Saturday, March 7
Splash Pads Open for the Season
Where: See nearby splash pad locations here | When: Beginning March 7 | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily
City of San Antonio splash pads reopen for the season, offering free water play areas for families across local parks. Visit SA.gov/Parks for a full list of locations.
STEM-agine That!
Where: Hamilton Community Center, 10700 Nacogdoches Rd. | When: March 7, 2026 | 10 AM to 1 PM
A free, family friendly STEM event featuring hands on activities, live presentations, and a community resource fair highlighting science, technology, engineering, and math in everyday life. Free pie will be served in celebration of Pi Day. Registration is required, click here to sign up.
Sunday, March 8
Patti LaBelle Live in Concert
Where: Majestic Theatre, 224 E Houston St. | When: March 8, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Music icon Patti LaBelle brings more than six decades of legendary performances to the Majestic Theatre. The Grammy Award winning artist is known for her powerful vocals, timeless rhythm and blues classics, for tickets click HERE.
Sana Sunday: Taekwondo Self Defense
Where: La Villita Historic Arts Village, Plaza Juarez, 418 Villita St. | When: March 8 | 10 a.m. to Noon | FREE
Start the morning with a free self defense class led by Chris Navarro of Navarro’s Taekwondo Academy, open to beginners and families.
Monday, March 9
Spring Break for Local School Districts
Where: San Antonio Area School Districts | When: March 9 to March 13
Spring Break 2026 in San Antonio is primarily scheduled for March 9 to March 13, when most local school districts including SAISD and NEISD will be on break. Expect increased activity at parks, museums, and the River Walk, where families will find seasonal events, festivals, and activities happening across the city.
Free Spring Break Open and Lap Swim Hours
Where: Atanacio Garcia Natatorium | When: March 9 to March 14
Families can enjoy free swim hours during Spring Break at the Atanacio Garcia Natatorium. Click here for more information and the holiday schedule.
Tuesday, March 10
Craft Tuesday: Covered Planter Pots
Where: La Villita Historic Arts Village, Cos House, 418 Villita St. | When: March 10 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. | FREE
This family friendly craft night invites participants to decorate a planter pot and take home a succulent. Supplies are provided and registration is required. Click here to sign up.
Free Spring Break Celebration Inspired by African Masquerades
Where: San Antonio Museum of Art | When: March 10 | Free activities 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Free admission 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Hands on art, storytelling, drumming performances, and cultural activities inspired by African masquerade traditions. Visit samuseum.org for more information.
Changing Gears: The Women Who Redefined Racing
Where: Pan American Branch Library, 1122 W Pyron Ave. | When: March 10 | 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A Women’s History Month lecture exploring trailblazing women in motorsports. Visit mysapl.org for more information.
Thursday, March 12
Spring Break Fest
Where: Historic Market Square, 514 W Commerce | When: March 12-15 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
An expanded version of Fiesta Primavera featuring live music, entertainment, food booths, working artists, shopping, and more. For more information, visit marketsquaresa.com.
Diana Ross
Where: Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St. | When: March 12 | 7:30 PM
Music icon Diana Ross brings decades of legendary hits to San Antonio. From her time leading The Supremes to her solo classics, the evening promises timeless vocals and stage presence at one of the city’s most historic venues. Click here for tickets.
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Emerald Run 5K
Where: Jones Avenue and Avenue B, San Antonio River Walk | When: March 14
Runners, walkers, and families are invited to participate in the annual Emerald Run 5K along the scenic River Walk, celebrating the arrival of spring and St. Patrick’s season.
Block Party Carnival Themed Fun
Where: SAY Sí | When: March 14
A spring break celebration with games, art making, entertainment, and family friendly activities. Check out more on their Facebook or by clicking here.
Breaking the Grid: The Five Women Who Entered Formula 1
Where: Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park | When: March 14 | 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
This Women’s History Month program explores the groundbreaking stories of the first women to compete in Formula 1 racing. Visit mysapl.org for more details and events this Women’s History Month.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival and River Parade
Where: La Villita Historic Arts Village and the River Walk | When: March 15-16 | FREE
The River Walk turns green for the annual festival with live entertainment, artisan vendors, and family friendly celebrations. For more information, visit sanantonioriverwalk.com.
Agarita + Pablo Sáinz Villegas
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | When: March 22
In this free community event, Agarita’s spring season continues with internationally acclaimed guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas performing world premiere works as part of a collaborative chamber program. Visit agarita.org for more information.
Inside Outside: Considerations for Teaching Artists Workshop
Where: Josephine Theatre | When: March 23 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | FREE
A UTSA Arts workshop for artists interested in working with incarcerated creators and performers. Click here to learn more.
