From a dog festival to a pet block party, check out these events going on across the San Antonio area for St. Patrick’s Day weekend and the end of spring break.
This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.
Northeast San Antonio Metrocom
Monster’s Vale: Park Days
Head to this day of medieval live action role play for players of all experience and skill levels. Events include educational games and three full combat competitions.
Boerne – Fair Oaks Ranch
Cruisin’ for a Cause Car Show
Benefitting the American Heart Association, this car show will feature vintage and modern vehicles competing for the top trophy.
North San Antonio
Fest of Tails: Dog and Kite Festival
This annual festival features kite flying and a pooch parade for dogs to dress up in style. Proceeds will benefit the SA Parks Foundation.
March 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.Free (admission)McAllister Park, 13102 Jones Maltsberger Road, San Antoniowww.saparks.orgHunter Education Instructor Course
This instructional course will help to certify those looking to become hunting education instructors with Texas Parks & Wildlife.
March 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.$15 (certification fee)San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Room, 3201 E. Houston St., San Antoniowww.sarodeo.comPet Block Party
This community event will celebrate pets in the city and provide free microchipping and vaccine services. The first 100 cats and dogs will receive these free services.
New Braunfels
Hill Country Comicon
This expo will feature comics, cards, collectibles and more, plus a variety of celebrity guests, including Barry Williams and Susan Olsen.
March 14-15, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.$35 (Saturday admission), $40 (Sunday admission)Civic Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfelswww.hillcountrycomicon.comMarch Market at Freiheit
This family-friendly event will showcase local boutiques and other vendors. There will also be a playscape for children. This event is pet-friendly.
March 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.Free (admission)Freiheit Country Store, 2157 FM 1101, New BraunfelsFacebook: Freiheit Country StoreSpring Sip n’ Shop
Get ready for spring with another market that features local vendors, wine tastings and snacks.
March 15, noon-5 p.m.Free (admission)Winery on the Gruene, 1308 Gruene Road, New BraunfelsFacebook: Magic-Time MarketsKids’ Day Out
This daylong event will have games, crafts, movies and more as public schools will be closed for spring break.