From a festival celebrating the return of monarchs to San Antonio and a dog-friendly 5K, check out these spring events happening this weekend across the Greater San Antonio metro area.

This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

North San Antonio

Monarch Fest

Hosted at the city zoo, this weekend festival will focus on the importance of butterflies and pollinators. There will be hands-on activities from experts, live music, photo opportunities and more. The festival is free with standard zoo admission.

March 21-22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.$36-40 (admission)San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N. St. Mary’s St., San Antoniowww.sazoo.orgNortheast San Antonio Metrocom

Easter Egg-stravaganza

Designed for ages 1 to 12, this egg hunt will hide eggs in a pool so participants can dive in and search. There will also be local food vendors and more at the splash pad.

March 20, 5-7 p.m.Free (preregistration required)Schertz Aquatic Center, 621 Westchester Drive, SchertzFacebook: Schertz Family YMCA‘Brothers After War’: A Movie and Seminar Experience

Watch a free screening of this war movie and participate in a seminar discussion about life in combat and in the military.

Power Wheels Derby

Children ages 3 to 8 are encouraged to participate in this racing event with their own Power Wheels miniature cars.

March 22, 2-5 p.m.$15 (racer entry)Community Circle Drive, Community Circle, Schertzwww.schertz.comNew Braunfels

Live @ Landa: Concert in the Park

Head to this free concert at the park in New Braunfels featuring the musical talent of The Joel Hoffman band. Guests are encouraged to bring towels, blankets and chairs.

‘Beetlejuice Jr. The Musical’

Catch this live theatrical performance of the spooky film classic, “Beetlejuice.”

March 20-22, Friday 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Saturday 1-4 p.m., 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m.$16.40-18.45 (price based on seat selection)New Braunfels Performing Arts, 131 Gattuso Road, New Braunfelswww.nbperformingarts.comFischer Park Dog Rodeo

This year’s dog rodeo will feature racing, a costume contest, local vendors, and a K9 demonstration from the New Braunfels Police Department.

March 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.Free (admission)Fischer Park, 1935 Hilltop Summit Road, New Braunfelshttps://bit.ly/4rymbgtBoerne – Fair Oaks Ranch

Feast of St. Benedict Spaghetti Dinner

Enjoy spaghetti, wine and company during this fundraiser dinner for the Benedictine Sisters of Boerne.

HCAL Tails on the Trail Fun Run

Choose to race in either a 1K or 3K with this dog-friendly fun run along Cibolo Creek. Proceeds will benefit the Hill Country Animal League.