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Spooky Season in San Antonio

San Antonio’s Día de los Muertos fills the city with river parades, candlelit altars, alebrijes, pan de muerto, live music, art, food, and meaningful traditions honouring departed loved ones. Ofrendas are altars created to welcome and honour loved ones who have passed away. They often include photographs, candles, marigolds, papel picado, favourite foods, personal belongings, and other items connected to the people being remembered.

For hair-raising fun explore the darker side of the San Antonio River Walk. This one-hour downtown cruise is packed with haunted tales, chilling folklore, and paranormal intrigue. For an evening filled with spine-tingling ghost stories and historical intrigue, look no further than Sisters Grimm Ghost Tours. With a variety of tour options, there’s something to delight every ghost enthusiast. Combine history, hauntings, and a bit of boozy fun with Nightly Spirits Ghost Tours. These guided pub crawls are perfect for those who love a good ghost story.

Posted by: Visit San Antonio
Posted on: 19/10/2026

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