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Your guide to spring break fun in San Antonio

Your guide to spring break fun in San Antonio

Axios10-03-2025

Spring break has arrived in San Antonio, and students are in for a week of sunshine and fun.
We've put together a list of exciting activities to make the most of the break.
Check out the Witte Museum's new exhibition, Staying Alive: Animal Defenses, which explores how animals protect themselves. The museum features 17 live animals, expert talks and giant sculptures.
Admission varies; an additional $6 ticket is needed for the exhibition.
Catch a free double feature of "Frozen" and "Frozen II" at The Rock at La Cantera on Tuesday, starting at 5pm.
Soak in the fun at a free bubble party at Pearl on Friday, 11am-2pm.
Worthy of your time: The DoSeum and Briscoe Western Art Museum are offering extended hours for spring break.
The DoSeum will be open 8am-6pm through Saturday, and noon-5pm on Sunday. Don't miss Uniquely Us, a limited exhibition (open through April 20) that explores race and unity.
Briscoe, which is usually closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, is open all week, 10am-5pm (until 8pm on Thursday). Enjoy free arts and crafts sessions with museum admission.

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