When you plan a trip to a small town with this much to do, it can be hard to decide. We’ve curated a list of things that can be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike! It all starts with a stroll down Old Town Helotes, followed by some live music, and top it off with a mouthwatering meal. We welcome you to make yourself at home, create your next story and enjoy our special brand of Texas hospitality.
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Helotes is a shopping delight for anyone interested in beautifully handcrafted goods ranging from the eclectic and artful to collectors’ items. Our shops, offer home décor, imported goods, unique owner creations, clothing and more to create an authentic shopping experience unique to Helotes.
Spend some time in Helotes’ burgeoning art scene and you’ll see why it’s becoming a destination for art lovers. Plan at least half a day to enjoy the historic old town and the distinguished historic homes and buildings. From our live music scene to local theaters our arts & culture scene is anything but ordinary.
No matter what time of year you’re visiting Helotes, there are plenty of events to make your trip memorable. Discover community events such as art fairs, cultural festivals and markets in unique venues. With so many awesome events throughout the year, there’s always something special happening in Helotes, Texas! Shop at the Helotes Marketplace to find unique and memorable holiday presents this year. In December, Helotes kicks off the holiday with Lighting of the Lights on the first Friday in December. Families gather at City Hall with children’s choir performances, tree lighting, and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. You also will not want to miss out on the Helotes Hill Country Christmas Parade on the Second Saturday in December, This night parade brings holiday cheer to eager parade goers with all the entries being illuminated in festive lights.
Just a short drive northwest from San Antonio—22 miles from city center to city limits—you’ll feel like you’ve transcended to a Hill Country oasis. Park on either end of what the locals call Old Town, and stroll to the other end on foot, by bike, or pushing a stroller. Dining, wine spots, and cute bakery cafes all have outdoor dining availability, which makes the city a perfect-weather destination.
The City of Helotes is a unique community that maintains its small-town tranquility and family-oriented activities. Citizens remain committed to economic prosperity while balancing environmental consciousness and historic preservation with modern revitalization. Thanks to our warmer Texas weather, most days you can find plenty to do both indoors and out. But, if you happen to find yourself in our neck of the woods on a really cold day, here are a few family-friendly activities and ideas.
