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Exploring San Antonio’s rich cultural history, and its equally entertaining present, doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. These 20 local attractions — from art galleries to outdoor sights to music — offer free fun this summer.

Get your last-minute holiday shopping done at Brickmas (or at least look around) 1414 S Alamo #105, Sat Dec. 22 from 6pm-9pm, Sun Dec. 23 from 10am-6pm, bluestarartscomplex.com We know you definitely didn’t procrastinate on getting Christmas gifts for your loved ones this year. Check out Brickmas anyway -– with your favorite vendors such as Very That and BarbacoApparel. It would be a shame to miss out on absolutely unique and puro San Antonio gifts. Maybe you can even spend some of that jingle you got playing bingo. Photo via Instagram / bluestarartscomplex

Take the kids to The DoSeum 2800 Broadway St, (210) 212-4453, thedoseum.org Whether you’ve got kiddos or are just a kid at-heart, the DoSeum’s free family nights on the first Tuesday of every month are an opportunity for curious minds to run wild. Now through September 25, visitors can take a deep-sea underwater adventure in the exhibit “Voyage to the Deep,” teaching about both underwater creatures and the engineering that lets us explore the ocean’s deep waters. Photo provided by The DoSeum

Take in unique history at Hot Wells Park 5503 S Presa St, bexar.org As a fairly new park, having opened to the public in 2019, Hot Wells Park serves as a finishing touch to the Mission Reach Trails. Explore the area once known for its hot sulfuric waters and identity as a tourist destination; while there’s no longer well water, there’s plenty of history to dip your toes in instead. Photo via Instagram / rosc.and.gloss

Laugh aloud at LOL Comedy Club’s San Antonio Showcase 618 Northwest Loop 410, (210) 541-8805, improvtx.com Veterans and newbies take the stage at LOL Comedy Club to bring an evening of priceless comedy — literally, it’s free. Photo via Instagram / sanantoniolol

Admire Blue Star Contemporary’s innovative exhibits 116 Blue Star, (210) 227-6960, bluestarcontemporary.org A house for innovative contemporary art, this nonprofit’s galleries are open to anyone for free. If you’re lucky, you may get to see one of the venue’s regulars and a true connoisseur of the arts — Duncan, the dog. Photo via Instagram / bluestarartdog

Go skating @ Pearsall Park 4838 Old Pearsall Rd, (210) 207-7275, sanantonio.gov Nestled within Pearsall Park’s 505 acres is the city’s largest public skatepark, alongside other park fitness and family-focused amenities. Lace up, grab your board, or just come along to be among pros and amateurs alike. Photo via Instagram / laurynbskating

Get lost among works of art at the McNay 6000 N New Braunfels Ave, (210) 824-5368, mcnayart.org Thursday afternoons and the first Sunday of every month offer free admission. While you’re there, be sure to check out Yayoi Kusama’s signature infinity mirror room, a part of the museum’s “Limitless!” exhibition running until September 19. Photo via Instagram / motherofgastronomy

Enjoy Agarita’s world-class performances agarita.org Listen to free music from four world-class, innovative San Antonio musicians who have come together to form Agarita, a non-profit devoted to reinventing concert experiences and making the fine arts accessible to all. Photo via Instagram / sacurrent

Swim at San Pedro Springs Park 2200 N. Flores, (210) 732-5992, sanantonio.gov With free open swim on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and weekend afternoons, who’s to say no to a dip in one of San Antonio’s biggest pools, located in the second-oldest park in the country. Photo via Instagram / caroleckelkamp

Find something for everyone at The Witte Museum 3801 Broadway St, (210) 357-1900, wittemuseum.org From dinosaurs to human anatomy to Texas history, the Witte Museum has something for every guest to step through its doors. Admission fees are waived on Tuesday afternoons. Photo via Instagram / jenngarlem

Catch a flick at a Slab Cinema outdoor screening (210) 212-9373, slabcinema.com The outdoor screenings at Travis Park, the San Antonio Museum of Art and Mission Marquee are often free but with limited capacity, so we recommend arriving before sundown to claim your spot. Photo via Instagram / slabcinema

Take the pups to the Phil Hardberger dog parks Multiple locations, (210) 492-7472, philhardbergerpark.org There’s two dog parks within the park itself, one off of NW Military Hwy and another off Blanco Rd, and each has one side for small dogs and another for all other dogs. Photo via Instagram / loschulos_blueychewy

Browse at the Pearl Farmers Market Pearl Pkwy, (210) 947-9252, atpearl.com While we can’t guarantee that you won’t spend money, it’s free to browse the dozens of vendors booths set up every weekend at the Pearl. Photo via Instagram / bottlingdept

Stroll through the San Antonio Museum of Art 200 West Jones Avenue, (210) 978-8100, samuseum.org Marvel at more than 5,000 years of global history and cultures, all while in the heart of San Antonio. Admission fees are waived for locals on Tuesday afternoons and Sunday mornings. Photo via Instagram / sama_art

Find free shows at the Mix 2423 N St Mary’s St, (210) 735-1313, themixsa.com Catch local and touring bands at the Mix, where there’s nightly live music and a dance bar with no cover charge. Photo via Instagram / buzzed_satx

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