# Winter Carnival at Arnold Park 2026

> Event for families in the San Antonio–New Braunfels area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Fri, Nov 20 (+1 more date) · 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Where: Arnold Park, 1011 Gillette Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78224
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Ground admission free; skating $15 including rental; skating-and-rides wristband $25
- Organizer: San Antonio Parks Foundation
- Official page: https://saparks.org/events/winter-carnival-at-arnold-park-3/
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

A two-day family carnival with a seasonal skating rink, rides and games, holiday music and market, hot cocoa, photo opportunities and light displays. Festival grounds are free to enter.

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