For a truly unforgettable experience, take your family to Lourdes Grotto & Tepeyac de San Antonio, where the Oblates of Mary Immaculate of the Southern U.S. Province is honored with a perfect replica of the shrine from Lourdes, France. The Grotto resembles the cave where the Blessed Mother appeared to St. Bernadette. Within the Grotto, a statue of Our Lady of Lourdes looks down upon Bernadette kneeling in prayer. Not only is this cave for devotion to the Patroness of the Americas, but the Tepeyac also honors the work of Oblate missionaries among Latino communities in the U.S., Mexico, and beyond.
The Josephine Theatre is a reminder of the loving testament and desire to provide opportunities for individuals to enjoy and grow in the excitement of live theater as patrons, performers, and students. This beautiful and historic venue is known to inspire developing artists and enhance your appreciation of live theater, music, magic, comedy, and much more.
Mark your calendar for the second weekend in October to attend the annual Floresville Peanut Festival, where you are guaranteed an exciting weekend filled with fun for the whole family. Watch the parade, play games, visit the beer garden, listen to live music, and enjoy good food.
Get your hiking gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors like never before at Friedrich Wilderness Park, featuring over 600 acres of undeveloped hill-country terrain and over 10 miles of paved and unpaved trails waiting for your exploration. Join an experienced tour guide who will help you pick the best trail for your group of family and friends and allow you to spend the day observing wildlife, such as the endangered Black-capped Vireo bird, the Golden–Cheeked Warbler, the vegetation, and so much more.