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AAA recommends these cities as good destinations to visit during the fall season.

Love fall flavors from Trader Joe’s? One company is willing to pay $1,000 for someone to try all the fall-inspired Pumpkin Palooza foods from the grocery retailer.

Here are shrubs that survive heat, drought, freeze and are deer tolerant.

Even though it doesn’t feel like fall in Texas quite yet, a fan-favorite fall flavor is slowly returning to stores and coffee shops.

Two new terrifying haunts are coming to Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas this Halloween.

A beloved Central Texas fall festival will return in 2024 with a new home and a new name.

Senegal woke up to a new president-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a former tax inspector and political novice.

San Antonio's surplus of acorns likely a symptom of years of drought and temperature extremes

Vibrant autumnal colors will be brightest through mid-November

We want to see it all, from falling leaves to autumn-painted skies!

The sun will rise and set an hour earlier after the time change.

The Gamma Graphene-Infused Heated Jacket is available for men and women, comes with its own power bank, and is on sale through October 31st.

We asked to see the beautiful fall colors around your neighborhood, and you came through better than we could have imagined!

Two years of prolonged drought have caused stress to accumulate on local trees and vegetation.

Some of KSAT 12′s GMSA producers took the short drive to Castroville recently to check out BellCreek Acres.

Don’t break out the coats yet, but you will be able to feel the difference by Friday

It’s officially fall, and that means the leaves around us are officially changing!

ABC is promising some creepy classics, frightening favorites and broadcast “fearmieres” in its lineup this October.

The video shows drone footage captured over Morgan County, Utah, just northeast of Salt Lake City.

Fall gets its official start this weekend in the Northern Hemisphere.

Eggplant, cucumbers, and peppers will do well now.

Things to do around San Antonio this fall

Fans of the classic South Texas pairing of barbacoa and Big Red can celebrate Oct. 7-8 at the R&J Music Pavilion, located at 18086 Pleasanton Road on the city’s South Side.

Saturday marks the first official day of the fall season, meaning cooler weather (should) be ahead. If you’ve been wanting to spend time outdoors but have been avoiding it due to the heat, now’s the time to plan for those fall camping trips.

Where to go for pumpkin patches and corn mazes to kick off spooky season in San Antonio and the surrounding areas.

Freeform has released its full schedule for “31 Nights of Halloween” as it returns for the 25th year.

There are at least five different locations where you can tip-toe through the corn fields this fall with some mazes as close as San Antonio itself or as far away as Marble Falls.

If you have your Halloween decorations out or got an early start to pumpkin carving, we want to see them on KSAT Connect! We could share them on air!

13th Floor Haunted House San Antonio its doors for the 2023 season on Sept. 16 for select nights through Nov. 11.

It’s almost spooky season for SeaWorld San Antonio and that means the park needs scare actors for its annual Howl-O-Scream event.

It’s that time of the year again: Pumpkin Spice Latte season.

The temps outside still may be sweltering, but that won’t stop our favorite brands from unleashing their pumpkin spice flavored items on us. Fall is right around the corner, after all.

For the first time, the popular restaurant chain is giving its original chicken sandwich a seasonal twist with the Honey Pepper Pimento Cheese Chicken Sandwich.

Pat McAfee’s show is moving to ESPN as part of a new multiyear deal.

Andrea Bocelli will perform at the AT&T Center on Nov. 29.

While astronomical seasons deal with the Earth’s revolution around the sun, meteorologists and climatologists combine the calendar and the annual temperature cycle to categorize the seasons.

The “peak” fall foliage season has finally reached the Lone Star State.

Mornings will be near 40° with afternoons only warming into the 50s

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in November.

Consumer Reports nutritionists share some tips to help you get a healthy boost from autumn apples, pumpkins, and the warm spices that go with them.

Wednesday, October 26 marks National Pumpkin Day, so let's take a look at how the weather can impact pumpkin growth.

Temperatures cool down more efficiently on clear, calm nights when the process of radiational cooling takes place more efficiently.

If you are looking for an event to show off your pups’ Halloween costume, look no further.

An early week rain chance arrives as our next cold front moves into South Texas along with cooler and drier air.

Fall is here, and what better way to enjoy the cooler weather than being outside with family and friends.

Missing that fall feel? We may be able to find another taste of it by this time next week.

It’s no secret that this year hasn’t been particularly kind to us in terms of rainfall. As we get ready to flip the calendar over to the month of October, here’s a look at our rainfall stats through the first nine months of the year so far.

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in October.

Fall is officially here, and now is a great time to start gardening and building soil in your garden or refreshing container gardens.

If autumn is your favorite season, then you’ll be happy to know that there are several fall festivals taking place around Texas.

Each week, from Sept. 24 through Nov. 3, Santikos theaters will offer two movies a week for $1 admission.

The online booking website says the downtown San Antonio hotel sees an increase in searches on their site in October as people look for bone-chilling stays.

The fall season has finally arrived, but it won’t look like autumn in South-Central Texas until about another two months.

The fall season starts next week, and soon we’ll be able to go outside without immediately breaking a sweat.

The Autumn Spice milkshake is the first new milkshake flavor nationwide in four years.

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in September.

Fall may not officially start for another month, but pumpkin season starts at Starbucks on Tuesday.

Here are some things to do in San Antonio and the surrounding areas this fall.

Jaylen Brown scored 34 points and the Boston Celtics beat depleted Cleveland 111-101 on Wednesday night to end the Cavaliers’ winning streak at six.

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in December.

Fall is the perfect time to make those necessary home fixes that may have slipped through the cracks over the summer but should definitely be addressed before winter. Not sure where to begin? Consumer Reports reveals the fall chores you can’t afford to ignore.

One San Antonio mother has a warning about uncarved pumpkins that will make your skin crawl.

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in November.

A great fall tradition is roasting all the pumpkin seeds that you scoop out of your soon-to-be jack-o’-lantern -- and you’ve more than likely done it in the oven.

San Antonio’s unique Day of the Dead River Parade welcomed in-person attendees on Friday night after the pandemic forced the event to be virtual-only last year.

There’s just something magical about the fall: The weather, the change in season, that feeling that Halloween is almost here, and for some, crunchy leaves, sweaters and bonfires.

In Central Texas, the "peak" season for fall foliage is mid-November

Pumpkins are costing a bit more this year due to high demand and labor shortages.

Get 12 bottles of wine and 3 bottles of margaritas for $69

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in October.

Here’s a list of some fall things (and a few winter ones for good measure) to look forward to in San Antonio.

Try out this hearty fall meal idea from San Antonio's Chef Leo Davila, of Stixs & Stone restaurant.

The Tower of the Americas will host its second annual Octoberfest with sips from more than 23 European breweries.

View a list of some of the events going on in San Antonio and the surrounding areas in September.

Here are some things to look forward to now that it’s almost fall

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for pumpkin spice fans.

One of the largest Día de los Muertos festivals in the United States is returning this year after a hiatus due to COVID-19, and it is taking place in downtown San Antonio.

Fall’s Blessing Bags have already benefitted 150 people across the city. Blessing bags were created and distributed to the homeless by a San Antonio 7-year-old. The bags are filled with different items including snacks, toiletries, socks and items specific to the season including a beanie and gloves. “It’s a poem by Ben Harper.”AdShe hopes her Blessing Bags encourage others to get involved with her mission or one close to their heart. For more information on the project or to make a donation, visit Blessing Bags’ Facebook page here.

FILE - In this March 1, 2020 file photo, a model wears a creation for the Valentino fashion collection during Women's fashion week Fall/Winter 2020/21 presented in Paris. Ending the confusion over the fate of Paris Fashion Week, French fashion's regulatory body has said that this month's Paris men's and haute couture fashion shows will be strictly audience-free over coronavirus fears. (AP Photo/Francois Mori, File)PARIS – Ending the confusion over the fate of Paris Fashion Week, French fashion's regulatory body has said that this month's Paris men’s and haute couture shows will be strictly audience-free over coronavirus fears. They were among four brands planning live shows this round. The Milan Fashion Week calendar from Jan. 15-19 is much scaled back from usual, with just 40 brands participating.

SAN ANTONIO – A rare kayaking excursion along the San Antonio River Walk has been extended through the holidays and into the new year. The City of San Antonio on Wednesday announced that the “popular” kayaking program will be offered on weekends through Jan. 31. “Kayaking on the River Walk is a unique experience that gives participants the opportunity to experience the beauty of the River Walk from the river itself,” Mayor Ron Nirenberg said in a news release. City officials said about 1,800 people have kayaked throughout the River Walk so far. A portion of the funds from the kayaking reservations go to the San Antonio River Walk Association.

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SAN ANTONIO – Halloween may be over, but the “chh chh chh ahh ah ah” is still echoing at the Mission Outdoor Theater. Jason Vorhees, or at least an actor who played him, will be at a meet-and-greet for a double feature of “Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives" and “Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan." Additional movies are playing at the Mission Outdoor Theater this weekend. Fred Reyes, the owner of the Mission Outdoor Theater, previously told KSAT that “there’s a lot going on” at the theater right now as the drive-in concept becomes more and more popular. Mission Outdoor Theatre is located at 8069 Challenger Blvd.

This fall festival is open on Saturdays and Sundays through November. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, leaves and other yard debris account for 34.7 million tons of waste per year in the U.S. Experts say yard waste generates methane gas, which pollutes the air we breathe, as well as the soil and water. Experts say instead of raking fallen leaves, mow over them with a lawn mower to cut them down. Experts say fallen leaves will help your grass if they are cut down, rather than lying flat on top. You can use shredded leaves as mulch to use in perennial garden beds before winter comes, and they will also help replenish your soil.

SAN ANTONIO – Texans needing a day of rest and relaxation after the chaotic election season can get into any state park for free on Sunday. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is waiving fees at all of the state parks in honor of Veterans Day. “The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas State Parks are proud to honor the men and women that serve our country in the military,” Rodney Franklin, director of Texas State Parks, said in a news release. “What better way to celebrate their service and dedication than by spending the day at a beautiful Texas State Park.”Veterans Day lands on Wednesday, Nov. 11. TPWD is reminding happy campers that parks have capacity limits, and it is recommended that they reserve a day pass online or by calling 512-389-8900.

This summer, many of us turned to the outdoors as a safe space to relax and get together with others. And as we head into fall and winter, they can still be a safe and cozy space to use with the help of a patio heater. Angie Hicks, co-founder of Angie’s List says gas heaters use either propane or natural gas and are a very effective way to quickly warm your space. Propane heaters come in many portable options, while natural gas heaters do require professional installation. Keep in mind that the average electric heater or fire table won’t be able to warm as large of an area as a gas heater.

SAN ANTONIO – As your change your clock and fall back to standard time this weekend, it’s a good time to test and replace smoke detector batteries and start checking off your fall to-do list. Fall back this weekend with end of daylight saving timeRoutine home maintenance now can save you headaches, hassles and money down the road. Fall back this weekend with end of daylight saving timeNext, take your tools and vacuum to the laundry room. Draining it once a year can help prevent water deposit buildup, extend the life of the water heater, help it run better and help you avoid cold showers. RELATED: 20 state parks for fall camping within a day’s trip from San Antonio

Enjoy shopping, rides, festivals and food at Traders Village this fall | SA Live | KSAT12Published: October 15, 2020, 1:46 pmThe Corny Maze is the largest in South Texas sitting at 10 acres and San Antonio’s first and only corn maze.

SAN ANTONIO – Several autumn and Halloween events are on the San Antonio Botanical Garden’s schedule this weekend — a perfect combination with the upcoming cold front. The Botanical Garden is hosting Fall-O-Weekends this month, along with other events for adults, children and horror fans. Tickets to the scavenger hunt cost $35, and they include a “garden-inspired tasting menu” and a pumpkin sangria. San Antonio Botanical Garden Chef Katrina Flores and Silo Terrace Oyster Bar Chef Joseph T. Martinez will be the instructors. From 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Oct. 29-31, Horror on the Lake will put a frightful twist on the Botanical Garden.

SAN ANTONIO – A drive-in movie theater in the Brooks community is serving up screams this month with a slew of scary movies. The Mission Outdoor Theater, which opened last month to give residents an outdoor entertainment option during the pandemic, has released its movie lineup for October, with more to be added. Fred Reyes, the owner of the Mission Outdoor Theater, said “there’s a lot going on” at the theater right now as the drive-in concept becomes more and more popular. On Oct. 17, the theater will present “Grease” for free, but guests must sign up online first. Here’s the movie lineup at the Mission Outdoor Theater in October.

San Antonio – Design Improvised’s owner Haeley Giambalvo shows how you can create fall themed wreaths and pumpkins yourself and keep it inexpensive. The wreath that Haeley creates is made from a wire wreath form and burlap ribbon, and just requires you to bunch the ribbon through the wreath form, glue on your flowers and you are all set to hang it on your door this fall. For the pumpkins you can use vinyl stickers and spray paint from the craft store. You can set the stickers, spray paint the pumpkins and remove the stickers to spell out whatever you wish. For further instructions and more DIY design ideas, go to Design Improvised’s website.

SAN ANTONIO – Nothing is better on a cool, crisp, fall morning than sitting with some coffee and a slice of pumpkin bread. You can add your own variations by adding nuts or making pumpkin muffins instead of a loaf. In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and spice mix. Once mixed, add an egg and mix, then add the second egg and mix again. Now add the can of pure pumpkin and mix.

Electric-Fiesta has planned for a variety of drive-in performances, including comedy and EDM, for the Freeman Coliseum for Halloween weekend. The multi-day series starts with an interactive sing-a-long edition of the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” and a “non-essential comedy” show on Oct. 29. On Oct. 30 and 31, the EDM Drive-In, Volume 2, will call Virtual Riot, Etc! To adhere to social distancing guidelines, venues and promoters have switched to the drive-in experience for movie showings, concerts and performances. This summer, the EDM Drive-In made its debut at the Freeman Coliseum, with towers set up so Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies could monitor at a safe distance and officers patrolling the grounds.

Fall is officially here, and to kick off all the wonderful flavors of apples and cinnamon, H-E-B’s chef Scott Tompkins has the perfect recipe for breakfast. Allow to sit for 30 minutes or until apples are very tender and easily pierced with a toothpick. Strain off liquid place apples into a container with and refrigerate until fully cooled. For best results refrigerate apples overnight. To serve, place yogurt into bowls, top with apples and finish with granola.

SAN ANTONIO – For the first time in 30 years, you can kayak through the business district portion of the San Antonio River Walk. Officials with the River Walk told KSAT this limited-time opportunity is only available on weekends in October, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 8 to 11 a.m.Reservations are required and cost $50 for two hours. If you chose to launch your own kayak, a reservation is still required and costs $15. “We’ve seen an enormous uptick in reservations the last 2 days, so we definitely expect a sellout,” said River Walk spokesperson Maggie Thompson. A portion of the funds from the kayaking reservations will go to the San Antonio River Walk Association to help fund future events as this year’s events have been mostly canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Well, Taco Cabana may have just the thing to snap you into a festive fall mood: Seasonal margaritas, including pumpkin spice, sour gummy and blood orange flavors. Rich Stockinger, CEO and President of the Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., said the company is releasing three seasonal margarita flavors following the success of the company’s summer margarita lineup. The new fall margaritas will be available at all locations in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston and San Antonio. For more information on Taco Cabana’s new seasonal margarita offerings or other menu items, please visit TacoCabana.com. Related: Taco Cabana adds sopapilla shots and other adult beverages to menu

SAN ANTONIO – Now that we’re past the first presidential debate in the year that feels like it won’t end - we have earned the right to celebrate making it to October. 2020 is not the kick-off to a new decade we were hoping for but thankfully there are some things to look forward to. San Antonio residents, in particular, have several things to be happy about this fall. Here’s a list of some of the things we are looking forward to:

“Many traditional activities can put you at higher risk for exposure to COVID-19," the CDC states. “There are several safer, alternative ways to celebrate Día de los Muertos. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate in in-person Día de los Muertos festivities.”The CDC listed out three categories of activities — low, moderate and high risk — for Día de los Muertos, as well as Halloween and Thanksgiving. Moderate risk activities include hosting an outdoor parade, visiting cemetery graves and hosting small dinner celebrations. Higher risk activities include attending large indoor celebrations with singing or chanting or holding large dinner parties.

The Big Bend National Park is expanding its campsite options and recreational offerings after they were forced to close due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Rio Grande will be available for overnight river trips, both commercial and private, too. The Chisos Basin Lodge and Restaurant, park visitor centers, Rio Grande Village campground, the Cottonwood campground and the Rio Grande Village RV campground remain closed at this time. Big Bend National Park's phased re-opening continues. The next stage will occur on Tuesday, September... Posted by Big Bend National Park on Wednesday, September 23, 2020Read also:

Orchards are a great way to practice social distancing while still enjoying the freedom of leaving your house. KH Farms, which grows strawberries for the Poteet Strawberry Festival every year, is located at 200 W Tank Hollow Road in Poteet. Kosub FarmsThis pick-your-own strawberry farm is closed for the season but it’s a great place to visit when it reopens for the next season. Sonlight Apple Orchard is located in Mason at Hwy 29 East, just under half a mile from the courthouse. Call ahead to the particular farm or orchard you are hoping to visit to make sure they are open and accepting visitors.