Natural Bridge Caverns donates half of tour ticket proceeds while families enjoy hay mazes, scavenger hunts, live music, and more.
SAN ANTONIO, Texas September 23, 2025 – Natural Bridge Caverns’ Cavern Bat Fest is back this October, bringing families together for fall fun, Hill Country views, and a celebration of bats. This year, opening weekend carries a special purpose: 50% of tour ticket sales will be donated to flood relief efforts in Kerr County when guests use the code BATTY at checkout.
The family-friendly festival takes place every weekend in October and features a full lineup of seasonal activities:
- Mini hay maze perfect for younger explorers
- Bat-themed scavenger hunt across the grounds
- Live music from local performers
- Fall photo stops with pumpkins, scarecrows, and seasonal décor
- Costume bonus: kids in family-friendly costumes receive a free AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket
- Seasonal menu items and treats throughout the month
- Halloween weekend extras (October 25–26) including free Trick or Treating
- “Cavern Bat Fest gives families a chance to enjoy fall in the Texas Hill Country while learning about one of nature’s most important species,” said Travis Wuest, vice president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “This year, we’re honored to stand with our neighbors in Kerr County. By visiting opening weekend, our guests can enjoy a fun day together and know they’re directly helping flood victims rebuild their lives.”
In addition to festival activities, guests can enjoy five different cave tours, the six-story zip rails & ropes course, outdoor mazes, and more.
Event Details:
- What: Cavern Bat Fest
- When: Every weekend in October, with special Trick or Treating October 25–26
- Where: Natural Bridge Caverns, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio, TX 78266
- Tickets: Available at NaturalBridgeCaverns.com Use code BATTY during opening weekend to ensure 50% of ticket proceeds go to Kerr County flood relief.
- For more information on Cavern Bat Fest and other Natural Bridge Caverns adventures, visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
About Natural Bridge Caverns
Natural Bridge Caverns is one of the world’s premier show caverns. Discovered in 1960 by local cavers, this family-owned and operated natural wonder is the largest cavern in Texas. More than two stunning cave tours, the property features above-ground adventures of a different kind including a ropes course, zip rails, a 5,000 square foot outdoor maze, and even an interactive “panning” activity. More of the cavern is still being discovered; the Wuest family along with their caving team are still actively exploring new areas in the massive cavern. Natural Bridge Caverns is a designated State Historical Site, National Natural Landmark, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
