Looking for free food events and ways to fight hunger in San Antonio this fall? The San Antonio Food Bank has three big ones lined up — and two of them are free to join. Below are the verified dates, locations, and sign-up links for Hunger Action Month, the 28th Annual Harvest of Hope Brunch & Silent Auction, and the Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk.
And if you need food help right now, don’t wait for an event: our free Apply for Me program matches you with San Antonio food assistance programs and sends you a personalized guide — always free.
September: Hunger Action Month — Free to Join
September is Hunger Action Month, and this year the San Antonio Food Bank is framing it around collective action and fresh produce access. The message is simple: there is strength in numbers and power in collective action.
A big focus this month is getting fresh, nutritious produce to more families through the Food Bank’s farmers’ markets and community partners across Southwest Texas. Joining in is free — volunteer, spread the word, or show up. See all Food Bank events and ways to help.
Hunger Action Month
When: All of September 2026
Cost to join: Free
What: Collective action for hunger relief + fresh produce access through farmers’ markets
November 22: 28th Annual Harvest of Hope Brunch & Silent Auction
The Food Bank’s premier fall fundraiser returns for its 28th year. Enjoy dishes from renowned local chefs, bid on unique silent auction treasures, and help honor the 2026 Hunger Fighter of the Year award recipients. Every dollar raised provides meals and assistance for families facing hunger across Southwest Texas.
This one is a ticketed fundraiser (not free to attend), but your ticket directly funds the mission — and local restaurants can also get involved by showcasing dishes or donating auction items.
Harvest of Hope Brunch & Silent Auction
When: Sunday, November 22, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: La Cantera Resort & Spa, 16641 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256
What: Brunch by local chefs, silent auction, Hunger Fighter of the Year honors
November 26: Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk (Thanksgiving Morning)
Start Thanksgiving with a San Antonio tradition. The Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk is a family- and pet-friendly, chip-timed race — and every registration provides a turkey for a family facing hunger this holiday season. It’s billed as a Thanksgiving tradition rooted in gratitude and unity, and it shows: thousands of neighbors lace up together on Thanksgiving morning.
Registration: $40 early (through October 31), $50 after, $55 race day. Kids 4–11 run for $10 with a paid adult; kids 3 and under run free.
Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk
When: Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving) · 8:30 AM start
Where: 622 S. Flores Street, San Antonio, TX
What: Chip-timed 5K — every registration = a turkey for a family in need
Need Free Food Help Right Now?
Events are great, but you don’t have to wait. The San Antonio Food Bank works with 500+ partner organizations across Southwest Texas, and our free Apply for Me program will match you with the food assistance programs you qualify for and email you a personalized step-by-step guide. Free, no catch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are San Antonio Food Bank events free?
Some are. Hunger Action Month activities are free to join. The Harvest of Hope Brunch and Turkey Trot 5K are fundraisers with paid entry — but the money goes directly to feeding families in Southwest Texas.
When is the 2026 Turkey Trot in San Antonio?
Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26, 2026, with an 8:30 AM start at 622 S. Flores Street. Early registration is $40 through October 31.
Where is the Harvest of Hope Brunch held?
La Cantera Resort & Spa, 16641 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256 — Sunday, November 22, 2026, 11 AM to 2 PM.
How can I get free food in San Antonio today?
Use our free Apply for Me program — tell us your situation and we’ll match you with verified local food programs and send a personalized guide with phone numbers and what to say.
