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Memorial Day & July 4th Getaways in Texas

May 9, 2026 9 min read

Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day are the three biggest cabin-rental weekends of the year in Texas. They also book the earliest. If you're reading this in May or June and want a real holiday getaway near San Antonio, you're looking at booking 8–16 weeks ahead — and the cabins that go first are always the same ones: waterfront, big enough for a family BBQ, with a real firepit.

Memorial Day Weekend (Late May)

Memorial Day cabin weekend at Son's Rio Cibolo

The unofficial start of summer in Texas. Spring-fed Cibolo Creek is around 70°F, days are 85–90°, and the cabins are perfect for a 3-night long weekend. Waterfront cabins sell out first, then safari cabins. Book now →

July 4th Weekend

Peak summer. The creek is the cool-water answer to 100° afternoons. BBQ at the cabin, kayak in the morning, swim at noon, firepit at night. Some local fireworks are visible from parts of the property — check with us at booking. Personal fireworks are not allowed on property.

Labor Day Weekend (September)

The most underrated cabin weekend of the year — temperatures start to drop and crowds thin out. Often the easiest holiday to book within 2–4 weeks of the weekend.

Sister-Property Holiday Picks

Son's River Ranch for July 4th tubing. Son's Island for a private-island holiday weekend. Son's Geronimo for a smaller, quieter holiday.

FAQs — Holiday Weekend Cabins in Texas

When should I book Memorial Day or July 4th cabins?

Both holiday weekends typically book 3–6 months in advance. Late availability is possible 2–4 weeks out for cabins that get cancelled, but plan to commit early.

Is Son's Rio Cibolo open on holidays?

Yes — all Son's properties are open year-round, including Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Christmas, and New Year's.

Is there fireworks viewing at the cabins on July 4th?

Public fireworks displays in Marion and surrounding towns are visible from parts of the property; check with us at booking for the current year's schedule. Personal fireworks are not allowed on property.

Can we BBQ at the cabin?

Yes — every cabin and cabana has a BBQ pit and firepit.

Are kayak wristbands available ($19.99/person) on holiday weekends?

Yes — Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person) for all overnight guests, including holiday weekends.

What's the best holiday weekend cabin for big groups?

Book 2–4 safari cabins together at Son's Rio Cibolo (each sleeps up to 7), or contact us for multi-cabin family-reunion holds.

Are pets allowed?

No — pets are not permitted at any Son's property.

Is the creek crowded on holiday weekends?

It fills up — but every cabin gets private creek access, so even at full capacity it never feels crowded the way a public park does.

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The Son's Rio Cibolo Team

Owners and operators of Son's Rio Cibolo on the spring-fed Cibolo Creek in Marion, Texas. Part of the Son's family of properties — over 20 years hosting Texas families on the water with cabins, glamping, kayaking, and tubing.

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