Helotes is a small farming community in Bexar County. Even though it is small, it has a booming economy and high quality of life for it's residents. Helotes is a part of the San Antonio and New Braunfels metropolitan statistical area.
Did you know the name is inspired by the phrase "corn-on-the-cob"? This phrase in English is elotes.
Helotes Old Town Market days is a great way to enjoy Helotes on the first Sunday of every month. In the last few years, Helotes has become a historic music landmark, it's Dance Hall, John T Floore Country Store, as it has musical geniuses of all ages from all over Texas play there like Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, and Merle Hagard.
Helotes Creek Winery is another location to enjoy with 35 flavors of wine to taste, all made from Helotes. A fun yearly event to attend is the Helotes Cornyval and Rodeo.
