Thanksgiving and More: November 2026 Events in Austin for Adults

Jump To: November 6 – 8 | November 13 – 15 | November 20 – 22 | November 27 – 29 

The fall season is here, and Austin is buzzing with excitement. This November, the city’s calendar is packed with a mix of world-class shows, thrilling outdoor adventures, and plenty of fun spring activities. Read on to discover your next great adventure!

This month’s highlights include the Austin Food and Wine Festival, Jonas Brothers in Concert, and more.

Everything is grouped by date range with quick summaries to help you scan and plan.

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Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.

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Events in Austin for Adults – November 6 – 8, 2026

Austin Food & Wine Festival – Sample delectable bites from iconic Central Texas chefs and top-rated purveyors while pairing them with spirits, wines, and brews against Austin’s skyline. You can also pick up kitchen tips at Chef Demos, then join a Tasting Session.

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical – Follow Neil Diamond’s journey from a kid in Brooklyn to a chart-topping American rock icon in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, created in collaboration with Diamond himself and featuring the songs that defined his career. 

Africa to Austin Festival 2026 – Experience three days of live performances, drum and dance workshops, and community celebrations led by master artists from African and African diaspora traditions. 

Candlelight: Tribute to Eric Clapton – Experience Eric Clapton’s music at St. David’s Episcopal Church during a Candlelight concert.

Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift – Enjoy Taylor Swift’s music at St. David’s Episcopal Church during a Candlelight concert. Settle in for a 60-minute tribute featuring songs such as “Love Story,” “Anti-Hero,” “Cruel Summer,” “Shake It Off,” and “You Belong With Me,” plus medleys from Red, Reputation, Folklore, and 1989.

Fall Festival – Explore a 4.5-acre themed corn maze and Texas-sized pumpkin patch featuring more than 40 unique pumpkin varieties, then enjoy daily pig races, a petting zoo, pony rides, wagon rides, apple cannons, and over 30 farm-themed activities.

First Friday: Create After Hours – Make something with your hands during First Friday: Create After Hours, when Amster Maker Studio and walk-in pottery painting stay open late for a relaxed creative night out. 

Out of Bounds Comedy Festival – Catch the beloved Austin-grown Out of Bounds Comedy Festival, which features a packed schedule of local Austin talent and comedy troupes from across the country. 

The 51st Annual Garage & Estate Sale – Shop 21 departments filled with thousands of bargain-priced finds, from jewelry, tools, and vintage collectibles to children’s clothing and more. 

Wurstfest -Head to New Braunfels, Texas for Wurstfest, a unique annual Oktoberfest celebration packed with German culture and Texas fun. Enjoy good food, music, dancing, carnival rides and games, German, Texan, and domestic beer, special events, and Alpine and Bavarian-style entertainment.

(512) Brewing 18th Anniversary Party – Celebrate (512) Brewing’s 18th anniversary at this annual South Austin party, featuring an all-day outdoor celebration with live music, great food, and a new beer release. 

24th Annual Travis Heights Art Trail – Explore Austin’s longest-running artist and studio tour during the 24th Annual Travis Heights Art Trail. Walk the neighborhood’s beautiful streets, visit artists’ homes and studios, and connect with, find inspiration from, and support some of Austin’s longest-practicing artists.

Austin Celtic Festival – Celebrate Irish, Scottish, and broader Celtic heritage at the Austin Celtic Festival and Highland Games, a vibrant two-day event featuring traditional Celtic music, Highland games, Irish step dancing, cultural workshops, storytelling, and family-friendly activities. 

Outside the City Limits Music Festival 2026 – Get ready for the 8th annual Outside the City Limits Music Festival, a boutique celebration of live music, farm-fresh food, craft beer, and Texas wine and cider. Relax to local musicians playing all day on two stages, with a lineup spanning Americana, Blues, Soul, Funk, Cumbia, Folk, Bluegrass, Indie, Country, and Rock.

Texas Monthly BBQ Fest – Head to historic downtown Lockhart for Texas Monthly’s fourth annual BBQ World’s Fair, then return to Lockhart City Park for the Top 50 Picnic. The festival benefits Feeding Texas.

FiestaJAM – Celebrate the songwriters, performers, stories, and musical traditions that define Texas music at FiestaJAM, a three-day festival featuring acclaimed Texas artists, national songwriters, and emerging talent. 

Lenny Pearce in concert – Catch Lenny Pearce in Austin as he performs in support of his new album, Toddler Techno.

John Summit in concert – Catch John Summit in Austin as he performs in support of his new album, CTRL Escape.

Comedy Mothership presents Owen Smith – Catch Bahamian-born comedian Owen Smith, a writer for Black-ish, The Arsenio Hall Show, The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore, and Whitney, who also served as showrunner and executive producer for season four of The Last O.G.

Gazelle Foundation presents Run For The Water – Join more than 5,000 runners and walkers as they take to the streets of downtown Austin for the Gazelle Foundation’s annual Run For The Water 5K, 10-Miler, and Kids K. Follow the west Austin course and help support the Gazelle Foundation’s mission to provide clean water to the people of Burundi.

Breakthrough T1D Walk – Take part in the Breakthrough T1D Walk, the largest global event for the type 1 diabetes community, where every step supports research, advocacy, and efforts to improve lives while moving toward cures.

Wheel of Fortune Live – Step into the excitement of Wheel of Fortune LIVE! with a celebrity guest host, where randomly selected audience members can spin the famous Wheel, call consonants, buy vowels, and solve puzzles for a chance to win prizes, including vacations to Paris and Hawaii or cash prizes up to $10,000. 

Bastrop Art Fest – Browse arts and crafts vendors, enjoy live music and performances, watch glassblowing and blacksmithing demonstrations from the Silo Arts Campus, and try hands-on activities while discovering Bastrop’s vibrant arts community.

Jarrott Productions presents Bisexual Sadness – Follow Faye in Bisexual Sadness, a new comedy by L.A. playwright India Kotis that explores the loneliness of being a bisexual woman in love with a straight man. 

Triangle Food and Artisan Market – Discover the new Triangle Food and Artisan Market every Sunday this November, with more than 40 local vendors offering specialty foods and drinks, plants and flowers, eggs, local meats, baked goods, fresh foods, home goods, jewelry, gourmet coffee, apparel, and more. 

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious murder mystery unfolds around you, with actors secretly blending in among the guests.

House of Torment – Step into three terrifying new worlds at House of Torment, featuring Jason Voorhees, mutated survivors, and an ancient cult guarding a mysterious book. 

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Events in Austin for Adults – November 13 – 15, 2026

Austin Lindy Exchange – Dance your way through the Austin Lindy Exchange, a celebration of social dancing, live jazz, and community vibes featuring seven incredible local bands. Enjoy late-night dances, tasty bites, a coffee bar, and social events that bring people together off the dance floor.

PGA Tour: Austin Championship – Watch the inaugural Austin Championship as the PGA TOUR brings a new tournament to Austin’s FedExCup Fall. The event will feature 120 players, with 500 FedExCup points awarded to the winner, and will be broadcast on Golf Channel, PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+, SiriusXM, and the World Feed.

Round Top Film Festival – Experience four days of film, conversation, music, and celebration in Round Top with a curated mix of narrative, documentary, and short films. Join panels exploring filmmaking, then enjoy live music, intimate performances, filmmaker Q&As, special events, and parties throughout the festival.

Thaïs – Follow famed enchantress Thaïs as her beauty and charisma captivate Alexandria, until a profound encounter with Athanaël, a monk determined to save her from spiritual ruin, changes the course of her life. 

Texas Book Festival – Visit downtown Austin for the Texas Book Festival, the largest book event in the state. Meet more than 275 leading writers, join panel discussions across genres, explore book signings, cooking demonstrations, local food trucks, and an exhibitor marketplace.

Texas Craft Brewers Festival – Sample more than 200 handcrafted beers from 80 Texas craft breweries at the Texas Craft Brewers Festival. 

Honky Tonk Fest 2026 – Head to Star Hill Ranch, where a historic Texas main street will set the stage for Honky Tonk Fest’s celebration of music, dancing, and honky-tonk culture. Expect 10 artists across two stages, dance lessons, Western fashion, local makers, art, award-winning food, and cold drinks. 

Maker Market – Austin Studio Tour – Visit Asmbly’s Maker Market as part of the free Austin Studio Tour, a beloved tradition connecting people to studios, galleries, and local artists. Discover handmade art and meet the makers who create it.

Nurse John: Against Medical Advice Tour – Laugh along with Nurse John, the Philippines-born stand-up comedian and viral creator whose relatable stories about life in healthcare have resonated with fans around the globe. 

Blue Genie Art Bazaar presents 26th Annual Holiday Market – Browse thousands of handmade items from more than 200 regional artists at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, with jewelry, artwork, home goods, and gifts available to discover. 

Austin Chamber Music Center presents Movie Magic – Hear music inspired by the enchanting worlds of Miyazaki films, the epic landscapes of The Lord of the Rings, and Matthew Lyons’ original composition inspired by the silent film The Phantom of the Opera.

Jonas Brothers in concert – Catch the Jonas Brothers in Austin during their “The Burning Up Tour All Over Again.”

26th Annual Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo – Suit up your pup for Austin’s annual Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo and join this year’s world record attempt for the Most Dogs Wearing Sports Gear. Enjoy dog-centric freebies, play Sniffari, stroll Camp Mabry’s scenic Parade Grounds, and compete for one of the giant golden Costume Contest trophies.

Austinfeelgoodmarket November Maker’s Market At Violet Crown Coffee & Wine ATX – Head to Violet Crown Coffee & Wine for a laid-back November market filled with unique finds, cool local vendors, tasty sips, and fall vibes.

Tacos and Tires 4th Annual Bicycle Show – Check out custom and vintage bicycle displays, graffiti, local vendors, tacos, and a BMX stunt show, with live music from Austin’s School of Rock, Vancerts, and DJ Smackola.

It’s Alive! Creek Show 2026 – Enjoy ten light-based installations by local artists across the newly opened southern stretch of Waterloo Greenway along Waller Creek from 4th Street to Lady Bird Lake during nine unforgettable nights this November.

A Sherlock Carol – Follow Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the death of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Sherlock Carol, a witty and suspenseful mash-up where the Great Detective, haunted by ghosts and convinced his detecting days are over, must solve one Dickens of a mystery.

Jarrott Productions presents Bisexual Sadness – Follow Faye in Bisexual Sadness, a new comedy by L.A. playwright India Kotis that explores the loneliness of being a bisexual woman in love with a straight man. 

Wurstfest – Head to New Braunfels, Texas for Wurstfest, a unique annual Oktoberfest celebration packed with German culture and Texas fun. Enjoy good food, music, dancing, carnival rides and games, German, Texan, and domestic beer, special events, and Alpine and Bavarian-style entertainment.

Triangle Food and Artisan Market – Discover the new Triangle Food and Artisan Market every Sunday this November, with more than 40 local vendors offering specialty foods and drinks, plants and flowers, eggs, local meats, baked goods, fresh foods, home goods, jewelry, gourmet coffee, apparel, and more. 

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Events in Austin for Adults – November 20 – 22, 2026

A Christmas Affair – Shop the 51st annual A Christmas Affair, a five-day holiday market featuring over 200 retail merchants from across the country. 

The Austin Powwow – Celebrate the 32nd Annual Austin Powwow Native Arts and Heritage Festival, where hundreds of Powwow dancers and more than 100 Native artists and food vendors will bring the largest one-day Powwow in the U.S. to life.

5th Street Vintage Market – Shop the 5th Street Vintage Market at the Austin Visitor Center every third Saturday for vintage pieces, statement jewelry, and fresh coffee and matcha from the in-house 5th & Brew cafe. 

The Front Market – Visit The Front Market and explore an outdoor exhibition and fair featuring more than 150 independent craftspeople, creatives, small business owners, designers, and makers from across the Texas South.

Comedy Mothership presents Steve Byrne – See Steve Byrne, a versatile stand-up comedian with more than 20 years of experience, for a night of sharp comedy and storytelling.

Actors From The London Stage: Much Ado About Nothing – Experience an abridged version of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing presented by the acclaimed Actors From The London Stage, with five actors playing every role and minimal sets and costumes.

Ty Myers in concert – Catch Ty Myers in Austin as he performs in support of his new album, Heavy On The Soul.

Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour – Enjoy Chelsea Handler’s sharp humor and candor on The High and Mighty Tour, featuring the comedian, television host, and author known for Chelsea Lately, Chelsea Does, and her Netflix talk show Chelsea.

Turkey Trails – Join Bodies Race Company’s Turkey Trails for a family-friendly run that welcomes every pace and fitness level, with 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1 Mile, and Kids Dash options.

Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour – Laugh along with cops, firefighters, doctors, nurses, EMTs, pharmacists, and military veterans during the Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour, a side-splitting night of stories from the line of duty. 

Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk – Catch Brett Goldstein on his new stand-up comedy tour, Sex, Death & Small Talk, featuring the sharp wit behind HBO’s The Second Best Night of Your Life, which earned 2026 Golden Globe and Critics Choice nominations. 

It’s Alive! Creek Show 2026 – Enjoy ten light-based installations by local artists across the newly opened southern stretch of Waterloo Greenway along Waller Creek from 4th Street to Lady Bird Lake during nine unforgettable nights this November.

A Sherlock Carol – Follow Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the death of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Sherlock Carol, a witty and suspenseful mash-up where the Great Detective, haunted by ghosts and convinced his detecting days are over, must solve one Dickens of a mystery.

Jarrott Productions presents Bisexual Sadness – Follow Faye in Bisexual Sadness, a new comedy by L.A. playwright India Kotis that explores the loneliness of being a bisexual woman in love with a straight man. 

Blue Genie Art Bazaar presents 26th Annual Holiday Market – Browse thousands of handmade items from more than 200 regional artists at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, with jewelry, artwork, home goods, and gifts available to discover. 

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious murder mystery unfolds around you, with actors secretly blending in among the guests.

Triangle Food and Artisan Market – Discover the new Triangle Food and Artisan Market every Sunday this November, with more than 40 local vendors offering specialty foods and drinks, plants and flowers, eggs, local meats, baked goods, fresh foods, home goods, jewelry, gourmet coffee, apparel, and more. 

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Events in Austin for Adults – November 27 – 29, 2026

Outlander in Concert – Relive Claire and Jamie’s journey through Scotland and the New World during the official Outlander in-concert event, where a live orchestra will perform Bear McCreary’s acclaimed score as highlights from all eight seasons illuminate the screen. 

Leslie Odom, Jr. – The Christmas Tour w/ The Austin Symphony Orchestra – Celebrate the holiday season with Tony and Grammy Award-winning artist Leslie Odom, Jr. as he returns for his 2026 Christmas Tour following last year’s completely sold-out run. 

A Christmas Carol Catastrophe! – Watch a ragtag troupe of performers scramble to stage the most profound and moving production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol while facing a double-booked venue, a stage manager performing double duty as Bob Cratchit, and a missing Scrooge actor.

Michael Martin Murphey: Cowboy Christmas – Celebrate the holiday season with Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas, a production blending music from his Christmas albums with country and pop hits.

BEAT in concert – Hear former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin join guitar virtuoso Steve Vai and legendary drummer Terry Bozzio to perform the music of the three landmark 1980s King Crimson albums, Discipline, Beat, and Three of a Perfect Pair.

A Sherlock Carol – Follow Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the death of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Sherlock Carol, a witty and suspenseful mash-up where the Great Detective, haunted by ghosts and convinced his detecting days are over, must solve one Dickens of a mystery.

Blue Genie Art Bazaar presents 26th Annual Holiday Market – Browse thousands of handmade items from more than 200 regional artists at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, with jewelry, artwork, home goods, and gifts available to discover. 

Triangle Food and Artisan Market – Discover the new Triangle Food and Artisan Market every Sunday this November, with more than 40 local vendors offering specialty foods and drinks, plants and flowers, eggs, local meats, baked goods, fresh foods, home goods, jewelry, gourmet coffee, apparel, and more. 

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