Free And Fun Events In Austin - October 24

Last Updated On – 20th October, 2025

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The best free and fun events in Austin, October 24 – 26, include the Viva La Vida Festival and Parade, Austin Film Festival, Austoberfest, and more!

I’ve rounded up the top events and activities happening across the city—from festivals and outdoor fun to live shows and family-friendly picks. Please scroll down for my picks or use the links above to skip to your favorite section!

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.

Free and Cheap Events in Austin

Fall Carnival 2025

Dive into the fun as the Fall Carnival 2025 returns to Pinballz Lake Creek, offering three weeks of excitement from October 23rd through November 9th!

Experience fantastic amusement thrill rides, test your skills at classic carnival games to win big prizes, and enjoy all the traditional treats like funnel cakes and cotton candy.

You also get to play inside the Massive Arcade, challenge friends to go-karts and laser tag, or grab dinner and drinks from the scratch kitchen and two full bars at Pinballz Lake Creek.

Where: Pinballz Lakecreek, 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78750
When: Thursday, October 23 – November 9, 2025
How Much: Free

Spooktacular

Unleash your inner ghoul and get ready for a night of slimy, shocking, and spooky science fun at the Museum’s annual Spooktacular event! Arrive in costume to enjoy this after-hours family experience, where you dive into hands-on STEM activities with Girlstart and conquer a spooky scavenger hunt across all the exhibitions.

You can also explore a special Día de los Muertos activity with MathHappens. Investigate the newest special exhibition, T. rex: The Ultimate Predator, while you are there, too.

Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 | 5 pm – 8 pm
How Much: Free

Greater Austin YMCA Spooktacular

Free and fun events in Austin - Halloween Spooktacular

Image credit: YMCA of Austin

Get ready for some truly spectacular, family-friendly fun as the Greater Austin YMCA launches its annual Spooktacular celebrations! Every location, including the North, Northwest, and Southwest YMCAs, will host its own unique event, so grab your costume and join in the festive excitement close to home!

Enjoy everything from classic pumpkin decorating to all kinds of festive fall fun, with even more Halloween happenings scheduled at various Greater Austin YMCA locations throughout the entire month of October.

Where: Various YMCA locations across Austin
When: Friday, October 24 -25, 2025
How Much: Free

Viva La Vida Festival and Parade

Image credit: Mexic-Arte Museum kids

Immerse yourself in culture as the Mexic-Arte Museum presents the 42nd Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade, Austin’s largest and longest-running celebration of Día de los Muertos!

Spend the afternoon enjoying the incredible festival activities, which run until 6 pm. Explore the Education Pavilion with hands-on art activities and live artist demonstrations, discover unique retail from local vendors, check out a cool low-rider exhibition, and indulge in traditional foods while enjoying nonstop live performances!

Where: Mexic-Arte Museum, 419 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 12 pm – 6 pm
How Much: Free

Art in ATX: Halloween Market & Pumpkin Painting

Head over and enjoy a lively afternoon atmosphere while you shop the market, paint a pumpkin, and listen to incredible live music. Catch dynamic sets from fantastic local performers, including Jackie the Robot, Wild Heaven, and DJ Nomya.

Where: The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co. (ABGB), 1305 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 12 pm – 4 pm
How Much: Free

Halloween Carnival

Put on your best costume or even your favorite superhero pajamas, and head to the Neill-Cochran House Museum the Sunday before Halloween for the annual Halloween Carnival! Young guests can explore a bouncy castle, participate in Trunk-or-Treat, join exciting scavenger hunts, and play various games.

You and the kids can also create fun friendship bracelets with Museum staff and volunteers, then get creative and make paper flowers to add to your ofrenda in honor of Día de los Muertos.

Where: The Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel St, Austin, TX 78705
When: Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 11 am – 3 pm
How Much: Free

StrawFest

Image credit: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum

Put on your wildest costume and enjoy a massive straw pit, navigate a winding spider web maze, and show off your look in the colorful costume parade. You can also play exciting games and get creative with fall crafts, face painting, and pumpkin decorating.

Last but not least, catch awesome character performances and snag tasty goodies from H-E-B, plus engage in stimulating educational activities and get a fun caricature drawing!

Where: Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, 605 Azie Morton Rd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 11 am – 4 pm
How Much: Free

Free and Cheap Events in Austin this Friday, October 24, 2025

Austin Film Festival

Join the world-renowned Austin Film Festival (AFF), a premier annual celebration of storytelling across film, television, and digital media!

This festival shines with an impressive lineup of film screenings, Q&A sessions, and hands-on workshops that give you invaluable insights into the intricate process of creating compelling stories.

Where: Downtown Austin
When: Thursday, October 23 – 30, 2025
How Much: Starts at $85

City of Austin’s 8th Annual Roots & Wings Festival!

This annual, community-wide event dedicates itself to celebrating trees, pollinators, and all creatures, highlighting nature right in your own neighborhood. Participate in multiple unique neighborhood events all over Austin that celebrate our vital urban forest ecosystem, including trees, fungi, birds, bats, and much more.

Where: Various locations around Austin
When: Friday, October 24 – November 2, 2025
How Much: Not stated

Fortlandia

Discover your new secret hideout at Fortlandia, an exciting interactive exhibit waiting for you this fall at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center! Connect directly with the environment by climbing upon, crawling through, and exploring a brand-new lineup of unique forts designed by local artists.

Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 – February 1, 2026
How Much: $18 for adults | $15 for seniors and military | $12 for kids 3 – 17 | Free for kids under 3

On the Water Screening: Hocus Pocus

Glide onto the water with your kayak, canoe, or paddleboard and experience the cult classic Hocus Pocus during a special floating movie night on Friday. Bring your spooky spirit and your costumes as you settle in under the stars for a memorable evening.

Where: Rowing Dock, 2418 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX 78746
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 9 pm
How Much: $25 for adults | $10 for kids 2 – 12

Real Housewives of Austin – LIVE!

Attend Real Housewives of Austin – LIVE! and watch local Austin comedians channel the franchise’s signature drama and glamour into a completely unscripted performance!

You’ll surely find yourself in stitches as big personalities generate outrageous conflicts and hilarious resolutions, all improvised right before your eyes.

Where: ColdTowne Theater, 1700 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 | 9 pm – 10 pm
How Much: Starts at $13.95

The Outsiders

Step into 1967 Tulsa, Oklahoma, and experience The Outsiders, the thrilling new musical that brings S.E. Hinton’s seminal novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic film to the stage!

Watch as Greaser Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their found family of ‘outsiders’ intensely battle their affluent rivals, the Socs, while dreaming about their future in a world that might never accept them.

Where: Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Friday, October 24 – 26, 2025
How Much: Starts at $48

UNDEAD. Haunted House of Dances

Dive into the darkness this Halloween season at UNDEAD. Haunted House of Dances, an immersive, adults-only show where you confront the shadows of the night! Experience a gathering of the undead featuring incredible local professional dance and theater artists.

Where: East Side Performing Arts (ESPA), 979 Springdale Rd Ste 815, Austin, TX 78702
When: Friday, October 24 – 31, 2025
How Much: Starts at $35

The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail

Step into the magical world of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

Austin is one of only two cities in the entire country to host this innovative, walk-through experience, giving you a rare chance to see beloved characters like Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero brought to life right here in Texas.

Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
When: Friday, October 24 – November 29, 2025
How Much: Starts at $31

Haunted Shores at Volente Beach Waterpark

Dive into the eerie excitement of Haunted Shores: The Abandoned Waterpark and prepare to explore our most massive Halloween transformation to date, featuring several spooky walk-through attractions guaranteed to deliver just the right amount of fright.

After exploring, you can quench your thirst and cravings with unique themed cocktails and treats, then challenge your friends with games for all ages. Don’t miss the chance to relax under the stars during their special outdoor movie nights as well.

Where: Volente Beach Waterpark, 16107 Farm to Market Rd 2769, Suite D, Leander, TX 78641
When: Friday, October 24 – 31, 2025
How Much: $15 | $10 for kids 12 and under

Boo at the Zoo

Put on your best Halloween costume and prepare for the ultimate “Boo at the Zoo” experience. You can ride the Haunted Train, explore the truly terrifying Haunted House, and wander through the zoo to see the animals after dark.

Your entry includes a pass for the Haunted Train and unlimited access to the Haunted House. The entire zoo will also be lit up and completely decked out in spectacular Halloween decorations.

Beware, though: train ride spots require reservations and fill up fast, so book yours before you head over!

Where: Austin Zoo, 10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin, TX 78736
When: Friday, October 24 – 25, 2025 | 5:45 pm – 9 pm
How Much: $24

Legacy Business Month

You are invited to celebrate Austin’s Legacy Business Month! Discover the true heart of the city by visiting some of our most iconic spots, from legendary music halls to those must-have Tex-Mex joints, which are essential to Austin’s unique culture.

All you need to do is purchase at any of the participating legacy businesses to get your passport stamped, and you’ll be on your way to winning some truly incredible prizes.

This year’s haul includes two 2026 SXSW Music Wristbands, luxurious spa experiences at Ottine Mineral Springs, plus gift cards and cool merch straight from the businesses you love.

Where: Multiple locations across Austin
When: Friday, October 24 – 31, 2025
How Much: Varies by purchase

Sign Bar: Fear Fair

Fear Fair @ Sign Bar is transforming this legendary spot into a terrifyingly fun, professionally designed haunted maze experience presented by ALT. Get ready to navigate twisted corridors, confront your darkest fears, and discover one of the most exciting free and fun events in Austin this fall.

After you make it out of the haunted maze, you can settle your nerves and unwind with expertly crafted cocktails while soaking up Sign Bar’s lively atmosphere. You must be 21+ to enter after 7 pm, and your ticket gets you maze access, with drinks sold separately.

Where: Sign Barn, 9909 FM 969 Bldg 3, Austin, TX 78724
When: Friday, October 24 – November 2, 2025
How Much: $6.50 – $14.50

Texas Pumpkin Fest

The Texas Pumpkin Fest 2025 is one of the best things for families and couples to do this fall in Austin, with a massive pumpkin patch and tons of activities for everyone.

Discover a variety of seasonal attractions, including live music, a classic train ride, and the “Hall of Monsters” scare zone with high-tech animatronics.

The festival also features a 65-foot super slide, a petting zoo, magic shows, pumpkin smashing, and pumpkin pie-eating contests. For thrill-seekers, there’s axe throwing, rock climbing, and rides like the pumpkin spinner and Tasmanian devil spinner.

Where: Texas Pumpkin Fest, 8760 FM 2243, Leander, TX 78641
When: Friday, October 24 – November 1, 2025
How Much: $15 | Free for veterans, active military, and 1st responders every Friday

Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights

Get ready to explore a magical world at Pumpkin Nights! Grab your friends or the family and venture through a half-mile walking path that winds through fantastical lands like the Forbidden City and a Pirate’s Cove.

With over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins, this one-of-a-kind exhibit is the perfect spot for an amazing fall adventure.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Once you finish the trail, celebrate in The Village, the festival area, with a variety of exciting entertainment acts and games.

Where: Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr, Austin, TX 78754
When: Friday, October 24 – 31, 2025 | 6 pm – 11 pm
How Much: Free – $36

Free and Cheap Events in Austin this Saturday, October 25, 2025

Austoberfest

Image credit: Austoberfest

Ready your finest lederhosen and dirndls for Austoberfest, the greatest Oktoberfest celebration at Scholz Garten! This annual event offers a full day packed with lively music, exciting stein holding competitions, and complimentary sausage for everyone.

You can sample a fantastic selection of beers and even enjoy special activities perfect for the kids, making it a spectacular celebration for the whole family.

Where: Scholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 12 pm – 10 pm
How Much: $40 for adults | Free for kids

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Austin, TX

Prepare for a thrilling night of intrigue and laughter at North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theater show, now playing right here in Austin!

Enjoy a delicious dinner while you solve a hilarious true crime. Just be careful—the killer is hiding in plain sight among the audience, and you might just become a prime suspect yourself.

Where: Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown, 810 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 6 pm – 9 pm
How Much: Starts at $69.99

Jane Austin Improv Presents: Jane of The Dead

Have a unique night out as Jane Austin Improv puts a hilarious, undead spin on classic literature with their “Jane Of The Dead” show, where an entire, never-before-seen play is created right before your eyes from a single audience suggestion.

Watch eligible young men and women navigate a world of Cryptids, Carriages, and Courtship—it’s a guaranteed laugh!

Where: Fallout Theatre, 616 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, October 25 – 31, 2025
How Much: Starts at $15

Bat City Scare Grounds

For those looking for things to do this fall in Austin, prepare for an unforgettable and terrifying experience at Bat City Scaregrounds 2025. Located just outside of the city, this 15-acre Halloween-themed complex is the place to be, offering three horrifying haunted attractions that have been praised for their “Gore-tastic frightful good time.”

But the fear is only half the fun. The event also features live music from local bands every Friday and Saturday, along with incredible performances by multidisciplinary artists like a theatrical fusion belly dancer, a circus performer, and an aerial artist known for their creepy Halloween acts.

Where: Bat City Scare Grounds, 14101 S Turnersville Rd, Buda, TX 78610
When: Saturday, October 25 – November 1, 2025
How Much: Starts at $33.27

Uhland Fall Fest

Head over to the second annual Uhland Fall Fest for an array of fall-themed activities for all ages. This year’s festivities are a blast, with six distinct themes to experience: Bubble Extravaganza, Pumpkin Jamboree, Indigenous Traditions, It’s A Polka Party!, Pioneer Palooza, and Butterfly Jubilee.

Where: UHLAND FALL FEST 2400 Cotton Gin Rd, Kyle, TX 78640
When: Saturday, October 25 – November 2, 2025
How Much: Starts at $15

Free and Cheap Events in Austin this Sunday October 26, 2025

Halloween Children’s Concert

Set sail on a daring musical voyage with the Austin Symphony Orchestra for their annual Halloween Children’s Concert! Dive straight into pirate territory, navigating the delightful fears and excitement of the high seas through short, beloved orchestral masterpieces, and yes, costumes are highly encouraged!

Don your eye-patch and bring your swashbuckling crew because you must participate in the Spooktacular Costume Contest, where “treasure” and other fabulous booty await the winners onstage.

Arrive early to enjoy Pre-Concert Activities for Kids, including musical crafts, games, and the Instrument Petting Zoo, all starting one hour before the show.

Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
When: Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 3 pm
How Much: Starts at $25

iLuminate

Dive into the dazzling dimension of iLuminate, the mind-blowing, multi-sensory stage spectacular that’s ready to light up your day! Get ready for a dynamic performance from the country’s top dancers, who perform incredible choreography while outfitted in customized LED suits, creating extraordinary visual illusions right before your eyes.

Experience the pure exhilaration as each scene transports you to a new “room” inside “Club iLuminate,” where a lively blend of music, everything from ’70s and ’80s rock hits to hip hop and jazz, dance, illusion, technology, and comedy comes alive.

Where: Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Sunday, October 26 – November 7, 2025
How Much: Starts at $30

Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park

This September, Scream Hollow is a must-visit. It’s a full-on Wicked Halloween Park packed with thrills for everyone.

Get ready to brave one of the haunted attractions, including the spooky hayride, or wander through the eerie museums. And face your fears in one of the four chilling haunted houses: Mansion of Terror, Coven, Sinister Circus, Lost Pines Asylum, and Encounter. You can also visit with mystics and feel the unsettling energy that surrounds you.

When you need a break from the scares, grab a drink by the fire, enjoy some sinister eats, and let the live music pull you deeper into the night.

Where: Scream Hollow, 149 Split Rail Ln, Smithville, TX 78957
When: Sunday, October 26 – November 2, 2025
How Much: Starts at $22.95

House of Torment

Gear up for an unforgettable night with three terrifying haunted attractions at the House of Torment. Brace yourself for an evening of thrilling scares as you make your way through Torment ’99, The Arrival, and The Abandoned.

If you’re seeking even more action, test your skills at the mini escape games or try your hand at axe throwing. You can also team up with friends for a zombie shooting experience. Once you’re done, grab a drink at the Neon Coffin Secret Bar, exclusively for guests 21 and older.

Where: House of Torment, 2632 Ridgepoint Dr, Austin, TX 78754
When: Sunday, October 26 – November 9, 2025
How Much: Starts at $19.99

Free and Cheap Events in Austin for Kids

City of Austin’s 8th Annual Roots & Wings Festival!

Where: Various locations around Austin
When: Friday, October 24 – November 2, 2025
How Much: Not stated

Fall Carnival 2025

Dive into the fun as the Fall Carnival 2025 returns to Pinballz Lake Creek, offering three weeks of excitement from October 23rd through November 9th!

Experience fantastic amusement thrill rides and family favorites, test your skills at classic carnival games to win big prizes, and enjoy all the traditional treats like funnel cakes and cotton candy.

You also get to play inside the Massive Arcade, challenge friends to go-karts and laser tag, or grab dinner and drinks from the scratch kitchen and two full bars at Pinballz Lake Creek.

Where: Pinballz Lakecreek, 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78750
When: Thursday, October 23 – November 9, 2025
How Much: Free

Fortlandia

Image credit: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

On the Water Screening: Hocus Pocus

Where: Rowing Dock, 2418 Stratford Dr, Austin, TX 78746
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 | 6:30 pm – 9 pm
How Much: $25 for adults | $10 for kids 2 – 12

Spooktacular

You can also explore a special Día de los Muertos activity with MathHappens. Investigate the newest special exhibition, T. rex: The Ultimate Predator, while you are there, too.

Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 | 5 pm – 8 pm
How Much: Free

Greater Austin YMCA Spooktacular

Where: Various YMCA locations across Austin
When: Friday, October 24 -25, 2025
How Much: Free

Haunted Shores

Where: Volente Beach Waterpark, 16107 Farm to Market Rd 2769, Suite D, Leander, TX 78641
When: Friday, October 24 – 31, 2025
How Much: $15 | $10 for kids 12 and under

Boo at the Zoo

Your entry includes a pass for the Haunted Train and unlimited access to the Haunted House. The entire zoo will be also be lit up and completely decked out in spectacular Halloween decorations.

Be aware, though: train ride spots require reservations and fill up fast, so book yours before you head over!

Where: Austin Zoo, 10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin, TX 78736
When: Friday, October 24 – 25, 2025 | 5:45 pm – 9 pm
How Much: $24

Texas Pumpkin Fest

The Texas Pumpkin Fest 2025 is one of the best things to do this fall in Austin, especially with the family or a special person, with a massive pumpkin patch and tons of activities for everyone.

Discover a variety of seasonal attractions, including live music, a classic train ride, and the “Hall of Monsters” scare zone with high-tech animatronics.

The festival also features a 65-foot super slide, a petting zoo, magic shows, pumpkin smashing, and pumpkin pie-eating contests. For the thrill-seekers, there’s axe throwing, rock climbing, and rides like the pumpkin spinner and Tasmanian devil spinner.

Where: Texas Pumpkin Fest, 8760 FM 2243, Leander, TX 78641
When: Friday, October 24- November 1, 2025
How Much: $15 | Free for veterans, active military, and 1st responders every Friday

The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail

Step into the magical world of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
When: Friday, October 24 – November 29, 2025
How Much: Starts at $31

Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights

With over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins, this one-of-a-kind exhibit is the perfect spot for an amazing fall adventure.

But the fun doesn’t stop there. Once you finish the trail, celebrate in The Village, the festival area, with a variety of exciting entertainment and games.

Where: Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr, Austin, TX 78754
When: Friday, October 24 – 31, 2025 | 6 pm – 11 pm
How Much: Free – $36

Viva La Vida Festival and Parade

Immerse yourself in culture as the Mexic-Arte Museum presents the 42nd Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade, Austin’s largest and longest-running celebration of Día de los Muertos!

Spend the afternoon enjoying the incredible festival activities, which run until 6 p.m. Explore the Education Pavilion with hands-on art activities and live artist demonstrations, discover unique retail from local vendors, check out a cool low-rider exhibition, and indulge in traditional foods while enjoying nonstop live performances!

Where: Mexic-Arte Museum, 419 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 12 pm – 6 pm
How Much: Free

Austoberfest

You can sample a fantastic selection of beers and even enjoy special activities perfect for the kids, making it a spectacular celebration for the whole family.

Where: Scholz Garten, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 12 pm – 10 pm
How Much: $40 for adults | Free for kids

Uhland Fall Fest

Where: UHLAND FALL FEST 2400 Cotton Gin Rd, Kyle, TX 78640
When: Saturday, October 25 – November 2, 2025
How Much: Starts at $15

Halloween Carnival

You and the kids can also create fun friendship bracelets with Museum staff and volunteers, then get creative and make paper flowers to add to your ofrenda in honor of Día de los Muertos.

Where: The Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel St, Austin, TX 78705
When: Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 11 am – 3 pm
How Much: Free

Sweet Eats Fruit Farm Fall Festival

Get ready to explore a massive 4.5-acre corn maze and wander through a Texas-sized pumpkin patch with over 40 unique varieties of pumpkins. Your general admission ticket gives you full access to a petting zoo, pony rides, wagon rides, and over 30 other fun, farm-themed activities.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy daily pig races and try your aim at the apple cannons. On Friday and Saturday nights throughout October, you can stick around for thrilling fireworks displays. The Saturday and Sunday in October also feature special shows, including Floki Fire, Sky Kings Falconry, and Zoofari.

Where: Sweet Eats Adventure Farm and Petting Zoo, 14400 E State Hwy 29, Georgetown, TX 78626
When: Sunday, October 26 – November 7, 2025
How Much: Starts at $20.49

Halloween Children’s Concert

Don your eye-patch and bring your swashbuckling crew because you must participate in the Spooktacular Costume Contest, where “treasure” and other fabulous booty await the winners onstage.

Arrive early to enjoy Pre-Concert Activities for Kids, including musical crafts, games, and the Instrument Petting Zoo, all starting one hour before the show.

Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
When: Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 3 pm
How Much: Starts at $25

StrawFest

Last but not least, catch awesome character performances and snag tasty goodies from H-E-B, plus engage in stimulating educational activities and get a fun caricature drawing!

Where: Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, 605 Azie Morton Rd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 11 am – 4 pm
How Much: Free

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Lacey is a freelancer and Austin local who’s always on the hunt for new restaurants to try, fun activities to do, and local events to attend. She loves sharing her discoveries with others through her writing and hopes her work encourages both visitors and locals to be active in the community. When she’s not writing, you can find her exploring one of the city’s many hiking trails with her Blue Heeler, Oreo, getting lost in a good book, or dancing the night away to some house or techno beats at one of her favorite rave spots.