Last Updated On – 18th September, 2025
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September is packed with kid-friendly events in Austin! From museum activities to outdoor movie nights and themed park events, there’s fun for every family.
This month’s highlights include Texas Pumpkin Fest, The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail, and Viva La Vida Festival and Parade!
This list is grouped by date range for easy browsing and quick planning.
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.
Kids Events in Austin in October 3 – 5, 2025
To Kill a Mockingbird – Prepare to be moved this October by the searing stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic, To Kill a Mockingbird, a powerful exploration of racial injustice and courage in 1930s Alabama.
Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights – Explore over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins in themed lands like the Forbidden City and a Pirate’s Cove at Pumpkin Nights.
Image credit: Pumpkin Nights
Round Rock Arts Fest – Dive into a celebration of creativity and culture at Round Rock Arts Fest, where you can experience live art, music, delicious food, and even an Oktoberfest celebration with Bluebonnet Beer Company. There will also be a marketplace of artists and vendors.
Image credit: Round Rock, Texas – City Government
Texas Pumpkin Fest – Prepare for thrilling attractions like the “hall of monsters” and zombie-run laser tag, along with axe throwing, pumpkin pie eating contests, live music, and plenty of food and drink to fuel your fun.
NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night – Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure at NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night, where you’ll explore the Moon, Saturn, and other cosmic wonders through powerful telescopes and hands-on activities. You can also make craters, collect rock samples, and walk a scale model of the solar system.
Jon Stetson: America’s Master Mind Reader – Prepare for a mind-bending night of mentalism with Jon Stetson as he reveals thoughts and performs incredible feats of mind-to-mind contact.
Austin Monster Truck Wars – Gear up for a high-octane weekend of car-crushing action and family fun, as America’s fastest-growing Monster Truck series roars back into Austin. Get to see monster truck rides, quad wars, and kids’ power wheel races.
Boo at the Zoo – Get your costumes ready and prepare for a spooktacular night at “Boo at the Zoo” event, complete with a haunted train ride, a scary haunted house, and a thrilling walk through the illuminated zoo at night.
Image credit: Austin Zoo
Wild Waterloo – Get moving at Wild Waterloo, an evening dedicated to the science of sports and movement. Show off your skills with interactive fitness demos, lawn games, and a special screening of the classic movie, Little Giants.
Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park – Calling all thrill-seekers! Head over to Scream Hollow, a wicked Halloween park featuring four terrifying haunted houses, eerie museums, a haunted hayride, and more.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in October 10 – 12, 2025
Cirque du Soleil: OVO – Dive into the dazzling world of Cirque du Soleil: OVO, where a vibrant ecosystem of agile insects comes to life with breathtaking acrobatics and an explosion of color.
Image credit: OVO – Cirque du Soleil
iLuminate – Prepare to be transported at iLuminate, a spectacular fusion of cutting-edge technology and dance. This new show features brilliant dancers in custom LED suits, creating a mind-blowing, multi-sensory experience that combines incredible music, illusions, and phenomenal choreography.
Austin Oktoberfest – Grab your lederhosen and dirndl for the 21st annual Austin Oktoberfest, a family-friendly event filled with authentic German food, drinks, and live music.
Uhland Fall Fest – Get ready for an unforgettable time at the second annual Uhland Fall Fest, where you’ll find a lively lineup of fall-themed activities, delicious food, live music, and more. Dive into unique festivities like the Pumpkin Jamboree and Bubble Extravaganza.
To Kill a Mockingbird – Prepare to be moved this October by the searing stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic, To Kill a Mockingbird, a powerful exploration of racial injustice and courage in 1930s Alabama.
Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights – Explore over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins in themed lands like the Forbidden City and a Pirate’s Cove at Pumpkin Nights.
Texas Pumpkin Fest – Prepare for thrilling attractions like the “hall of monsters” and zombie-run laser tag, along with axe throwing, pumpkin pie eating contests, live music, and plenty of food and drink to fuel your fun.
Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park – Calling all thrill-seekers! Head over to Scream Hollow, a wicked Halloween park featuring four terrifying haunted houses, eerie museums, a haunted hayride, and more.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in October 17 – 19, 2025
Jurassic Parque – Experience Jurassic Park like never before at this outrageous aerial show, a high-flying, high-brow adaptation in the style of a Cirque du Soleil performance.
Eastside Kings Festival – Dive into the heart of Austin’s music scene at the 13th Annual Eastside Kings Festival, where you can enjoy three days of live blues, jazz, and gospel music, delicious soul food, and unique local vendors.
NightMarket.fun – Head to NightMarket.fun at Lakeline Park for a magical one-day celebration of AANHPI culture. There will be over 120 food and art vendors, live music, and unique experiences from tarot readings to temporary tattoos.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert – Prepare for an unforgettable night as you watch the complete film Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with the Austin Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ legendary score live to the picture.
Formula 1 United States Grand Prix – Feel the thunder of world-class racing and catch superstar headliners at the Formula 1 USGP, a three-day celebration of speed and sound with nightly performances from Kygo, Garth Brooks, and the Turnpike Troubadours.
Image credit: Circuit of the Americas kids
Boneyard Bash – This free, outdoor Halloween extravaganza features spine-tingling fun with live music by the Skeletones.
Uhland Fall Fest – Get ready for an unforgettable time at the second annual Uhland Fall Fest, where you’ll find a lively lineup of fall-themed activities, delicious food, live music, and more. Dive into unique festivities like the Pumpkin Jamboree and Bubble Extravaganza.
To Kill a Mockingbird – Prepare to be moved this October by the searing stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic, To Kill a Mockingbird, a powerful exploration of racial injustice and courage in 1930s Alabama.
Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights – Explore over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins in themed lands like the Forbidden City and a Pirate’s Cove at Pumpkin Nights.
Texas Pumpkin Fest – Prepare for thrilling attractions like the “hall of monsters” and zombie-run laser tag, along with axe throwing, pumpkin pie eating contests, live music, and plenty of food and drink to fuel your fun.
Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park – Calling all thrill-seekers! Head over to Scream Hollow, a wicked Halloween park featuring four terrifying haunted houses, eerie museums, a haunted hayride, and more.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in October 24 – 26, 2025
StrawFest – Head to the UMLAUF for a free family day of spooky fun, where you can show off your best costume in a parade, navigate a spider web maze, and enjoy live performances.
Image credit: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum
Halloween Children’s Concert – Get ready for a spine-tingling symphonic adventure this October as the Austin Symphony Orchestra presents a pirate-themed Halloween concert.
Austoberfest – Put on your lederhosen and get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest at Scholz Garten, where you can enjoy live music, delicious food, and friendly stein-holding competitions.
Image credit: Austoberfest
Viva La Vida Festival and Parade – Enjoy the 42nd Annual Viva La Vida Festival, the city’s largest Day of the Dead celebration. Join the Grand Procession and enjoy live performances, a low-rider exhibition, delicious foods, and local artist booths at this premier Austin event for adults this October.
Image credit: Mexic-Arte Museum kids
Uhland Fall Fest – Get ready for an unforgettable time at the second annual Uhland Fall Fest, where you’ll find a lively lineup of fall-themed activities, delicious food, live music, and more. Dive into unique festivities like the Pumpkin Jamboree and Bubble Extravaganza.
Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights – Explore over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins in themed lands like the Forbidden City and a Pirate’s Cove at Pumpkin Nights.
Texas Pumpkin Fest – Prepare for thrilling attractions like the “hall of monsters” and zombie-run laser tag, along with axe throwing, pumpkin pie eating contests, live music, and plenty of food and drink to fuel your fun.
Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park – Calling all thrill-seekers! Head over to Scream Hollow, a wicked Halloween park featuring four terrifying haunted houses, eerie museums, a haunted hayride, and more.
Image credit: Scream Hollow kids
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in October 31 – November 2, 2025
The Paramount Theatre presents 360 AllStars – Catch a fusion of street and elite talent with the 360 AllStars urban circus, a live show that brings together world champion athletes and artists in BMX, breakdancing, and more.
Image credit: 360 ALLSTARS
Breakthrough T1D Austin Walk – Join families and supporters at the 2025 Breakthrough T1D Austin Walk, an incredible event to help fund research and create a world without type 1 diabetes.
TEXAS MONTHLY BBQ FEST – Fire up the smokers and get ready for the most delicious October events at the annual Texas Monthly BBQ Fest in Lockhart, where you can feast on a “BBQ World’s Fair” and “Top 50 Picnic” featuring the best smoked meats in the state.
Uhland Fall Fest – Get ready for an unforgettable time at the second annual Uhland Fall Fest, where you’ll find a lively lineup of fall-themed activities, delicious food, live music, and more. Dive into unique festivities like the Pumpkin Jamboree and Bubble Extravaganza.
Pioneer Farms presents Pumpkin Nights – Explore over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins in themed lands like the Forbidden City and a Pirate’s Cove at Pumpkin Nights.
Texas Pumpkin Fest – Prepare for thrilling attractions like the “hall of monsters” and zombie-run laser tag, along with axe throwing, pumpkin pie eating contests, live music, and plenty of food and drink to fuel your fun.
Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park – Calling all thrill-seekers! Head over to Scream Hollow, a wicked Halloween park featuring four terrifying haunted houses, eerie museums, a haunted hayride, and more.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
We’ll keep this guide updated with new family picks all month. Want more weekly options? Check our Family Events in Austin This Weekend guide every Wednesday for more low-cost fun around town.
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