Additionally, the city will celebrate Halloween with its inaugural Trick or Treat Trail, and locals can kick-start the holiday season with the The Georgetown Christmas Shopping Spectacular.
Read more about upcoming things to do below.
Oct. 14: Share a bite with local restaurants
Just a Taste is a fundraising event benefiting the Georgetown Boys & Girls Club. Formerly named Taste of Georgetown, restaurants and caterers from across Williamson County are invited to offer samples to guests. 6-8:30 p.m. $65-$400. 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. 512-868-3700. www.justatastegeorgetown.com
Oct. 20: Appreciate local art
The Georgetown Arts and Culture program will host its semiannual Art Stroll in which participants engage in arts and culture experiences across the city. Activities include artist demonstrations, performances, live music and shopping. 4-8 p.m. Free. Multiple locations, starting at 801 West St., Georgetown. 512-930-8471. https://arts.georgetown.org/georgetown-art-strolls
Oct. 22: Run for charity
Join Key2Free for its fifth annual Run4Freedom 5K and Kids 1K at the San Gabriel Park Legacy Pavilion. Participants can expect race merchandise, a photo booth, raffle opportunities and light provisions. Additionally, guests are encouraged to wear flannel. 8:30 a.m. $25-$35. 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. 844-312-3733. https://one.bidpal.net
Oct. 22: Chow down for a good cause
After a two-year hiatus, the Georgetown ISD Education Foundation will host its Fifty Fellas Food Fest. Attendees will vote for their favorite meals as teams serve their best dishes. The event is the primary fundraiser for the foundation. 6-8:30 p.m. $75. 2050 Rockride Lane, Georgetown. 512-864-9668. https://50fellas.funraise.org
Oct. 27: Collect candy
Guests can enjoy the inaugural Trick or Treat Trail in San Gabriel Park. Hosted by the Georgetown Parks and Recreation department, children can fill their bags with goodies from local vendors. The event also will include carnival games, photo booths and food trucks. Stay after dark for a movie at the Legacy Pavilion. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 445 E. Morrow. St., Georgetown. 512-930-3595. https://parks.georgetown.org/ trick-or-treat-trail
Oct. 29: Have a drink with a ghost
The Williamson Museum will host its 21 and older Spirits with Spirits happy haunting hour. Participants will investigate the museum for paranormal activity, energy signatures and hauntings. Tickets include drinks, snacks and an interactive ghost tour around the square. 7-9:30 p.m. $30 (museum members), $35 (nonmembers). 716 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. 512-943-1670. www.williamsonmuseum.org
Nov. 10-12: Shop holiday gifts
More than 80 vendors selling clothing, home goods, jewelry, fine arts and gifts will come together for The Georgetown Christmas Shopping Spectacular. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Nov. 10-11), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Nov. 12). Free. FBG Church, 1333 W. University Ave., Georgetown. 512-943-8103. www.thegeorgetownchristmas shoppingspectacular.com
Nov. 13: Bring your pup to a party
The Williamson County Animal Shelter will host its 13th Annual Fur Ball at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center in Georgetown. This year’s theme is masquerade. Costumes are encouraged for both humans and pets but not required. Tickets for groups are also available for purchase. 6-10 p.m. $130 (single ticket), $1,500 (table of 10). 1101 Woodlawn St., Georgetown. 512-943-3322. www.wcrasfurball.com
Oct. 22: Run for charity
Join Key2Free for its fifth annual Run4Freedom 5K and Kids 1K at the San Gabriel Park Legacy Pavilion. Participants can expect race merchandise, a photo booth, raffle opportunities and light provisions. Additionally, guests are encouraged to wear flannel. 8:30 a.m. $25-$35. 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. 844-312-3733. https://one.bidpal.net
Oct. 22: Chow down for a good cause
After a two-year hiatus, the Georgetown ISD Education Foundation will host its Fifty Fellas Food Fest. Attendees will vote for their favorite meals as teams serve their best dishes. The event is the primary fundraiser for the foundation. 6-8:30 p.m. $75. 2050 Rockride Lane, Georgetown. 512-864-9668. https://50fellas.funraise.org
Oct. 27: Collect candy
Guests can enjoy the inaugural Trick or Treat Trail in San Gabriel Park. Hosted by the Georgetown Parks and Recreation department, children can fill their bags with goodies from local vendors. The event also will include carnival games, photo booths and food trucks. Stay after dark for a movie at the Legacy Pavilion. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 445 E. Morrow. St., Georgetown. 512-930-3595. https://parks.georgetown.org/ trick-or-treat-trail
Oct. 29: Have a drink with a ghost
The Williamson Museum will host its 21 and older Spirits with Spirits happy haunting hour. Participants will investigate the museum for paranormal activity, energy signatures and hauntings. Tickets include drinks, snacks and an interactive ghost tour around the square. 7-9:30 p.m. $30 (museum members), $35 (nonmembers). 716 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown. 512-943-1670. www.williamsonmuseum.org
Nov. 10-12: Shop holiday gifts
More than 80 vendors selling clothing, home goods, jewelry, fine arts and gifts will come together for The Georgetown Christmas Shopping Spectacular. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Nov. 10-11), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Nov. 12). Free. FBG Church, 1333 W. University Ave., Georgetown. 512-943-8103. www.thegeorgetownchristmas shoppingspectacular.com
Nov. 13: Bring your pup to a party
The Williamson County Animal Shelter will host its 13th Annual Fur Ball at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center in Georgetown. This year’s theme is masquerade. Costumes are encouraged for both humans and pets but not required. Tickets for groups are also available for purchase. 6-10 p.m. $130 (single ticket), $1,500 (table of 10). 1101 Woodlawn St., Georgetown. 512-943-3322. www.wcrasfurball.com
Nov. 20: Jam to some Jazz
The Austin Jazz Band will perform at the Georgetown Public Library. The band consists of 20 professional and amateur jazz musicians who share a love of music. The concert is open to the public, but registration is required as seating is limited to 120 attendees. 2 p.m. Free. 402 W. Eighth St., Georgetown. 512-930-3551. https://library.georgetown.org
