This list is not comprehensive and all events are subject to change.
Haunted Shores – The Abandoned Waterpark and Boogie Boat Ride
Visit Volente Beach Resort and Waterpark for ghostly encounters, spooky photo opportunities, haunted attractions and specialty snacks and drinks after the haunted tour. The tour takes place throughout October at various times.
- Oct. 1-Oct. 31, times vary
- $13.48-$36.56 (tickets)
- 16107 FM 2769, Volente
- www.beachsidebillys.com
Fans of the Wizarding World are invited to dress in their best costumes and gather at Michelle’s Patisserie for a spellbinding tea party. Menu items include themed sandwiches, pastries, tea and butterbeer.
- Oct. 18, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
- $75 (tickets)
- 1908 Main St., Liberty Hill
- www.michellespatisserie.com
Community members can enjoy free live sculpting demonstrations, live music, sculpture park tours, crafts, a pet costume contest, and art installations from Liberty Hill ISD. Attendees can also shop from local vendors provided by The Market LHTX, purchase food and beverages from food trucks and buy raffle tickets to win one of the custom sculptures designed during the festival. Funds raised from the raffle will contribute to restoration within the Sculpture Park.
- Oct. 18, 2-7 p.m.
- Free (admission), $500-3,000 (sponsors)
- 355 Main St., Liberty Hill
- https://experiencelhtx.com
The city of Leander invites residents to gather for a spooky fun event at the Leander Activity Center. Attendees can expect to enjoy trick or treating, a haunted maze, a costume contest, photo booth and sweet treats.
- Oct. 25, 5-8:30 p.m.
- Free
- 11880 Hero Way W., Ste. 600, Leander
- www.leandertx.gov
Community members are invited to gather at LH Learning Hub to decorate sugar cookies with guided instruction. Students can expect to learn about icing consistency, piping techniques, recipes with help along the way.
- Oct. 26, noon-2 p.m.
- $50 (tickets)
- 1201 Main St., Liberty Hill
- www.bakedbyjoyleigh.com
Celebrate Halloween at Kampgrounds of America in Leander with a chili cook-off, pumpkin carving, pet costume contest, smores and karaoke.
- Oct. 6-8 p.m.
- $10 (visitors)
- 2689 Hero Way, Leander
- https://koa.com/campgrounds/leander
Glenn High School Project Graduation will host its annual Grizzly Fall Market to fundraise for the class of 2026. Local businesses and student entrepreneurs are encouraged to sign up to become a vendor.
- Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- $5 (admission)
- 1320 Collaborative Way, Leander
- www.facebook.com/GrizzlyFallMarket
Visit Simply Home Boutique for its 14th Annual Christmas Reveal where each room in the yellow house gets turned into a unique winter wonderland. Attendees are also invited to shop decor, fashion and holiday gifts at the boutique.
- Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 15280 W. SH 29, Liberty Hill
- https://simplyhometx.com
Join Texas Humane Heroes to celebrate 46 years of service with its 16th annual Chili Cook-Off. Chili fans can expect tastings, beer and wine, face painting, music, games, a silent auction and a dog costume contest.
- Nov. 8, 1-4 p.m.
- Free (kids under 10), $35 (general admission), $30 (chili chef), $100 (vendor), $750-2,500 (sponsor)
- 10930 E. Crystal Falls Pkwy, Leander
- https://humaneheroes.org
The community will honor current and former service members at a Veterans Day ceremony at Veterans Park. The event will begin with opening remarks and include the presentation of colors, national anthem, keynote remarks and honor wall names. Community members can apply to have their name or a family member’s name added to the Veterans Park Honor Wall via email.
- Nov. 11, 10 a.m.
- Free
- 1011 S. Baghdad Road, Leander
- www.leandertx.gov
