As the fall season approaches, autumn-themed events begin to kick off with festivals, outdoor activities and live music events taking place in the cooling temperatures.

Learn more about these events happening in the Leander and Liberty Hill areas below.

Oktoberfest Celebration

This event at Whitestone Brewery will feature a Stein-holding contest, casked beers, food and drink specials and Polka music. The festivities will be held at both the Liberty Hill and Cedar Park taprooms.Dallas Stars vs. Arizona Coyotes

The NHL’s Dallas Stars will play in a preseason game at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park against the Arizona Coyotes. The game will take place following the Dallas Stars’ three-day 2023-24 training camp at the center Sept. 21-23. H-E-B Center is home to the Texas Stars, an American Hockey League affiliate to the Dallas Stars.18th annual Bluegrass Festival


Leander will host its annual two-day live music festival, where attendees can listen to some tunes while enjoying various food vendors and a fun zone. Leashed pets are welcome at the event.Heroes Choice Car Show

Nonprofit Heroes Night Out will host its third annual Heroes Choice Car Show, where participants can eat, mingle, check out cool cars and learn about area nonprofits. Event proceeds will help fund and provide a variety of activities.
  • Oct. 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Free (admission), $20 (vehicle registration)
  • The soccer field next to Heroes Night Out, 1150 S. Bell Blvd., Bldg. 5, Cedar Park
  • www.heroesnightout.org/car-show
Floating Pumpkin Patch

Kids can jump into the pool and retrieve a pumpkin or scoop it out with the nets provided at Leander’s Floating Pumpkin Patch taking place at Bledsoe Pool. Afterwards, participants can decorate their pumpkin using paint, glitter, sequins or other fun items. Mini pumpkins will be provided for children under the age of 1 while supplies last.Sculpture Festival

Liberty Hill will host its annual Sculpture Festival to commemorate the history of the town’s International Sculpture Park. This event will include live sculpting demos, hands-on art activities, an inflatable kids zone, vendors, live music, a street dance and a silent disco.