Central Texas SPCA Barktoberfest
The organization will host its 21st annual 3K dog walk and 5K fun run. The event also includes a fall festival, vendors and costume contests. Additionally, dogs can participate in “Coolest Trick” and “Peanut Butter Eating” contests.
- Oct. 21, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission to festival), $15 (3K walk), $25 (5K run)
- Veteran’s Memorial Park, 2525 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park
- www.centraltexasspca.org
Children can play free games at the Fall Festival, and adults can browse local vendors at the Artisan’s Market. Tiny Tails to You will offer a petting zoo from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 2001 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park
- www.rockbridgelife.com
This two-hour class hosted by Joy Leigh will cover the basics of sugar cookie making from dough to decoration. Icing and baking tools will be provided, but attendees should bring their own aprons. Tickets are available for anyone 8 years old and up. Children under age 13 will need an adult supervisor.
- Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- $45
- Main Street Social, 1651 Loop 332, Liberty Hill
- www.bakedbyjoyleigh.com
Several local businesses, including Colburn Chiropractic, Instill Coffee and Poppy Avenue Clean Beauty Bar, have partnered to put on this event featuring dye-free candy, trinkets and pop up vendors.
- Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- $5 donation (per child), $15 donation (per family)
- Participating businesses
- www.poppyavenue.com/products/healthy-halloween-rick-or-treat-hop
Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living will hold its second annual Cedar Park Music Festival to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. The festival will showcase live music from Austin-based artists, snack booths, crafts, baked goods and raffles. Participants are encouraged to bring their own blankets and outdoor chairs.
- Oct. 21, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 3405 El Salido Parkway, Cedar Park
- www.facebook.com/TheEnclaveatCedarParkSeniorLiving
Leander Parks and Recreation will host a trick-or-treating event with candy booths and a Halloween costume contest.
- Oct. 28, 5-7:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Leander Activity Center, 11880 Hero Way W., Ste. 600, Leander
- www.leandertx.gov
The entertainment center will host its inaugural Oktoberfest featuring a car show, live music, food trucks, vendors and a beer garden.
- Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 1400 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park
- www.sparebirdie.com
Hosted by local churches, the event will offer inflatable bounce houses and slides, sword fighting, live music, food trucks, vendors, and carnival games for kids.
- Oct. 28, 5-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Liberty Hill Middle School, 13125 Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill
- Facebook: Liberty Hill Fall Festival
San Gabriel Brewery will offer local craft brews, food trucks, live music and vendors. Attendees must be 21 years old or older.
- Nov. 4, noon-6 p.m.
- Free (general admission), $60 (Standard VIP), $400 (Gold VIP)
- 500 Chaparral Drive, Liberty Hill
- www.sangabrielriverbrewery.com
The third annual festival will feature live music, a barbecue competition, food vendors, a raffle and a silent auction. Funding from the event will go to Partners4People, a nonprofit that supports those experiencing homelessness and food insecurity.
- Nov. 6, noon-6 p.m.
- $15 (general admission), $60 (early entry)
- The Fieldhouse at The Crossover, 1717 Scottsdale Drive, Leander
- www.smokeandsounds.org
The city of Liberty Hill will host its annual ceremony to honor all current and former military service members.
- Nov. 11, 10 a.m.
- Free (admission)
- Veterans Memorial Park, 1001 Main St., Liberty Hill
- www.experiencelhtx.com
The City of Leander will host a ceremony honoring all current and former military service members. The ceremony will include keynote speakers and patriotic performances from the community.
- Nov. 11, 10 a.m.
- Free (admission)
- Veterans Park, 1011 S. Bagdad Rd., Leander
- www.leandertx.gov