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Editor's note: The inaugural Texas Capital Air Show was canceled this year due to the Federal Government shutdown and was removed from this listing.
From Halloween weekend festivities to live music, fundraising events and winter holiday celebrations, Austin area residents have a variety of events to attend Oct. 30-Nov. 2.
This list is not comprehensive. Event details are subject to change.
Austin
Spicewood Springs Branch 40th Birthday Party
Community members can enjoy an afternoon of snacks, crafts, games, information booths with local resources and meet the city’s first Poet Laureate Zell Miller III. Attendees can also catch a magician show performed by John O'Bryant at 11:30 a.m.
Attendees can shop for handmade products just in time for the giving season with vendors such as 4 Kids & A Kiln, Noonday, Praxis Coffee, Remnant Studios and The Bead Project.
Attendees can look forward to an immersive experience featuring scenes, music and video projections transforming Austin into Halloween Town and Christmas Town. The attraction is only available in New York City and Austin.
Haunted Trail
The city of Bee Cave will have a spooky trail to explore this fall, recommended for ages 13 and up. There will be food trucks and restrooms at the end of the trail.
Día de los Muertos Loteria
The Austin Steam Train Association will celebrate Día de los Muertos with five rounds of loteria with prizes for each round and the chance to win a $300 gift card towards a future steam train ride. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as each car will host a Calavera outfit contest with prizes.
28th annual Empty Bowls Project
The largest annual fundraiser for the Dripping Springs Helping Hands food pantry returns where attendees can pick a handmade ceramic bowl of soup.
Hazardous waste collection event
The city of Georgetown will host a collection event for hazardous waste materials such as batteries, cellphones, hearing aids and pool chemicals. Participants must register online prior to the event. Registration will be capped at 500 people. In order to participate, community members must be customers of the Texas Disposal Systems in the city of Georgetown.
Dueling Pianos Glow in the Dark Halloween
Music lovers of all ages can gather at the Fieldhouse at the Crossover to enjoy dueling pianos on the main stage. Attendees are encouraged to wear their costumes, listen to some live music and check out the food trucks.
Christmas Reveal
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.
Dia De Muertos 4th annual Pride Festival
The annual Pride festival will have a Dia de Muertos theme, with entertainment, food and luminary lighting.
Fill the Cop Car
The Round Rock Police Department, in partnership with the U.S. Army, will hold its annual food drive benefitting the Round Rock Area Serving Center. Donations of nonperishable food items will be collected at three H-E-B locations in Round Rock to go to low-income people and families in crisis situations.
The 12th annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration will take place at Centennial Plaza in Round Rock in November. The festival celebrates traditions, culture and community, featuring a parade, live music, food, art and more. Proceeds will go to the Round Rock Ballet Folklorico.
Senior Health Fair
Free health screenings and wellness resources will be offered to adults ages 60 and older. No registration is required.
