From participating in highland games to cuddling with goats, North Austin residents can build their own fall season agenda with these 14 events in the Austin area.

October

SoCo Pumpkin Patch

Benefitting Water to Thrive, an Austin-based nonprofit that builds wells to provide clean water in rural Africa, Christ Lutheran Church Austin's pumpkin patch will be filled with pumpkins of all shapes in sizes for purchase.
  • Oct. 14-31, 11 a.m.-dusk (weekdays), 10 a.m.-dusk (Saturdays), noon-dusk (Sundays)
  • Free (admission)
  • Christ’s Workshop, 212 E. Monroe St., Austin
  • www.christaustin.org
Emerson Academy Fall Festival

In its 17th year, the nonprofit child development center will offer activities such as a pumpkin patch, carnival games, a cakewalk, inflatable bounce houses, raffles, food and craft vendors, and a DJ. Proceeds will benefit the center’s mission to support children of all abilities with preschool and after-school programs.
  • Oct. 19, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
  • Free (admission), $15 (activities)
  • Emerson Academy, 1 Valley View Drive, Round Rock
  • Instagram: emerson.cdc
Halloween Vintage Cake Class


Over the Top Cake Supplies will host a cake decorating workshop to kick off the spooky season. Attendees will learn how to cut a cake into a heart shape, ice it with buttercream and use various piping tips to create vintage designs. The event is recommended for ages 12 and up.Pet-tober Fest

Hosted by local pet lovers Jason Crowell and Savannah Longoria, the annual festival will celebrate the spooky season with over 20 local and national vendors, live music by Tommy Tsunami and The Tidal Waves, a costume contest, Lucky Dog Tarot, a poodle parade with 40+ poodles, and a photo booth.
  • Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • iPic Theater, 3225 Amy Donovan Plaza, Austin
  • Instagram: pettober.fest
Boo Bash

Parker and Scott General Store will host their annual Halloween event where attendees can look forward to craft activities, treats, a temporary tattoo artist and more. The first 100 kids will receive a custom tote bag.
  • Oct. 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Parker and Scott General Store, 2113 W. Anderson Lane, Ste. B, Austin
  • www.parkerandscott.com
Halloween Bash

Participants can expect music by DJ Starfox, specialty cocktails and mocktails, scavenger hunts and a costume contest. Food and drink are not included in the ticket price.Quarterly Flea Market


Attendees can expect to find deals on tabletop games from a variety of vendors.November

Austin Celtic Festival and Highland Games

The family-friendly event is celebrating its 28th year in production with Celtic music, dancing, highland games, workshops in music, lectures, scotch tastings and a Celtic animal parade. The festival will feature over 10 performers. Tickets are only available for purchase online and admission to the festival is not included in the whiskey tasting entry fee.
  • Nov. 2: noon-7 p.m., Nov. 3: noon-6 p.m.
  • Free (ages 5 and under), $12 (ages 6-16), $25 (ages 17 and up), $35 (whiskey tasting)
  • Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Drive, Austin
  • www.austincelticfestival.com
Austin Tequila Fest

Austin Tequila Society will host their annual festival where attendees can taste a variety of agave-based spirits including Tequila, Mezcal and Sotol. Participants can watch performances by Ballet Folklorico and Mariachi Guadalajara, get their faces painted and enjoy tacos from Casa Chapala.
  • Nov. 2, 6-10 p.m.
  • $60 (admission per person with groups of four or more), $65 (admission per person)
  • Casa Chapala Mexican Cuisine & Tequila Bar, 9041 Research Blvd., Ste.100, Austin
  • www.austintequilafestival.com
UnHalloween Celebration


Attendees can expect shopping, entertainment, workshops and more. Halloween costumes and trick-or-treating bags are encouraged.India Music Festival

Kala Darplan will host their signature music festival to showcase local aspiring music talent in various genres, including but not limited to Hindustani Classical and semi-classical vocal, instrumental performances and some traditional genres like devotional music and ghazals.
  • Nov. 9, 3 p.m.
  • $10 (admission)
  • Covenant United Methodist Church, 4410 Duval Road, Austin
  • www.kaladarpan.org
Mega Challah Bake

The bake is presented by Chabad of Austin, an educational organization with many branches in the Austin metro area. The event is open to all women in the community and the event organizers expect over 200 women to be in attendance.
  • Nov. 10, 6:30 p.m.
  • $25 (purchased before Nov. 7), $29 (purchased at the door)
  • Chabad of Austin, 3500 Hyridge Drive, Austin
  • https://bit.ly/3TLnBGv
Austin Auto Festival

Produced by Austin Automobile Dealers Association, the event will feature vehicles from all sides of the expense spectrum. There will be local food options, family-friendly entertainment and interactive games. Attendees can participate in a Mario Kart showdown, meet Austin FC players and try out racing simulators.
  • Nov. 16-17, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
  • Free (ages 5 and under), $8-$10 (ages 6-12), $10 (seniors and military), $15-$18 (ages 13 and up)
  • Q2 Stadium, 10414 Mc Kalla Place, Austin
  • www.austinautofest.com
Cocoa, Cuddles and Santa Claus


Goat Shenanigans will host a festive goat meet and greet. Goats will be wearing Christmas sweaters and individuals will have an opportunity to take pictures with the goats and Santa Claus. All adult tickets come with one free pint or cocktail.
  • Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m.-noon
  • $10 (children’s admission), $26 (admission with a pint), $29 (admission with a cocktail)
  • Hopsquad Brewing, 2307 Kramer Lane, Austin
  • www.goatshenanigans.com