October 1 through 31: READ AROUND THE PLAZA
Follow storyboards around Colleyville’s Plaza to read “The Ghosts Went Floating” by Kim Norman as part of the Colleyville Public Library’s Halloween Storywalk. Activity sheets are available at the first sign near the fountain, and participants may turn in their completed sheet at the library circulation desk for a prize. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Free. 90 Main St., Colleyville. 817-503-1150. bit.ly/3BhGsjA
Oct. 3 through 31: PERUSE AN ART SHOW
Enjoy the Pastel Society of the Southwest’s 41st National Juried Exhibition at the Tower Gallery in the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau. See works in the soft pastel medium. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Free. 636 S. Main St., Grapevine. https://pssw.info/exhibits
Oct. 4 11, 18, AND 31: DO CRAFTS, WATCH A MOVIE
Go to the Palace Arts Center every Tuesday in October for Halloween-themed movies and cartoons. A different film and craft will be featured each Tuesday. 10 a.m. $6 (children; includes craft activity, small popcorn and drink); $3 (adults; includes drink). 300 S. Main St., Grapevine. 817-410-3100. bit.ly/3ATxM1n
Oct. 14: DRINK WINE AND SHOP LOCAL
Join Messina Hof Winery for Art & Wine on the Vine, an event to shop locally and support over 20 local artists, artisans and vendors. All vendor fees go toward funding art therapy programs for survivors of sexual abuse through nonprofit The Usual Artspects. 5-9 p.m. Free (admission). 201 S. Main St., Grapevine. bit.ly/3BqsLPj
Oct. 14-16: CELEBRATE OKTOBERFEST
Grab your lederhosen and head to Southlake Town Square for the 21st Oktoberfest hosted by the Southlake Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy the wiener dog race, live music and a wide range of food, beverages and vendor items available for purchase. 4-11 p.m. (Oct. 14), 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (Oct. 15), noon-7 p.m. (Oct. 16). Free (admission). 285 Grand Ave., Southlake. 817-481-8200. www.southlakechamber.org/oktoberfest
Oct. 14: DANCE IN A BARN
Mosey on down to Nash Farm with a dance partner for the 1950s-themed Barn Dance. Guests can enjoy a fried-chicken box supper along with a pie auction. 6:30 p.m. $20 (must be purchased in advance). 626 Ball St., Grapevine. 817-410-3185. www.grapevinetexasusa.com/nash-farm/events
Oct. 15: ENJOY A FESTIVAL
Attend Nash Farm’s agriculture festival Fall Roundup, and enjoy a pumpkin patch, pie making, pony rides and more. Parking is available at Cannon Elementary and the Grapevine Botanical Gardens. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). 626 Ball St., Grapevine. 817-410-3185. www.grapevinetexasusa.com/nash-farm/events
Oct. 15: REVEL IN FALL
Bring the entire family to Colleyville’s annual Harvest Festival. Attractions include a petting zoo, carnival rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, a farmers market, face painting, food trucks and more. Free parking is available at City Hall and City Park. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (admission). 100 Main St., Colleyville. www.colleyville.com/residents/special-events/harvest-festival
Oct. 15: WALK WITH MONARCH BUTTERFLIES
Bring the family to Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park for the 25th annual Butterfly Flutterby. Enjoy a costume parade, make arts and crafts, and take plenty of photos at this event. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). 411 Ball St., Grapevine. 817-410-3350. www.grapevinetexasusa.com/events/butterfly-flutterby
Oct. 16: CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE
Join local group Latinos in Grapevine as they celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month during Celebra Grapevine at Peace Plaza. Enjoy music, food, folklorico dance and more. 3-6 p.m. Free (admission). 815 S. Main St., Grapevine. www.latinosingrapevine.org/celebra-grapevine
Oct. 22: PARTY FOR DIWALI
•Attend the Southlake Foundation’s music, food and dance festival Diwali Fest. Highlights include food stalls, kids activities and crafts, fireworks, cultural performances, an open dance floor, and raffle prizes. 3 p.m.-midnight. Free (admission). 1400 Main St., Southlake. 719-213-6085. bit.ly/3L0PmW0
Oct. 28: RIDE A SPOOKY TRAIN
Grab your friends and hop aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s Witches Brew Train in the Cotton Belt Railroad Historic District. The event includes two Texas craft brews, assorted hors d’oeuvres, a commemorative mug and special entertainment. Must be at least 21 years old. Times vary. Cost $40. 705 S. Main St., Grapevine. 817-410-3185. bit.ly/3B2GOcE
