From fall festivals to live music, take a look at these seven events happening in Keller, Roanoke and north Fort Worth this October. This list is not comprehensive.
Texas Motor Speedway Dirt Track Championship
The Texas Motor Speedway Dirt Track will host one of the largest dirt track racing events in the county. The divisions racing include Modifieds, Limited Modifieds and Factory Stocks. Guests can watch from the grandstands and secure pit passes for an up-close look.
- Oct. 1-3
- Starting at $20
- 3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth
Fall Craft Show and Market
The Keller Community Senior Fund will host its semi-annual fall craft show and market at the Keller Public Library. The market will have handmade items, jewelry, original art, clothing, home decor and beauty products. Parking will be free, as well.
- Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 640 Johnson Road, Keller
National Night Out on Bates
This extra edition of Keller Depot Nights on Bates will celebrate neighbors and community through local food vendors and live music on Bates Street ahead of the Keller Depot’s opening. The Keller Depot is a historic redevelopment project in Old Town Keller designed to bring new life to Bates Street through coffee, retail and pop-ups.
- Oct. 6, 6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 136 Bates St., Keller
Celebrate Roanoke
The city of Roanoke will host its 29th-annual fall festival, complete with western entertainment, live music, a variety of food vendors, artisan vendors and family-friendly activities that includes carnival rides and games.
- Oct. 10
- Free (admission)
- Downtown Roanoke near Oak Street
Fall Fun Festival
Head to Keller Town Hall for the 11th annual Fall Fun Festival. The pet- and kid-friendly event will feature vendors, food, shopping and kid activities. Some of the child-friendly activities include face painting, early trick or treating and a costume contest.
- Oct. 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller
3 Fools on 3 Stools
Evenings on Oak Street will host 3 Fools on 3 Stools, a trio of musicians whose live shows blend classic country tunes, Texas music, original comedy songs, jokes and audience participation.
- Oct. 22, 7 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Austin Street Plaza, Roanoke
Sick New World Festival
This one-day heavy music festival is making its inaugural stop at Texas Motor Speedway. Musical performances include Slayer, System of a Down, Evanescence and Underoath. Ticket admission gives access to all concerts on multiple stages, concessions, drink choices and merchandise.
- Oct. 24, 11 a.m.-midnight
- Starting at $349
- 3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth
