A number of fall and Halloween-related events in the Austin area offer entertainment options for children, photo opportunities and chances to experience cooler weather. This list is not comprehensive.

Sept. 25 to Oct. 31

Manchaca United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch Visitors can walk through the pumpkin patch, take photos on hay bales and purchase pumpkins, which are priced according to size. WHEN: Sat.-Sun. noon-7:30 p.m. or until dark, Mon.-Fri.  2-7:30 p.m. or until dark, weather permitting COST: free WHERE: Manchaca United Methodist Church, 1011 FM 1626. INFO: 512-282-7274 • www.manchacaumc.org 

Oct. 7 to 29

Boo at the Zoo The zoo becomes illuminated and decorated for the Halloween occasion. Attendees can wear a costume, bring a picnic, ride a haunted train, explore a haunted house and see the zoo animals at night with a flashlight. Adult attendees wearing a costume may not wear a mask. WHEN: Oct. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29. 6:30-9 p.m. COST: $15 (includes a haunted train pass and unlimited haunted house visits) WHERE: Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary, 10808 Rawhide Trail INFO: 512-288-1490 • www.austinzoo.org 

Oct. 28

Bannockburn Christian Academy’s fall festival The family-friendly event’s features include a silent auction, crafts, games, bounce houses and train rides. Food is available for purchase, and $1 tickets are sold for activities such as games. WHEN: 5:30-8:30 p.m. COST: free WHERE: Bannockburn Christian Academy gym, 7100 Brodie Lane. INFO: 512-892-2706 • www.bcaaustin.org

Oct. 29

Dittmar Halloween Spooktacular The annual event includes a haunted house as well as a carnival with games. An outdoor showing of the movie “Corpse Bride” takes place in the park at sundown. WHEN: 6-8 p.m. COST: free WHERE: Dittmar Recreation Center, 1009 Dittmar Road. INFO: 512-974-6090 • www.austintexas.gov/dittmar

Doc’s Halloweenie The event includes a dog costume contest, face painting and dog bowl painting. Proceeds from family activities benefit Austin Pets Alive. WHEN: 3 p.m. Doc’s Backyard COST: free WHERE: 5207 Brodie Lane, Ste. 100, Sunset Valley. INFO: 512-892-5200 • www.eatdrinkdocs.com

Oct. 30

Fall Fest The annual fall event features food, games, live music and a trunk-or-treat. Attendees are encouraged to dress in costumes. WHEN: 4-7 p.m. COST: free WHERE: Oak Hill United Methodist Church, 7815 W. Hwy. 290. INFO: 512-288-3836 •  www.oakhillumc.org

Bethany Lutheran Church Fall Festival Trunk or Treat Pony rides, bounce houses, a hayride, trick or treating and a petting zoo are scheduled. WHEN: 3-6 p.m. COST: free (trunk or treat), $5 (other activities). WHERE: Bethany Lutheran Church, 3701 W. Slaughter Lane. INFO: 512-292-8778 • www.bethanyaustin.com

Nov. 5

Texas Tree Climb Attendees can celebrate Texas Arbor Day by climbing amid fall foliage using harnesses, ropes, and helmets. Trained experts will provide instruction and equipment. Children age 7 and older and adults are eligible to climb. WHEN: 9 a.m.–noon. COST: free (members, University of Texas at Austin members, age 4 and younger), $4 (ages 5-17), $8 (age 65 and older and students with college ID), $10 (adults) WHERE: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave. WEB: 512-232-0100 •  www.wildflower.org

Nov. 20

Rock the Red Kettle ATX 2016 Presented by KOKE FM and benefiting The Salvation Army Austin Services for women and children, the event includes a night of music, live and silent auctions, food and giving. WHEN: 6-9 p.m. COST: $100 (individual), sponsorships and VIP experiences available. WHERE: LifeAustin Amphitheatre, 8901 W. Hwy 71 INFO: 512-605-1410 •  www.rocktheredkettleatx.org