Comedy shows and multiple festivals are among the events planned for Northwest Austin, Cedar Park and downtown Austin. Check out these 13 events happening throughout November.
Craig Robinson at Cap City Comedy Club
Actor, musician and comedian Craig Robinson will perform at Cap City Comedy Club. The actor blends stand-up comedy, crowd work and keyboard performances.
Oct. 29-Nov. 1, show times vary
$50+ (admission)
11506 Century Oaks Terrace, Bldg. B, Ste. 100, Austin
www.capcitycomedy.com
11th annual Altercation Comedy Festival
The comedy festival will take place at Kick Butt Coffee with over 60 comics, including performances by comedians Brian Posehn, Sam Miller and Val Vulpe.
Fall Roundup
The western-themed event will feature live country music, dancing, food and more. Held at Lakeline Park, the afternoon will include armadillo races, a mechanical bull, crafts and a petting zoo.
Austin Veterans Parade
The local tradition honoring military veterans will begin at Congress Avenue Bridge at 9 a.m., with parade participants marching to the Texas Capitol. Following the parade, a veterans resource event and Veterans Day ceremony will take place on the south steps of the Capitol.
Texas Brewery Running Series
Runners, walkers and joggers are invited to Celis Brewery where they can complete a 5K course and then celebrate at the finish line with a cold beer. Participants will receive one craft brew, a collector’s pint glass or seasonal swag, a chance to win prizes and more.
Austin Celtic Festival
The event, which will be held at Pioneer Farms, is dedicated to Irish, Scottish and other Celtic culture. The festival will include traditional music, bagpipes, Irish dancing, highland games, artisan vendors and more.
Nov. 7, noon-7 p.m.; Nov. 8, noon-6 p.m.
$25 per day (adults), $12 per day (ages 5-16); $40 weekend pass (adults), $20 weekend pass (ages 5-16)
10621 Pioneer Farms Drive, Austin
www.austincelticfestival.com
Fossil Fest
The Paleontological Society of Austin will hold the annual Fossil Fest at the Williamson County Old Settlers Association in Round Rock. The theme for this year’s two-day event is Ammonites, as the nonprofit organization seeks to educate attendees about the world of marine cephalopods. The festival will include guest speakers, demonstrations, fossil exhibits and more.
Nov. 7-8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$3 (adults), $2 (students)
172 Harrell Parkway, Round Rock
www.austinpaleo.org
KadabraCon 2026
The four-day event celebrates fandom, pop culture, cosplay, anime, gaming, comics and more. The event, which will be held at Golfinity ATX, will feature special guests, vendors, immersive panels, photo opportunities and other activities.
Nov. 12, 4 p.m.- Nov. 15, 6 p.m.
$10-$35, daily passes; $50, weekend pass; $120, VIP pass
12332 N. FM 620, Austin
www.kadabracon.com
Texas Book Festival
The literary festival will take place in downtown Austin with more than 250 writers, programming for all ages in both English and Spanish, book signings, cooking demonstrations, food trucks and other activities. The event will take place in and around the Texas Capitol, as well as throughout the downtown area.
Austin Spurs vs. Memphis Hustle
The Austin Spurs, the NBA G League affiliate of the San Antonio Spurs, will face off against the Memphis Hustle at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park.
Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays
Emmy winner Derek Hough will bring his tour to the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. The show will feature classic holiday tunes and choreography performed by Hough and his cast of dancers.
Arts in Cahoots
The Northwest Austin Recreation Center will host a one-hour event designed for pre-K-age students that includes art activities for children. Arts in Cahoots is meant to help children build social-emotional skills, familiarize themselves with a classroom setting and learn while still with their trusted caregiver.
Alfred Robles at Cap City Comedy Club
Stand-up comedian Alfred Robles will bring his Vatos with Gatos Tour to Cap City Comedy Club. Robles has been featured on “Stand Up Revolution” on Comedy Central, “Mr. Iglesias” on Netflix, and “Entre Nos” on HBO. He’s also performed at Austin’s Moontower Comedy Festival.
Nov. 25, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 27, 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m.; Nov. 28, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
$39+ (admission)
11506 Century Oaks Terrace, Bldg. B, Ste. 100, Austin
www.capcitycomedy.com
