Check out 13 events happening in Pflugerville, Hutto

The Hutto Public Library is hosting a speed-friending event.The gathering is a chance for parents and caregivers in the community to connect.

• Aug. 25, 11 a.m.-noon
• Free
• 500 W. Live Oak St., Hutto
• www.huttotx.gov/239/Library

The local theater troupe will host a production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” which centers around a group of young students—protrayed by adults—who attempt to prove themselves as spellers and talented individuals.

• Sept. 12-28 (showtimes vary)
• $36 (admission)
• 2120 N. Mays St., Ste. 290, Round Rock
• www.penfoldtheatre.org

The Tool tribute band Learn to Swim will perform in downtown Pflugerville. Guests are invited to bring lawn chairs, pets, blankets and friends for an evening of music. Food vendors will also be available.

• Sept. 19, 8 p.m.
• Free
• 100 E. Main St., Pflugerville
• www.pflugervilletx.gov

The brewery will host its first Oktoberfest, featuring local vendors, live music, beer and food specials, and a stein-holding contest.

• Sept. 20, noon-8 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 610 Hwy. 79, Hutto
• www.facebook.com/cottonwoodcreekbrewery

The city of Pflugerville will host its 5th annual Cardboard Boat Regatta, inviting participants of all ages to build a boat and paddles using only cardboard and duct tape. On the day of the event, participants will board their boats and race to the finish line at Gilleland Creek Pool. Boats must be built in advance of the race and participants are encouraged to register online.

• Sept. 20, 6-8 p.m.
• Free
• 700 N. Railroad Ave., Pflugerville
• www.pflugervilletx.gov

Power Brewing Project will host a workshop to teach guests how to make their own dumplings. Each guest will receive pre-made filling and wrappers, learn the traditional dumpling folding method and be able to take home 8-12 dumplings.

• Sept. 21, 2-4 p.m.
• $55 per ticket
• 3333 CR 119, Ste. 130, Hutto
• https://tinyurl.com/3nf53x9w

The city of Pflugerville’s annual Library Con will feature a day of panels, crafts, cosplays and gaming. Attendees can meet with comic authors and artists, voice actors, cosplayers and others. The event will also feature a cosplay contest.

• Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Free
• 1008 W. Pfluger St., Pflugerville
• www.libraryconvention.com

The Grammy Award winning band Alabama Shakes, with special guest Greyhounds, will perform at Moody Center in Austin.

• Sept. 25, 8 p.m.
• $62+ (admission)
• 2001 Robert Dedman Drive, Austin
• www.moodycenteratx.com

The city of Round Rock will host its annual Round Rock Arts Fest in the downtown area, featuring visual and performing artists. With nearly 100 artist vendors, the event will include interactive art experiences, performances, food trucks and more. Bluebonnet Beer Co. will also host an Oktoberfest at the festival.

• Oct. 3, 5-9 p.m.; Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 301 W. Bagdad Ave., Round Rock
• www.roundrocktexas.gov

Backpack Friends, a nonprofit organization benefitting Pflugerville ISD, Round Rock ISD and other districts, will host a hunger walk to raise money for food for at-risk children. The event will take place at Pfluger Park, which features a playground area, hike and bike trails, a basketball court and sand volleyball court. Every $5 raised will equal one weekend of food for a child in need.

• Oct. 4, 8 a.m.
• $25 (adults) $10 (students), $300 (teams)
• 515 City Park Road, Pflugerville
• www.backpackfriends.com

The city of Hutto’s annual festival will feature live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, local crafts and kids’ activities. Several bands are scheduled to perform, while a car show and pie-eating contest will also take place.

• Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
• Free
• 122 East St., Hutto
• https://huttochamber.com