Check out these events going on across North San Antonio this October, featuring a half marathon, live music and more.

Oktoberfest at Little Woodrow’s

There will be live music, a Stein Hoisting competition, beer and more.

• Sept. 27, 5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Little Woodrow’s, 606 W. Afton Oaks Blvd., San Antonio
• www.littlewoodrows.com

Beast over Boston — Tribute to Iron Maiden

Hear the legendary sounds of this iconic heavy metal band through the talents of Beasts Over Boston as they perform their first concert in Texas. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show begins at 9 p.m.

• Oct. 3-4, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.
• $15
• Fitzgerald’s, 437 McCarty Road, Ste. 101, San Antonio
• www.fitzrockssa.com/events

Market Days at Encino Park

There will be 70 vendors selling jewelry, food, clothing, crafts and more. Proceeds from the market will go to local scholarships.

• Oct. 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Encino Park Community Center, 1923 Encino Rio, San Antonio
• www.facebook.com/p/Market-Days-Encino-Park-Womens-Club

Día de los Muertos Half Marathon San Antonio

Participants are encouraged to wear costumes for the race. The event will also have a kid's race, 5K and quarter marathon.

• Oct. 5, times vary
• Ticket prices vary
• Eisenhower Park, 19399 NW. Military Hwy., San Antonio
• www.runsignup.com/Race/TX/SanAntonio

National Night Out

This event will feature demonstrations from the police and fire departments. There will also be inflatables, an obstacle course, face painting, photos opportunities and more.

• Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Shavano Park City Hall, 900 Saddletree Court, Shavano Park
• www.shavanopark.org/residents/events.php

Jazz in the Garden: Toro Flores & Hot Sauce

Experience lush scenery at this popular San Antonio garden along with intimate music from Toro Flores & Hot Sauce, a local jazz musician and backing band. Food and drinks are available and guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets.

• Oct. 10, 6:30-9 p.m.
• Free (donations accepted)
• Japanese Tea Garden, 3853 N. St. Mary’s St., San Antonio
• saparks.org/events/jazz-in-the-garden-fall-series

Big Texas Comicon

Check out this fan convention featuring appearances and photo-ops with actors Anthony Starr, Kristen Schaal, Martin Kove and more. There will be vendors, artists, comic books, cards and more to discover, too.

• Oct. 17-19, times vary
• Ticket prices vary
• Henry B. González Convention Center, 900 E. Market St., San Antonio
• www.bigtexascomicon.com

10th Annual Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival

Attendees can learn, celebrate and see the importance of butterflies and other pollinators in the South Texas ecosystem. There will be hands-on nature activities and lectures for all ages.

• Oct. 18, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Brackenridge Park, 3700 N. St. Mary's St., San Antonio
• www.brackenridgepark.org/event/monarch-butterfly-pollinator-festival

14th Annual Burton Ball

This annual horror convention will feature local vendors, artists, costume contests, treats and more.

• Oct. 24-26, times TBD
• Free (admission)
• Wonderland of the Americas, 4522 Fredericksburg Road, Balcones Heights
• Instagram: Burton Ball TX; Facebook: Kings of Horror

Family Fishing Day

As fish are released into the San Antonio River, head to Brackenridge Park and learn how to cast a reel and wrangle in the biggest catch. There will be a contest for those under 16 and no license is necessary to participate.

• Oct. 25, 9 a.m.
• Free (admission)
• Joske Pavilion, 3700 N. St. Mary’s St., San Antonio
• www.brackenridgepark.org/event/family-fishing-day