Families can explore the illuminated zoo at night in costume, navigate a spooky haunted house, ride the Haunted Train, and enjoy picnic areas amidst the animals.
Line-up: Austin Zoo animal exhibits, Haunted House, Spooky Train ride
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 24 Oct · 17:45
Austin Zoo· Austin
Families can explore the Austin Zoo in the dark with full Halloween costumes, spooky train rides, and nighttime animal viewings.
Experience a fun, family-friendly evening of Halloween costumes, nocturnal animals, and spooky train rides.
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Families can explore the illuminated zoo at night in costume, navigate a spooky haunted house, ride the Haunted Train, and enjoy picnic areas amidst the animals.
Line-up: Austin Zoo animal exhibits, Haunted House, Spooky Train ride
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 1 Nov · 10:00 · Family & Kids
VFW Post 856 Mess Hall Grounds · Leander
One of the largest pumpkin festivals in Central Texas features thousands of pumpkins, a giant corn maze, rides, and interactive fall entertainment for kids.
Sun 18 Oct · 15:00 · Family & Kids
Long Center for the Performing Arts (Dell Hall) · South Lamar
A costumed, family-centric classical concert featuring symphonic music paired with interactive storytelling.
Line-up: Austin Symphony Orchestra
Sun 18 Oct · 15:00 · Family & Kids
Long Center for the Performing Arts (Dell Hall) · South Bank / Downtown
A spooky and engaging classical music concert designed specifically for children and families, featuring Halloween-themed symphonic pieces and costumed fun.
Line-up: Austin Symphony Orchestra
Indie slowcore trio Horse Jumper of Love headline Antone's downtown stage supported by local garage and indie outfits.
Line-up: Horse Jumper of Love, Dead Sullivan, Amelia's Best Friend
Former engineer-turned-comedian Don McMillan brings his signature PowerPoint-driven visual stand-up comedy to Austin.
Line-up: Don McMillan