OCTOBER: Things to Do Around Austin

by tjlewisrealestate-chime-me

October is a BUSY month in the Austin area with many indoor and outdoor events on the calendar! If you are looking to experience more of Austin and all our area has to offer, check out some of these local events coming up!

Austin City Limits Festival

October 1-3 & 8-10

After 2020’s cancellation, ACL festival is back and ready to parrrrty! ACL fest has grown into one of the most spectacular, 2 weekend events held in Texas. Austin is proud to host some of the most talented musicians from all different genres, from the King, George Strait, to Megan Thee Stallion, this year’s lineup will surely NOT disappoint. Tickets sold out in record breaking time, but resale tickets are available through the ACL authorized Ticketmasterexchange. @ Zilker Park 2207 Lou Neff Rd Austin, TX 78746 https://www.ticketexchangebyticketmaster.com | https://www.aclfestival.com/

Old Settlers Music Festival

10/21-10/24

Since 1987, people of all ages have enjoyed this festival featuring acoustic jazz, blues, bluegrass, americana, with local favorites, and award-winning artists from all around the world. Starting out as small, one day affair in Round Rock, the festival has since turned into 4 days of music, camping, arts and crafts, in it’s 145 acre forever home just outside of Lockhart. Food and drinks are available. @ 1616 FM 3158 Dale, Texas 78618 https://oldsettlersmusicfest.org/

Sweet Berry Farm Harvest of Fall Fun

10/1-11/10

Fall is arriving in Central Texas! THE original Central Texas pumpkin patch offers haunted hayrides, goats to feed, mazes, face painting, pony rides and so much more fun for the whole family. Closed on Wednesdays. @ 1801 FM 1980 Marble Falls, Texas 78654 https://sweetberryfarm.com

Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix

10/22-10/24

Global spotlight on Austin this weekend with the only Formula One home in the United States. The design of this track is one of the best on the planet. The experience of watching F1 cars take any of the twenty turns is beyond exciting, and an adrenaline rush not to be missed. @ Circuit of the Americas https://www.formula1.com

House of Torment Haunted House

9/11-11/13

For those who like to be absolutely terrified, the House of Torment is dubbed the scariest in Austin. Three times the amount of scary with 3 houses to walk through. Each house is extremely creative with the themes and room design, so the lifelike monsters, zombies, & goblins are sure to scare even the toughest souls!
@ 2632 Ridgepoint Dr, Austin, TX 78754 https://www.houseoftorment.com

38th Annual Day of the Dead Exhibition

9/17-11/22

From late October through early November, celebrate Dias de los Muertos in Austin, the Mexican holiday that remembers loved ones who have passed. The exhibition, Los Pueblos Originarios – Honoring the Dead – Continuing Traditions, Photos by Mary J. Andrade, runs from 9/17-11/22 @ Mexic-Arte Museum 419 Congress Ave Austin, TX 78701 https://mexic-artemuseum.org

Texas Book Festival

10/23-10/31

Founded in 1995 by Laura W. Bush, this is the 26th annual Texas Book festival featuring a diverse mix of different authors, speakers, panels, storytelling, etc. and is quite the literary event.Taking place mostly virtually, with limited in-person events, the festival has fun and engaging events for readers of all ages and interests! https://www.texasbookfestival.org

Susan G Komen More Than Pink Walk

10/24

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month & Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, will hold their signature fundraising event for Austin, Waco and San Antonio on October 24. The MORE THAN PINK Walk will continue to have a virtual, self-paced option and a new in-person event at The Long Center in Austin, TX. Funds raised support Komen’s advocacy, research investments and support of people facing breast cancer today, ensuring everyone can get the care they need to live.
https://www.komen.org