Alright friends, it’s time to get out those calendars and start planning your fall weekends because there is so much coming up that sounds incredibly fun. Whether you’re looking for music, food, culture, arts, or seasonal festivities, there’s a whole lot happening in and around Austin this fall.
2024 Fall Festivals:
-– Round Rock Arts Festival (Round Rock, TX)
October 4 – 6
The festival formerly known as Chalk Walk is Round Rock’s version of an Italian street painting festival and has newly been named Round Rock Arts Festival. This year’s festival will have expanded hours and features hundreds of artists, vendors, sponsors, local and regional musicians, theatrical performances plus a variety of foods and drinks. Get more info here.
— Austin City Limits Music Festival
Weekend One: October 4 – 6
Weekend Two: October 11 – 13
Held in Zilker Park, this is one of the country’s largest celebrations of music. ACL Festival features a diverse lineup of acts every year over two weekends with 8 stages, and more than 100 bands.
— Bluegrass Festival (Leander, TX)
October 4 & 5
The 19th Annual Blue Grass Festival will be held from 6 pm – 9:30 pm on October 4th and 5th and features food vendors, a fun zone while listening to live music. Admission is free, and the Fun Zone is $15 per person.
— Oktoberfest (Fredericksburg, TX)
October 4 – 6
Oktoberfest is an annual event held in downtown Fredericksburg, Texas on Marktplatz. This Fest celebrates its German heritage with music, food and drink, artisans, a children’s area, and family fun. Oompah at its best.
— AustOberfest | Austin’s Oktoberfest
October 5
This annual festival features live music, food, beer tastings, kid’s activities, and more. Festive dress is encouraged!
— UTOPiAfest (Burnet, TX)
November 8 & 9
UTOPiAfest takes place at Four Sisters Ranch with music, camping, food, and family-friendly activities in an outdoor setting.
— Deutschen Pfest (Pflugerville, TX)
October 18 & 19
Pflugerville’s most popular pfestival, the Deutschen Pfest takes place in Pfluger Park. The 48th Pfest will feature children’s games and activities, shopping booths, live music, competitions, and lots of pfun! You can also sign up for the Pfun Run – this year’s theme is Pfamily Pfright Pfun and participants are encouraged to dress in costumes!
-– Austin Film Festival
October 24 – 31
Recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country where you can see top-billed & independent films, passes for Austin Film Festival 2024 are now on sale here.
— Diwali Festival (Round Rock, TX)
October 26
The festival of Diwali is a ‘celebration of light’ and all that it encompasses. Enjoy beautiful street lights, savory food, music, cultural dance, beautiful Rangoli (Sand Art), a fashion show, an Indian Bazaar, and more. There will be 100s of vendors featuring Henna tattoos, jewelry, clothing, home goods from India, and more. This event has so much to offer – get all the details and activities here.
-– Texas Book Festival
November 16 – 17
The Texas Book Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious literary festivals in the country. This annual festival features hundreds of nationally and critically recognized adult and children’s authors, exhibitors, activities, and countless opportunities to meet authors and fellow book lovers. Note that this year’s fest will be a mix of virtual and in-person events.
— Round Top Antiques Fair (Round Top, TX)
October 14 – 19
The Original Round Top Antiques Fair is celebrated as one of the best antique shows in the nation where you’ll find vintage & antique items.
www.roundtoptexasantiques.com
-– Viva la Vida Festival & Parade
Oct. 26
Viva la Vida is Austin’s largest and longest-standing celebration of the Day of the Dead every year at the Mexic-Arte Museum and includes a big parade through East Austin and downtown Congress Ave.
— Austin Food & Wine Festival
November 1 – 3
Austin Food + Wine Festival will feature cooking demos and food samples from renowned chefs and top-rated restaurants as well as sips from an array of wine, beer, and spirits exhibitors. Please note that this one is for ages 21+ (but a great day-date for parents and caregivers.)
-– Wurstfest (New Braunfels)
November 1 – 10
Held in New Braunfels, you’ll get your fix of German food & beer, music, carnival rides and games, and lots of Alpine and Bavarian-style entertainment.
*Header photo via Oktoberfest Fredericksburg
There sure is a lot happening around Austin this fall! For more, check out:
Happy fall, y’all!
