You probably know where you’ll be trick-or-treating with the kids, and which Family Halloween Events and Parties you’ll be attending, but if you happen to have a babysitter or grandparents on the ready, we have the list for you. Thanks to our friends at Do512, we’ve got the inside scoop on some fun grown-up Halloween events for you to check out.
Header Photo via Toasty Badger
via Toasty Badger
Spooky Book Swap Dinner @ Toasty Badger
Wednesday, October 28 | 6:30 – 8:30 pm | $35 per person
A Halloween outing for people who would rather talk about books than shout over a DJ? Count us in. Toasty Badger is hosting a Halloween edition of its Book Swap Dinner, complete with a three-course meal, drinks available for purchase, and a surprise book exchange. Bring an unwrapped book (spooky or otherwise), and the restaurant will wrap it up so nobody knows what they’re getting until the swap. Costumes are encouraged! Make your reservation here.
via Jupiter Supper Club
Spirits Among Us @ Jupiter Supper Club
Saturday, October 31 | 8 pm | $150 per person, plus 20% gratuity
If Halloween date night calls for something a little fancier, Jupiter Supper Club is hosting a witchy four-course dinner with live music in its Nova Lounge. Each dish takes inspiration from the magical uses of herbs and ingredients, and the evening includes a rye Manhattan and performances of classics like “Black Magic Woman” and “I Put a Spell on You.” Costumes aren’t required to get into the spirit. Make your reservation here.
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Twisted Carnival @ Gibson Street Bar
Through November 1 | Hours vary | Free admission | 21+
Gibson Street Bar is getting creepy with its Twisted Carnival Halloween pop-up. Think carnival-inspired decor, spooky cocktails, and DJs setting the mood. It’s an easy option for a Halloween date night or drinks with friends without committing to a full costume party.
Moe’s Tavern @ Nickel City Bar
Through October 31 | Daily, noon – 2 am | FREE entry
Nickel City is bringing Springfield back to Austin with its annual Simpsons-inspired Halloween takeover. Expect themed cocktails, plenty of familiar decorations, and Krusty Burgers from the food truck. Whether you’re a lifelong Simpsons fan or just looking for a fun place to grab a drink, this one’s worth a stop. Check out Nickel City here.
Dave and Boo’ster’s Moonlight Mixer @ Dave & Buster’s
Saturday, October 31 | 7 – 10 pm | 18+
Leave the kids at home and take over the arcade for a change! Dave & Buster’s is hosting an adults-only Halloween Moonlight Mixer, so grab a costume, bring your competitive side, and spend the evening playing games without having to share the fun with the little ones. And since it wraps up at 10 pm, you can still be home at a reasonable hour.
More Grown-Up Halloween Events
- Haunted Rooftop @ Fairmont Austin
- Freaky Deaky 2026 @ Travis County Exposition Center
- 6th Sense Austin Bar Crawl on E. 6th
MORE Upcoming Date Ideas from our Friends at Do512
Don’t forget Halloween at Geraldine’s! No cover, live music, costumes encouraged, and free 4×6 photos to take home. 8pm-9:30pm