Planning fall fun around Austin with kids? From pumpkin-lit trails to hands-on art and wildlife encounters, these family-friendly Halloween events in Austin and nearby have you covered. Mark your calendar and start plotting your October adventures.
Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo’s Howl-O-Ween Extravaganza
Dates: October 25–26, 2025 • New Braunfels, TX
Get ready for a Halloween weekend packed with trick-or-treating, a hay maze, complimentary face painting, “creepy-crawly” animal meet-and-greets, and interactive shows all day long. Kids in costume get in free (see event page for details). Howl-O-Ween tends to sell out, so grab tickets early.
Pro tip: Make it extra special with an exclusive halloween capybara encounter!
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Spooktacular at the Bullock Texas State History Museum
Date: October 24, 2025 • Austin, TX
This free, family event blends festive Halloween fun with Texas history. Expect live music, a scavenger hunt, and spooky science activities that make learning a blast. Costumes encouraged.
Uhland Fall
Dates: September 27 – November 2, 2025 • Uhland, TX
About 25 miles south of Austin, Uhland Fall offers classic autumn vibes with dozens of games, live music, food vendors, photo ops, and a courtyard marketplace. It’s a great spot for pumpkin picking and a relaxed day outside the city.
Pumpkin Nights at Pioneer Farms
Dates: September 18 – October 31, 2025 • Austin, TX
Wander through glowing worlds of hand-crafted jack-o’-lantern art at Pioneer Farms. This after-dark favorite is perfect for photos and evening strolls. It often sells out, so secure tickets in advance.
Halloween at the Hive (Bee Cave Arts Foundation)
Dates: October 3–31, 2025 • Bee Cave, TX
A creative spin on Halloween. Kids can dive into hands-on, spooky-season art projects at The Hive while supporting community art installations like the whimsical Mushroom House. Costumes welcome.
Plan Your Austin Halloween Weekend
Whether you’re chasing a pumpkin-lit trail, building a spooky art masterpiece, or meeting incredible animals up close, Austin’s fall calendar is stacked with kid-friendly fun. If Howl-O-Ween is on your list, book early and pair it with an exclusive capybara encounter for an experience your crew will talk about all season.