Austin Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Austin and nearby
Austin welcomes Halloween 2026 in the Sixth Street and Zilker Park areas with spooky events, live music, and haunted bar crawls in downtown districts.
Find spooky entertainment, fall festivals, and Halloween attractions including costume contests, pumpkin fairs, and late-night haunted shows.
Editor's Picks
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House of Torment Haunted House
Austin haunted attraction featuring an officially licensed Jason Voorhees walkthrough experience.
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Haunted ATX Hearse & Van Tours
Tour Austin's haunted sites in a converted classic Cadillac hearse limousine.
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43rd Annual Viva La Vida Festival & Parade
Austin’s largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos festival and parade.
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Boo at the Zoo
Family-friendly Halloween event with themed activities at the zoo
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The Ghosts of Austin Tour
Family-friendly walking tour exploring downtown Austin's historic haunted landmarks.
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Pumpkin Nights Austin
Nine immersive lands crafted from over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins.
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Browse Halloween Near Austin by Category
Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Austin’s largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos festival and parade.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Overlooks downtown Austin from the Fairmont's 7th-floor spaces with four DJs.
Haunted Experiences
Austin haunted attraction featuring an officially licensed Jason Voorhees walkthrough experience.
Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment
Annual Halloween classic ballet returning with new surprises.
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Family-friendly walking tour exploring downtown Austin's historic haunted landmarks.
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in Austin
- Austin Weekend Fun: Halloween and More Published: Fri, Oct 2, 2026
- Dougherty Arts Center Hosts Bride of Frankenstein Published: Fri, Oct 2, 2026
Austin Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
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Halloween Road Trips & Weekend Getaways
Bigger Halloween scenes worth the drive