Lucky you. You just found ATXtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for that are taking place throughout Austin each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to in November. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back — we update our guide monthly.
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Festivals + fairs
Texas Monthly BBQ Fest | Saturday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Lockhart City Park, Lockhart | $135 | There’s no better way to enjoy smoked meats than with some of the foremost experts + pit masters in the Lone Star State, featuring bites from locals like Interstellar BBQ, La Barbecue, and KG BBQ.
Fossil Fest 2025 | Saturday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Old Settler’s Heritage Association | $3 | Learn about trilobites and the Cambrian, bring a fossil for identification, and let your mind wander to the days of the dinosaurs.
Austin Food & Wine Festival | Friday, Nov. 7-Sunday, Nov. 9 | Times vary | Auditorium Shores | $185+ | This festival has plenty of bites and even more wines to try — not to mention sessions, demos, and tastings with chefs from around the globe.
Festival of Good 2025: Pawsitively Good Fall Fun | Saturday, Nov. 8 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Goodnight Ranch Amenity Lawn | Free | Shop from local vendors, enjoy a petting zoo, and bring the kiddos to this free festival in support of the Austin Humane Society.
Texas Book Festival | Saturday, Nov. 8-Sunday, Nov. 9 | Times vary | Multiple locations | Free | This honored festival of literacy welcomes readers of all ages and 300+ authors for sessions, shopping, and community.
The Texas Tribune Festival | Thursday, Nov. 13-Saturday, Nov. 15 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Omni Hotel Downtown Austin | $65+ | Hear from some of the foremost political leaders in the US at this festival of innovation, economy, and ideas.
Panda Fest | Friday, Nov. 14-Sunday, Nov. 16 | 10 a.m. | Republic Square | $17+ | This traveling festival of Asian food will have 100+ dishes to try, 40+ vendors, performances, and a giant inflatable panda.
Texas Craft Brewers Festival | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 2-6:30 p.m. | Fiesta Gardens | $24+ | Get ready to hop for joy — tickets come with 10 sample tickets for sipping.
Opera Austin Festival 2025 | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 4-11 p.m. | KMFA Classical 89.5 | $30 | The second annual festival of opera brings composers, singers, and organizations together under one roof.
Austin Mac & Cheese Festival 2025 | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 12 p.m. | Star Hill Ranch | $60+ | Nosh on mac and cheese and delicious desserts from local restaurants to your heart’s content. Psst — this year is island themed.
Concerts
Lord Huron + Feist | Thursday, Oct. 30 | 7:30-11 p.m. | The Moody Center | $52+ | Don’t say “I Lied,” because the viral alternative band inspired by Lake Huron will serenade Austinites the night before Halloween.
Kevin Gates | Friday, Oct. 31 | 7-10 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park | $54+ | Spend Halloween on “The Amilio Tour.”
Tate McRae | Friday, Oct. 31 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moody Center | $75+ | The pop sensation will share the stage with Alessi Rose on her “Miss Possessive Tour.”
The B-52’s and Devo | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 7-10 p.m. | Germania Insurance Amphitheater | $31+ | These two classic bands are sure to put on an unforgettable show at the outdoor theater.
Aly & AJ | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $25+ | Amanda Shires will join this beloved sister duo on their “Silver Deliverer Tour.”
Jacob Collier: “The Solo Tour” | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 7 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $59+ | The singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist has been called the “Mozart of Gen Z” by the New York Times.
Leon Thomas | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | Free | You’ll have to win tickets to see this multi-talented musician, who is known for his song “MUTT” and his breakout role on “Victorious.”
Jesse McCartney + Ana Sky | Monday, Nov. 3 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $52+ | You may know him for “Beautiful Soul,” but this 2000’s star is touring with his new EP, “Weightless.”
Marcus King Band | Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | Enter to win tickets | Strap in for an “Austin City Limits” taping with this GRAMMY-nominated band.
Maroon 5 | Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 8-11:30 p.m. | The Moody Center | $63+ | There’s no “Misery” here — fall in love with the music all over again during the “Love is Like Tour.”
Big Thief | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 7-10 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park | $59+ | It’s not a rollercoaster ride, it’s a “Somersault Slide 360" on this tour.
Jimmy Webb | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 8 p.m. | The State Theatre | $35+ | The GRAMMY winner and genre bender will wow you with his performance.
Harvest Moon 2025 | Thursday, Nov. 6 | 6-10 p.m. | Republic Square Park | $35+ | Hear from the Josh Abbott Band at this fundraiser in support of the University of Texas Elementary School.
Tame Impala | Thursday, Nov. 6 | 8 p.m. | The Moody Center | $351+ | The “Deadbeat Tour” will highlight Tame Impala’s first new album since 2020.
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen | Friday, Nov. 7 | 8-10 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater | $58+ | Spend a night two-stepping under the stars with this Americana musician.
Purity Ring + yuniVERSE | Saturday, Nov. 8 | 8-11:55 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $41+ | This Canadian pop band’s “Place Of My Own Tour” celebrates the duo’s conceptual album.
“Evil Dead” in Concert | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $25+ | The cult classic will be accompanied by the live version of the score.
Wyclef Jean | Monday, Nov. 10 | 9 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $66+ | The legacy performer will take the stage at this year’s Andy Roddick Foundation Gala.
Straight No Chaser | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $35+ | This theatrical male a cappella group will put you right in the holiday spirit.
Jeff Tweedy + Macie Stewart | Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $59+ | The frontman of Wilco will stop in town for his “Twilight Override Tour.”
Billie Eilish | Thursday, Nov. 13-Friday, Nov. 14 | 7-10:30 p.m. | The Moody Center | $494+ | Don’t be “BLUE,” because the pop sensation’s “Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour” show has two nights in Austin.
Of Monsters and Men + Arny Margret | Thursday, Nov. 13 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $37+ | There’s no need for “Little Talks,” because you know you’re going to want tickets to “The Mouse Parade Tour.”
Ray Wylie Hubbard | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $25+ | The local talent behind “Snake Farm” is a treat to see live.
An Intimate Evening With Jagged Edge | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $47+ | The trailblazing R&B band of 20+ years will treat Austinites to “The Cuffing Season Tour.”
Thee Phantom & Illharmonic Orchestra | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $20+ | Strings, horns, and piano are all central characters at this hip-hop concert.
Queens Of The Stone Age | Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $95+ | “The Catacombs Tour” will take you through unknown dimensions of the rock band.
A Day to Remember and Yellowcard | Friday, Nov. 21 | 6:15-9 p.m. | Moody Center ATX | $35+ | The “Maximum Fun Tour” will bring a host of iconic bands together for one show.
The Damn Torpedoes (A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers) | Friday, Nov. 21 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at 3Ten | $31 | This show is the next best thing to seeing Tom Petty performing in Austin.
Bella White | Friday, Nov. 21 | 8 p.m. | The State Theatre | $25+ | Let yourself be serenaded by the 22-year-old Canadian singer-songwriter.
Playboi Carti | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 7 p.m. | The Moody Center | $75+ | The frequent feature with The Weeknd will bring the “Antagonist Tour” to town.
John Crist | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 7 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $48+ | Are you a human? Are you sure? Find out with this viral comedian.
An Evening With David Byrne | Tuesday, Nov. 25-Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 8 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $83+ | You have two chances to catch the “Who is the Sky” Tour with his first album since 2018.
Bob Schneider + The Moonlight Orchestra | Friday, Nov. 28 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $48+ | This Austin-based musician has become a holiday season staple with his creative approach to music.
The Band of Heathens and Jamestown Revival | Saturday, Nov. 29 | 7:30 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $47+ | Sela Campbell will also join the powerhouse bands onstage.
Parliament Funkadelic & George Clinton | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $47+ | Let the innovators of funk do their thing while you get on your feet to dance.
Comedy
Heather McMahan | Thursday, Nov. 6-Friday, Nov. 7 | Times vary | The Paramount Theatre | $46+ | See the actress, podcaster, and comedian live in one of Austin’s most iconic theaters.
Dan Soder | Saturday, Nov. 8 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $36+ | “The Golden Retriever of Comedy Tour” will have fans of this stand-up star in stitches.
Sarah Millican | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $60 | If you missed the comedian’s Paramount set, you can also see her at ACL Live.
Sarah Millican | Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 7 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $47+ | The “Late Bloomer Tour” will have you cracking up all evening long.
John Mulaney: Mister Whatever | Thursday, Nov. 13-Saturday, Nov. 15 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall | $47+ | The highly decorated comedian’s new stand-up tour has four different showings (so you can catch it more than once if you can’t get enough).
Hannah Berner | Friday, Nov. 14 | 8 p.m. | ACL Live at the Moody Theater | $47+ | It may be “None of my Business” but you might want to grab tickets to see this comedian on tour.
Lucy Darling: “You’re Welcome” | Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $45+ | The vintage-inspired comedian will share her charm with the audience all night long.
HASAN HATES RONNY — RONNY HATES HASAN | Friday, Nov. 21 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $47+ | Comedians Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng will air their grievances about the country, about each other, and about their lives for a paying audience.
Stavros Halkias | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $40+ | Known for his podcast “Stavvy’s World” and special “Fat Rascal” (which was filmed at the Paramount Theatre), this comedian will have you in side-splitting laughter.
Chris Distefano | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $40+ | Get ready to giggle alongside this mega-popular comedian.
The Knockout Tour: Violet vs. Gottmik | Monday, Nov. 24 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $25+ | Meet these two queens in the ring for their first headline theater tour.
Books
Elyse Myers | Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $55 | The comedian and author will debut “That’s a Great Question, I’d Love to Tell You,” in Austin — each ticket comes with a signed copy of the book.
Travis Baldree: “Brigands & Breadknives” | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 4 p.m. | BookPeople | $34 | Hear first-hand from the expert world-builder and author at this Q+A and signing.
Bryan Stevenson: A Conversation on Social Justice | Monday, Nov. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $30+ | Hear from the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama and author of “Just Mercy.”
Callie Hart: “Brimstone” | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 7-8 p.m. | First Baptist Church of Austin | $44 | Join the romantasy author for a signing and celebration of her new book.
Theater
Ballet Folklórico | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 5 p.m. | Long Center | $26+ | The ballet will perform Guelaguetza Oaxaqueña — a mosaic of Oaxacan tradition.
World Ballet Company: “Cinderella” | Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 7 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $47+ | Experience the fairytale in a new light with 40 dancers, 150+ costumes, and dances to revel in.
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” | Saturday, Nov. 8-Sunday, Dec. 28 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Kleberg at Zach | $21+ | Join the Peanuts gang for a holiday retelling of their famous Chirstmas story.
“Desperado” 30th Anniversary + Robert Rodriguez’s Chingon Band | Thursday, Nov. 13 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $35 | The local director’s film — which stars Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, and Cheech Marin — will be screened with a performance from his band.
“A Christmas Carol” | Wednesday, Nov. 19-Saturday, Jan. 3 | Times vary | Zach Theater | $28+ | This timeless tale of holiday spirit will return to the stage for its 11th season.
A Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin: “Home Alone” 35th Anniversary | Saturday, Nov. 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $58+ | The star of this beloved holiday film will join the Capital City for a screening and Q+A. Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal.
For the fam
Dog Man: Big Jim Believes Fan Party | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 5 p.m. | BookPeople | Free with RSVP | Bring the kiddos to meet Dog Man (and get excited if you read “Captain Underpants” as a kid).
Sports
There’s nothing like being at Q2 Stadium on game night.
Photo by @stevenstamps
Vanderbilt Commodores vs. Texas Longhorns | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | DKR Texas Memorial Stadium | $136+ | Cheer on the Horns and wear your burnt orange at this game.
Los Angeles FC vs. Austin FC | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Q2 Stadium | $62+ | El Tree will take on its rival, so don’t forget to wear green and black in support.
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Texas Longhorns | Saturday, Nov. 22 | Time TBD | Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium | $119+ | Show up for the Longhorns at this fall game.
Texas A&M vs. Texas Longhorns | Friday, Nov. 28 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | Texas Memorial Stadium | $478+ | Cheer on the Horns as they face this time-honored rival.
Active
Justice Run | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 7 a.m.-1 p.m. | Travis County Expo Center | $77+ | Hit the pavement to raise awareness for women’s freedom from the trafficking industry.
It’s My Park Day | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Various parks across Austin | Free with RSVP | Help care for parks around Austin at this annual day of giving back.
ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot | Thursday, Nov. 27 | 8:30 a.m. | Auditorium Shores | $25+ | The 35th annual tradition will benefit Caritas of Austin.
Seasonal Events
Disney “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” Light Trail | Thursday, Sept. 25-Sunday, Nov. 30 | 7:30-11 p.m. | Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center | $31+ | Walk among the characters of this beloved Tim Burton film at a pop-up experience.
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” In Concert | Thursday, Oct. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $35+ | Feel the orchestral music from this cult classic TV show while scenes from all three seasons play.
Día de los Muertos | Saturday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park | Free admission | Honor the Day of the Dead with activities, a Mercado y Más, food from local vendors, and arts and crafts.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar | Friday, Nov. 14-Wednesday, Dec. 24 | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | Blue Genie Art Bazaar | Cost of purchase | Celebrate 25 years of this holiday market by and for Austinites.
Oh What Fun! Austin Holiday Market | Thursday, Nov. 20-Sunday, Dec. 21 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Republic Square | Free | Local makers at this market will switch out booths throughout the season, so there will always be something new to see.
The Front Market | Saturday, Nov. 22-Sunday, Nov. 23 | 11 a.m. | Moody Amphitheater | Free | Shop from 150+ women and LGBTQ+ small business owners, creatives, and makers.
City-Wide Vintage Sale | Saturday, Nov. 29-Sunday, Nov. 30 | Times vary | Palmer Events Center | $10 | It’s a vintage and thrift shopper’s paradise at this enormous market where there are treasures untold.
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