Pumpkin Nights at Pioneer Farms is happening now and runs through Halloween. | Photo by ATXtoday
Scary season is upon us, and Austin is known to turn up the frights come October. In fact, Austin was named one of the most haunted cities in the US last year.
We’ve found some of Austin’s best Halloween events to head to this year. That is, if you’re not a scaredy-cat.
Pumpkin Nights | Now-Sunday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Pioneer Farms | $22+ | Explore 7,500+ hand-carved pumpkins, sculptures, and installations in a half-mile patch to celebrate fall.
Uhland Fall Fest | Now-Sunday, Nov. 2 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | 2400 Cotton Gin Rd. | $20+ | Weekend themes include “Pioneer Palooza” and “Butterfly Jubilee” at this annual festival of all things fall.
Austin Ghost Tours | Year-round | Times vary | Locations vary | $30+ | This tour company offers two adults-only and one all-ages ghost tour so you can learn about the scary side of living in ATX.
Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect from your new go-to venue. | Photos provided by Mozart’s
Planning an event is stressful enough — this local spot makes choosing your venue the easiest part.
Whether it’s a cozy baby shower with live music or a splashy company outing at Paddleboard Beach, Mozart’s offers private spaces with stunning lake views and unique touches to make your day truly memorable.
Pro tip: Elevate your event with a gourmet coffee bar, expertly crafted catering options, and Mozart’s-themed gift bags.
Now’s your chance to get up close and personal with Mars.
Photo by Trustees of the Natural History Museum
Arts
A touring installation called “My Mars” will set up at Domain NORTHSIDE from Wednesday, Oct. 29 to Sunday, Nov. 2. The 22-ft hanging replica of the red planet shows the craters + valleys at a 1:1 million scale. Plus, multi-instrumentalist Jason Achilles will perform at the exhibit on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Number
Six. That’s how many of the Condé Nast Traveler’s “Top 15 Hotels in Texas” are located in Austin. Local stays make up the three top spots, plus, Hotel Saint Cecilia ranked No. 8 worldwide.
Trending
Model and celebrity Kendall Jenner surprised a house full of Longhorn fans in Dallas for the Red River Rivalry game over the weekend. Jenner personally delivered + served 818 Tequila to the 21+ fans to promote her brand.
Shop
The F1 Hub is open in the South Congress Shopping District now until Monday, Oct. 20 while race excitement is in the air. Inside, you’ll be able to find exclusive merchandise, team gear, and even F1 Legos.
Cause
Students at UT Austin helped bring solar water heaters to Ladakh, India to help replace a dependency on firewood due to freezing temperatures. Project Ladakh, which was co-created by student Sumeir Radhu, has installed 192 units so far and hopes to install at least 15 more. You can donate to the project here. (KVUE)
List
Austin is the best place in Texas for Gen Z to live, according to a new study by CommercialCafe. The Capital City ranked No. 8 across the country due to its youthful culture, low unemployment rate, high number of parks, and startup culture.
Sports
The Longhorns secured a huge victory against OU over the weekend and regained their spot in the AP Top 25 Poll. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Read
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Culture
🎸 Goodbye for now, ACL
Take a look at the size of Sabrina Carpenter’s crowd during ACL Fest. | Photo by Alredo Flores for ACL Festival
Six days of ACL Fest 2025 are officially done and dusted, and weekend two did not disappoint. From surprise guests to playful stage antics, here’s a look back at some of the festival’s most memorable moments.
Sabrina Carpenter sang a song with The Chicks and “arrested” Olivia Dean
Pop’s reigning “it” girl kept the surprises coming, inviting The Chicks to join her for a rendition of “Wide Open Spaces.” During “Juno,” Sabrina jokingly “arrested” fellow ACL performer Olivia Dean with a pair of fluffy pink handcuffs.
Plus, after playfully cuffing Joe Keery during weekend one, Sabrina sparked romance rumors when she was spotted at the Djo show on Friday, Oct. 10 at the Moody Theater. Could a love song set in Austin be next?
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
I’ve always said that ACL is almost as much a fashion show as it is a music festival, and this year was no different. Morgan and I were astounded at some of the outfits we saw, so we captured them for you. Check out these Weekend Two stunners.
