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House of Torment isn’t for the faint of heart. It was once dubbed by the Travel Channel as “the scariest haunted house in America.” Guests will move through backdrops and macabre installations – and try not to piss themselves.

Over 120 motocross superbikes going 190 mph sound like something your kid – and, let’s be honest, you – would enjoy? Well they’re in luck, as the MotoAmerica Superbikes races are coming to Circuit of the Americas this weekend. Five classes of road racing are competing, all with sick names including Steel Commander Superbike, Mission King of the Baggers, Supersport, BellissiMoto Twins Cup, and the Mission Super Hooligan National Championship. Kids under 12 get in free with a paying adult, and in addition to the race they can sample free carnival games and a stunt show. – Lina Fisher

Enough! I can no longer remain silent: The weird rabbit mascot for Pecan Street Fest creeps me out! He’s Poochie-coded, and I don’t like him. Thankfully, this annual Downtown fair offers much more than that harebrained specter. Families, friends, and the furry alike can enjoy entertainment within the bustling heart of our city like kiddie rides and local craft vendors. Live music sets the soundtrack while you browse vendors, featuring sets by the Fresh Kils Trio, Rococo Disco, Big Sky Collective, and many more. There’s even a petting zoo, although god willing the rabbit’s not there. Perhaps by then he’ll have returned to his home planet. – James Scott

In what seems like a play on “sugar and spice and everything nice,” Lilith Fund presents its fall fundraiser with promises of a raffle and live DJs along with food and drinks from the lovely Brew & Brew. One of the brews is coffee (try a churro latte with caramel, cinnamon sugar, and a mini churro) and the other is beer, meaning an excellent selection of craft brewskis. So grab a bev and a sandwich and hope your name gets called for the raffle as you network with fellow do-gooders raising funds for this org that provides vital access to reproductive health care, ever under threat across the nation, and especially so in Texas. – Kat McNevins

Getting fit and fabulous is all about tailoring a routine to specific needs – such as, IDK, looking c*nty as hell? OutWellness, who won a Best of Austin for their trans-masculine group workouts, hosts a class specifically for the dolls. Every week, interested parties can join this fitness community where the focus is on “building a feminine physique, increasing confidence, and celebrating your unique journey.” On their What to Expect list, OutWellness does make mention of “glute-enhancing” exercises, so I guess you should expect to develop an Elasti-Girl-sized caboose. Exciting stuff! – James Scott

This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you.

Weekly guided breathwork sessions incorporate lunar and solar cycles, card readings, Kundalini, journaling, and more, and are led by Margaret, who has studied around the world and is a trained midwife, birth & postpartum doula, Reiki master, registered yoga teacher, and kinesiologist.

Throw a platter on and enjoy the vibes as Carver Library reimagines their Vinyl Night series with four Austin-based DJs. Explore the Seventies, Eighties, Nineties, and the new millennium with vinyl masters like jLA Cold, Queer Vinyl Co., and Foxy Brown. Each artist must use only their personal collection – and the Carver’s generous wax supply as well. Kick off the series with DJ Boozwa, aka Emmanuel Lopez, whose specialty lies in deep cut hip-hop, cumbia, and house. Bring your friends, family, and any other music lovers you know. – James Scott