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Austin Chronicle Costume & Yard Art Contest
Participants can enter their most creatively spooky getups or home displays by sending hi-res photos to halloween@austinchronicle.com. The grand prize is a pair of tickets to Austin FC's last home game on Nov. 3 and the winner will be featured in the Halloween issue of the Chronicle, on stands Oct. 29. Runners-up and honorable mentions will also be eligible for special prizes.Through Oct. 25 -
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Die Felicia Presents: Goth Prom
Get ready for the prom of your nightmares with Die Felicia’s frightening cast of drag hellhounds. Performances by Champagne Killer, Papi Churro, Midknight Purchase, Sticky Gold, Rosalind Hussell, and Evah Destruction, plus special guests Simone Riviera, Leia Sakura Dior, and Veronica Valentine. Arrive early to get your goth prom photos taken at Beatrice Haven’s photobooth, plus corsages available for purchase while supplies last.Fri., Oct. 22, 10pm. $10-15. -
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Fuego ATX
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Halloween with Austin’s QTBIPOC dance party across two spooky, fabulous nights. DJs La Morena and Lamar spin Friday night away, plus a performance by Austin’s very own queer-inclusive Mariachi Corazón de Tejas. Come by Saturday for drag, DJ sets, and a costume contest.Fri.-Sat., Oct. 22-23, 7pm. No cover. -
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House of Torment
The longstanding and beloved Halloween attraction is back after a year off due to the pandemic, and it's better than ever. A variety of fun activities await beyond haunted house tours: a mini escape game, the Torment Tavern, and axe-throwing complement the scary thrills.Daily through Oct. 31; Fri.-Sat., Nov. 5-13. $19.99 and up. -
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Jennifer’s Body (2009)
Little Gay Movie Night & Market: Shop from a selection of local vendors and makers before settling in for an outdoor screening of Karyn Kusama’s queer-ish cult horror-comedy. Note: If the screening sells out, any unclaimed tickets will be released on-site at 7:45pm before the screening starts at 8pm.Fri., Oct. 22, 6:30-10pm. Free (RSVP required). -
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Viva la Vida Fest
Check out a multitude of online offerings to celebrate Day of the Dead, including recipes, virtual exhibits, activity guides, and more. In-person events include parade art displays, an augmented ofrenda mural, a store, free papel picado art kits for kids, and free pan de muerto while supplies last.Virtual launch: Oct. 22; in-person event: Oct. 30, 10am-5pmVirtual and at Mexic-Arte Museum, 419 Congress
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Bat City Scaregrounds
This fully immersive, 15-acre entertainment complex dedicated to all things Halloween and horror offers not only three terrifying haunted houses, but also Vegas-style stage performances, live music, festive concessions, and more.Weekends, Oct. 1-Nov. 6. $25-45. -
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Day of the Dead at MACC
The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center is the hub for Austin's Day of the Dead. Pick up a free sugar skull kit on Fridays and Saturdays, 10am-4pm, starting Oct. 8 (while supplies last). Create an altar or submit photos/mementos for MACC's altar by Oct. 25. Displays will be on view through Nov. 7.Oct.8-Nov. 7 -
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Ghost Hunting Tours
Seek out spirits on an interactive tour around Georgetown's historic town square, led by costumed tour guides telling stories of the haunted local establishments.Fridays & Saturdays, Oct. 8-23, 7:30-10pm. $20.Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown -
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Halloween by Design Online Challenge
Submit photos of your best Halloween decor for the chance to win prizes and raise funds for HBD’s beneficiaries, the Shade Project and To Cure a Rose Foundation.Oct. 1-31. $10 donation to enter; $1 to vote.Virtual -
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Halloween by Design Party
A pet-friendly costume party with tons of treats, door prizes, and giveaways to raise funds for the Shade Project and To Cure a Rose Foundation. Grand prize: a "bone throne"!Fri., Oct. 22, 7-10pm. Free. -
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Phantom Fest
Austin's first Halloween fest celebrates all things spooky with a goal of raising $10,000 for Austin Pets Alive! Get all the details on costume contests, movie parties, and more on their website or Facebook page.Oct. 15-31Various locations -
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Pumpkin Nights
A half-mile walking trail lined with displays dedicated to the glorious gourd, including giant jack-o'-lanterns, the world’s largest pumpkin guitar, a flying 40-foot handmade dragon, a life-size pumpkin pirate ship, and more fantastic surprises built by artists using over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins.Through Oct. 31; closed Tuesdays -
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Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkins? Pickle ball? Putt-putt? Dreamland offers all things Halloween, all things fun. Buy a pumpkin and get 50% off mini golf. Stay tuned for news about more spooky games, food, and drinks.Oct. 1-31 -
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Scare for a Cure: Lockdown
This terrifying interactive haunted house at the J. Lorraine Ghost Town comes with a special bonus: It's raising funds for the Breast Cancer Resource Center and Manor ISD. Called "Lockdown" because it takes place in a futuristic prison setting, it's also so interactive you'll emerge covered in goo and guts, so be ready to get messy!Sat., Oct. 9; Fri.-Sat., Oct. 15-16; Thu.-Sat., Oct. 21-23 & 28-30 -
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Tiniest Dog Party in Texas: Halloween Edition
Hosted by Vixens of Volstead and featuring tunes by DJ BoyFriend, a doggie costume contest, a Halloween-themed photo booth, and local pet product vendors.Fri., Oct. 22, 6-9pm. Free. -
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Zombies: Silent Death
First-person shooter games come to life on five acres of tactical battle terrain, and for Halloween they're adding zombies to the mix.Fridays-Sundays, Oct. 8-31. $35.Battleground Ranch, 15112 Fagerquist Rd., Del Valle
