What do you get when you mix Austin, autumn, a 214-year-old German tradition, and a hearty helping of beer? Austoberfest. Hosted by the Austin Saengerrunde, the full day promises live music (polka, rock, and more), sausage tasting, kids games, bowling, and even a yodeling contest. It’s all about camaraderie until the stein-holding contest, where finalists advance to Wurstfest, so start conditioning whatever muscles you use to hold (and not drink) a big ol’ beer. We wouldn’t know the names. – Amber Williams
Sat., Oct. 5