Halloween activities in and around Austin, TX

No one does Halloween like Austin does!
When our area puts its mind to it (so to speak), nowhere else can top the wonderfully inventive activities for kids. In almost no season is this more apparent than during Halloween. There are literally dozens of activities to choose from every weekend starting in late September and ending in late October.
If there is an attraction that we have missed, please email us to let us know, and we'll add it promptly. Thank you!
AND BELOW...Here is EVERYTHING Halloween in one handy place!
FUN HALLOWEEN ATTRACTIONS
Fun attractions are appropriate for all ages, except where noted -- some fun attractions may also have scary components.
SCARY HALLOWEEN ATTRACTIONS
Scary attractions tend to be more appropriate for older elementary age kids who like to be scared, and teens.
SAFE Alliance Truck or Treat
Saturday, October 24, 2026Join SAFE on October 24th for a fun-filled day with nearly 6,000 kids and parents! Explore and climb on buses, ambulances, backhoes, bulldozers and more. Wear your Halloween costume and enjoy crafts, candy, music, inflatables and family-friendly fall activities. All proceeds benefit The SAFE Alliance. General Admission is 10am-2pm (last entry at 1:30). GA Tickets: $20, children 2 and under are free, complimentary concessions while supplies last. VIP Hour is 9am-10am; VIP tickets are $50 and include early entry and access to the Lexus Club.
To learn more about SAFE’s work, visit safeaustin.org
