Check out 10 events for locals to attend in Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs happening in October and early November. Activities include the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival, Community Oktoberfest at Pickle Pit Stop and the American Institute of Architects, or AIA, Austin Homes Tour.
This list is not comprehensive, and all events are subject to change.
2026 DSRP Family Fall Fest
The fall festival will include games, food, vendors and a family-friendly hayride through the park. Hayrides are included in the cost of admission.
Corks + Caps Wine/Beer Festival & 5K
The event will celebrate Texas Wine Month at 12 Fox Beer with a 5K, coffee, craft beer, vendor market, live music and daily friendly activities. Veteran-owned 12 Fox Beer Co. will donate a portion of merchandise sales to Fireside Chat Support Network, a nonprofit organization supporting veterans, active-duty military members, first responders and their families.
Festival of Flight
Locals can celebrate World Migration Day by watching birds head south for the winter season. The event will feature morning bird walks at Charro Ranch Park and Dripping Springs Ranch Park, a community bird count and a festival with vendors, activities and crafts.
Oct. 10, 7:30-9:30 a.m. (guided morning bird walks); 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (festival)
Free (admission)
22690 FM 150, Dripping Springs and 1042 Event Center Drive, Dripping Springs (bird walk Locations); 419 Founders Park Road, Dripping Springs (festival location)
www.drippingspringstx.gov/festival-of-flight
DIY Succulent Pumpkin Workshop
Rooted Treasures Succulents is hosting a fall workshop at Vista Brewing where attendees can make their own pumpkin centerpiece with succulents and moss.
Hill Country Harvest Market
The 14th annual market is returning to Dripping Springs with clothing, jewelry, gifts, accessories, home decor and skincare.
Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Oct. 11, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.
$6 (admission), $5 (admission with donation of a canned good), free (children 12 and under)
1042 Event Center Drive, Dripping Springs
Pickleball Pit Stop will host a community Oktoberfest event on Oct. 16. (Courtesy Pickleball Pit Stop)
Community Oktoberfest at Pickle Pit Stop
Pickleball fans can head to Pickleball Pit Stop for live music, indoor pickleball and pumpkin treats for purchase. The event is family-friendly, and attendees are encouraged to reserve pickleball spots in advance.
Oct. 16, 5-9 p.m. (pickleball); 6-8 p.m. (music)
$5 (per 2-hour pickleball session)
12915 Nutty Brown Road, Austin
Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival
The annual songwriting festival features over 35 singers, 70 performances and seven stages at various venues in historic downtown Dripping Springs.
Viva la Vida Festival & Parade
Mexic-Arte Museum will host its 43rd annual Viva la Vida Festival & Parade in downtown Austin, celebrating Día de los Muertos. The festival will begin with a Grand Procession at noon, followed by traditional foods, art activities, local artists, retail offerings, a low-rider exhibition and live performances.
AIA Austin Homes Tour
The 40th annual self-guided tour is returning this fall, featuring the work of nine local architects. Guests will see homes from architects like DK Studio, Pollen Architecture and Davey McEathron Architecture.
Austin Food & Wine Festival
The 15th annual food and wine festival will highlight national and local chefs, restaurants, spirits and wines. Attendees can expect to see live demonstrations, tastings and hands-on grilling.