Country and western music, Thomas the Tank Engine and pumpkin patches make up some of the events in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake that will help welcome in the autumn season.
Attend a night celebrating country and western music, complete with live music, a mechanical bull and corn hole. The first hour will include classes on two-stepping and food and drinks will be sold throughout the event.
Southlake Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Celebrate the second annual Southlake Hispanic Heritage Festival as it returns with live music and performances, food trucks, lawn games and more. The event will also feature kids zones for the whole family to have fun.
Churn your own ice cream in this family friendly experience that allows you to make a favorite frozen treat the old fashioned way. The event will also feature lawn games to play while enjoying your homemade delight.
Hike your way into Halloween as the city of Southlake transforms White-tailed Deer Trail into a Halloween wonderland fit for all ages. This 0.25-mile nature hike event will include stories, games and costumes.
Oct. 3, 5-6:30 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m.
$35
Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E. Bob Jones Road, Southlake
Join the Colleyville Fire Department for a tour of its facilities in this family-friendly event. Learn about the fire department, participate in activities and enjoy food and beverages at this fun and educational event.
Celebra Grapevine
The event honoring Hispanic Heritage will include live dance performances, music, food and a fashion show.
Enjoy music, dancing and a fried chicken dinner at Nash Farm’s family-friendly barn dance. The event also features a pie auction to raise money for the farm’s educational programs and encourages attendees to bake pies for the auction.
Day out with Thomas: The Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour
Attend this family-centered event to meet and take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine. The event also includes live entertainment, photos with Sir Topham Hatt and musical fun. There are several ride times each day and it is recommended to get tickets early.
Oct. 9-11 and 16-18, times vary
$29.85 or $25.85 for groups of 20+
Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main St., Grapevine
Embrace autumn with an assortment of seasonal activities and photo opportunities while walking the Meadowmere Park pumpkin path. Fridays and weekends will also feature local artisan vendors. Pumpkins and snacks will be available for purchase.
Oct. 9-18, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
$20 per car, $40 per bus
3000 Meadowmere Lane, Grapevine
Adult Crafternoon: Fall Wreaths
Relax and unwind with an afternoon of crafting paper wreaths in seasonal colors hosted by the Southlake Public Library. Take your wreath home and display it when you’re done. Registration requires a library card and opens on Sept. 29.