1 / Chow Down at Hot Luck Fest
It’s back! Formerly a summertime staple in Austin, this foodie meetup has been reimagined as a fall festival. Check out gatherings like Giddy Up, Hot Luck’s signature live-fire feast at Franklin Barbecue, and House Party, the festival’s largest culinary event. Participating local chefs include Edgar Rico (Nixta Taqueria), Evan LeRoy (LeRoy & Lewis Barbecue), Tavel Bristol-Joseph (Canje), and Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel (Birdie’s). Oct. 16-17, various locations and times, hotluckfest.com
2 / Take the Family to Uhland Fall Festival
A perfect event for families, this nearby festival features dozens of fall-inspired activities and attractions to entertain little ones and adults alike. Enjoy a petting zoo, balloon art, train rides, pumpkin carving, hair braiding, and so much more. Through Nov. 1, 10 a.m., 2400 Cotton Gin Road
3 / Mix and Mingle at a North Lamar Block Party
Kick off the weekend with a lively Friday night block party with businesses such as Barton Springs Nursery Design Studio and Showroom, Orion Custom Framing, RATH, Little Tipsy, Christina Cole Interiors, Canvas Showroom, and J&L Hardware Studio. Orion will host a photography showing, and the party include a large charcuterie spread by Bottega Boards as well as wine and cocktails. Oct. 16, 5 p.m., 910 N. Lamar Blvd.
4 / Feast Your Eyes on Uncanny Valley
Growing up in Austin in the ’90s, the Haas Brothers—fraternal twins Nikolai and Simon—experienced a childhood awash with inspiration. Now based in Los Angeles, the brothers are bringing things full circle with a touring retrospective on display at The Blanton. Haas Brothers: Uncanny Valley showcases how Austin’s fabled oddity helped shape the pair’s charmingly off-kilter art. For more than 15 years, the twins have created whimsical sculptures and furniture, crafted with unexpected materials like automotive paint and 3D-printed nylon. Through Jan. 17, various times, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
5 / Watch Scary Movies at Ethereal Horror Fest
Get in the spooky spirit during this indie genre film festival at Violet Crown Cinema. The seventh annual event features spine-chilling screenings, live Q&As, and networking events. Don’t miss the live pitch competition on opening night. Oct. 16-18, various times, 434 W. Second St.
6 / Check Out Women of Today’s Glam Event
Celebrate all things beauty at this first-ever summit, featuring presentations from board-certified dermatologist Dr. Norren Galaria, makeup artists Lauren Anderson, hairstyle Fabio Petri, and a fireside chat with Camila and Kay McConaughey (MaMac). Oct. 18, 11 a.m., 5330 Bluffstone Lane
7 / Get in the Fall Spirit at Pumpkin Nights
Discover fire dancers, tarot card readings, a live pumpkin artist, and more at this outdoor festival filled with carved, painted, and all-natural pumpkins. Bring walking shoes to traverse the grounds at Pioneer Farms, which has special sections like the Forbidden City and Pirate’s Cove. Sept. 17-Oct. 31, various times, 10621 Pioneer Farms Drive