Halloween
Events in Austin 2026

Halloween 2024 Celebrations In Austin

Austin's Halloween festivities blend into the city's distinctive charm with a dash of eerie allure, creating a Halloween celebration like no other. In this exploration of Halloween in Austin, we'll delve into the intriguing ways this city embraces the haunted holiday, from its iconic canal-side decorations to its mysterious traditions that beckon you to experience the thrill of All Hallows' Eve in a whole new light.

Fun Things To Do On Halloween 2024 In Austin

Austin is bursting with creativity, fright and imagination, perfect for celebrating Halloween. There are many fun and spooky things to do in Austin during Halloween weekend 2024. With us check out the different events that will take place during this spooky season with us:

1) 41st Annual Viva La Vida Festival 2024

Mexic-Arte Museum’s 41st Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade is Austin’s largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) event. This year’s festival will occur on Saturday, October 28, at 4th Street and Congress Avenue. You can enjoy the Education Pavilion with hands-on art activities, artist demos, traditional foods, local artists and retail booths, a low-rider exhibition, and live performances throughout the day.

2) Ghosts & Guitars: Music & Storytelling

This event offers a unique Halloween experience combining music and storytelling within the atmospheric setting of a 140-year-old historic church. The performance features Guitar and violin by Will Taylor, cello by Tony Rogers and Spooky tales by Jim Trainer! Isn’t it super-exciting?! You can expect a spine-tingling evening filled with haunting melodies and captivating stories. Indeed, Ghosts & Guitars is going to be a fun night with Halloween magic!

3) Austin Halloween Run 2024

Get into the Halloween spirit by participating in the Halloween-themed running event. Lace up your running shoes and grab your Halloween costume - we've mapped out a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome taproom in. Runners and walkers of all levels can join the 5K, 10K, or 13.1-mile races while enjoying the festive atmosphere. This is an untimed, fun-run. All levels of walkers, runners and joggers are welcome.

4) Halloween Austin 6th Street Bar Crawl

Prepare your costumes summon your spirits and join a night of thrills chills and plenty of drinks! Unleash your inner zombie and join the Austin 6th Street Bar Crawl, a thrilling Halloween-themed bar crawl. Dress up as a zombie or your favourite horror character and make your way through some of Austin's best bars and pubs. You will also get to enjoy spooky drink specials, dance to hauntingly good music, and participate in fun zombie-themed activities along the way.

5) Halloween Costume Party And Silent Disco at The Belmont

With swanky interiors, skyline views, and a large open air courtyard with plenty of space to social distance, The Belmont located in the heart of downtown Austin is the perfect spot for a Silent Disco. The Halloween Costume Party And Silent Disco at The Belmont is something to create unforgettable experiences for lifetime. They will provide a pair of Quiet Events headphones, Glow in the dark gear, 3 DJs battling for your attention and a hell lot of adult fun.