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Halloween events in Austin this month

Here is a look at just some of what's happening this Halloween season!

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin has Halloween-themed events happening all month long. Click on the event names below for more information if you're ready to get in the spooky spirit.

Family-friendly events

Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival

The Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival is in full swing, rain or shine, every weekend until the day of Halloween. Austin families can enjoy live music from 100.1 Sun Radio, seasonal foods and drinks, fall-inspired games and activities, as well as a number of kid-friendly spooky attractions. 

The theme of closing weekend is "Spooktacular," and people can wear a costume for free entry before noon.

Where: Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead on Founders Park Road in Dripping Springs

When: Every weekend until Monday, Oct. 31

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Texas Pumpkin Festival

The Texas Pumpkin Patch offers a ton of fall fun for the whole family. From magic shows and a Ferris wheel to axe throwing, face painting, pickleball and more – plus pumpkins, of course – you and your kiddos are sure to make some memories out in Leander.

Where: 8760 FM 2243 in Leander

When: Through Monday, Oct. 31

Hunter 5K Halloween Fun Run

The Hunter 5K was created to honor and celebrate 4-year-old Hunter Henderson, who passed away in December 2018. The race is held every year and participants are encouraged to dress in their most creative costumes to honor Henderson's memory. Funds raised from the event benefit the Dell Children's Medical Center.

After the race, folks can enjoy treats, games and face painting.

Where: Bear Creek Elementary, located at 12801 Escarpment Blvd. in Austin

When: Race starts at 9 a.m.

RELATED: Hunter 5K Costume Fun Run laces up for final race

The Annual Dia de Los Muertos Fireworks Celebration

Fireworks are not just for Independence Day. Planet K and The Phogg Phoundation have collaborated to host a firework celebration to bring in Dia de Los Muertos. 

Dia de Los Muertos is not the same thing as Halloween. Instead, it is when people of Latino and Hispanic culture celebrate their loved ones who have passed. Families can participate in face painting, a vintage car parade, a memorial balloon release and more! 

Where: Behind Krieg Field in Austin

When: Monday, Oct. 31

RELATED: Hershey warns of Halloween candy shortage this year

Adult experiences 

House of Torment Haunted House

This year, Austin's House of Torment Haunted House is celebrating 20 years of fear. While this haunt is too intense for children 12 years old and under, Austinites brave enough to enter can experience its three main attractions: The Abominations, Tormented and Return to Illusion Manor. 

Guests can also play mini escape games and axe throwing. House of Torment is open until Nov. 5 and tickets range up to $33.

Where: 2632 Ridgepoint Drive in Austin

When: Every day until Nov. 5

Spooky Silent Disco Party 

Adults ages 21 years and over looking for a fun time can visit The Belmont on Oct. 28 for its Spooky Silent Disco Party. Each ticket is $15 and includes headphones, glow-in-the-dark gear and three live DJs. Music will range from top-40 hits, throwbacks as well as hip-hop and R&B. Costumes are not required, but they are highly recommended.

Where: The Belmont in Austin

When: Friday, Oct. 28

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