October 2026: Fall Festivals and Events Near Justin, TX
October is packed with fall festivals, pumpkin patches, Oktoberfests and Halloween fun across North Texas. We’ve rounded up events around Justin and nearby communities, with dates, times, locations and links to help you plan your outings. Check back as we update the guide with additional events and details.
Halloween in Denton
October 1–November 1, 2026
Downtown Denton | Denton, TX
Denton is celebrating its Halloween season with hundreds of free and low-cost events, creative decorations, art installations, seasonal attractions, and activities hosted throughout the community. Check the event calendar to find activities that fit your schedule, from family-friendly outings to Halloween-themed entertainment.
Where: Downtown Denton and participating locations throughout Denton
Fall Into Flower Mound Festival
October 9–10, 2026
The River Walk | Flower Mound, TX
Enjoy live entertainment, vendors, carnival games, a hay maze, a pumpkin photo garden and family-friendly fall activities.
Where: 4110 River Walk Drive, Flower Mound
PumpkinFest
October 9–18, 2026
Meadowmere Park | Grapevine, TX
Celebrate fall with a pumpkin-lined walking path, seasonal activities, fall photo opportunities, and local artisan vendors on select weekends. Admission is $20 per vehicle, and the park accepts credit and debit cards only.
Where: Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Lane, Grapevine, TX
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Friday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Entry gate closes at 8 p.m.
Day Out With Thomas
October 9–11 and October 16–18, 2026
Grapevine Vintage Railroad | Grapevine, TX
All aboard for a family-friendly train experience featuring Thomas the Tank Engine. Enjoy a ride aboard Thomas’s coaches, meet Sir Topham Hatt, and take part in live entertainment, games, arts and crafts, and other activities. Advance ticket purchases are recommended, as departure times may sell out.
Where: Grapevine Vintage Railroad, Historic Cotton Belt Depot District, Grapevine, TX
Admission: Tickets start at $25.85 per person; prices vary by ticket option.
Patch’s Place 2nd Annual Fall Festival
October 10, 2026 | 3 p.m-7 p.m.
Patch’s Place | Justin, TX
A local fall fundraiser featuring hayrides, trick-or-treating, vendors, games, live music, food and horses.
Where: 9910 Meadow Ranch Road, Justin, TX
Celebrate Roanoke
October 10, 2026
Historic Downtown Roanoke | Roanoke, TX
Roanoke’s annual community celebration brings entertainment, food, vendors and family activities to downtown.
Where: Historic Downtown Roanoke
Oktoberfest Southlake
October 16–18, 2026
Southlake Town Square | Southlake, TX
Oktoberfest Southlake celebrates its 25th anniversary with Bavarian food and drinks, handcrafted arts and crafts, live music, a stein-hoisting contest, wiener dog races and family-friendly activities.
Where: Southlake Town Square
Fall Fun Festival
October 17, 2026 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Keller Town Hall | Keller, TX
The 11th annual Fall Fun Festival features vendors, food, shopping, children’s activities, costume contests, face painting and trick-or-treating at vendor booths.
Where: 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, TX 76248
Colleyville Harvest Festival
October 17, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Heroes Park at City Hall | Colleyville, TX
Celebrate fall with community activities, a costume contest and a pet costume contest.
Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival
October 22–25, 2026
Downtown Denton | Denton, TX
A colorful cultural celebration featuring music, art, food and community events, including Denton’s Twilight Parade.
Where: Downtown Denton
Cruisin’ for a Cause Annual Toy Run
October 24, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.
501 Justin Lane | Justin, TX
Bring an unwrapped children’s toy, bring your ride, and come cruise for a cause!
Whether you ride a minibike, go-kart, golf cart, side-by-side, or cruiser, everyone is welcome. Don’t have a ride? You can still bring a toy and support the cause.
Family-friendly Halloween costumes are encouraged, so don’t be afraid to get a little silly! The ride will include a police escort, several stops along the route, and a relaxed pace of approximately 10–15 mph.
It’s all about community, having fun, and helping bring smiles to children’s faces.
Where: 501 Justin Lane, Justin, TX
Halloween Carnival
October 23, 2026 | 6–10 p.m.
MLK Jr. Recreation Center | Denton, TX
Celebrate Halloween with carnival games, face painting, bounce houses, a costume contest, and other seasonal activities. The city calendar also lists the Monster Mash Kids Markets during the same evening. Check the official listing for activity details before attending.
Where: MLK Jr. Recreation Center, 1300 Wilson Street, Denton, TX
Christ’s Haven Fall Festival & Open House
October 24, 2026 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Christ’s Haven for Children | Keller, TX
A free family event featuring food trucks, pony rides, a kids’ zone, trunk-or-treat and bounce houses.
Where: 4200 Keller-Haslet Road, Keller, TX
Admission: Free
Little Monsters on Main
October 24, 2026 | 6–9:30 p.m.
Old Town Lewisville | Lewisville, TX
A family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating, inflatables, entertainment, hayrides and a movie.
Where: Old Town Lewisville
Admission: Free
Bewitched by the Barn
October 30, 2026 | 7–9 p.m.
Historic Nash Farm | Grapevine, TX
Spend an October evening at this historic farm listening to old-fashioned spooky stories.
Where: 626 Ball Street, Grapevine, TX
Admission: $5 in advance / $10 at the door
Aubrey Haunted Harvest
October 31, 2026 | 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Aubrey, TX
Celebrate Halloween at this city-hosted event featuring seasonal festivities.
Where: Aubrey, TX
Planning Your October Fall Fun
There’s still plenty of fall fun to enjoy around North Texas this October, from pumpkin patches and fall festivals to Halloween celebrations and trunk-or-treats. Whether you’re planning a family outing, looking for a fun weekend activity, or hoping to discover something new in a nearby community, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season close to home.
Have an October event we missed? Send it our way, and we’ll take a look at adding it to the guide.
Before heading out, check the event organizer’s website or social media for the latest details, including times, admission, and weather-related changes.
