Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World®, comes alive in the fall with an array of exciting events that reflect the city’s vibrant culture and entertainment scene. With cooler temperatures on the horizon, here are some must-attend events to add to your calendar this autumn.
Fall Pecan Street Festival
When: September 14-15, 2024
Where: Historic Sixth Street
The Fall Pecan Street Festival is a two-day arts festival that takes over downtown Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District. The festival features hundreds of artisans selling original handcrafted creations, alongside delectable food stalls and nearly 50 musical acts performing on three stages. For more information, visit pecanstreetfestival.org.
HAAM Day
When: September 24, 2024
Where: Various Venues Across Austin
HAAM Day is a citywide celebration supporting low-income working musicians who need access to affordable healthcare. Enjoy live performances spread across multiple venues and help keep Austin’s music scene thriving. Find out more at myhaam.org/haam-day.
VIVA Mexico
When: September 16, 2024
Where: Oswaldo Cantu Pan Am Recreation Center
Celebrate Mexico’s rich history and culture at the 16th annual Viva Mexico event. This free celebration features visual arts, dance, and musical performances. More details can be found at austintexas.gov.
Austin City Limits Music Festival
When: October 4-6, 2024 & October 11-13, 2024
Where: Zilker Park
One of the biggest music festivals in the country, ACL Festival spans six days over two weekends in Zilker Park. With eight stages and over 130 performances, this is a can’t-miss event. Discover more at aclfestival.com.
Oktoberfest
When: October 12, 2024
Where: German Free School
Enjoy a taste of Germany with live music, authentic German food, and family-friendly activities. This outdoor event is limited in attendance, so be sure to secure your spot early. Visit germantexans.org for more information.
Freaky Deaky
When: October 26-27, 2024
Where: Travis County Expo Center
Dance the night away at Freaky Deaky, a two-day Halloween music festival featuring multiple stages and a lineup of today’s best DJs. Learn more at freakydeaky.com.
LEVITATION
When: October 31 – November 3, 2024
Where: Red River Cultural District
LEVITATION is a psychedelic music festival that transforms Austin’s Red River Cultural District into an immersive art and music experience. Don’t miss out on the single-show tickets still available. Visit levitation.fm for tickets and more info.
With so many fantastic events happening this fall, Austin is the place to be. Mark your calendars and experience the best of what the city has to offer!