Here Are the Fall Festivals Happening Across North Texas in October

It's fall y'all and not only does that mean the return of football and the State Fair of Texas, it means dusting off your boots, pulling out your plaid, grabbing anything pumpkin spice and heading outdoors.

So we scoured the world wide web looking for all the fall festivals happening in North Texas, and we've collected them in a list for you.

We've put them in order by date, so you can plan your autumn adventures, we think you can plan something every weekend in October here!

(Click on the bolded name of the event to navigate to the event's page for more information)

DALLAS FALL FESTIVALS

Autumn at the Arboretum
Now through Oct. 31, 2022
Dallas Arboretum
8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218

The theme of the Dallas Arboretum’s fall festival is “A Fall Fairy Tale.” Cinderella’s carriage is back, and the pumpkin houses take on themes from children’s classics like 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' 'The Three Little Pigs' and the 'Sword in the Stone.' Of course, there are thousands of autumn flowers, themed weekends and live music and entertainment all month long. Don’t miss the magic carpet ride selfie opportunity at the ‘One Thousand and One Nights’ display. Admission ranges from $12 to $20 and parking will cost $15 on-site or $11 in advance.

DALLAS FALL FESTIVALS

Woofstock
Oct. 22, 2022
MUTTS Canine Cantina
2889 Cityplace W Blvd, Dallas, TX 75204

MUTTS Dallas is partnering with the local rescue organization Dallas Dogrrr to celebrate with a dog-friendly music festival Woofstock. Guests can hang out with their pups from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and enjoy a day of mutts, music, and vendors. Entry is free for members, nonmembers can purchase a day pass (starting at $12.95) on arrival.

FORT WORTH FALL FESTIVALS

Water Lantern Festival
Oct. 22, 2022
Panther Island Pavilion
395 Purcey St, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Decorate, light and launch your own lantern on the Trinity River during the Water Lantern Festival at Panther Island Pavilion. The event features music and food and culminates in lighting up the night with inspiring floating lanterns. A ticket gets you into the festival area and a floating lantern kit — additional kits can be purchased. The price covers clean-up after the event which runs from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

PLANO FALL FESTIVALS

Rest in Plano Fest & Apparition Expedition
Oct. 22, 2022
Downtown Plano Arts District
1021 E. 15^th Street, Plano, TX 75074

There’s a new Halloween-themed festival in Downtown Plano called The Rest in Plano Fest & Apparition Expedition. The RIP Fest, which is free, features live music, circus performers, a little magic, food, drinks and more. The Apparition Expedition will feature a historic haunted tour through downtown Plano, but tickets are limited. The event runs from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Fall Harvest Festival & Outdoor Market
Oct. 23, 2022
The Shops at Legacy North
7401 Lone Star Dr., Plano, TX 75024

Celebrate fall at The Shops at Legacy North’s inaugural Fall Harvest Festival and Outdoor Market. More than 40 vendors will be selling a variety of merchandise and you can snap a selfie at fall-themed photo opportunities, plus listen to live music and nibble on specials from on-site restaurants. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

GRAPEVINE FALL FESTIVALS

Bewitched by the Barn
Oct. 28, 2022
Nash Farm
626 Ball St., Grapevine, TX 76051

Grapevine’s historic Nash Farm is also home to popcorn, cider and thrilling tales from the past. Stories get spookier as night falls. Bewitched by the Barn takes place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and costs $5 for guests age 3 and up.

DENTON FALL FESTIVALS

Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival
Oct. 28 & 29, 2022
Downtown Denton
110 W. Hickory, Denton, TX 76201

Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival celebrates cooler harvest weather, the celebration of Dia de Los Muertos and all things Halloween. Friday night kicks off at 8 p.m. with Denton’s original Halloween Cabaret ‘Cirque du Horror.’ Saturday is the main event from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. with food, drink, coffin races and a lantern-lit twilight parade.

ENNIS FALL FESTIVALS

Ennis Autumn Daze
Oct. 28-30, 2022
Downtown Ennis
201 NW Main St, Ennis, TX 75119

Ennis might be known for bluebonnets, but the Ellis County city is also home to the Autumn Daze festival. In its 20th year the three-day festival features major musical acts Gary P. Nunn and Pat Green on Saturday night. There’s also a hay maze, carnival rides, a cornhole tournament and of course, a pumpkin patch. Admission is free on Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. The party starts at 10 a.m. Saturday and ends at 10 p.m. Admission is $5 at the gate until 4 p.m. and $10 after 4 p.m. Sunday festival entry costs $5 and runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

FORT WORTH FALL FESTIVALS

Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 28-30, 2022
Fort Worth Zoo
1989 Colonial Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76110

It's the 31st year for the Fort Worth Zoo's Boo at the Zoo. The family-friendly event lets guests visit all 7,000 animals while enjoying Halloween-themed entertainment throughout the zoo grounds. There will be treat stations, entertainment, keeper chats, a craft zone and special characters along the way. Entry is free with zoo membership or zoo admission ($18 for adults, $14 for children 3-12, $14 for seniors 65+ and free for children 2 and under). Parking is $5 per vehicle. Zoo guests and members will receive six treat coupons to be redeemed at treat stations, additional treat coupons are available for purchase.

DALLAS FALL FESTIVALS

Día de los Muertos Festival
Oct. 29, 2022
Latino Cultural Center
2600 Live Oak St., Dallas, TX 75204

Dallas' Día de los Muertos Festival is a yearly tradition, join the Latino Cultural Center in celebrating deceased loved ones. There will be music, sugar skulls and activities throughout the building. The event is free to the public. Día de los Muertos Exhibition & Altares is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft workshops are held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the Día de los Muertos Market is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Howl-O-Week
Oct. 29, 2022
MUTTS Canine Cantina (Dallas, Fort Worth and Allen)
2889 Cityplace W Blvd, Dallas, TX 75204 | 5317 Clearfork Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76109 | 1070 Watters Creek Blvd, Allen, TX 75013

This Howl-O-Ween, dog lovers and their pets can dress up and celebrate the spooky festivities at MUTTS Canine Cantinas in Dallas, Fort Worth and Allen. The all-day Halloween celebration includes a costume contest at 1 p.m. with categories that include Spookiest Costume, Best Two-Legged and Four-Legged Duo, Funniest Costume, Most Creative Costume and Best in Show. Entry is free for members, nonmembers can purchase a day pass (starting at $12.95) on arrival.

MIDLOTHIAN FALL FESTIVALS

Midlothian Fall Fun Festival
Oct. 29, 2022
Midlothian Civic Center
224 S. 11th Street, Midlothian, TX 76065

The Midlothian Fall Fun Festival is billed as a family-friendly event with food, shopping, kids activities and more. There's a costume contest for kids 12 and under with prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place as well as candy for all participants. The event is free from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

DALLAS FALL FESTIVALS

Public Victorian Spectre Tour
Thursday Nights Only (until Nov. 3)
Old City Park (formerly Dallas Heritage Village)
1515 S Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75215

Take a spooktacular lantern-led ghost tour through Old City Park as a guide shares creepy, weird, mysterious and downright scarier parts of the city's history. The tours are from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $25 each -- organizers say it's best to book in advance to guarantee your spot.

Paranormal Investigation Tours
Thursday Nights Only (until Nov. 3)
Old City Park (formerly Dallas Heritage Village)
1515 S Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75215

Want to have a paranormal experience? You're invited to visit Old City Park as experienced tour guides show you how to use EMF devices, a spirit box and portal, a REM pod and Victorian dowsing rods to test on various buildings. The hands-on experience is from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and tickets are $50 each. Organizers urge you to book in advance to guarantee your spot.

If you know of a citywide public event going on where you live that you would like to see added to the list, email newstips@nbcdfw.com and we'll consider adding the event!