The summer season will be at a close before you know it and with that comes the fall season. If you are looking for the perfect destination to spend a fall break look no further than Austin, Texas. Our Southwestern home is the perfect place to unwind and find some exciting things to entertain you. Luckily Austin is able to do that and so much more. Take a look at fall activities in Austin you can enjoy this year:
Have Some Harvest Fun
The fall season is always popular for the onset of all harvest-related activities in Austin. If you are looking for pumpkin patches Austin will have you covered. Each year local farms will be hosting their pumpkin patches where you can pick your own. All farms are located just outside of the Austin city limits making them easy to get to. Head over to Marble Falls and stop by Sweet Berry Farm. During the month of September, this farm will be hosting their pumpkin patch where you can pick and choose any gourd you see. Barton Hill Farms located in Bastrop has additional activities such as a giant corn maze and farm animals to feed and pet. It doesn’t feel any more fall-related than when it comes to visiting a pumpkin patch!
Visit the Austin Zoo
Nothing is more exciting for a child than seeing some of their favorite animals up close at a zoo. Luckily Austin has that covered with the Austin Zoo. Spacious habitats and exhibits highlight some of the unique creatures that call this zoo home. During the fall season, the Austin Zoo will be hosting their Boo at the Zoo every Friday and Saturday night for the second half of October. This spooky addition to the zoo brings out a haunted mansion and even a thrilling train ride decorated for Halloween. Additional tickets are needed for this spooky activity at the zoo!
Enjoy Some Craft Beer or Wine
Austin is a craft beer mecca for the state of Texas. When you are in the city you are bound to see one of the many craft breweries as you drive around. Make sure you stop by one of these locales for some handcrafted ales. Austin Beerworks is a local favorite with a giant beer garden to relax in. Zilker Brewing Company and Taproom have an enjoyable space and even better brews. Many of these breweries offer tasty food options too so it is not just the adults having all the fun. Since it is the fall you should also go and enjoy some craft cider too. Austin has plenty of cider shops that offer this sweet and delectable treat. Places such as Texas Keeper Cider and Austin Eastciders will take care of your cider needs! Austin also has a variety of vineyards and wineries to enjoy a tasting flight. Many of the wineries are located in the hill country just outside of town. Let Discover Texas Wine Tours offer you one of their wine tours where they take care of the driving for you. Expect to try some of the best wineries that Texas has to offer.
Enjoy some Football
If there is one thing to know about Texas it is that the state takes football very seriously. Join the locals for the fun by cheering on the University of Texas Longhorns at one of their games. If you prefer to enjoy the game in front of the TV you can stop by Jack & Ginger’s Irish Pub which has plenty of TVs. Prepare to see a lot of orange every Sunday as the Longhorns thrive in their hometown of Austin.
Go Hiking
Austin is surrounded by hill country allowing you to find some great hiking trails in the area. Head over to Lady Bird Lake where you can enjoy a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails. If you prefer to hike outside the city the Enchanted Rock State Natural area offers beautiful hikes with views of the granite batholith. Many of the wild refuge and discovery centers outside the city require reservations so make sure to book before you head out.
Go to the Drive-In Theaters
The fall season is the perfect time to enjoy the weather outdoors. Austin has several different drive-in theaters where you can lay out and enjoy a film on the big screen. Local venues in the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In and Doc’s Drive-In Theatre. Each venue offers tasty food and beverages to pair with your outdoor cinema experience.
Get Ready for These Activities in Austin This Fall
As you can see there are quite a few different ways to spend your time here in Austin this fall. For the most relaxing stay possible make sure to choose one of our vacation rentals here in the area. See our exclusive list of Lake Travis cabin rentals here.
