It's officially time to start thinking about cozy nights in binging your Fall comfort show, but what if your favorite show could tell you exactly what to do this season? From haunted mazes to pumpkin patches, we’ve rounded up the perfect Austin activities to match your fall comfort show.
Updated September 2025
GILMORE GIRLS
Go on a nature walk to take in the fall foliage
Stroll through Austin’s trails & green spaces and watch as the trees change color, the air turns brisk & the leaves fall!
Share a milkshake or burger at Fifth Street Diner
Take in the retro vibes at this counter service diner in the heart of Downtown as your turn it into your very own Luke's Diner.
Spend the day at Vintage Books and Wine
Cozy up with a good book, a cappuccino or a glass of wine while you channel your inner Rory Gilmore at this cozy east side book shop!
Visit the Uhland Fall Fest
Enjoy the small town festival vibes as you enjoy seasonal foods and beverages, shopping, live music, and a massive pumpkin and gourd patch!
THE VAMPIRE DIARIES
Take a moonlit stroll through the Zilker Botanical Garden
Stroll the peaceful Japanese Garden and Rose Garden for a peaceful respite in the middle of the city to brood!
Host a DIY tarot night at Devil May Care
Vibe out amongst the candle light at this speakeasy like bar and bring your deck to give out readings to your friends.
Go for a moody cocktail hour at Revenge
Take in the sultry, velvet vibes at this lounge bar in downtown and sip on a smooth red wine or a delicious craft cocktail!
Attend a Midnight at the Masquerade Ball
Live out your dream of attending the Lockwood family's masquerade at this event on Sept. 30 at Powder Room!
WEDNESDAY
Walk the Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
Join Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero on this immersive experience coming to Austin starting on September 25 at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center!
Take an after-dark tour with Austin Ghost Tours
Explore the city's most haunted spots with a professional tour guide to tell you all the folklore surrounding the city of Austin!
Explore the Austin Witches Market
Shop over 200 vendors with goods for witchcraft, magick, herbalism, spiritual readings, and handmade artisan goods!
Attend Levitation Fest
This 3-day music fest returns to the Palmer Events Center on Sept. 25-28 for a full weekend of shows and good times in downtown Austin!
FRIENDS
Sip a latte on the couch at Neighbourhood Cafe
This spot is about as close as you can get to the Central Perk, so grab some friends and relax at this cozy downtown coffeeshop!
Plan a group trip to Sweet Berry Farm
Nothing says fall like a group outing! Opening on September 6, get ready for corn mazes Maze, hayrides, pumpkins & more!
Play a game of flag football in Zilker Park
Once the weather cools off here in Texas, Zilker Park will be the perfect spot for a pick up game! Or if you're not into an actual game catch a game on TV at one of Austin's many sports bars!
Grab comfort food Hoovers
Get yourself a spread just like Monica’s Thanksgiving spread at this Southern cooking eatery!
Go out for karaoke & drinks at Ego’s
Grab a cold beer and sing your heart out like Phoebe sings Smelly Cat at this Austin institution!
STRANGER THINGS
Explore the Haunted maze at Fear Fair
Dive into the retro vibes at Sign Bar, as they bring a new Halloween pop up to Austin with a haunted maze, themed drinks & more!
See a show at Empire Control Room
Nothing screams Stranger Things like a rock concert of hits you could listen to over and over again on a Walkman!
Outdoor movie night at Docs Drive In Theatre
Catch a horror film or a cult-classic at this retro drive in just outside the city for all the 80s nostalgia vibes!
Play vintage arcade games at Pins Mechanical
From pinball to video games to the OG Donkey Kong, this spot has everything you need to take you back!
