Halloween Party
Kids’ Halloween Party at Riverside Church of Christ
Dress up and enjoy an evening of Halloween fun at Riverside Church of Christ! Families can enjoy dinner, crafts, Halloween-themed activities and games, treats, and a kid-friendly Halloween movie.
Costumes are encouraged!
Tivy Football vs. Austin NorthEast
💙 HOMECOMING! 💛
Spend your Friday night under the lights as the Tivy Antlers take on Taylor at Antler Stadium!
KroctoberFest & Run
Celebrate fall at Kroctober Fest, a free family event with hayrides, pumpkin carving, a cake walk, bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting, and live music! You can also sign up for the 16th annual Pumpkin Run, featuring a 5K and 1-mile fun run benefiting Kroc Academy. Register to Run here.
The run starts at 8 a.m. & KrocFest starts at 9 a.m.
Water Street Festival
The second annual Water Street Festival is turning downtown Kerrville into a free community block party celebrating local art, music, heritage and culture! Families can enjoy live music, interactive art, artisan vendors, a farmers market, kids’ activities, local food and drinks, and a kids’ parade at 1:00 PM.
Water and Earl Garrett Streets will be closed to traffic, creating a walkable, pet-friendly festival area through the heart of downtown. Free parking is available in the downtown parking garage and on surrounding streets.
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
McCoy's Craft Day : Decorate a Halloween Glow-in-the-Dark Bucket
Decorate a Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Bucket for trick-or-treating! Free event & all supplies provided. - THIS EVENT HAS MOVED TO THE KROC CENTER KROCTOBERFEST!
Head over to the Kroc Center and look for their booth!
Riverside Rangers
It’s the last Riverside Rangers of the year! Kids ages 9–12 can spend the morning exploring nature through hands-on art and science activities. Registration is required; $7 per child or $10 for two kids. Register here.
Kerr Kids Open Play
Two sessions available for open play times at Kerr Kids. Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.
The Ridge Fall Fest
The Ridge Marketplace is packing a whole lot of fall fun into one evening at its annual Fall Festival! Families can enjoy a petting zoo, pony rides, games, pumpkin decorating, face painting, crafts, caramel apples, a haunted house, mechanical bull, succulent bar, sparkle bar and more. The Ox Martin Band will provide live music throughout the evening.
Hunt School Fall Carnival
Put on your costumes for Hunt School’s Fall Carnival! Enjoy trunk-or-treating, carnival games, a haunted hallway, a cupcake walk, a petting zoo, food trucks, and more. There will also be a silent auction, $1 raffles, and bucket raffles.
Family Faith Night
An outdoor evening of prayer, worship, and live Christian music featuring Vanguard at Ridge Rock Amphitheater. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Lap Sit Story Time
10:00am–11:00am
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Meeting Room - First Floor
Babies - (Ages 0-3)
Books, songs, rhymes, and baby play time. (No drop offs)
Toddler Time
Toddlers and young children are invited to enjoy a free themed morning a fun, hands-on event that encourages creativity, imaginative play, sensory exploration, and learning.
Pro Tip: Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays :)
Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Get ready for a frightfully fun adventure as you search for spooky surprises hidden throughout the library!
Story Time : Center Story Time with Light on the Hill
10:00am–11:00am
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Meeting Room - First Floor
Ages 0-7; No Drop Offs
Trunk or Treat at KCC
Trunk or Treat is back at Kerrville Church of Christ with plenty of candy and entertainment for the whole family! Costumes are welcome but not required, and hot dogs will be available while supplies last. Endeavors will also be joining the fun and hosting a trunk this year.
Sprouts
A FREE preschool reading program that introduces the natural world through story & engaging hands-on activities and crafts.
Register: riversidenaturecenter.org or 830-257-4837
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Kerr Kids Open Play
Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.
Decorating Halloween Ornaments
Cost: $5 per child
Kids can decorate a Halloween ornament to take home with guidance from art teacher Rachel Lovelace. Cookies and punch are included! Afterward, enjoy Trunk or Treat at the Ingram Farmers Market on the HCAF grounds.
Parents must stay with their children.
Truck or Treat
Kerr County Animal Control is hosting its first annual Trunk or Treat! Bring the family for a festive evening featuring a pet costume contest, mini games and more.
Admission is FREE and four-legged friends are welcome to join the costume fun!
Halloween Carnival
Schreiner University Halloween Carnival
Enjoy an evening of carnival games, a costume contest, spooky karaoke, and more at Schreiner University’s Halloween Carnival. Fun for the whole family!
📍 Trailhead Beer Garden
📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
🕕 Starts at 6 PM
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Freight Fest
Celebrate Halloween at Family Fright Night with Kerrville Parks and Recreation! Enjoy trick-or-treating, music, games, food, inflatables, a haunted house, and more. Bring the family for an evening of spooky fun!
Front Porch Friday's
Once a month, the Heritage Center is opening up their front porch for a FREE community night with live music, local food, hands-on activities, history + a different theme each month.
The first Friday of the month.
Celebrate the Night: Story & Stars
Bring the family for a story under the stars! Hear from Amy Jackson, author and director of Starry Sky Austin, learn why dark skies matter with Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky, then stay for a star party with the Hill Country Astronomers.
Tivy Football vs. Fredericksburg
Spend your Friday night under the lights as the Tivy Antlers take on Taylor at Antler Stadium!
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Dump Truck
A free hands-on workshop where kids can build a small project to take home. Each month features a different themed build, with materials provided.
Free event. Registration recommended. While supplies last.
Held the first Saturday of each month.
Register here: https://www.homedepot.com/c/kids-workshop
Needle Felted Christmas Ornaments
Learn the basics of needle felting while creating one-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments with colorful wool and dryer balls. Andrea Rummel will lead this beginner-friendly workshop for ages 12 and up, including adults. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. Registration is required, and tickets are $28 per person.
Register here.
Lowe's Free Kid Workshop: Holiday Engine
Kids can create a different Free Craft each month at the kids workshop.
📍 Lowe’s Kerrville
10 AM–1 PM
💵 Free workshop | Registration required
Register here: https://www.lowes.com/events/register/firefighting-plane
JCPenny Kid Craft: 3D Turkey
Stop by JCPenney for a free kids craft! Each child will receive a craft, Kids Zone ID badge and lanyard, plus a collectible pin. Kids can earn a special medallion after completing six crafts.
Parents will also receive an extra 10% off coupon to use while they shop. Participation is free, and supplies are available while they last.
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Christmas Car Ornament
A free hands-on workshop where kids can build a small project to take home. Each month features a different themed build, with materials provided.
Free event. Registration recommended. While supplies last.
Register here: https://www.homedepot.com/c/kids-workshop
Holiday Lighted Parade
The holiday season officially begins with Kerrville’s annual lighted parade through downtown, complete with festive floats, hot cocoa and Santa arriving aboard his signature fire truck!
📍 Downtown Kerrville
Front Porch Friday's
Once a month, the Heritage Center is opening up their front porch for a FREE community night with live music, local food, hands-on activities, history + a different theme each month.
The first Friday of the month.
Kids Night at Burger King
Head to Burger King for Kids Night, held on the second Thursday of every month. Includes a activities such as a simple craft, temporary tattoos, and a free ice cream cone with a purchase.
Kids can also enjoy the interactive EyeBeam playroom while you eat, and $3.99 kids meals include a paper crown to color.
Lowe's Free Kid Workshop: Holiday Trolley Car
Kids can create a different Free Craft each month at the kids workshop.
📍 Lowe’s Kerrville
10 AM–1 PM
💵 Free workshop | Registration required
Register here: https://www.lowes.com/events/register/firefighting-plane
Lowe's Free Kid Workshop: Winter Play Lodge
Kids can create a different Free Craft each month at the kids workshop.
📍 Lowe’s Kerrville
10 AM–1 PM
💵 Free workshop | Registration required
Register here: https://www.lowes.com/events/register/firefighting-plane
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Duplo Club
Little builders can enjoy an hour of Duplo play at the library. This hands-on building time is designed for younger children to explore, create, and play.
Family Activity Room
Geared towards ages 18 months – 3 years
Children must attend with an accompanying adult. Drop-offs are not permitted.
Story Time: DSHS
A weekly storytime for toddlers featuring books, songs, rhymes, and a simple craft. Each week focuses on a different letter of the alphabet.
Ages: 3–5
Wednesdays | 10:00–11:00 AM
Children must attend with an accompanying adult; drop-offs are not permitted.
Toddler Time
Toddlers and young children are invited to enjoy a free themed morning a fun, hands-on event that encourages creativity, imaginative play, sensory exploration, and learning.
Pro Tip: Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays :)
Lap Sit Story Time
10:00am–11:00am
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Meeting Room - First Floor
Babies - (Ages 0-3)
Books, songs, rhymes, and baby play time. (No drop offs)
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Schreiner Football vs. Howard Payne
Cheer on Schreiner with an evening of Mountaineer football! Schreiner hosts Howard Payne University at Antler Stadium!
Tickets: $10 general admission or $20 reserved seating
Purchase tickets
Archaeology Day at HHH
Explore Kerr County’s prehistoric past with hands-on activities and resources from the Hill Country Archeological Association and Texas Historical Commission. Part of Texas Archaeology Month, this community event gives families a chance to learn about archaeology and the people who lived here long ago.
Art in the Park will also be happening on the same campus, so you can enjoy both free events during your visit!
Art in the Park
This free family event will include pumpkin painting, interactive booths from local art businesses and school groups, and plenty of hands-on opportunities for kids to explore their creative side.
Please note: despite the event name, this year’s event will be held at the library, not the park.
Lowe's Free Kid Workshop: Firefighting Plane
Kids can create a different Free Craft each month at the kids workshop.
📍 Lowe’s Kerrville
10 AM–1 PM
💵 Free workshop | Registration required
Register here: https://www.lowes.com/events/register/firefighting-plane
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Kerr Kids Open Play
Two sessions available for open play times at Kerr Kids. Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.
Sprouts
A FREE preschool reading program that introduces the natural world through story & engaging hands-on activities and crafts.
Register: riversidenaturecenter.org or 830-257-4837
Story Time : Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky
10:00am–11:00am
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Meeting Room - First Floor
Ages 0-7; No Drop Offs
Toddler Time
Toddlers and young children are invited to enjoy a free themed morning a fun, hands-on event that encourages creativity, imaginative play, sensory exploration, and learning.
Pro Tip: Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays :)
Lap Sit Story Time
10:00am–11:00am
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Meeting Room - First Floor
Babies - (Ages 0-3)
Books, songs, rhymes, and baby play time. (No drop offs)
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Movie Night at The Ridge: Hocus Pocus
Bring your chairs and blankets for a free outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus. Settle in with the family for a little Halloween fun under the stars.
Notre Dame Fall Festival
THIS IS EVENT WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR OCT 3 & WAS RESCHEDULED.
Make a family night of Notre Dame Catholic School’s Festival Concert with Patsy Torres and the Blue Harmony Band. There’s a kids’ play area, face painting, gorditas and enchiladas, plus a raffle drawing. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for kids ages 6–15, and free for children under 6.
Kerr Kids : Lightyear Movie
Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.
Kerr Kids Open Play
Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.
JCPenny Kid Craft: Dalmation Fireman
Stop by JCPenney for a free kids craft! Each child will receive a craft, Kids Zone ID badge and lanyard, plus a collectible pin. Kids can earn a special medallion after completing six crafts.
Parents will also receive an extra 10% off coupon to use while they shop. Participation is free, and supplies are available while they last.
KPUB Bucket Truck Event
Celebrate Public Power Week with KPUB’s 6th Annual Bucket Truck Ride Event! Families can enjoy bucket truck rides, line worker tool displays, photos with KPUB linemen, face painting, an energy education station and more. Free hot dogs, chips, snow cones, refreshments and T-shirts will be available while supplies last. Riders must be at least 43 inches tall.
Kerr Kids: Sensory Friendly Session
Two sessions available for open play times at Kerr Kids. Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Kindermusik Demo
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.
Tivy Football vs. Taylor
Spend your Friday night under the lights as the Tivy Antlers take on Austin LBJ at Antler Stadium! It’s also Band Night, celebrating the talented students who bring the energy and soundtrack to every Tivy game.
Kerr Kids Open Play
Come explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s best spot for families.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com
Kids Night at Burger King
Head to Burger King for Kids Night, held on the second Thursday of every month. Includes a activities such as a simple craft, temporary tattoos, and a free ice cream cone with a purchase.
October has a costume contest and creepy crafts!
Kids can also enjoy the interactive EyeBeam playroom while you eat, and $3.99 kids meals include a paper crown to color.
Kerr Kids Open Play
Two sessions available for open play times at Kerr Kids. Sessions are FREE but you must reserve your spot.
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Go explore the space, let the kids play, and check out Kerrville’s newest spot for families. Reserve your play time at www.kerrkids.com.