1 / Celebrate Formula 1 All Over Austin

Zoom, zoom! Start your engines and get in on all the action during Formula 1 at Circuit of The Americas—or just check out some fabulous parties, pop-ups, and concerts around town. For our curated guide to the best F1 events in Austin, click here. Through Oct. 19, various times and locations

2 / Dance It Out With AM Radio LA

Coffee shop DJ sets became the hottest trend in Austin this year, and now, AM Radio LA is migrating back to Texas during F1 weekend to host another epic set in the capital city. Enjoy morning brews and house music with a killer surprise lineup. Oct. 18, 11 a.m., 1300 E. Fourth St.

3 / Freak Out at House of Torment

Warning: This haunted house is not for the faint of heart. In fact, the 24-year-old horror hot spot was once named “The Scariest Haunted House in America” by the Travel Channel. Be prepared to shriek with delight as you brave your way through its multiple terrifying areas. Want a behind-the-screams look at how House of Torment comes together each year? Click here. Ongoing, various times, 2632 Ridgepoint Drive

4 / Stock Up on Artwork at Art From the Streets

Support an amazing cause as Art From the Streets returns for its 33rd annual show and sale at Blue Genie. The project features original paintings, sculptures, photography, and mixed media work from Austin’s unhoused and at-risk community, with 95% of every purchase going back to the artist. Oct. 18-19, 11 a.m., 6100 Airport Blvd., Ste. C

5 / Snack and Swim at Cold Cuts & Cannonballs

Dive into F1 weekend with Hotel Van Zandt, which is teaming up with famed New Orleans sandwich shop Turkey & The Wolf for a Friday afternoon soiree. The party will feature poolside bites, beats, and swimming at the hotel’s rooftop pool. Oct. 17, 11 a.m., 605 Davis St.

6 / Go All Out at Pumpkin Nights

Get ready for fire dancers, tarot card readings, a live pumpkin artist, and more at this outdoor festival filled with carved, painted, and all-natural pumpkins. Bring walking shoes to traverse the grounds at Pioneer Farms, which has special sections like Spider Alley, the Forbidden City, and the Enchanted Forest. Through Oct. 31

7 / Take the Little Ones to Tricks, Treats and Trails

Grab your boo, bring the kids, and enjoy activities like pony rides, face painting, archery, and a petting zoo at LCRA Parks’ fifth annual Tricks, Treats and Trails event. Guests are encouraged to wear a costume to the adorable gathering, which takes place at McKinney Roughs Nature Park on Saturday morning. Oct. 18, 9 a.m., 1884 State Hwy. 71 W., Cedar Creek

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