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Austin Saturday, October 24 Events
Oktoberfest. Come out for live music, food and events for the kids. 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Location: German Texan Heritage Society.
Doggone it to Summer Festival . Come out to the Austin Farmers’ Market, dog in tow, for the festival, dog parade and costume contest. Location: Republic Square Park.
Texas Clay Festival. Respected potters and sculptors from around Texas display, sell their wares, and demonstrate a variety of techniques. Hands-on activities are available for children. Location: Gruene Historic District, New Braunfels, TX. Event ID: 10/25
Gem Capers 2009. The gem and mineral show will feature jewelry, beads, gemstones, mineral specimens, crystals, fossils and spheres from 30 vendors, as well as demonstrations, displays and activities for the kids. This year’s theme is “A History of Mining.” Location: Palmer Events Center. Event ID: 10/25
The Austin Film Festival. The 16th annual Austin Film Festival & Screenwriters Conference provides unparalleled access to A-list producers, studio executives, agents and managers, as well as professional screenwriters and filmmakers during the four day Conference. These industry pros are looking to buy and sell your work and help you navigate the entertainment industry effectively. Also, an eight day film festival screens over 190 world, U.S. and regional premiere movies at venues around town. Event ID: 10/29
Capitol City Salsa Festival. Location: Omni Hotel at Southpark. Event ID: 10/25
Hamlet. A murdered king. A usurped prince. A promise of revenge. An undisputed masterpiece of world theatre, William Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy of passion, corruption and revenge has captivated audiences for over four hundred years and remains as relevant and urgent as ever. Location: The City Theatre. Event ID: 11/15
Austin Ghost Tour: Special Edition Halloween Tour. Quench your desire to learn all there is about ghosts in Austin… and beyond. Location: 303 Red River St. Event ID: 10/31
Flying Theater Machine: Wonderland. Adventure and excitement await you in this magical, interactive theater wonderland. Shows are great for the entire family, especially 4-10 year olds. Location: The Hideout Theater. Event ID: 10/25
Bat Watching
The 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats that live beneath the Congress Avenue
Bridge take flight in a mass exodus each night at dusk. Located at Congress Ave.
& Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78704.