October Events in Katy • Sugar Land • Cypress, TX
What’s Going On This Fall
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Discover the Best October Events in the Greater Houston Area
Autumn is in full swing and Katy, Sugar Land, and Cypress are buzzing with fun things to do. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fall festivals, live music, markets, or spooky fun, there’s something for everyone this October. Browse the highlights, mark your calendar, and get ready for a memorable month.
Katy Events
- Katy Rice Harvest Festival — October 11-12, 2025 @ Historic Town Square, Katy. A weekend packed with live music, carnival rides, food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, kid’s activities and more. Net
- proceeds benefit local charities. cityofkaty.com+2Katy Rice Harvest Festival+2
- Monster Mash Costume Contest — October 4 @ Central Green Park. Dress up, have fun, and join in on the costume contest. Katy Texas
- Weekly & Local Happenings: Family story times at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, outdoor yoga at Central Green Park, markets at LaCenterra and Grand Parkway. Katy Texas+1
Sugar Land Events
- Oktoberfest at Sugar Land Town Square — October 4. Food, breweries, live music, and German-style fun. sugarlandtownsquare.com+2VisitSugarLandTX.com+2
- Magical Maze Festival — October 18 @ Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land. Carnival games, trick-or-treating, costume contest & family fun. HMNS at Sugar Land
- Twilight in Concert — October 9 @ Smart Financial Centre. Live orchestra performing the soundtrack of Twilight, synchronized with film visuals. smartfinancialcentre.net
- Other regular and seasonal events: Block parties, farmers markets, live performances, etc. VisitSugarLandTX.com+1
Cypress Events
- Cy-Fest 2025 — October 4, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM. A free family-friendly community celebration at Lone Star College-CyFair with food, entertainment, kids’ activities. Hello Cypress+1
- A Taste of Cy-Fair — October 25. Food, music, drinks, local vendors in a festive atmosphere. A Taste of Cy-Fair
- Blair Scare! Halloween Festival + Fall Market — October in Cypress (date to check). Fall market + Halloween festivities. AllEvents
- More: live music nights, local markets, community gatherings. AllEvents+1
Why These Events Matter
- Community & Family Time – October is one of the best months for outdoor / semi-outdoor events before the weather cools too much.
- Support Local – Many events feature local vendors, artists, food trucks — great way to discover local businesses while having fun.
- Festive & Seasonal – Harvest, Halloween, fall markets — seasonal themes make it perfect for unique photos, traditions, and memories.
- Variety – There are events for kids, adults, foodies, music lovers, and more. Plenty of options to match different interests.
Tips For Planning
- Check event times & tickets – Some events are free, others require tickets or have VIP options.
- Dress for the weather & theme – Early fall can still be warm; later evenings may get cooler. Costume events require planning.
- Arrive early for big events – Major festivals or parades (e.g. Rice Harvest, Cy-Fest) often draw crowds; parking fills up.
- Mark your calendar ahead – Many events happen once a year or seasonally; missing them might mean waiting until next year.
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Upcoming Event Highlights At a Glance
| Date | Event | Location | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4 | Cy-Fest | Lone Star College-CyFair (Cypress) | Families, community fun Lone Star College |
| Oct 4 | Oktoberfest | Sugar Land Town Square | Food, drink, live music sugarlandtownsquare.com |
| Oct 4-12 | Katy Rice Harvest Festival | Historic Town Square, Katy | Vendors, food, music, kids’ zone Katy Rice Harvest Festival+1 |
| Oct 9 | Twilight in Concert | Smart Financial Centre, Sugar Land | Music & film experience smartfinancialcentre.net |
| Oct 18 | Magical Maze Festival | HMNS at Sugar Land | Kid-friendly Halloween fun HMNS at Sugar Land |
| Oct 25 | A Taste of Cy-Fair | Cypress | Food, wine, local business showcase A Taste of Cy-Fair |
Get Involved & Stay Updated
- Subscribe to city tourism and event newsletters in Katy, Sugar Land, and Cypress.
- Follow local community Facebook pages, Eventbrite, or Visit Sugar Land website. Eventbrite+2VisitSugarLandTX.com+2
- For special events (costume contests, parades, festivals), check official event websites (e.g. Rice Harvest Festival) for latest schedules, maps, vendor info. Katy Rice Harvest Festival
