October is filled with Fall fun in Grapevine! From spooky train rides and family festivals to live music under the stars, seasonal wine tastings and one-of-a-kind shows, the destination offers something for everyone. Explore Historic Main Street, enjoy interactive Nash Farm experiences, catch a live theatre performance, discover unique expos and more!
SAVE THE DATE: Tickets for Santa’s North Pole Express go on sale October 1stTickets will be on sale starting Wednesday, October 1 at 10 a.m. Central Time for Santa’s North Pole Express and Other Christmas Capital of Texas Events - Mark your calendar and bookmark
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SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre inside Grapevine Mills are offering free admission for first responders throughout the month of October. They must purchase a ticket to receive one free and must show proof of employer.
Grapevine Main LIVE! Grapevine Main LIVE! returns to Peace Plaza Friday nights in October at 7:30 p.m., offering an evening of live music under the stars. Set against the stunning backdrop of Grapevine Main Station, this free concert series features an exciting lineup of tribute bands and talented artists.
October 17: Champagne Yacht Club
October 24: Epic Unplugged: Greatest Rock Hits
October 31: Destroyer: Kiss Tribute Band (Halloween costumes encouraged!)
Missed Fortune at Texas Star Dinner Theatre: Step into the Wild West for an evening of laughs, mystery and delicious food at Texas Star Dinner Theater. Your ticket includes a three-course meal served alongside Missed Fortune, an interactive Old West comedy murder mystery show.
Fridays and Saturdays in October 7 – 10 p.m.
All ages
$65.95 per person
816 S. Main Street, Grapevine
Spooktacular Winetail Class: Hallo-wine Cocktails will haunt your tastebuds at this spooky wine-cocktail class at Messina Hof Grapevine Winery! Concoct three enchanted elixirs that will be paired with hypnotic hors d’oeuvres.
Friday, October 24, 2025
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
$55 per person
21 and up
Messina Hof Grapevine Winery 201 S. Main Street
Howl-O-Ween on Peace Plaza: Join Harvest Hall for a tail-wagging Halloween celebration with pet vendors, treats, photo ops and a dog costume contest.
Saturday, October 25, 2025
11 – 2 p.m.
Free, all ages
815 S. Main Street on Peace Plaza
Hallowine Trail: The Hallowine Trail will feature six winery tasting rooms along Grapevine’s Urban Wine Trail making for a leisurely stroll between venues. Visit the six wineries and enjoy a flight of three wines and small bites at each. Costumes encouraged!
Saturday, October 25, 2025
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
21 and up
409 S. Main Street, Grapevine
$55 per person
Cosmic Howl returns at Meow Wolf: Meow Wolf inside Grapevine Mills is throwing the ultimate interdimensional house party with DJs, burlesque, scavenger hunt bingo and a costume contest.
Friday, October 31, 2025
7 p.m.
Starting at $49 per person, 21+
GRAPEVINE VINTAGE RAILROAD SPECIAL EVENTS
Day Out with Thomas: Enjoy a day full of fun with a real train ride aboard Thomas the Tank Engine's coaches! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy activities, live entertainment, arts & crafts and memories that will last a lifetime.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 17 - 19
Multiple excursions each day
Tickets start from $26
Use code FAMILYFUN for $22 tickets on Friday excursions
All ages, Ages 1 and up require a ticket
Witches’ Brew Train: Climb aboard - if you dare - for a chillingly fun Halloween evening on the Witches' Brew Train! Set in authentic 1920s vintage train coaches, this 90-minute round-trip excursion is the ultimate way to celebrate Halloween in Grapevine.
Friday, October 31, 2025
7:50 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
$90 for two people, 21+ only
Trick ‘R Treat Trains: Celebrate Halloween with a trip back in time onboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. Children receive a prepackaged bag of treats and are entertained with an interactive story brought to life by the Grapevine Vintage Railroad Theatrical Players.
Saturday and Sunday, October 25 – 26, 2025
10:20 a.m. for Saturday’s train and at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for Sunday’s trains.
$22 per person
All ages, 1 and up require a ticket.
HISTORIC NASH FARM SPECIAL EVENTS
Bewitched by the Barn: Visit the historic barn for tales of old, popcorn and cider. Stories get spookier as the night wanes.
Saturday, October 25, 20257 – 9 p.m.
$10 per person
OTHER GRAPEVINE EVENTS
28th Annual Butterfly Flutterby: Bring the little ones and celebrate the Wings of Change at the Grapevine Botanical Gardens. There will be four live butterfly releases, a costume contest, crafts and more!
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park, 411 Ball St.
Admission is free
Shows and Expos at Grapevine Convention Centre Find unique goods and one-of-a-kind shopping this October at the Grapevine Convention Centre located at 1209 S. Main Street.
Wellness Expo – October 11 and 12. Over 100 exhibitors featuring products and services for mind, body and spirit. $8 per person.
Vinyl Record Show - October 18. Find the music you love and the memories it holds at the Vinyl Record Show. $8 per person.
The Texas Coin Show – October 31, November 1 & 2. Coins, Stamps, Currency, Gold, Jewelry, Proof Sets & More, with 70 dealer tables. $5 per person, $2 per person on Sunday.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE HISTORIC PALACE THEATRE
Saturday, October 183 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Located in the Palace Theatre at 300 S. Main Street
Tickets are $44.
Saturday, October 25
3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Located in the Palace Theatre at 300 S. Main Street
Tickets are $44.
Friday, October 24
8 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Located in the Palace Theatre at 300 S. Main Street
Tickets range from $40 - $55.
Friday, October 17: Classic Movie – Young Frankenstein (1974)
Friday, October 31: Classic Movie – Halloweentown (1998)
Posted by: Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau
Posted on: 16/10/2025