October Happenings in Grapevine, Texas

GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (September 23, 2025) – 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 1^st
Tickets 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 ChristmasCapitalofTexas.com.

SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium and LEGOLAND Discovery Center 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 3: Extended Play: Top 40 hits
October 17: Champagne Yacht Club
October 24: Epic Unplugged: Greatest Rock Hits
October 31: Destroyer: Kiss Tribute Band (Halloween costumes encouraged!)

Third Annual Somm Smackdown
Hotel Vin presents the Third Annual Som Smackdown. A head-to-head competition between Master Sommeliers. Guests enjoy a five-course chef-driven menu paired with wine.

Thursday October 2, 2025
7 – 9:30 p.m.
$125 per person
21 and up
Inside Hotel VIN, Autograph Collection, 215 E. Dallas Road

Missed Fortune at Texas Star Dinner Theater
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

Oktoberfest Craft Brew Train This 21+ experience on Grapevine Vintage Railroad combines the lively spirit of a traditional beer fest with the unique setting of a historic railroad adventure. Perfect for brew lovers, friends’ night out or a unique Oktoberfest experience.

Friday, October 3, 2025
7:50 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
$90 for a bench that seats two people, 21+ only

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 10 - 12, 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 Come 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

First Fridays: Cowboy Cooking

Cowboys are visiting Historic Nash Farm! Learn about what a cowboy's life was like back in the day.

Friday, October 3, 2025
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$5 per person.

Harvest Moon Supper
Enjoy a night at Nash Farm under the moon with friends, family and wine, making this a perfect community evening to reflect on Grapevine's historic past. This fundraiser for Nash Farm has a select menu that will reflect historic cuisine enjoyed in times past with a modern flair.

Saturday, October 4, 2025
7 p.m.
$100 per person

Barn Dance
Join us for an old-fashioned 1950s-era Barn Dance at Historic Nash Farm. The live band will lead the called dances from atop the Farm truck out by the big red barn.

Friday, October 10, 2025
6:30 p.m.
$25 per person

25^th Annual Nash Farm Fall Roundup
Kick off fall in style at Historic Nash Farm at the Fall Roundup event! The family-friendly agricultural festival includes pumpkin photo ops, farm animals, chuck wagon demos and more.

Saturday, October 11, 2025
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Admission is free. All ages.

Homeschool Day
Join the Nash Farmhands for a morning on the Farm. Learn about the Nash family and Farm while helping the Farmhands get chores done.

Monday, October 13, 2025
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$5 per person

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, 2025
7 – 9 p.m.
$10 per person

OTHER GRAPEVINE EVENTS

28^th 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 Center
Find unique goods and one-of-a-kind shopping this October at the Grapevine Convention Center 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

Walkin’ the Line – A Tribute to Johnny Cash