October is full of traditions in Kyle, from the Founders’ Day Parade to Center Street Trick-or-Treat, it’s full of celebrations that bring the community together. With cooler weather finally settling in, there are also plenty of opportunities to get outside, enjoy local events and make the most of fall in Kyle. Here’s what’s happening around town this month.
Parks and Recreation Events
Kyle Founders’ Day Parade — October 10
Kyle’s birthday is coming up, and we’re keeping a longtime tradition going with the annual Founders’ Parade on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 11 a.m.
Kyle was platted and its first lots were sold around Oct. 15, 1880. Since then, mid-October parades through downtown have become part of the town’s birthday tradition. More than 140 years later, we’re still gathering to celebrate Kyle, remember the people who helped build this community and enjoy another day of small-town tradition.
Viewing the Parade:
Residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy the Founders Day Parade on either side of Center Street between Gregg-Clarke Park and Mary Kyle Hartson Park.
Halloween Boogie for All Abilities Dance — October 23
The Halloween Boogie dance is the perfect way to celebrate the spooky season with friends, family, and community. Wear your best friendly costume and get ready for a night of fun. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect and create lasting memories!
This event is open to all ages and abilities. Parents and guardians are welcome to drop off participants, while those requiring additional support may bring an attendant. Please note that all participants and accompanying adults must register online before the event. We can’t wait to see you there!
Register at KyleRec.RecDesk.com.
Center Street Trick-or-Treat — October 24
Join us for the Center Street Trick-or-Treat on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Mary Kyle Hartson Park, 101 S. Burleson St.
At this family-friendly event, local businesses and organizations set up tents at tables at Mary Kyle Hartson City “Scare” Park to provide a fun and safe opportunity for trick-or-treating. We invite all “ghosts” and “goblins” young and old to come out to our Treat Trail for some morning trick-or-treating as well as a costume contest!
Costume Contests Schedule
- Vendor booth entries: 9:00 am – 9:15 am
- Ages 0 – 5 years: 9:30 am – 9:45 am
- Ages 6- 12 years: 10:00 am – 10:15 am
- Ages 13-18 years: 10:30 am – 10:45 am
- Ages 19 and up years: 11:00 am – 11:15 am
- Groups of 2 or more: 11:30 – 11:45 am
Conservation Events
Monarch Waystation Workshop — October 3
Want to help monarchs on their journey? Join the City of Kyle for a hands-on Monarch Waystation Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Cool Springs Trail.
Learn about monarch conservation, plant your own waystation and take home 40 native starter plants to recreate it in your yard.
Registration is $50 and limited to 10 participants ages 18 and older. Volunteer spots are also available at no cost for those who want to help with planting.
Learn more and register at KyleRec.RecDesk.com.
Steeplechase Trail Clean-Up — October 22
Looking for a way to give back to nature? Join the Hays County Master Naturalists for our monthly trail clean-up at Steeplechase Park!
We’ll be working to remove invasive, aggressive plants to help our native species thrive. It’s a great learning opportunity to learn plant identification and removal techniques you can use in your own yard, all while making a real difference in the community! All skill levels are welcome! Please bring your own tools, gloves, boots, and eye protection, only a small amount of tools will be provided.
Trail Stewardship — October 24
Spend the morning planting native plants and performing other essential trail upkeep.
Conservation Division staff are working to develop a core group of volunteers to serve as trained trail stewards. City staff will be training a small group of dedicated trail stewards on trail management techniques along the nature trail at Waterleaf Park. Whether you can join for an hour or the whole day, your help makes a big difference!
What to bring: Comfortable outdoor clothing, close-toed shoes, water bottle, gloves and a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Register at KyleRec.RecDesk.gov.
Conservation Connections — October 29
Conservation Connections is a free, once-a-month community presentation focused on local ecology, practical ways to help protect our environment, and tips for becoming a better environmental steward in the City of Kyle.
Conservation Connections this month focuses on monarch migration and how Kyle residents can support monarchs along their journey by planting native milkweed and nectar plants, protecting habitat, and reporting sightings to help track their seasonal movement.
Register at KyleRec.RecDesk.com.
Kyle Public Library Events
Storytimes
Baby Time — Mondays and Wednesdays
Baby Time is designed for babies that are not yet walking confidently and their caregivers. Learn together through a shared story, songs, action rhymes, and play.
Wiggleworms Storytime — Mondays and 3rd Fridays
Wiggleworms encourages learning and early literacy through music, movement, and play. This program is best suited for little ones who are crawling and walking.
Toddler Storytime — Tuesdays
Let’s sing, talk, read, and play together! Toddler Storytime is designed for two- and three-year-olds. Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to participate in interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and play.
Preschool Storytime — Tuesdays
Preschool storytime offers children ages 3-5 opportunities to learn through reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing. Preschoolers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities that encourage emerging language skills.
¡Hora del cuento bilingüe para niños pequeños! Bilingual Toddler Storytime — Wednesdays
Bilingual storytime is presented in English and Spanish. It is a dual language program, so some material is presented in English and other material is presented in Spanish
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to enjoy interactive stories, songs, and rhymes in both languages. The storytime session ends with a short period of time for caregivers to chat and network and for toddlers to play together. This program is designed for children 3 years and under.
¡Hora del cuento Bilingüe! Bilingual Storytime — Thursdays
Bilingual storytime is presented in English and Spanish. It is a dual language program, so some material is presented in English and other material is presented in Spanish.
Bilingual storytime invites children to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes in both languages in an interactive environment. This storytime is for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers.
Children’s Programs
LEGO Lab — October 1 and 15
Let your imagination run wild and explore your engineering skills as you create and build with LEGO blocks provided by the library. Challenges will be provided to test your creativity. LEGO creations will stay in the library on display until the next event.
*This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. Tickets are provided on a first come, first served basis.
Let’s Play: Pokémon Club — October 8
We are official! Join the ALA Connect Pokémon Library Club at the Kyle Public Library and dive into the world of Pokémon. The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) and the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) have partnered with The Pokémon Company International to bring Pokémon Clubs to your library!
Pokémon Club attendees can learn to play the game, enjoy fun activities, and make new friends through the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG).
Discovery Time — October 10
Children are invited to explore sensory bins filled with safe, tactile materials designed for little hands. They can scoop, pour, sort, and discover while building fine-motor and early learning skills in a relaxed, drop-in setting that encourages curiosity and open-ended play. Dress for mess and hands-on fun.
Tween Scene — October 22
Tweens are invited to the library to try out the Makerspace, explore STEAM challenges, and craft together. Each week, a new experience will be provided to our kids inbeTWEEN. Grownups are welcome to stay in the library during the program.
Teen Programs
Teen Time Makerspace — October 8
Grab your “Bestie” and your “Fam” to explore the Makerspace where you will have access to a variety of hands-on activities. Collaborate with friends and engineer something cool in an environment designed to spark curiosity and innovation.
Homeschool Teen Connections — October 13
This is a welcoming space for homeschool teens to connect with peers, build friendships, explore creative projects, play games, develop new skills, and enjoy hands-on learning through library resources and makerspace activities. Come create, collaborate, and help make this program your own!
Pumpkin Palooza — October 31
Come, create, customize and have fun! The pumpkin will be your canvas! Choose from a variety of craft pumpkin forms and materials, then design a pumpkin that is totally you.
Teen and Adult Programs
Neurographic Art — October 3
Learn and experience a meditative drawing method designed to help promote mindfulness, relieve stress, and process emotions by combining art and psychology. Local artist Ronald Gross will guide you through the core principles and techniques.
Spooky Speed Puzzling — October 17
Are you brave enough to face the Spooky Speed Puzzle Challenge? Whether you’re a seasoned speed puzzler or ready to try your first competition, this is your chance to join the fun! Gather a team of 2–4 players and prepare for a frightfully fun race to the finish. Each team will receive the same mystery 500-piece puzzle and their own workspace, and 90 minutes to complete the puzzle. Strategy, teamwork, and sharp eyes make all the difference! Will your team conquer the challenge or be scared away by the final piece?
Every member of the first team to finish first, regardless of team size will win a brand-new, unopened puzzle.
Register now as the number of teams is limited. Call the library at 512-268-7411 to register. Once registered, the team leader will receive an email with guidelines and FAQ’s.
Job Search Strategies Workshop — October 29
In this presentation by Workforce Solutions,discover ways to find a job faster, understand the importance of networking, and learn how to prepare your “elevator speech” to uncover leads in the job market.
Adult Programs
Fall Faux Stained Glass — October 1
Create an elegant piece of fall-inspired faux stained glass art that brings the rich colors and cozy beauty of autumn into your home. Using simple materials such as autumn outlines, Sharpies, and a picture frame, you’ll transform an autumn design into a luminous work of art reminiscent of traditional stained glass. No glass cutting or special equipment required.
*This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before the event. Tickets are provided on a first come, first served basis.
Saving Seeds — October 3
Walk into the fascinating world of seeds with our seed saving class! Discover the different types of seeds. Learn how to harvest and save them to plant year after year. Presented by Crystal Castillo from the Hays County Master Gardeners.
Magic the Gathering: Commander Play — October 3
Looking for a fun, casual way to play Magic: The Gathering? Join fellow players for Commander play featuring 100-card decks, casual games and plenty of fun. Whether you’re new to Commander or a seasoned player, all are welcome to play!
Investigating the Paranormal — October 3
Team members of the San Marcos Area Paranormal Society will be demonstrating the equipment used during an investigation, showing videos and playing audio recordings caught during their adventures, and sharing local ghost stories.
Community Yoga Class — October 6 and 20
This Hatha style class is appropriate for all experience levels. The class is based on mindful movement and will leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed.
Caregiving 101 — October 14
This workshop, presented by AGE of Central Texas, will help you better understand the stages of caregiving and what to expect along the way. You’ll gain practical techniques and strategies to navigate the responsibilities of caring for an older adult while feeling more confident and prepared.
Speed Friending — October 15
This is a fun, relaxed, and low-pressure event designed to spark genuine connections. Enjoy a series of quick, friendly conversations with others looking to meet new people. Start your own conversation or use our fun, thought-provoking conversation starters to break the ice. Come as you are, meet someone new, and see where the conversation takes you!
Page Turners Book Club — October 22
Join the Page Turners Book Club for our September read: Astral Library by Kate Quinn, a magical adventure novel about a struggling young woman who discovers a secret library inside the Boston Public Library where books serve as doors to entirely new worlds.
Come ready to share your thoughts, connect with fellow readers, and discover new perspectives.
For more information about upcoming events and programs, visit events.cityofkyle.gov.
