Hutto’s Halloween Guide 2026

Howdy, Hutto. Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, giving families a little more time to enjoy the night without school the next morning. From trick-or-treating with the kids to spooky movies and Halloween cocktails, this week’s events section has plenty of ways to celebrate around town.

And with the Hippos already playoff-bound and heading into a bye, we’re also taking stock of the season and what’s still at stake in District 24-6A. And if voting is still on your to-do list, early voting ends Friday, Oct. 30.

Thanks, as always, for spending part of your Tuesday with me. Hope to see you around town.

Local updates from around town.

School Boundaries Approved | Hutto ISD approved new high school attendance zones for 2027–28, with students north of Hwy. 79 zoned for Creekside High School and those south for Hutto High School, while rising juniors and seniors will remain at Hutto High School for the upcoming school year.

New Seafood Spot | Mariscos el Jaguar opened Oct. 14 at 209 Farley St. in downtown Hutto, serving Mexican seafood dishes such as ceviche and shrimp tacos, plus mangonadas, fresh juices, and horchata.

Career Programs Recognized | Hutto ISD earned its third consecutive CTE District of Distinction designation for career and technical education programs that help students explore careers, build job skills, and earn industry certifications.

Mini Mural Exhibition | Hutto Arts Today will celebrate the local artists behind Hutto’s mini murals with an exhibition Nov. 5 from 5:30–6:30 PM at City Hall, where you can bring the family, explore the artwork, and meet the people bringing color and creativity to town.

Early Voting Ends Friday | Early voting ends Friday, Oct. 30, with Hutto City Hall and other Williamson County early-voting sites open 7:00 AM–7:00 PM Oct. 26–30 ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3.

Things to do around town from Tuesday through Sunday.

Hutto Farmers Market
350 Ed Schmidt Blvd.
Wednesday, October 28 • 3:00–7:00 PM
Local farmers, ranchers, artisans, food vendors, coffee, handmade goods, and more.

Advanced Broom Making
The Curious Hippo
Wednesday, October 28 • 6:00–9:00 PM
Create a fuller broom with intricate weaving and decorative details, guided by Jacqueline—no experience necessary. $49; bring your own broom handle, with all other supplies provided. Advance tickets encouraged; upstairs access is by stairs only.

Halloween Bingo
Hutto Wine Bar
Wednesday, October 28 • 6:30–7:30 PM
Join a Halloween edition of bingo at the wine bar. Free to play.

Trivia Night
Cottonwood Creek Brewery
Wednesday, October 28 • 7:00 PM
Put your random knowledge to the test with Cottonwood Creek Brewery’s weekly general trivia night.

Bookbinding Workshop
The Story Emporium & Bookshop
Thursday, October 29 • 5:00–6:30 PM
Learn to stitch pages, craft a cover, and assemble your own journal. $35 includes all tools and materials; no experience necessary. Rescheduled from October 22; registration required, with at least four participants needed for the class to run.

Coffee & Critters
Mini Mischief Ranch
Friday, October 30 • 8:30–10:00 AM
Enjoy coffee, visit with the animals, and wander the ranch at your own pace during a relaxed morning with fellow visitors. $10 per person • Adults only.

D&D Halloween One-Shot Adventure
The Story Emporium & Bookshop
Friday, October 30 • 5:30–9:30 PM
Solve a Scooby-Doo-inspired mystery with clues, roleplay, and spooky encounters in a standalone D&D adventure. $35 includes themed snacks and a keepsake. Beginners welcome • Recommended for ages 18+; seating is limited.

The Parlour of Horror: Unholy Friday
The Parlour at The Curious Hippo
Friday, October 30 • 12:00–10:00 PM
Catch Poltergeist, Pet Sematary, The Exorcist, The Omen, and The Amityville Horror, with guests welcome to come and go throughout the day. $20 pass covers all five films; $5 bottomless popcorn sold separately. Advance tickets encouraged; upstairs access is by stairs only.

Women’s Wellness Circle
Hippo Social Club
Saturday, October 31 • 7:45–9:45 AM
Join a morning wellness circle with breathwork, conversation, sauna and cold plunge sessions, journaling, and restorative movement. Optional HIIT Boxing + Release runs 9:00–9:45 AM • $0–$30, depending on ticket tier.

Halloween at the Bookshop
The Story Emporium & Bookshop
Saturday, October 31 • 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Enjoy spooky literature trivia, enter a social media costume contest, and browse Halloween deals, with themed snacks and drinks available from the café. Costumes encouraged.

150 Years of Hutto History
Hutto Public Library
Saturday, October 31 • 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Celebrate Hutto’s 150th anniversary with a history session led by the Historical Preservation Commission, part of a four-session series exploring our community’s past.

Spooky Mad Hatter Tea Party
Grapes & Rye
Saturday, October 31 • 2:00–4:00 PM
Dress in spooky tea attire for an afternoon of spiked teas, cocktails, small bites, games, and music. Tickets required; seating is limited • Ages 21+.

Trunk or Treat at the Creek
Cottonwood Creek Brewery
Saturday, October 31 • 3:00–6:00 PM
Kids can collect candy from decorated trunks while families enjoy a Halloween afternoon at the brewery. Families and businesses can register to host a trunk, and vendor booths are available for $25.

Trick-or-Treat at The Shoppes
The Shoppes at Affordable Storage
Saturday, October 31 • 5:00–6:00 PM
Bring the family in costume and start at Treasure Trove Hobby Store, Suite 134, to pick up a Trick-or-Treat Passport Book, then follow it to participating businesses and collect treats along the way.

Pokeween
Treasure Trove Hobby Store
Saturday, October 31 • 6:00–7:00 PM
Children can enter a Pokémon costume contest for a prize, with pizza, cupcakes, goodie bags, promo stamps, and Trick or Treat packs available while supplies last. Free • Valid Pokémon Player ID required for all participants.

Halloween Exclusive Event
The Curious Hippo
Saturday, October 31 • 8:00 PM–midnight
Join a speakeasy-inspired Halloween party with DJs, live performances, and a costume contest. $20 general admission or $50 VIP with an open bar and exclusive Parlour access. Ages 21+; advance tickets encouraged.

One for the Books: SE&B Turns One
The Story Emporium & Bookshop
Sunday, November 1 • 12:00–5:00 PM
Celebrate the bookshop’s first birthday with free apple cider, anniversary stickers while supplies last, shopping specials, and a community memory book. Join the thank-you toast at 2:30 PM and vote in the six-word story contest.

Sports news and updates from Hippo Nation.

The Hippos are headed to the playoffs. Hutto’s 49–35 road win over Rouse on Thursday secured a Class 6A Division I berth and sent the team into the bye week at 7–2 overall and 4–1 in district.

Seven touchdown passes, plus two big takeaways

Sophomore quarterback Micah Antoun completed 27 of 36 passes for 377 yards and seven touchdowns. Jaiden Fields caught 14 passes for 212 yards and three scores, while Dylan Owens added two touchdown catches; Carson Fields and Brayden Childs caught the other two.

Carson also intercepted two passes in the second half, helping Hutto protect its lead. Several of the Hippos’ receivers also play defensive back, contributing on both sides of the ball.

A season worth getting excited about

Hutto has won seven of its last eight games, scored 501 points, and averaged 55.7 points per game while allowing 24.2. The Hippos have scored at least 50 points in seven of nine games, and their two losses came by a combined five: 53–50 against Harker Heights and 37–35 against Cedar Park.

The individual production is just as impressive. Through nine games, the statistics show:

That is plenty of reason for Hippo Nation to feel good about November. Hutto put up 35 against an unbeaten Cedar Park team, showing this offense can produce against the district leader, too.

District 24-6A standings

Through Oct. 27.

Cedar Park visits Vista Ridge this Friday, Oct. 30. A Timberwolves win would secure Cedar Park’s outright district title. Hutto can still finish level with Cedar Park at 5–1, but it needs a Vista Ridge upset and a win over Vandegrift on Nov. 6.

The playoff spot is secure; the bracket is still taking shape

Class 6A sends four teams from each district to the playoffs. With four district wins already, Hutto is guaranteed a place regardless of its finale.

The qualifiers then split by enrollment: the two larger schools enter Division I, and the two smaller schools enter Division II. Hutto has the district’s largest UIL alignment enrollment, putting the Hippos in Division I.

One wrinkle to watch: Rouse’s alignment enrollment is larger than Vandegrift’s. If Rouse qualifies, it joins Hutto in Division I. The Raiders visit Vandegrift this Friday, making that a useful game to follow during Hutto’s break.

Hutto’s exact seed, first-round opponent, and game site remain unsettled. The opening playoff round is Nov. 12–14.

A breather before the next test

There is no varsity game this week after nine consecutive weeks of football. Coach Casey Walraven has described the bye as a chance to recover and work on fundamentals, especially with key players contributing on offense and defense.

Hutto has the offensive production to be a dangerous playoff matchup, and the timely interceptions against Rouse are something to build on. Keeping opponents from matching that scoring pace will matter: Cedar Park scored 37, and Rouse scored 35. The break gives the Hippos time to prepare for November football.

Next game: Vandegrift at Hutto — Friday, Nov. 6, at 7:00 PM at Hutto Memorial Stadium.

Get schedules, scores, and more at huttoathletics.com

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Mostly accurate forecast until Texas decides otherwise.

Warm afternoons start the week before a cooler, cloudier Friday brings a better chance of rain. Halloween warms back into the low 80s, though a shower or storm is still possible. Check the radar before heading out with the candy crew!

🌤️ Tue–Wed: Clouds and sun, low to mid-80s; slight shower chance late Wednesday
☁️ Thu: Mostly cloudy, near 80
🌦️ Fri: Showers and a storm possible, upper 70s
🎃 Halloween: Partly sunny, low 80s; slight shower or storm chance
🌤️ Sun: Partly sunny, mid-80s

👉 TL;DR: Warm with rain chances

That’s it for this week, neighbor.
See you next Tuesday.

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