Fall Fest

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• Who should attend?

  This family-friendly festival is open to everyone—Headwaters students, families, alumni, neighbors, and friends. Come one, come all!

• What's going on with the costume parade?

  We can’t wait to kick off the celebration with a Costume Parade!

  
  

  What to Know About the Parade

  • All are welcome to join! Kids, families, and staff—if you’ve got a costume (or even just a pair of cat ears or a silly hat!), come walk with us.
    
    
  • Parade Start Time: 10:30 a.m.
    
    
  • Where to Meet: By the Garden (south side of campus, near the Yurt)
    
    
  • We’ll meander through campus together and end at the stage.
    
    

  Did you know? At Headwaters, we call Halloween our birthday! Each campus celebrates in its own way—and at our River Campus, our costume contest is legendary. 

• What types of activities will there be?

  We have so many fun things going on for all ages! And ALL activities are included with your ticket unless otherwise noted!

• Who is performing live?

  It's going to be an awesome time at the Headwaters City Limits Stage!
  
  Line up coming soon!

• How do I sign-up to volunteer?

  We have lots of short day before and day-of opportunities for volunteers to help make this event a success.
  
  Each volunteer get's a free ticket!
  
  Volunteer at Fall Fest 
  
  Thank you in advance!
  

• How do I get there and park?

  Fall Fest 2025 will be held at Headwaters School’s Creek Campus, located at: 9607 Brodie Ln., Austin, TX 78748
  
  

  Plenty of parking is available at Randalls in Shady Hollow Village (9911 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX 78748). There is also a shuttle running all day long from the Randall’s parking lot. There is no parking on campus for this event. Please also be mindful of not parking at neighboring businesses, as they may tow.

  
  When you arrive, please stop by the Welcome Table to check in. You won’t need to show an email confirmation or printed ticket, just tell us your name, and we’ll get you checked off the list.

• What food and drink is available?

  Food details coming soon!
  
  

  Water stations will be available throughout the event. Bring your reusable water bottle and refill as needed! We will also have flavored canned sparkling water donated from our friends at Rambler!
  
  

  🥪 Families are also welcome to bring their own snacks or a picnic. For everyone’s safety, we ask that you please avoid peanuts, glass containers, and outside alcohol.

• What should I bring & NOT bring?

  What to Bring:	What NOT To Bring:
  Refillable water bottle/cup Chairs/picnic blanket if you want to hang out in the field area Snacks Sunscreen	Anything with nuts Pets Glass Alcohol Cigarettes, e-cigs, vaporizers Weapons, firearms, or fireworks

  
  
  
  No pets are allowed at the fest!
  
  Please notify us at development@headwaters.org if you plan on bringing a service animal (no emotional support animals permitted).

• Are pets allowed?

  No pets are allowed at the fest!
  
  Please notify us at development@headwaters.org if you plan on bringing a service animal (no emotional support animals permitted).

• What is the bathroom situation?

  We will have porta-potties on site for this event. 
  
  We will also have the two bathrooms in Building 1 open for families who need a little more space to change kids.
  
  To help keep classrooms orderly, buildings will not be open for guests.

• Will you have first aid?

  We will have a table with basic first aid at the Welcome Table. Stop by if you need something!

• Is this event rain or shine?

  Yes, this is event is rain or shine!
  
  We are monitoring the forecast closely. It looks like much-needed rain Friday overnight, but we hope that it will pass by later morning with cooler temps!
  
  In the event of unsafe conditions, we will attempt to reach out to ticket holders via email as soon as possible. We will also update our social media and website.

• My question isn't answered here, whom should I ask?

  Email the Development Team at development@headwaters.org