Multiple Southeast US Communities Host Annual Fall Festivals

This weekend features a variety of family-friendly fall events across the United States, highlighting community engagement and festive fun. In Beaumont, Texas, multiple events including a Fire Prevention Month kickoff, an Oktoberfest with live polka music and food trucks, and a family-friendly gathering with live music and activities are scheduled. Lubbock, Texas, hosted the 26th Annual Hub City BBQ Cookoff, drawing nearly 100 cooking teams and thousands of attendees with live country music and a new judging system, emphasizing community spirit. Fredericksburg, Virginia, is celebrating its Scarecrow Fest through October, featuring a contest, games, and Halloween-themed events that bring the city together. North Carolina offers diverse fall activities such as the Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival showcasing various music genres and the Big Lick Comic Con in Greensboro, appealing to both music lovers and pop culture fans. Additionally, Lubbock is holding its 36th annual free Fall Festival at The Children’s Home, focusing on family fun while supporting local children’s welfare programs.