AUTUMN FEST

September 17-20, 2026 | Little Elm Park

Celebrate the season at Autumn Fest, Little Elm’s annual fall festival held September 17-20 at Little Elm Park. Experience four days of family-friendly fun along the shores of Lewisville Lake, featuring live music, carnival rides, delicious food vendors, artisan shopping, kids activities, seasonal attractions, and more. Whether you’re making memories with family, enjoying a date night, or spending time with friends, Autumn Fest is one of North Texas’ favorite fall traditions.

Celebrating 41 years of Autumn Fest!

Autumn Fest is back in Little Elm Park September 11-14 with a weekend full of fun for the whole family! There will be a carnival complete with rides and games, live music, food trucks, and additional activities for kids of all ages.

Admission & Wristband Nights

Day Admission Notes
Thursday, Sept. 11 Free Wristband Night 🎡
Friday, Sept. 12 $10 Kids 13 & under free
Saturday, Sept. 13 $10 Kids 13 & under free
Sunday, Sept. 14 $5 Kids 13 & under free, wristband holders free

Admission tickets can be purchased on-site.

Wristband Nights

Wristband Nights are on Thursday and Sunday. A wristband provides unlimited rides. Wristbands purchased during presale includes free admission.

THE PRESALE HAS ENDED

Wristbands are now only available at the gate for $30 each, and does not include admission

Parking

Parking is $10 each day

Carnival Hours

Day Hours
Thursday 6–10 PM
Friday 5–11 PM
Saturday 2–11 PM
Sunday 1–8 PM

Music & Entertainment Highlights

  • Friday: MINIKISS (7 p.m.)

  • Saturday: Mexico 2000 Ballet Folklorico (2:00 p.m) + Ballet Folklorico & Mariachi (4:30 p.m.) + Tejano Queen Forever Band (7 p.m.)

  • Sunday: School of Rock Frisco (4 p.m.)

 

Special Celebration

Saturday, Sept. 13 – Mexican Independence Day with music, dance, and cultural performances!

2025 Activities

Four performers dressed as KISS band members stand in front of red spotlights and explosions; text advertises "MiniKISS" at Little Elm Park for Autumn Fest on Friday, September 12 at 7 p.m.
MINIKISS

MINIKISS is the Hottest Littlest Band in the World and currently holds the Guinness World Record for “World’s Shortest Band”! It’s a tribute band made up of four little people dressed up like KISS reaching for new heights.

Friday, September 12, 7 p.m.

Event poster for Mexican Independence Day during Autumn Fest on Saturday, September 13, 2025, featuring dancers, a singer, a piñata, and a 2 p.m. start time.
Tejano Queen Forever Band

The Most Sought-After Latin Tribute Band in the U.S. is coming to Little Elm for our Mexican Independence Day celebration! Hailing from Dallas, the Tejano Queen Forever Band stands as a national touring act dedicated to keeping the spirit of Selena Quintanilla Perez alive.

Saturday, September 13, 7 p.m.

No outside alcohol will be permitted. Coolers are allowed but will be checked. No weapons are permitted. All bags will be checked.

There will be no refunds for this event

This event is rain or shine

Apply to be a vendor: https://www.eventeny.com/events/2025-little-elm-autumn-fest-mexican-independence-day-20107/

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  • A band performing at Autumn Fest, with a woman singing into a microphone and a man playing guitar, all surrounded by trees and warm sunlight.
  • Amidst the vibrant festivities of the Autumn Fest, a child gleefully rides a colorful carousel horse, with an attentive adult standing nearby. Bright lights and enchanting decorations enhance the festive atmosphere of the carousel.
  • At Autumn Fest, people play a ball toss carnival game, aiming for numbered holes to score points. A worker oversees the activity while plush toys are displayed as prizes above, adding to the festive atmosphere.
  • At the Autumn Fest, a vibrant carnival scene unfolds at sunset with a colorful hot air balloon ride taking center stage and a Ferris wheel gracing the background. People gather in delight, savoring every attraction this festive season offers.
  • View from the top of a colorful slide at Autumn Fest, with various bright attractions like "Wacky Shack" and a red-and-yellow striped tent, all under a dusky evening sky.
  • A brightly lit fairground at night buzzes with excitement during the Autumn Fest, featuring a spinning ride in the foreground, a Ferris wheel glowing in the background, and people joyfully enjoying the attractions.
  • Close-up of a golden-brown pretzel hanging on a metal rod display, with a blurred background evoking the warmth and charm of an Autumn Fest.
  • A crowd watches a breathtaking nighttime drone light display of two maracas in the sky above a pavilion, setting the perfect scene for this year's Autumn Fest.
  • A colorful group of dancers in traditional dresses delight the Autumn Fest parade. Their vibrant stripes and ruffled skirts add a joyful rhythm to the celebration.
  • At Autumn Fest, plastic cups filled with a white liquid, each paired with a colored plastic spoon, are arranged artfully on a vibrant purple table.
  • A group of people in costumes stroll along a forest path during Autumn Fest, passing by a cactus-shaped balloon display with colorful banners overhead.
  • During Autumn Fest, people are captivated by a mesmerizing light-up skull design that illuminates the night sky near an outdoor stage.
  • At Autumn Fest, a table displays multiple trays of tacos with meat filling, set on a colorful striped cloth. Brightly colored paper trays are stacked in the background, capturing the festive spirit of the season.
  • Three plastic cups filled with slushy drinks sit on a bright green surface, bringing a refreshing taste to the vibrant atmosphere of Autumn Fest, as they're nestled beside a colorful cloth.
  • Several trays filled with churros dusted with powdered sugar sit invitingly on a colorful striped tablecloth, capturing the festive spirit of Autumn Fest.
  • A woman in casual attire stands beside a small donkey carrying baskets near a waterfront, the vibrant spirit of Autumn Fest reflected in the multicolored balloons floating in the background.
  • At Autumn Fest, people stroll along a path adorned with colorful paper banners and a cactus made of green balloons embellished with flowers.
  • A family of four stands smiling in front of a wooden "Viva Little Elm" sign, decorated with colorful paper flowers, capturing the festive spirit of the Autumn Fest.