Fall Sports in Austin: Biggest Sporting Events to Catch in 2026

Fall is one of the best times to be a sports fan in Austin and Central Texas. As temperatures begin to cool, the area's sports calendar heats up with college football, professional soccer, baseball, hockey, motorsports, golf, and more.

Whether you want to experience a packed stadium on Longhorn game day, hear Formula 1 cars racing around Circuit of The Americas, or enjoy a family night at the ballpark, there are plenty of opportunities to catch live sports this season.

Here are some of the biggest sporting events happening in and around Austin during fall 2026.

Round Rock Express Baseball

Sport: Minor League Baseball
When: Through September 2026 on select dates
Where: Dell Diamond, Round Rock

Baseball season isn't quite over yet. Head north of Austin to Dell Diamond to catch the Round Rock Express during the final stretch of the Triple-A season. Between the on-field action, family-friendly promotions, themed nights, and select fireworks shows, an Express game is an easy fall outing for fans of all ages.

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Austin FC

Sport: Major League Soccer
When: Through November 2026 on select dates
Where: Q2 Stadium

Few Austin sporting experiences match the atmosphere of an Austin FC match at Q2 Stadium. The Verde faithful bring plenty of noise, chants, and energy every time the club takes the field.

Whether you're a longtime soccer supporter or simply looking for an exciting night out in Austin, experiencing a match surrounded by thousands of passionate fans is worth adding to your fall plans.

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University of Texas Longhorn Football

Sport: College Football
When: Through November 2026 on select dates
Where: Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium

In Austin, fall and Longhorn football practically go hand in hand. Game days bring burnt orange across the city as fans gather to cheer on Texas, see Bevo, sing along with the crowd, and watch the Longhorns compete against some of college football's biggest programs.

Even beyond the stadium, UT home games transform the surrounding area into a full-day celebration of college football.

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Texas Roller Derby (TXRD)

Sport: Banked-Track Roller Derby
When: Through November 2026 on select dates
Where: TXRD Thunderdome in Buda and Travis County Expo Center

Looking for something a little different? Texas Roller Derby brings fast-paced banked-track competition to Central Texas throughout the fall.

Expect hard hits, quick turns, competitive matchups, and plenty of personality. The season builds toward playoff action in October before concluding with the Calvello Cup Championship in November.

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PBR Gambler Days

Sport: Professional Bull Riding
When: August 21–23, 2026
Where: Moody Center

Austin's professional bull riding team, the Austin Gamblers, returned to Moody Center for Gambler Days in August. The event brought elite riders and powerful bulls together for an adrenaline-filled weekend of PBR competition.

With rides lasting only seconds, professional bull riding delivers plenty of intensity in a very short amount of time.

FIA World Endurance Championship – Lone Star Le Mans

Sport: Motorsports
When: September 4–6, 2026
Where: Circuit of The Americas

Endurance racing returned to Circuit of The Americas in September with some of the world's most sophisticated racing machines and accomplished drivers.

Unlike shorter races built around outright speed, endurance racing tests performance, strategy, consistency, and reliability over several demanding hours. For motorsports fans, the event offers a different experience from the Formula 1 spectacle that arrives later in the fall.

MotoAmerica Superbikes Championship

Sport: Motorcycle Racing
When: September 11–13, 2026
Where: Circuit of The Americas

Motorcycle racing takes over COTA as MotoAmerica brings superbike competition to the Austin area.

Fans can watch professional riders tackle the challenging 3.41-mile circuit at high speeds while enjoying a weekend filled with racing and additional fan experiences. It's a great option for anyone who prefers two wheels to four.

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Texas Stars Hockey

Sport: AHL Ice Hockey
When: October 2026–April 2027
Where: H-E-B Center at Cedar Park

Fall also marks the return of hockey to Central Texas. The Texas Stars, the American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL's Dallas Stars, begin another season at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park.

Games offer fast professional hockey in a smaller arena environment, along with promotional nights, special events, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the season.

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San Antonio Spurs Season Opener in Austin

Sport: NBA Basketball
When: October 23, 2026
Where: Moody Center

Austin basketball fans will have an opportunity to see NBA action when the San Antonio Spurs take on the Houston Rockets at Moody Center.

The matchup lands during an especially busy sports weekend in Austin, coinciding with Formula 1 festivities at Circuit of The Americas. For basketball fans who don't want to make the trip to San Antonio or Houston, it's a chance to see two Texas NBA teams compete right here in Austin.

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Formula 1 United States Grand Prix

Sport: Formula 1
When: October 23–25, 2026
Where: Circuit of The Americas

One of Austin's biggest annual sporting events returns in October when Formula 1 takes over Circuit of The Americas for the United States Grand Prix.

The three-day weekend combines world-class racing with a festival-like atmosphere that attracts visitors from around the country and across the globe. Fans can experience practice and qualifying sessions before Sunday's Grand Prix, along with entertainment and concerts throughout the weekend.

For 2026, Maroon 5 and Post Malone are among the major artists scheduled to perform during the event.

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National Amateur Disc Golf Tour National Championships

Sport: Disc Golf
When: October 28–31, 2026
Where: Courses throughout the Austin area

Austin will welcome amateur disc golfers from across the country for the NADGT National Championships in late October.

Competition is expected to take place across multiple courses throughout the area, giving spectators and disc golf enthusiasts an opportunity to see some of the nation's strongest amateur players compete for a national title.

U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game

Sport: Collegiate Ice Hockey
When: October 31, 2026
Where: H-E-B Center at Cedar Park

College hockey comes to Central Texas this Halloween with the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game at the H-E-B Center.

The special showcase gives local sports fans a chance to experience high-level NCAA hockey without leaving the Austin area, adding another unique sporting event to the region's busy fall calendar.

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PGA TOUR: Austin Championship

Sport: Professional Golf
When: November 9–15, 2026
Where: Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa – Fazio Canyons Golf Course

Professional golf returns to Austin in November with the PGA TOUR's Austin Championship.

The tournament is part of the FedExCup Fall schedule and will bring 120 professional golfers to the Fazio Canyons course at Omni Barton Creek. With valuable FedExCup points on the line, the tournament gives Central Texas golf fans another opportunity to watch PGA TOUR competition close to home.

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Make the Most of Fall Sports in Austin

From football Saturdays and Austin FC matchdays to professional hockey, basketball, golf, and international motorsports, fall 2026 offers plenty for sports fans across Austin and Central Texas.

Several of these events also attract large crowds and out-of-town visitors, so it's a good idea to plan ahead for tickets, parking, transportation, and accommodations—especially during major weekends such as the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.

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