"Henderson Creates" art exhibit features local employee art at City Hall until Dec. 18, with opening celebrations already held and open visitation during business hours.

Tacoma plans a month-long arts festival in October, featuring a variety of events, including music, dance, visual arts, workshops, and a chance to visit local artists' studios. The opening Kaleidoscope Party starts on October 4.

The State Art Museum is hosting "Broken Cassette, Vol. 1," a mini-concert and video installation, featuring experimental music by various artists, at the Capitol Modern's Pō Amphitheatre.

Estes Park, Colorado's Stanley Hotel, inspiration for "The Shining," is becoming the Stanley Exhibit Center and Blumhouse Space, a $60M cultural hub for horror and film, with backing from Governor Polis and investment by the state.

Las Cruces has designated October as Public Art Month, with various events including a scavenger hunt and artist talks to celebrate and engage with the city's art and culture.

Detroit has launched James Baldwin Sidewalk Libraries, featuring local artists' designs, to celebrate Baldwin's work and promote literature engagement in the community.

Six Flags Over Texas announces the record-breaking Tormenta Rampaging Run giga dive coaster, set to open in 2026, promising to be the tallest, fastest, and longest of its kind.

"El DORADO - The Golden One," a contemporary ballet, premieres in North America on October 5, 2025, blending Indian dance with Broadway elements, directed by Anita Kulkarni and choreographed by Guru Akhila Rao.

Fort Collins will host the 2025 Urban Design Awards on October 6 to honor notable city designs, with categories such as architecture and sustainable design.

Hawaiʻi State Art Museum hosts "Kaiāulu: Rising Together" in October, featuring local artists' work on climate change impacts, aligned with traditional Hawaiian land stewardship values.

The Lewisville Western Days festival is set for Sept. 26-27 with headliners Gretchen Wilson and Shane Smith, plus Joey Chestnut at the World Tamale Eating Championship.

Raleigh's Five Points Center for Active Adults offers "Still Life" art workshops in October, focusing on infusing energy into still life compositions.

Historic Mesquite Inc. is hosting the Mesquite Meander, a living-history tour at Mesquite Cemetery, featuring local actors and tours. Tickets are $15 and tend to sell out quickly.