In October, Jefferson features 4 scheduled events, holiday observances, and seasonal guides: History, Haunts & Legends Paranormal Conference, Texas Bigfoot Conference, East Texas Burn Run Benefit, and Halloween in Jefferson, Texas. Use this guide to explore what is happening in town and plan your historic stay.
Annual Schedule
Jefferson's paranormal heritage celebrated over a full conference weekend — speakers, investigations, and tours through the most haunted locations in one of Texas's most spirited towns.
The original annual Bigfoot Conference in Texas, established in 2001. Jefferson proudly bills itself the 'Bigfoot Capital of Texas.' Two days of speakers, field researchers, and evidence displays at the Jefferson Tourism & Visitor Center. Friday evening dinner followed by Saturday presentations.
An annual downtown Jefferson motorcycle rally, also known as the Burn Benefit, supporting Camp I'm Still Me for burn survivors. It is a motorcycle event—not a car show—with rider registration, music, and benefit activities announced by the organizer.
Traditions & Seasons
Lean into Jefferson’s ghost stories, old hotels, and October atmosphere—then sleep in the middle of it all.
Reserve su habitación con anticipación para fines de semana destacados o disfrute de estancias tranquilas entre semana en la histórica Jefferson.
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Helpful Information
Annual events in Jefferson in October include: History, Haunts & Legends Paranormal Conference (October); Texas Bigfoot Conference (October 16 – 17, 2026); East Texas Burn Run Benefit (October 9 – 10, 2026).
Holidays and seasonal guides for October include: Halloween in Jefferson, Texas.
Jefferson features historic bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels, and private cottages within walking distance of downtown. For popular event weekends, accommodations should be reserved well in advance. Browse all lodging options in the Where to Stay directory (/where-to-stay) or compare properties in the Jefferson B&B Guide (/bb-guide).