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Deadweird - It’s how Deadwood does Halloween

October 25, 2024 - October 26, 2024

Come celebrate Halloween in Deadwood. Deadweird is a little crazy, a little spooky and a WHOLE lot of fun! Make plans for the 12th annual Monster Ball on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 with a live band and dancing; and the annual Costume Contest with more than $10,000 in cash and prizes for the best costumes on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Both of these events are FREE, so come in costume or just come to watch – it is quite the sight!

DEADWOOD “DEADWEIRD” HALLOWEEN EVENTS FOR +21

Friday, OCTOBER 25 • 6-10pm • Monster Ball at Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center
Live music by Flannel, People’s Choice Costume Contest, Dancing & FUN! People’s Choice winners will be announced at 9:00pm. Must be present to win. Additional door prizes awarded throughout the evening. MUST BE 21 TO PARTICIPATE.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 • 6-10pm • COSTUME CONTEST & PARTY • Outlaw Square + Historic Franklin Hotel
Register for the contest at Outlaw Square. Judging in the Franklin Hotel from 6-9pm. All participants must register prior to judging. Winners are announced at 9:30pm on the stage in the Historic Franklin Hotel. Music & Dancing from 6pm-10pm at the Historic Franklin. $10,000 In Cash & Prizes! MUST BE 21 TO PARTICIPATE.

Deadweird is sponsored by Quality Brands of the Black Hills, Midco and KEVN Black Hills Fox.

DEADWOOD HALLOWEEN EVENTS FOR UNDER 21

Haunted Tours of the Broken Boot Gold Mine – For ages 12 and older
Take a spooky tour by candlelight, 300 feet under the surface in a 143 year-old, historic mine. These haunted house-style Halloween tours of the Broken Boot Gold Mine are only available on select days in October (TBD). Ages 12 and up; $10 per person; Walk up tickets only.

Trunk or Treat – October 26 – All Ages Welcome

Enjoy family-friendly trick or treating in Deadwood on Saturday, October 26 outdoors at the Days of ’76 Event Complex – Trunk or Treat – All are welcome!
Treats from trunks of vehicles will be served from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Deadwood Chamber is looking for individuals and businesses that would like to give out candy at the Days of ’76 Event Complex for Trunk or Treat. Those interested should plan to be at the Event Complex to be parked by 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 26. Call the Chamber at (605) 578-1876 to sign up. Any business that is unable to participate but would still like to donate candy to be given away is encouraged to contact the Chamber for pickup/deliver arrangements.

KidWeird Halloween event – October 31 – For ages 12 and under

NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources will hold the 23nd annual KidWeird Halloween event in the Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center again this year, October 31st from 5 – 8PM. There will be costume contests & prizes (<12 years of age), also a haunted house, candy giveaways and games. Of course, as always, the event is free to all.Invite your friends. The more the merrier and scarier. For more information, or if you would like to be a sponsor or volunteer, call 605-5781401.