Halloween plans don’t have to end with one night of trick-or-treating. Across Mississippi County, communities are making a week of it, with downtown celebrations and chances to see local performers take the stage. Whether you’re planning an outing with the kids or looking for a reason to pull together a costume of your own, here’s what’s happening Oct. 27-31.
Trick or Treat on the Courthouse Square | Osceola
Tuesday, Oct. 27 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Downtown Courthouse Square | Free admission
Start the Halloween festivities a few days early with Main Street Osceola. Children ages 14 and younger can trick-or-treat around the square, with games and entertainment adding to the evening’s fun. Food trucks will be on site, so families can make a night of it downtown.
The celebration also includes photo-based pumpkin decorating and costume contests, with categories for children, adults and pets. Submit photos to Main Street Osceola by Nov. 1; winners will be announced Nov. 3.
Rotary Monster Mash | Wilson
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | The Lawrence Family Campus of ANC | $20; free for children younger than 12
Give that costume an early outing at Rotary Monster Mash, hosted by the After Hours Rotary Club-Blytheville and Rotary Club of Blytheville. The gathering is open to the public, so you don’t have to be a Rotary member to join. Bring a friend or use the evening to get to know a few more neighbors in a relaxed setting at the Wilson campus.
Find ticket information through the Rotary Club of Blytheville.
Trick or Treat on Main | Blytheville
Friday, Oct. 30 | 4-6 p.m. | Downtown Blytheville
Downtown Blytheville is welcoming costumed visitors back for Trick or Treat on Main. Local businesses and community groups will hand out candy as families enjoy one of Main Street Blytheville’s favorite Halloween traditions. With the event set for Friday afternoon, little ones can get a head start on filling their candy buckets before Halloween arrives.
Visit Main Street Blytheville for event updates.
ZOMBIES Performance | Manila
Friday, Oct. 30 | 6 p.m. | Manila High School Auditorium | $5 general admission
Trade a little fright for a night at the theater as Studio 42 & Co.’s young performers share what they’ve learned during six weeks of camp. The approximately 30-minute showcase features three dance numbers and vocal performances with music from Disney’s “ZOMBIES.” It’s a chance to cheer on local talent and spend part of Halloween Eve supporting the students’ hard work.
Trick or Treat the Campus | Wilson
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 4-6 p.m. | The Lawrence Family Campus of ANC, 5101 U.S. 61 | Free admission
Families can begin Halloween evening at Arkansas Northeastern College’s Lawrence Family Campus in Wilson. The campus will welcome the public for two hours of trick-or-treating, with businesses and organizations invited to set up in the quad and hand out candy.
Organizations interested in participating can email atucker@smail.anc.edu. Check the campus Facebook page for updates.
Halloween Haunts on Main | Leachville
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 7-9 p.m. | Downtown Leachville | Free admission
Historic downtown Leachville is dressing up for the Leachville Beautification Commission’s third annual Halloween Haunts on Main. Visitors can trick-or-treat along Main Street and enjoy food trucks, bounce houses and a hayride amid decorated lampposts and festive displays.
New this year, a live stage will feature pumpkin carving and costume contests. Come ready to show off your Halloween creativity or enjoy watching your neighbors take their turn. Main Street will remain open to traffic during the event, so families should plan to stay on the sidewalks and use care when crossing.
See the event page for more information.
“Practical Magic” at Melody Theater | Leachville
Saturday, Oct. 31 | Movie scheduled for around 7:30 p.m. | Melody Theater | Free admission
Add a little movie magic to Halloween with a free screening of “Practical Magic” at Melody Theater, sponsored by Eagle Laser and Trophy. The theater is also inviting children to stop by between 5 and 7 p.m. for a free small popcorn. Check the theater’s latest updates before heading out to confirm the evening’s schedule.
Find updates on Melody Theater’s Facebook page.
Halloween Party at American Legion Post 24 | Blytheville
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 8 p.m. | 232 N. Second St. | Ages 21 and older
For adults looking to keep the Halloween celebration going, American Legion Dud Cason Post 24 is hosting a costume party with karaoke led by Roger and Tammy Swanson. A costume contest offers $300 in cash and prizes for first place and $100 in cash and prizes for second place, with judging ending at midnight. Everyone 21 and older is welcome.
Check the post’s Facebook page for details.
Make a Week of Halloween
With events spread throughout the week, there’s time to visit a neighboring town or give a favorite costume another outing. Before you leave, check with each organizer for the latest details and any weather-related changes, then enjoy Halloween with your Mississippi County neighbors.