Deadweird

Deadweird - It’s how Deadwood does Halloween

October 29, 2027 - October 30, 2027

Come celebrate Halloween in Deadwood. Deadweird is a little crazy, a little spooky, and a WHOLE lot of fun! Make plans for the 15th annual Monster Ball on Friday, Oct. 29, 2027 with a live band and dancing; and the annual Costume Contest with more than $5,000 in cash prizes for the best costumes on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2027. Come in costume or just come to watch – it is quite the sight!

DEADWOOD “DEADWEIRD” HALLOWEEN EVENTS FOR +21

Friday, OCTOBER 29 • 7-10 pm • MONSTER BALL • Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center
 Live music, People’s Choice Costume Contest, Dancing & FUN! People’s Choice winners will be announced at 9:00 pm. Must be present to win. Additional door prizes are awarded throughout the evening. MUST BE 21+ TO PARTICIPATE. $10 cover charge at the door or online.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30 • 6-10pm • COSTUME CONTEST & PARTY • Historic Franklin Hotel
Register for the contest at the Historic Franklin Hotel. Judging in the Franklin Hotel from 6-9 pm. All participants must register prior to judging and pay $5 entry fee per person, CASH ONLY. Winners are announced at 9:30 pm on the stage in the Historic Franklin Hotel. Music & Dancing from 6 pm-10 pm at the Historic Franklin. $5,000 in Cash & Prizes! MUST BE 21+ TO PARTICIPATE.

Deadweird is sponsored by Quality Brands of the Black Hills, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, KOTA Territory, Silverado Franklin, Deadwood Mountain Grand, Coeur Wharf, Sturgis Buffalo Chip

DEADWOOD HALLOWEEN EVENTS FOR UNDER 21

Trunk or Treat – October 31 – All Ages Welcome

Enjoy family-friendly trick or treating in Deadwood on Sunday, October 31 outdoors at the Days of ’76 Event Complex – Trunk or Treat – All are welcome!
Treats from trunks of vehicles will be served from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m on Halloween Day.

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 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 31. 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

The Deadwood Chamber of Commerce and NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources will hold the 27th annual KidWeird Halloween event on Sunday, October 31st from 5 – 8 PM at the Deadwood Gulch Convention Center. Enjoy Trick or Treating, Music, Games, and Costume Contest. 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 605-578-1876

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2026 Deadweird Costume Contest Winners:

Please let us know if we need to correct your name by calling 605-578-1876.

Best Overall – 1^st Place
“Ice Queen Snow Globe” – Michelle Kurie | Mercer, ND

Best Overall – 2^nd Place
“Body Bag” – Rhonda Haley | Newcastle, WY

Best Overall – 3^rd Place
“Arachne, Queen of Halloween” – Sarah Kryger | Central City, SD

Best Group – 1^st Place
“Party of 1776” – Logan Merrick, Kynsie Valdez, Val Amer, Kade Amer, Shelby Cordey | Cheyenne, WY

Best Group – 2^nd Place
“Stick-O’s” – April McNaboe, Cindy Buren, Jonna Kandolin, Brandon Kandolin, Kale, Elroy Buren | Rapid City, SD

Best Group – 3^rd Place
“Willow Tree Figurines” – Jennifer Danico, Keena Mannhalter, Gloria Willams, Deb Valette | Rapid City, SD

Best Theme
“The Devil Herself” – Elizabeth Chesshir

Best Couple
“Elden Ring: Ranni the Witch & Tarnished” – Bayle Thomas & Gaven Lamb

Best Handmade
“Artemis” – Miz O’Brien | Sturgis, SD