Name: Spooky Spectacular
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-10-24

North Dakota might surprise you—and that’s the point. For many, Bismarck-Mandan is a first-time destination, and it delivers far more than just another box to check. Here, you’ll find one-of-a-kind attractions and off-site venues that take events and meetings beyond the fields, courses and four walls and into unforgettable experiences.

Plenty of cities have facilities. What sets us apart? The extra. From history, culture and arts to outdoor adventure, dining and shopping, Bismarck-Mandan has it all—right on the Missouri River and surrounded by rolling hills.

As North Dakota’s capital, we combine professional infrastructure with authentic hospitality and a central location that’s easy to reach by road or air. Add in access to key industry sites, walkable downtowns and built-in pre- and post-conference adventures and you’ve got a destination that works hard—and plays even harder.

Bismarck-Mandan Convention & Visitors Bureau

Join us in the Midco Gymnasium for Halloween themed games, open play, Costume contest (Be sure to wear your costume), and more! This event costs only $10 per child ages 1 to 13 years; you can pre-register in the Customer Portal and there is an ATM available near our entrance. See you then!

Event Schedule:

3:00 p.m. Event Begins! (Admissions open at 2:45pm)

4:30 p.m. Costume Contest Judging and Awards

4:45 p.m. Game Winners Awarded

5:00 p.m. Event Ends

PLEASE NOTE:

- Spooky is geared towards children 12 and under, but the whole family is welcome to attend. \*\*\*Adults ages 23+ are NOT allowed to use any equipment due to our insurance policy.\*\*\*
- Children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult who can be with them for bathroom breaks.
- No oil- or gel- based face paints or loose glitter as these can damage the gymnastics equipment; children arriving with face paint will be asked to wash their face or will not be allowed in the foam pits or on the floor exercise carpet.
- DSG will not be liable for damage to costumes.

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Holiday Inn Bismarck, an IHG Hotel

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