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Haunted Paddle Dance Party & Costume Throwdown Calling all the weird, wild, and wonderfully wacky, our most haunting bash of the year is back! Step out of the ordinary and into a night where your playful, spooky, or downright strange side takes center stage. Last year was a scream, so we’re conjuring up the magic once again in our Taproom! Enjoy more space for your ghoulish gang, more chillingly delicious drink specials, and the same hauntingly good vibes you love. The larger-than-afterlife music & DJ lineup: DJ Damascus + The Solicitors Party Details: Date: October 25th, 2025 Location: Bent Paddle Taproom Time: 7 PM – 12 AM Age: 21+ Entry: $10 at the Door Food Partner: Bowlz N Thangz – Bringing ALL the amazing thingz! Costume Contest Throwdown | $1,000+ in Prizes: 1st / 2nd / 3rd Place Costume Categories Individual $200 / $100 / $50 Couples $200 / $100…
Halloween is almost here, and that means it’s time for Malloween — a spooktacular evening of safe trick-or-treating and family fun! Join us on Saturday, October 25 from 3–5 PM in the Barnes & Noble Court and at participating storefronts for candy, coupons, and kid-friendly goodies. Costumes are encouraged for kids and families alike, and there’s even more fun in store with the Annual Costume Contests! Prizes will be awarded for: Cutest Kid Costume Most Creative Costume Best Group Costume Bring your little ghouls and goblins, snap some photos, and enjoy an afternoon filled with sweet treats, festive fun, and community spirit at Malloween!
Trick-or-Trot at North Country Ride Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: North Country Ride (180 Hatinen Road, Esko, MN 55733) Saddle up for a spook-tacular afternoon of fall fun at Trick-or-Trot, hosted by the Duluth Children’s Museum and North Country Ride! Families are invited to enjoy festive activities, sweet treats, and plenty of Halloween magic in a horse-themed setting. Activities Include: Horses in Costumes Obstacle Course with Hobby Horses Scavenger Hunt with prizes Halloween Carnival Games Costume Parade Face painting Treat giveaways at every station! Snacks & Sips: Fresh cookies Warm apple cider & hot cocoa Admission: $10 per person (General Admission) $7 per person (DCM members & North Country Ride participants) Pre-sale registration available through the Duluth Children’s Museum. Proceeds benefit both North Country Ride and the Duluth Children’s Museum, helping us bring accessible, hands-on experiences to our communities. Freewill donation bins will…
Celebrate fall with us at our annual Pumpkin Festival! We’re turning the patio into a festive autumn hangout with fun for all ages, including: Pumpkin Painting — pumpkins will be available for purchase! Face painting for kids Dog costume parade Costume contest with prizes Photo booth and festive backdrops Live Music! We’ll also have seasonal food and drink specials, cozy vibes, and plenty of reasons to stick around. Stay tuned for more details — and mark your calendars now! #CanalParkPumpkinFest
A spooky end to our local racing calendar, the Superior Nightmare 5K brings with it plenty of scary surprises and haunted hijinks. Dress your best for this annual combination of Halloween and running, and be sure to enter our costume contest to decide the day’s best-dressed! All Superior Nightmare 5K adult participants will receive a commemorative full-zip jacket and all youth participants will receive a commemorative hooded sweatshirt, included with the entry fee. The Spider Dash Kids’ Races are FREE and open to all participants ages 14 & under. The kids’ races will start at 11:45 a.m., shortly after the conclusion of the main race. Pricing Structure (Adults) September 1-September 15 — $34.84 September 16-October 14 — $40.19 October 15-Race Day — $45.54 Pricing Structure (Youth – Ages 18 & Under) September 1-Race Day — $13.44
Know a kid who’s been sleeping in their costume and asking if they can wear it to the grocery store? This is for you. Family Jam is a family-friendly Halloween(ish) event that takes place before the taproom opens. Dan the Monkeyman will perform an interactive set for kids. There’ll be kid-friendly N/A beverages, ice cream, and snacks available for purchase. (Maybe even some candy too!) We’ll have cider and Birdie, too, for you. It’s free to attend. No registration is required. All ages are welcome. (Suggested age range 0-5 years old.) Costumes encouraged!
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