Rapid City is bursting with energy this weekend — from family-friendly trunk-or-treats and art celebrations to tattoo benefits, live music, and a massive downtown Halloween pub crawl. Whether you’re looking for something wholesome or wild, there’s a little magic waiting for everyone across the city.
Friday, October 24
Trunk or Treat for Kids – 4 PM at Convicted Designs Tattoo (406 5th Street)
Kick off your weekend with a dose of Halloween fun! Convicted Designs Tattoo is hosting a Trunk or Treat for Kids in the ABY’s parking lot downtown. Car setup begins at 4 PM, and trick-or-treating runs from 5 to 7 PM. It’s free to attend, so bring your family, your costumes, and your candy buckets for a spooky good time.
Dahl Arts Center Appreciation Day – 5 PM at The Dahl Arts Center
The Rapid City Arts Council is inviting the community to celebrate creativity with a free night of art, music, and local flavor. From 5 to 8 PM, enjoy live performances, games, and desserts as the Dahl opens its doors for an evening of appreciation. It’s a great way to unwind, connect, and celebrate local art.
The Blind Bard Live – 5 PM at Firehouse Wine Cellars
Ease into your Friday evening with a glass of wine and soulful live music from The Blind Bard (AJ Beaird). Performing from 5 to 7 PM, his mix of folk and Americana pairs perfectly with Firehouse’s cozy atmosphere and their $5 happy hour wine specials from 4 to 6 PM.
Freakshow Dance Party – 10 PM at Press Start After Dark
Things get wild late-night with the Freakshow Dance Party at Press Start. Expect flashing lights, clown costumes, and high-energy beats as downtown turns into a circus-themed dance floor. The party starts at 10 PM, ages 21 and up, and costumes are highly encouraged.
Saturday, October 25
Jalon Strong Benefit 5K Run – 8 AM at Storybook Island
Start your morning with purpose at the Jalon Strong Benefit 5K Run. This community event raises funds for a local family facing cancer, with the run beginning at 8 AM, followed by food, live music, and a silent auction. It’s a heartfelt reminder of how strong the Black Hills community can be when it comes together.
Nightmare on Main Street – 11 AM at The Rushmore Hotel
Turbo City Tattoo Crew hosts Nightmare on Main Street, a two-day tattoo and Halloween event featuring flash tattoos starting at $50, piercing specials, a costume contest, raffles, and prizes. Saturday’s proceeds benefit a local family battling cancer, blending spooky fun with a good cause.
Creepy Crawl 2025 – Check-In 5 PM at Murphy’s Pub & Grill
The downtown favorite returns! Creepy Crawl 2025, presented by Spirit Halloween, turns Rapid City into a live-action mystery. Check in at Murphy’s at 5 PM, then crawl between downtown bars — including Press Start, Paddy’s, Pour 54, Aby’s, and more — collecting clues and enjoying themed drinks.
There’s over $2,500 in prizes, including awards for Best Costume and Top Sleuths. The fun wraps up at Murphy’s at 9 PM, where the winners will be revealed. Registration is open now at rapidcitycreepycrawl.com.
From local fundraisers and family events to tattoo takeovers and downtown adventures, this weekend’s got a little something for everyone.
For more details, visit RapidCityPost.com — your home for local events, arts, and entertainment in the Black Hills.
We’ll see ya in the moonlight. 🌙