RAPID CITY, S.D. — Halloween weekend is bringing costumes, concerts and spooky entertainment to Rapid City. The Creepy Crawl returns downtown Friday, offering prizes and a chance to win travel vouchers. Meanwhile, families can enjoy trick-or-treating, and local venues are hosting concerts, theater and costume parties.

Here's what's happening October 30 through November 1.

Friday, October 30

The weekend begins at 4 p.m. with the Haunted Backstage Tour at the Performing Arts Center of Rapid City. The experience explores the Historic Theater with witches, phantoms and surprises inspired by Shakespeare's Macbeth.

At 6 p.m., the Creepy Crawl 2026 takes over downtown Rapid City. Presented by Spirit Halloween and hosted by 93.9 The Mix, the Halloween celebration runs until 9 p.m.

Nine downtown bars are participating, including Murphy's, 445, Pour 54, Thirsty's, Woodland Republic, The Social House, Firehouse Brewing, Paddy O'Neill's and Press Start.

This year's event features $2,000 in Allegiant flight vouchers up for grabs. Additionally, participating bars will offer prizes and gift cards. The best costume will earn a $500 gift card.

Also at 6 p.m., King Iso brings the Ghetto Psycho Tour to 707 Nightlife. The concert features Taebo Tha Truth, Matt Phoenix, Venomstaydrippin and local supporting artists. A costume contest is also planned.

Meanwhile, Dakota Point Brewing hosts a free Halloween rock show at 6 p.m. Pandemic, Magic Smoke and Swedish Meatballs will perform. The event also features a costume contest and prizes.

At 7 p.m., The Four Horsemen opens at the Performing Arts Center. The apocalyptic comedy offers a darkly humorous theatrical experience.

Finally, at 9 p.m., Hotel Alex Johnson hosts its Hotel of Horrors Halloween Party. The celebration features DJ Hulio, Halloween cocktails and a costume contest.

Saturday, October 31

Halloween begins at noon with Downtown Trick-or-Treat at Main Street Square. Families can visit participating downtown businesses for candy and treats until 2 p.m. The event is free to attend.

At 7 p.m., The Four Horsemen returns to the Performing Arts Center for another performance.

Then, at 7:30 p.m., Dr. Ette's Theatre of Monsterous Delights takes over West River Comedy Club. The 21-and-older production combines horror, comedy and burlesque.

Also at 7:30 p.m., Seraphim Theatrical Entertainment presents Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The dark Stephen Sondheim musical follows a barber seeking revenge in nineteenth-century London.

At 8 p.m., Emo Night Halloween takes over 707 Nightlife. Fueled By Spite and The Outside Kids will perform live cover sets featuring emo favorites and deep cuts.

Meanwhile, Sally O'Malley's Halloween Party begins at 8 p.m. The celebration features music, karaoke and trivia. A costume contest follows at 10 p.m.

Sunday, November 1

Sunday begins at 2 p.m. with a matinee of The Four Horsemen at the Performing Arts Center.

Then, at 6 p.m., The Queers perform at 707 Nightlife. The long-running punk band is known for its fast, melodic sound and Ramones-inspired style.

Halloween Weekend Across Rapid City

From the Creepy Crawl and family-friendly trick-or-treating to live rock, hip-hop, theater and costume parties, Rapid City has plenty to offer this Halloween weekend.

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