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Halloween Spooktacular Weekend at Ozark Outdoors

September 17, 2026 Events

October 16 & 17 · October 23 & 24

Join us for two weekends of family-friendly festivities, eerie entertainment, and fall campsite fun on the Meramec River. Whether you’re staying for the weekend or visiting for the day, there’s ghoulish fun for goblins of all ages.

Bounce houses, games, and crafts Non-stop outdoor entertainment and creative activities for the kids throughout the weekend.
Costume and pumpkin contests Show off your best outfit or spooky design with pumpkin decorating and costume contests for all age groups, families, and even pets.
Trunk-or-treat and campsite trick-or-treating Bring your favorite sweets to share during our central trunk-or-treat and nighttime campsite trick-or-treating.
Haunted house and hayrides Take a thrill ride on our haunted hayride, or brave the spooky twists of our on-site haunted house.
Karaoke dance party and outdoor movie Enjoy nighttime entertainment under the stars, complete with movies, popcorn, and a live karaoke dance party.
Campsite decorating contest Show off your Halloween spirit by decorating your RV, cabin, or tent site for our Saturday night judging.
Tie-dye shirt station Create your own custom-colored souvenir shirt to take home ($15 per shirt).

Food and refreshments

Fuel up with great food and drinks at Paddlers Bar & Grill. There’s a special dinner service at Paddlers Grill on Friday night, and Paddlers Bar is open both Friday and Saturday nights.

Admission details

Overnight campers get free access to all weekend activities, including the haunted house, hayrides, bounce houses, and games.

Day visitors and non-campers pay $10 per person, ages 4 and up, for access to the Saturday haunted house, hayrides, bounce houses, and games.

Ready to make a weekend of it?