Deadwood, SD - Deadwood's annual Halloween party - Deadweird - is set for October 27 & 28, and there's $10,000 in cash and prizes for costume contest winners.
 
The spooky, supernatural, cute and creative swarm the streets and businesses of Historic Deadwood. Thousands of people will dress to impress throughout the weekend. The festivities kick off Friday, October 27, with the tenth annual Monster Ball at Deadwood Mountain Grand from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Monster Ball includes live music by Flannel, dancing and prizes. Participants for both nights must be 21+.
 
Saturday, October 28, the Historic Franklin Hotel will host the annual Deadweird Costume Contest. With $10,000 in cash and prizes, this event summons the most elaborate costumes in South Dakota and the region. Prizes will be awarded for singles/duos and best groups, along with most creative, best theme, creepiest, funniest, sexiest, best couple and more. Entrants register for the contest from 6:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. in Outlaw Square. Judging will take place in the SHistoric Franklin Hotel from 6:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. The contest starts at 6 p.m. and winners will be announced at 9:30 p.m. at the Historic Franklin Hotel.
 
Hundreds of people register for the costume contest, with thousands more packing the streets in costume to get in on the legendary celebrations. Venues throughout Deadwood will host their own costume contests and Halloween-themed promotions.

This event is an open container weekend, event cups will be allowed in designated areas from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27 and noon to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 28.

2023 Deadweird Event Schedule

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27:
6:00 - 10:00 p.m: MONSTER BALL at Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center. Live music by Flannel, People’s Choice Costume Contest, dancing and fun! People’s Choice winners will be announced at 9:00pm. Must be present to win. Additional door prizes awarded throughout the evening. MUST BE 21 TO PARTICIPATE.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28:
3:00 - 5:00 p.m: TRUNK OR TREAT! Enjoy family-friendly trick or treating outdoors at the Days of ’76 Event Complex – All are welcome! Treats will be served from trunks of vehicles.

6:00 - 10:00 p.m: COSTUME CONTEST & PARTY - Outlaw Square + Historic Franklin Hotel. Register for the costume contest at Outlaw Square. Judging in the Franklin Hotel from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. All participants must register prior to judging. Winners are announced at 9:30pm on the stage in the Historic Franklin Hotel. Music and dancing from 6pm-10pm at the Historic Franklin. $10,000 In Cash & Prizes! MUST BE 21 TO PARTICIPATE.