EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, Mo. (October 2025) — From family-friendly trunk-or-treats to spooky hotel pop-ups and costume contests, the Excelsior Springs area has plenty of fall fun for all ages. Here’s your guide to this year’s Halloween happenings and fall festivals.
Downtown Excelsior Springs Trick or Treating
Friday, October 31 • 4–6 p.m.
Kids can dress up and stroll downtown to collect candy from local merchants before heading to the Hall of Waters Circle Drive for a costume contest and a parade behind the fire truck to the American Legion. There, families will enjoy a free hot dog meal courtesy of the Legion and Auxiliary.
This local favorite, known as the Bill Payne Party, celebrates its 99th year of tradition.
1st Annual Donnici’s Halloween Car Show & Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 19 • 9 a.m.
Donnici’s Italian Market & Deli
Enjoy classic cars, creative costumes, and Halloween spirit at Donnici’s first-ever car show and trunk-or-treat.
Trophies will be awarded for best car, best decorations, and best costumes. Free to attend, though car registration is required.
Talented Tots “Haunted Hallways”
Wednesday, October 30 • 6:30–8 p.m.
1452 Kearney Rd., Excelsior Springs
Families are invited to explore not-too-scary Halloween hallways, enjoy candy, games, and activities, and take a free tour of the Talented Tots Learning Center. Admission is free and open to the public.
Elks Lodge Annual Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 26 • 2–4 p.m.
421 S. Titus, Excelsior Springs
Join the Elks Lodge for a family-friendly event featuring treats, games, Junior’s Hayride, and a free meal of hot dogs, chips, and a drink. Costumes encouraged!
Eagles #3917 Events
Eagles Kids Halloween Party
Saturday, October 18 • 2–6 p.m.
14305 Y Hwy, Excelsior Springs
Kids can enjoy games, crafts, a cake walk, and a costume contest. Food and drinks will be provided.
Halloween Dance with Full Moon Band
Saturday, October 25 • 8 p.m.–Midnight
Includes live music, costume contest with prizes, jello shots, and a 50/50 drawing.
Witch Way to the Wine
Saturday, October 25 • Noon–5 p.m.
Downtown Excelsior Springs
Tickets: $30 at VisitExcelsior.com
Sip, stroll, and shop through downtown as more than 20 stops offer wine tastings in boutiques, galleries, and eateries. Costumes encouraged for this bewitching afternoon of local flavor and fun.
Wild Bunch Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 26 • 4–6 p.m.
Community members are invited to decorate their trunks or bring the kids for candy and fun. Donations of candy or small toys are appreciated.
First United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 26 • 3–5 p.m.
Excelsior Springs
A safe and family-friendly afternoon of trunk-or-treating hosted by the church congregation.
Nightmare on Elms Street Pop-Up Bar
Thursdays–Sundays through Nov. 1 • 4–11 p.m.
The Elms Hotel & Spa
The historic Elms transforms into a spooky pop-up experience with eerie décor, themed cocktails, and haunting ambiance. Details at elmshotelandspa.com/events.htm.
Monster Ball 2025
Friday, October 24 • 7:30–11:30 p.m.
The Elms Hotel & Spa
Costume up for a night of dancing, music, appetizers, and prizes.
Tickets: $30 per person or $50 per couple in advance, $40/$60 at the door.
Proceeds benefit local arts scholarships through the Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild.
Tickets at esculturalguild.com.
Death of a Gangster: 1920s Mafia Murder Mystery Dinner
Friday, October 31 • The Elms Hotel & Spa
Step into the roaring twenties for a night of mystery, glamour, and intrigue. Dress in 1920s fashion, enjoy a full dinner, and help solve a thrilling whodunit. Tickets available via The Elms website.
Fall Festival at the Excelsior Springs Community Center
Saturday, November 1 • 5–8 p.m.
Excelsior Springs Community Center
Enjoy Touch-a-Truck, a Haunted House, hayrides, live music, vendors, firepits, and food trucks.
This free community event is sponsored by Quality Plumbing and local partners.
Nearby Area Events
Orrick Lions Club Annual Halloween Car Show
Saturday, October 25 • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Front Street, Orrick
All vehicles welcome. $20 registration includes trophies, dash plaques, DJ, vendors, and Hot Wheels races for kids.
Free for spectators. Call 816-812-0316 or 816-550-6416 for details.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 25 • 6:30 p.m.
Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Liberty
A safe and fun event featuring decorated trunks and candy giveaways for kids.
Richmond Fire Department Trick or Treat Drive-Through
Friday, October 31 • 5 p.m.
Richmond Fire Department
Families can drive through for candy and meet local firefighters.
Boo at the Zoo
Saturday, October 25 • 9:30 a.m.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Enjoy Halloween at the zoo with costumed characters, trick-or-treat stations, and fall fun for all ages.
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