Scare on the Square 2026
Bring the whole family to Scare on the Square, a fun, safe, and free Halloween celebration in West Plains Downtown!
Date: October 31, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: West Plains Downtown
Scare on the Square is designed to provide a festive and family-friendly environment where children can enjoy Halloween traditions while families connect with local businesses, organizations, and community resources. Each year, this beloved event continues to grow, welcoming more and more families to the heart of our downtown. Last year, nearly 1,700 community members of all ages joined the fun!
Event Activities
Trick-or-Treat Booths
Local businesses and organizations will set up decorated booths throughout downtown and hand out candy and treats. Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSde9b8Lhnj.../viewform...
Costume Contest
Show off your Halloween spirit! Open to all ages, with prizes awarded for creativity and costume fun.
Photo Booth
Capture the memories with themed Halloween photo opportunities.
Kids' Activities
Fun, hands-on activities provided by local student volunteers.
Free Hot Dogs
The first 100 attendees will receive a free hot dog.
Booth Decoration Contest
Participating businesses and organizations will compete for bragging rights and prizes for the best-decorated booth.
Additional Information
Downtown streets will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event to ensure a safe environment for families and pedestrians.
Volunteers will be on-site assisting with setup, crowd management, and cleanup.
Scare on the Square is more than just a Halloween event. It's an opportunity to celebrate community, connect families with local organizations and resources, and create lasting memories in the heart of West Plains Downtown.
A special thank you to our event sponsors, Missouri State University-West Plains and Ramona Heiney, State Farm Agent, for helping make this event possible. We also extend our gratitude to Walmart Spark Good for their generous grant support.
We can't wait to see your costumes and celebrate Halloween together in West Plains Downtown!