Halloween and Other NWOK Haunts

Although October is nearly over, there are plenty of haunts still open in Northwest Oklahoma this weekend.

Haunted halls in Fairview

Fairview Masonic Lodge will host Not So Nightmare on Elm Street Thursday (Oct. 30) from 5-7 p.m. with trick-or-treating through the halls of Fairview High School. Classrooms will have candy, games, a haunted maze, face painting, hotdogs, and a costume competition. Admission is $5 and benefits FHS Student Council.

Hallo-weekend in Guymon

Death by Disco will kick off Halloween weekend in Guymon at Bob’s Cowboy Bar, Saloon and Dancehall. Three nights of music and madness ensue beginning with Death by Disco on Thursday (Oct. 30) full of 70s vibes and no cover charge. The Nightmare at Bob’s continues with the ultimate Halloween bash on Halloween night (Oct. 31) which has a $10 cover charge, costume contest at midnight, and more. Keep the spooky spirit alive with Boos and Booze’s killer cocktails and tunes on Saturday night (Nov. 1).

For a free family-friendly alternative, Guymon Chamber of Commerce offers HalloweenPalooza on Halloween (Oct. 31) from 4-7 p.m. on the east side of Sunset Lake in Guymon. Families can also do a Halloween drive through at the Guymon Fire Department between 6-9 p.m.

Alva’s Ranger rodeo

Ranger Rodeo at the Woods County Fairgrounds south of Alva is set for Thursday (Oct. 30) through Saturday (Nov. 1). Each night the Northwestern Oklahoma State University rodeo team will compete at 7 p.m. Tickets at the gate are $10 for adults, $5 for kids. NWOSU students get in free with student ID tonight. On Halloween, there will be a calf scramble for the kiddos and a team foot race. Saturday’s events include a short-go and NFR matches between champions.

Christmas on Halloween in Deer Creek

Christmas is coming early at Deer Creek Mercantile. On Halloween (Oct. 31) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 1-4 p.m., the historic general store in downtown Deer Creek will host its annual holiday launch party. Learn more at Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581620036636.

Trick-or-treating all day in Okeene

The town of Okeene will host trick-or-treating at local businesses throughout Okeene on Halloween (Oct. 31) all day. Look for the pumpkin in the window. Northwest Revival Center will also host a trunk-or-treat along with games and food from 6-8 p.m.

Trunk-or-treat in Waukomis

Sponsored by Waukomis Parents for a Safe After Prom, trunk-or-treat will be held in downtown Waukomis from 5:30-8 p.m. on Halloween (Oct. 31). Prizes will be awarded to the top three best decorated trunks. Chili by the bowl is $5 or get the bowl plus a drink for $7.

Garber’s trunk-or-treat

Garber Community Improvement Association presents Trunk-or-Treat on Halloween night (Oct. 31) in downtown Garber. Trunks will park by 5:45 p.m. with treating beginning at 6. A costume contest will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Arnett’s Halloween fest

Arnett Methodist Church, 221 S. Washington, Arnett, will host its annual Halloween Festival on Halloween (Oct. 31) from 5:30-7 p.m. They will be serving hotdogs and chips to the kiddos reaching for tricks or treats and playing games.

Fall into Cleo Springs

Friends of Cleo will host Trunk-or-Treat on Halloween (Oct. 31) from 4-6 p.m. on the town square in Cleo Springs, followed by Aline-Cleo Ministerial Alliance’s Fall Festival from 6-8 p.m. at the Aline-Cleo Elementary gym in Cleo Springs. Evening includes food, games, and more candy.

Hide and seek in Billings

Billings Fire Department presents the second annual Hide and Seek from Firefighters on Halloween (Oct. 31). The first 100 people to pay $5 and obtain wristbands at the Billings Community Building at 8 p.m. can participate; they will get a 15-minute head start when released at 9 p.m. Reminder must remain within limits posted, not enter private yards, and stay outside on foot only meaning no cars or buildings.

Woodward’s Giant Pumpkin Drop

Woodward Main Street and Visit Woodward rescheduled the Giant Pumpkin Drop for this Saturday (Nov. 1) at Crystal Beach Rodeo Arena from 4-6 p.m. Evening includes 3-D pumpkin carving, a costume contest, a pumpkin pie eating contest, the pumpkin drop show, and more. Admission is free and gates open at 2 p.m.

Chili feed in Waynoka

Waynoka Volunteer Fire Department will host their annual Chili Feed on Saturday (Nov. 1) from 5-8 p.m. at the fire station. This fundraiser will include chili, bingo, and treats.

Lucien’s trunk-or-treat

Lucien Faith Church will host Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday (Nov. 1) from 5-6:30 p.m. at the church at 317 SW 3rd in Lucien. Earlier at 4:30 p.m. will be a hayride at Knott Ranch.

Halloween bingo in Helena

Helena’s Chamber of Commerce will host Halloween Bingo Night on Saturday (Nov. 1) starting at 6 p.m. in the Helena Community Building downtown. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Those wearing a costume will receive three bingo cards for free. A Fuego Pizza food truck will be on site too.