Dress in your most creative costume and dance the night away by the Free Stage — then stick around for the crowning of this year's King and Queen of Darkness.
Solo dancing is fine. Showing up as a matching pair of monsters is unforgettable. Grab your partner in crime, coordinate your creepiest look, and let the Free Stage decide who's the scariest duo on the floor Saturday night.
Great couples costumes practically crown themselves — a classic monster pair, a shared theme, or anything spooky enough to turn heads together. A coordinated entrance never goes unnoticed, so if you've got your eye on King or Queen of Darkness, bring backup. Flying solo or rolling deep with a group instead? The dance floor doesn't discriminate — just bring your best moves and your best look.
When the sun goes down, the Free Stage turns into a costume dance party. Bring your best Halloween look, dance the night away, and be part of the crowd when this year's King and Queen of Darkness are announced.
The Monster Ball is free to participate in — general admission to BBQ & Boo is all you need to be there. Come in costume, dance to music by the Free Stage, and enjoy the Halloween atmosphere as the night winds down.
Date: Saturday, October 24.
Start Time: 7 PM.
Location: The Free Stage.
Cost: Free to participate — general admission to BBQ & Boo is required to enter the fairgrounds.
Costumes: Encouraged, not required.
Sometime during the Monster Ball, BBQ & Boo will crown this year's King and Queen of Darkness — the top honor for the best costumes on the dance floor. Come in your most creative look for a chance to be crowned.
How the King and Queen of Darkness are chosen, along with any prizes, will be announced closer to the event. Check back here or follow BBQ & Boo for updates.
