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    Get ready for a spook-tacular October with four weekends of Halloween fun at Jellystone Park™! Enjoy all the thrills of Halloween with our haunted house, included with your stay, or purchase a day pass on Saturdays to experience the frightful fun. The weekend festivities include campground-wide trick-or-treating, where families can visit decorated sites for sweet treats, and a site decorating contest where the best spooky setups win exciting prizes. Plus, join in on costume contests, spooky crafts, and games with Yogi Bear™, Boo Boo™, and Cindy Bear™. It's a Halloween celebration full of thrills, chills, and unforgettable memories!

    Event Schedule

    Oct 03, 2025

    06:00 PM - 07:00 PM | 5
    Tricks, Treats & Painted Pumpkins

    Meet us at the Recreation Center for a spooktacular pumpkin painting party! Purchase your pumpkin at the event and bring it to life with fun colors, silly faces, or spooky designs. Get creative, enjoy the fall vibes, and take home your very own painted masterpiece. Don’t miss out on this boo-tiful event!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    07:00 PM - 08:00 PM | 5
    Magic Pumpkin Patch

    Come to the Recreation Center to purchase your magic seed, say the special spell, and plant it in the Magic Pumpkin Patch! Return the next day to see your very own pumpkin that has grown overnight. A little magic and a little patience will bring your special pumpkin to life—don’t miss out on this enchanting fall tradition!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    08:00 PM - 09:30 PM | Free
    Ghouls, Popcorn & Flicks

    Join us at the Recreation Center for a family-friendly Halloween movie night! Enjoy fun (not frightful!) flicks, grab some popcorn, and get cozy for a night of magical, spooky-but-silly entertainment. Bring a blanket, wear your favorite Halloween PJs, and enjoy a ghoulishly good time with the whole family!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    08:45 PM - 09:15 PM | Free
    Glow Ride Karaoke

    Meet us in the Café Parking Lot for a night of music, lights, and fun! Decorate your bikes, scooters, or skates with glow sticks and LEDs, then ride through town while singing your favorite karaoke hits. Need glow gear? You can purchase glow sticks and accessories at the Recreation Center and Ranger Station before the ride. Get ready to shine and sing your heart out on this glowing adventure!

    Location: Cafe parking lot

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    Oct 04, 2025

    09:00 AM - 09:30 AM | Free
    Wake the Bears & Pledge ��

    Rise and shine—it's time to wake the bears! Join us at the Bears' Den with your noisiest gear—bells, whistles, drums, or just your loudest cheer—to help wake Yogi and friends from their slumber. Once the bears are up and moving, follow them in a spirited march to the flagpole, where we will proudly stand together to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

    Location: Bear's Den

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    09:30 AM - 09:45 AM | Free
    Hey Hey Ride

    After the Pledge of Allegiance, meet us outside the Recreation Center to hop on the Hey Hey Ride! We’ll cruise through the campground, waving and yelling "Hey!" to all our camping friends!

    Location: Cafe parking lot

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    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | $5+
    Bear Hug Brunch: Waffles & More ��

    Join us at the Campfire Canteen for a waffle feast topped with all your favorite **ice cream toppings! Load up on syrup, sprinkles, whipped cream, and more. Waffles and toppings will be available for purchase, so bring your appetite and enjoy a sweet start to the day—plus maybe a visit from Yogi and friends! Come hungry, leave happy!

    Location: Campfire Canteen

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    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Free
    Magic Pumpkin Patch Pick up and Paint

    The magic has worked overnight! Return to the Recreation Center and visit the Magic Pumpkin Patch to find your very own grown pumpkin. Come see the magical surprise waiting just for you!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    12:00 PM - 01:00 PM | 20
    Tie Dye

    Join us at the Recreation Center for a colorful tie-dye experience! Pick your favorite colors, twist and swirl your design, and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece to take home. Shirts will be available for purchase, so grab one and get ready to get creative! Don’t miss out on this fun and vibrant activity!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    01:00 PM - 01:30 PM | 5
    Spooky Scoops: Halloween Ice Cream Lab & Social

    Join us at the Campfire Canteen for a frightfully fun ice cream-making class and social!For $5,you’ll help choose the flavor as a group,mix up the ingredients,and watch the magic happen.Then,enjoy your homemade spooky scoop while socializing with fellow ghouls and goblins.Don’t miss this **sweet Halloween treat!

    Location: Campfire Canteen

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    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM | varies
    Bear Visits

    Make sure to sign up for your Bear Visit by 1:00 PM! Multiple bear visits are available, so stop by the Recreation Center to reserve your spot for a special visit from our friendly bears.

    Location: campground

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    02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | $10-$20
    Ceramics

    Meet us at the Recreation Center to paint and purchase your own ceramic masterpiece! Choose from a variety of sizes and styles, then get creative with colors and designs. Don’t miss this fun and relaxing activity!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    04:00 PM - 05:00 PM | Free
    Not So Haunted Kiddie House

    Meet us at the Haunted House at the Pavilion for a kid-friendly, chill walk-through before dark! Experience a less spooky, more fun version of the adult haunted house—perfect for little ones who want to enjoy the Halloween magic without the big scares. Come explore before the ghosts wake up!

    Location: Pavillion

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    05:00 PM - 06:00 PM | Free
    Puffed-Up Pursuit

    Get ready to bounce, waddle, and race in the most hilarious relay challenge yet! Suit up in giant inflatable costumes and compete in wacky obstacle courses, sprints, and team challenges. Who can run, jump, and tag their teammate the fastest? Meet us at the park and let the fun begin!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    05:00 PM - 06:00 PM | Free
    Haunted Site/Costume Contest

    Join us at the Recreation Center for a Costume Contest, where we’ll crown the best-dressed ghosts,goblins,and ghouls!Show off your creativity for a chance to win.We’ll also be judging campsites for the Best Decorated Site Contest—so make sure your spooky setups are ready!**Judging starts tonight as we check out the lights and decorations.**Winners will be announced soon!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    06:00 PM - 07:00 PM | Free
    Trick or Treating

    Get ready for a spooktacular night of Trick-or-Treating all around the campground! Visit every site and designated campground area to collect sweet treats and show off your best costumes. Whether you're a ghost, goblin, or ghoul, it's time for a fun and festive Halloween adventure!

    Location: campground

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    07:00 PM - 08:00 PM | candy bar
    Candy Bar Bingo

    Join us at the Recreation Center for Candy Bar Bingo! Play for a chance to win sweet treats—one piece of candy per board. Bring your lucky charm and get ready for a fun-filled game night. See you there!

    Location: Recreation Center

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    08:00 PM - 09:00 PM | Free
    Haunted House

    Meet at the Pavilion for a spine-chilling walk through the Haunted House! Dare to enter and experience eerie sights, spooky surprises, and ghostly thrills lurking around every corner. Are you brave enough to make it through? Enter if you dare!

    Location: Pavillion

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    09:00 PM
    Activity Center Closes

    Activity Center Closes

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    Oct 05, 2025

    08:30 AM - 09:00 AM | Free
    Wake the Bears & Pledge ��

    Rise and shine—it's time to wake the bears! Join us at the Bears' Den with your noisiest gear—bells, whistles, drums, or just your loudest cheer—to help wake Yogi and friends from their slumber. Once the bears are up and moving, follow them in a spirited march to the flagpole, where we will proudly stand together to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

    Location: Bear's Den

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    09:00 AM - 09:30 AM | Free
    Hey Hey Ride

    After the Pledge of Allegiance, meet us outside the Recreation Center to hop on the Hey Hey Ride! We’ll cruise through the campground, waving and yelling "Hey!" to all our camping friends!

    Location: Cafe parking lot

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    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM | $5+
    Bear Hug Brunch: Waffles & More ��

    Join us at the Campfire Canteen for a waffle feast topped with all your favorite **ice cream toppings! Load up on syrup, sprinkles, whipped cream, and more. Waffles and toppings will be available for purchase, so bring your appetite and enjoy a sweet start to the day—plus maybe a visit from Yogi and friends! Come hungry, leave happy!

    Location: Campfire Canteen

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