MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) Halloween celebrations, college sports and community activities fill Mitchell’s weekend calendar Friday through Sunday, Oct. 30–Nov. 1, 2026.
Friday: Haunted Radio Play
401 Create by LifeQuest and Happy Space offer a Halloween-themed creative workshop from 3:45 to 5 p.m. Participants will explore creating a haunted radio play. Event details.
Friday and Saturday: CorTrust Classic
Dakota Wesleyan basketball takes over the Corn Palace. Friday, the women face William Penn at 4 p.m., followed by the men against Bethany at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, both teams play Valley City State, with the women at 2 p.m. and men at 6 p.m. Friday details | Saturday details.
Saturday: Free Halloween Movie
“Despicable Me 2” starts at 10 a.m., doors open at 9:30 a.m. Admission is free; food donations for Mitchell Snack Pack are encouraged. Event details.
Saturday: Trunk or Treat and Downtown Halloween Fun
Davison County 4-H hosts trunk-or-treating from noon to 3 p.m. Downtown Trick or Treat runs from 2 to 4 p.m., adding decorated trunks and a street closure this year. 4-H details | Downtown details.
Saturday: DWU Football vs. Northwestern
The Tigers host Northwestern at 1 p.m. at Joe Quintal Field. Game details.
Sunday: Salute the Stallion
The public fundraiser takes place at 215 N. Main St. Tickets are $2 and must be purchased by 7 p.m. Participants must be present to win. Event details.