Spooktacular

10/17/2026 | Meramec State Park | Sullivan, Mo.

Join us in the campground for our annual Spooktacular event! This year's event will feature games, contests, trick-or-treating, and more! Costumes are encouraged. 

Event Activities:

Coloring Contest

Pick up a coloring sheet in the field across from the booth starting at 9 a.m. Turn it at the same location in by 3 p.m.

Scavenger Hunt

Meet at field across from the booth at 1:30 p.m.

Jack-O’-Lantern Contest

Place your carved pumpkin at the station near the coloring contest by 4 p.m.

Carnival Games

Enjoy carnival games and popcorn in the campground from 2-5 p.m.

Trick-or-Treating

Trick or treat through the campground starting at 5 p.m.

For the safety of trick-or-treaters, the campground road will close to vehicle traffic at 4:45 p.m.

Additional Information:

Meramec State Park is located at 115 Meramec Park Drive near Sullivan. All activities are free and open to the public. There is no need to register.

For more information, call the park office at 573-468-6072.

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For a complete list of fall-themed events at Missouri state parks and historic sites, please visit our fall fun events page.