Events – Monster News https://pigmonster.online/newsroom Journalism from the public record Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:54:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Roots & Rhythm Halloween fundraiser supports Oak House https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/roots-rhythm-halloween-fairfield-2026/ https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/roots-rhythm-halloween-fairfield-2026/#respond Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:54:45 +0000 https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/roots-rhythm-halloween-fairfield-2026/ .mn-event-poster{float:right;width:300px;max-width:44%;margin:0 0 24px 26px}.mn-event-poster img{display:block;width:100%;height:auto}.mn-event-poster figcaption{font-size:12px;line-height:1.4}.mn-event-clear{clear:both}@media(max-width:650px){.mn-event-poster{float:none;width:100%;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto 24px}}
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Leo French Park, lake stage · 2026-10-31 · 5–9 p.m.

Oak House’s Roots & Rhythm: Halloween Edition takes place Saturday, October 31, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the lake stage in Leo French Park. Admission is free; donations are encouraged.

The Fairfield fundraiser combines music, food trucks, children’s games and raffles. Tylor McGehee is scheduled for an acoustic set from 5 to 7 p.m. The all-ages costume contest starts at 7, with winners announced at 8:30. Proceeds support Oak House’s transition-home work and Cedar Residence project. Information: 618-262-6029.

Event information

Read the WFIW event announcement. Schedule checked October 23, 2026. Contact the organizer for changes.

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Wayne City Park · 2026-10-31 · 4–7 p.m.

Wayne City Matters will hold its Fall Carnival Saturday, October 31, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wayne City Park, according to the village’s event calendar.

The program includes costume judging, carnival games, trunk-or-treating, children’s train rides and live music by Jake Boger and Allyssa Moore. Promise Land Concessions is listed as the food truck, with a family photo backdrop also planned. To register a decorated trunk, call or text 618-599-4522.

Event information

Read the Village of Wayne City calendar. Schedule checked October 23, 2026. Contact the organizer for changes.

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]]> https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/wayne-city-fall-carnival-2026/feed/ 0 Cisne Boo in the Park includes parade and costume judging https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/cisne-boo-in-the-park-2026/ https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/cisne-boo-in-the-park-2026/#respond Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:54:42 +0000 https://pigmonster.online/newsroom/events/cisne-boo-in-the-park-2026/ .mn-event-poster{float:right;width:300px;max-width:44%;margin:0 0 24px 26px}.mn-event-poster img{display:block;width:100%;height:auto}.mn-event-poster figcaption{font-size:12px;line-height:1.4}.mn-event-clear{clear:both}@media(max-width:650px){.mn-event-poster{float:none;width:100%;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto 24px}}
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Cisne Square · 2026-10-30 · 4:30–6 p.m.

Cisne’s Boo in the Park runs Friday, October 30, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Cisne Square. Trunk-or-treating anchors an evening of family activities.

The school bands join a parade at 5 p.m., followed by costume judging on the stage at 5:15. A cake walk is planned at the South Pavilion and bingo at the North Pavilion. For setup information, contact Vicky Mugrage at 618-925-0957.

Event information

Read the WFIW event announcement. Schedule checked October 23, 2026. Contact the organizer for changes.

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Downtown Fairfield · 2026-10-30 · Trunk-or-treating: 5–7 p.m.; movie: 7 p.m.; live music: 7–10 p.m.

Fairfield’s downtown Halloween celebration returns Friday, October 30, with trunk-or-treating from 5 to 7 p.m. Free hot dogs, games and costume judging are also planned for families.

An outdoor movie begins on Second Street at 7 p.m. Music follows in front of the Wayne County Courthouse from 7 to 10 p.m. Businesses and organizations interested in a booth can contact the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce at 618-842-6116.

Event information

Read the WFIW event announcement. Schedule checked October 23, 2026. Contact the organizer for changes.

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