Mecosta County is buzzing with exciting events this week, offering a wide range of activities for all ages. From Halloween parties to community festivals, there’s something for everyone. Below is a comprehensive list of events this week in Mecosta County.
Community Events This Week in Mecosta County
Cub Scout Pack 3114 Halloween Party
- Date: Tuesday, October 21
- Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: Northend Riverside Park, Big Rapids
- Activities include games, snacks, and a costume contest for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade.
WELCA Fall Festival
- Date: Friday, October 24
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Reed City
- This event features a craft sale, book sale, and a bake sale with a luncheon from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
OBK’s Night of Fright
- Date: October 24-25
- Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Our Brother’s Keeper, Big Rapids
- Experience a haunted backyard with a cost of $10, benefiting local shelter and meal programs.
Clay Cliffs Restoration Volunteer Tree Planting
- Date: Saturday, October 25
- Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Clay Cliffs Nature Park, Big Rapids
- Join volunteers to plant trees and clear trails. Free tickets are available; details can be found online.
Skeleton Skurry 5K Run/Walk/Roll
- Date: Saturday, October 25
- Time: 8:00 AM – Noon
- Location: Big Rapids City Hall
- Open to all ages; prizes for top finishers and best costumes. Proceeds support Angels of Action.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
- Date: Saturday, October 25
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: All Michigan State Police posts
- Bring unwanted medications for safe disposal, excluding certain items like liquids and syringes.
Big Rapids DBA Fall Festival
- Date: Saturday, October 25
- Time: Noon – 4:00 PM
- Location: North Michigan Avenue, Big Rapids
- Family-friendly activities include trunk-or-treat, inflatables, food trucks, and contests.
Fox on the Docks Halloween Bash
- Date: Saturday, October 25
- Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Fox Marine, Mecosta
- Features candy, games, and a pumpkin decorating contest. Judging will occur on October 25.
Mecosta County Trunk-or-Treat Events
- Mecosta VFW Trunk-or-Treat: October 31, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Royal View Assisted Living Trunk-or-Treat: October 31, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Peacock Real Estate Trunk-or-Treat: October 31, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Halloween Celebrations
- City of Big Rapids Trick-or-Treating: October 31, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Village of Mecosta Trick-or-Treating: October 31, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
These events provide a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community, celebrate the fall season, and create lasting memories. Residents are encouraged to participate and enjoy all that Mecosta County has to offer this week.
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