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Costume Contest at Brasstown Bald

Costume Contest for Kids and Pets at Brasstown Bald flyer, Saturday, October 31, 2026
Location

Brasstown Bald, in front of the Forest Store

Date(s) and Time(s)

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Cost

Free with paid admission to the site. Pay the regular entrance fee at the gatehouse.

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Dress up the kids, dress up the puppies, and see who walks away with a prize!

Event Details

Kids and pets are invited to show off their Halloween costumes in front of the Forest Store, with judging at 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM.

There are four categories: ages 0 to 3, 4 to 11, 12 to 16, and pets. The best costume in each category wins a prize, and one overall winner is picked at each judging time for an extra prize. Winners are announced right after judging!

Plan Your Visit

Getting there: Stop at the gatehouse to pay admission and then head to the main parking lot.
Parking & Fees: There’s no extra fee to enter the contest. Park in the main parking lot, then check in at the Forest Store 15 minutes before the judging time you want to join.
Format & Participation: This is a hands-on contest. Kids and pets take part by showing off their costumes for the judges.
Schedule: Costume judging starts at 12:00 PM and again at 2:00 PM. Check in by 11:45 AM for the first round or 1:45 PM for the second. Winners are announced right after each round.
On-site Location: Judging takes place in front of the Forest Store.
Fee structure: Free with Paid Admission to Site.

Schedule

Costume judging at 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM

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