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Explore Thrilling Events in Mecosta County This Week

This week, Mecosta County is alive with activities for residents of all ages. The events range from Halloween celebrations to community festivals, ensuring fun and engagement for everyone.
Thrilling Events in Mecosta County This Week
Upcoming Community Events
- Cub Scout Pack 3114 Halloween Party
Date: Tuesday, October 21
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Northend Riverside Park, Big Rapids
Details: Enjoy games, snacks, and a costume contest for kids in kindergarten to fifth grade. - WELCA Fall Festival
Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Reed City
Details: Features craft sales, book sales, 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
Details: Experience a haunted backyard for $10, benefiting local shelters 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
Details: Join volunteers to plant trees and clear trails. Free tickets are available online. - Skeleton Skurry 5K Run/Walk/Roll
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: 8:00 AM – Noon
Location: Big Rapids City Hall
Details: Open to all ages with 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
Details: Safely dispose of unwanted medications, excluding liquids and syringes. - Big Rapids DBA Fall Festival
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: Noon – 4:00 PM
Location: North Michigan Avenue, Big Rapids
Details: Enjoy trunk-or-treat, inflatables, food trucks, and contests for families. - Fox on the Docks Halloween Bash
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Fox Marine, Mecosta
Details: Activities include candy distribution, games, and a pumpkin decorating contest.
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 fantastic opportunity for community engagement, celebrating the fall season, and making cherished memories. Residents are invited to explore the diverse activities Mecosta County has to offer this week.