Halloween on the River Brings Live Music, Pumpkin Carving and Campsite Fun to Cooper’s Landing

Cooper’s Landing is getting spooky this Halloween! On Saturday, October 31, 2026, the popular Missouri River destination is hosting Halloween Fun on the River, featuring live music, pumpkin carving, costumes, campsite decorating and food.

For the first time, Cooper’s Landing is encouraging campers to decorate their campsites for Halloween. From skeletons and spiderwebs to pumpkins and spooky decorations, campers can transform the riverside campground into a Halloween village.

Visitors can also enjoy pumpkin carving, with pumpkins and carving supplies provided by Cooper’s Landing. The best carved pumpkin of the day will win a Cooper’s Landing gift card.

Live music will keep the celebration going throughout the afternoon and evening. The Diddy Wah Daddies will perform from 2–5 p.m., followed by Fool’s Face, a longtime Columbia band, from 6–9 p.m. Trail Boss BBQ & Catering will also be on-site serving food.

There are a few Halloween treats for adults, too! Anyone wearing a costume or decorating their campsite can receive $1 off any drink or half off Oktoberfest beers.

Event Details

What: Halloween Fun on the River

When: Saturday, October 31, 2026

Where: Cooper’s Landing, Columbia, MO

Live Music:

  • The Diddy Wah Daddies: 2–5 p.m.
  • Fool’s Face: 6–9 p.m.

Activities: Pumpkin carving, campsite decorating, costumes, live music and food from Trail Boss BBQ & Catering.

Bring your costume, enjoy the riverside atmosphere, and join the celebration!


Be sure to check out all of our Halloween activities for kids and families!

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