Dark Forest at Powell Gardens — Kingsville, MO

📋 Event Details

📍 Venue: Powell Gardens — 1609 NW US Hwy 50, Kingsville, MO 64061
📅 Dates: Oct 16-17, 22-24, 30-31, 2026 (rain dates Oct 18, 25, Nov 1)
🕐 Hours: 6:00pm-11:00pm; trail entries 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00pm
🎫 Price: from $31; parking $10 per vehicle
👶 Ages: PG-13 recommended; Oct 22 is 21+ only
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: https://powellgardens.org

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Everyone — the classic all-day October outing.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Wear layers and comfy shoes — you’ll be walking all day and October weather swings.

🎃 Designate a meetup spot — cell service gets spotty in big festival crowds.

🎃 Arrive before noon — parking and popular food lines get rough by mid-afternoon.

🎃 Bring cash and card — some vendors are cash-only, others card-only; cover both.

🎃 Check the schedule — headliners, costume contests, and parades-within-the-festival have set times.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dark Forest at Powell Gardens?
Dark Forest at Powell Gardens takes place Oct 16-17, 22-24, 30-31, 2026 (rain dates Oct 18, 25, Nov 1). Gates, music schedules, and special events are listed on the official page.

Is admission free?
from $31; parking $10 per vehicle. Rides, games, and food are typically pay-as-you-go.

Can I bring my dog?
Policies vary by festival — service animals are always welcome; pet rules are on the official site.