Gov. Rhoden to Host Trick-or-Treat Festivities at Governor's Residence

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MEDIA ADVISORY

October 26, 2026

Contact: Josie Harms

Gov. Rhoden to Host Trick-or-Treat Festivities at Governor's Residence

PIERRE, S.D. - Governor Larry Rhoden and First Lady Sandy Rhoden invite families to attend the annual trick-or-treat festivities at the Governor's Residence in Pierre. The festivities will take place on Halloween night, Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm CT.

"Sandy and I are excited to welcome South Dakota families to the Governor's Residence for our annual trick-or-treat festivities," said Governor Larry Rhoden. "We'll be handing out plenty of candy and can't wait to see all the creative costumes. We hope to see you there!"

Governor Rhoden asks children and parents across South Dakota to observe the following Halloween safety tips:

• Trick-or-treat during daylight hours or take a flashlight if going out after dark;
• Add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags;
• Make sure vision is clear when wearing masks or other head garb;
• Adults should accompany young children, and unaccompanied children should trick-or-treat in groups; and
• Inspect candy before consuming and discard anything suspicious.

WHAT: Governor Larry Rhoden to Host Trick-or-Treat Festivities

WHEN: Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm (CT)

WHERE: Governor's Residence

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