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Halloween Campsite Decorating Contest

Location of Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Various Locations
Main Park Address: Kiptopeke State Park, 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles, VA 23310.

When

Oct. 25, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.

Let's get spooky! Kiptopeke State Park invites campers to participate in a Halloween campsite decorating contest. The top three most festive campsites will be chosen by a team of judges and prizes will be awarded.

All campsites, lodges, cabins, and yurts are welcome to participate. Lodges, cabins, and yurts may decorate the front porch. Decorating must be completed by 5:00 p.m. Participants must follow all park rules and regulations including no permanent fixtures or damaging alterations to the campsite, lodge, cabin, or yurt.

Winners will be posted at Bathhouse #1 at 6:15 p.m.

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Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-331-2267
Email Address: kiptopeke@dcr.virginia.gov