Halloween Havoc Returns to Lubbock With Cash Prizes and Live Music

It's almost time for my favorite night of the year!

The 9th Annual Halloween Havoc Costume Contest and Concert is going down this Saturday night at Jake's Sport Cafe and Backroom, and I'm coming back with a vengeance!

John Macias

I was supposed to host last year's event, but the flu had other plans. Instead of partying with the coolest people in Lubbock, I spent the night in bed while my $85 costume stared at me judgingly through the cracks of my closet door.

Not this year, Satan.

I've got a badass outfit planned, and I can't wait to see what everyone else comes up with. 2026 has been a WILD year, and I can only imagine the costumes it has inspired...

Chrissy Covington

Longtime attendees might remember the year I hosted dressed as a giant inflatable ear of corn. I accidentally dropped the battery pack for that costume into the FLITHY bar toilet, fished it out with my bare hand, and spent the rest of the night sweating to death inside a barely inflated corn sack from hell.

That's showbiz, kid.

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As always, this year promises badass musical performances from Lubbock favorites, AND if you show up in a dope enough costume, you could go home with cash in your pocket.

Word of warning: People come dressed to IMPRESS, so go big or go home empty-handed!

John Macias

John Macias

Halloween Havoc 2026 Event Details

John Macias

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Where: Jake's Sport Cafe and Backroom, 5025 50th Street

Doors: 7 pm

Admission: $20

All ages are welcome!

Whether you're competing for cash or just coming out to enjoy some live music and Halloween fun, I hope to see you there!