Helena Curling Club Hosts Annual Creepy Sweepy Tournament
The Last Chance Curling Club held its sixth-annual Halloween-themed competition at Steed Arena this past weekend.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Other Sports
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The Last Chance Curling Club held its sixth-annual Creepy Sweepy Bone-Spiel at Steed Arena. Participants dressed in Halloween costumes to compete in the festive tournament.
Why it matters
The event serves as a popular seasonal tradition for local curling enthusiasts, blending competitive sport with community engagement in Helena. It continues a multi-year effort to promote the niche sport through unique, themed athletic experiences.
The competition spanned from Friday afternoon through Sunday, with games running from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday. This marks the sixth year the club has organized the event.
The players
Last Chance Curling Club
This local organization promotes curling in the Helena area and hosts regular competitive tournaments throughout the season.
Steed Arena
The local sports venue serves as the primary facility for ice sports and community events in Helena.
The details
Players engaged in multiple rounds of curling while wearing costumes throughout the weekend. The event concluded with a championship series held on Sunday.
Timeline
Friday, October 23, 2026: The event began in the afternoon.
Saturday, October 24, 2026: Games were played from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, October 25, 2026: The championship series occurred.
Season Trajectory
The tournament follows the growth of recreational spiel culture in North American curling, which emphasizes social atmosphere alongside competitive play. This event helps maintain community momentum as the club progresses into the winter curling season.
Participants and spectators should note that the event concludes the Halloween-themed portion of the local sports calendar. The club's focus now shifts toward standard league play and upcoming winter tournaments.
The takeaway
Themed sporting events provide a unique entry point for new athletes to engage with regional clubs. Interested residents can contact the local club to learn about future seasonal registration opportunities.
Further reading
Find more local athletic updates in our Other Sports section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Independent Record.
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