MARKSVILLE, La. (WNTZ) – Central Louisiana’s biggest Halloween celebration is back as The Monster Ball returns to Paragon Casino Resort for its third year on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, promising a night packed with live music, elaborate costumes and festive fun.

The event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and will feature a live performance by the band Pants Party, keeping the dance floor packed with high-energy music throughout the night. Attendees are encouraged to show off their most creative costumes for a chance to win a share of $600 in free play during the highly anticipated costume contest.

Adding to the evening’s lively atmosphere, guests 21 and older can also enjoy a special perk of four complimentary drink tickets until 8 p.m.

“The Monster Ball has grown into one of our most anticipated celebrations of the year, and we’re ready to bring it back bigger and better than ever,” said Marshall Ray Sampson Sr., general manager of Paragon Casino Resort. “It’s a chance for our guests to let their imaginations run wild and enjoy an unforgettable night filled with music, great energy and a little Halloween magic all right here at Paragon.”

Over the past three years, The Monster Ball has become a regional favorite, drawing guests from across Central Louisiana and beyond. The event combines entertainment, community spirit and Paragon’s signature hospitality to create one of the area’s most memorable fall traditions.

Tickets are $10 and are available now at paragoncasinoresort.com or at the box office on the day of the event. Guests must be 21 or older to attend, and masks, face paint and costume weapons are not permitted on the casino floor.

Attendees who wish to make a weekend of it can book rooms online or by calling 800-946-1946.

Since opening in 1994, Paragon Casino Resort has become one of the premier entertainment and gaming destinations in the South, featuring a 64,000-square-foot gaming floor, hotel accommodations, spa, golf course, multiple dining options, and a variety of attractions and entertainment experiences.