Denison -- It was a local version of the monster mash on Halloween as Denison's annual Monsters on Main attracted hundreds of trick-or-treaters to downtown Denison to collect treats from area businesses and then compete for prizes in the costume contest.

This safe Halloween alternative was sponsored by Denison Main Street and downtown businesses.  Perfect autumn weather attracted a large crowd for trick-or-treating and then the crowd converged on Heritage Park for the bigger-than-ever costume contest.

Master of Ceremonies Eric Batey interviews Donna Dow, Denison Main Street Manager, as the judges for the costume contests stand in the background.

Master of Ceremonies Eric Batey entertained the crowd as judges awarded prizes for the best costumes in several age categories.

(Contest winners and additional photos
to run in next edition)

Mary Karam (right) and her cast of characters hand out goodies to trick-or-treaters in front of Mary Karam Gallery in downtown Denison.

Proud fathers show off their young contestants after judges picked top costumes in all age groups.