Thrill The World Dance and Bazaar
Stage Schedule
Thrill the World Dance Registration
To participate in the Thrill the World Dance, please register using the form below or sign up in person on the day of the event.
Everyone is welcome to participate, regardless of age or dance experience. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, this event is all about having fun, building community, and being part of a worldwide celebration!
Participants are encouraged to learn the choreography at their own pace before the event using the official video tutorials. On event day, live rehearsals will begin at 1:00 PM, giving everyone a chance to practice together before the official performance.
We encourage everyone to dress as a zombie and fully embrace the spirit of the event! Before the official dance, participants are invited to join our Zombie Walk down Main Street, where we’ll march together in costume to entertain the crowd and build excitement before the worldwide performance.
At 4:00 PM, dancers in Roswell will join thousands of participants around the world by performing the iconic Thriller dance simultaneously as part of the annual Thrill the World event.
Participation Requirements
Register online using the form below or sign up in person at the event.
Participants are encouraged to learn the dance ahead of time using the provided tutorial videos.
Live rehearsals begin at 1:00 PM on the day of the event.
Come dressed in your best zombie costume and take part in the Zombie Walk on Main Street before the official performance.
By participating, you acknowledge and consent to photographs and video recordings being taken during the event. These images and videos may be used by Roswell Night Skies for promotional purposes, including on social media, websites, and other marketing materials.
Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian check them in at the event and complete the required parental consent form.
All participants dance at their own risk and should only participate if they are physically able to do so.
We can’t wait to see hundreds of zombies of all ages and skill levels take over Main Street and help Roswell become part of this incredible worldwide event. Grab your costume, learn the dance, and join us for a day of music, fun, and unforgettable memories!
To learn the dance, click the photo below!
Contests
Enter one of our contests below for your chance to win prizes! Entry is $10 per contest!
Costume Contest
Get ready to show off your creativity, Halloween spirit, and one-of-a-kind style at the Roswell Night Skies Costume Contest! 
Whether your costume is spooky, funny, creepy, creative, or completely out of this world, we want to see it! Come dressed to impress and compete for cash prizes and more!
Contest Details
- Registration Fee: $10
- Cash Prizes: Yes!
- Prizes & Awards: Cash prizes and more!
- Costumes: All types of costumes are welcome
- Event: Roswell Night Skies Thrill the World Dance & Bazaar
- Date: October 24th
- Time: 5pm
- Check in Time 4:30pm
- Location: Chaves County Cultural Plaza, 219 E. 4th Street, Roswell, NM
Bring your best costume and get ready to take the stage! Contestants will have the opportunity to show off their costumes and compete for prizes while enjoying a fun-filled day of Halloween entertainment, vendors, contests, food, and more.
Think you have what it takes to be crowned a costume contest winner? Register today for just $10 and get ready to show Roswell your best costume!
Registration is required to participate. Space may be limited, so don’t wait!
Salsa Making Contest
Think you make the best salsa in Roswell? 
Now is your chance to prove it!
Bring your favorite homemade salsa recipe and compete in the Roswell Night Skies Salsa Making Contest! Whether you like your salsa mild and flavorful or hot enough to make everyone sweat, we want to taste what you’ve got!
Contest Details
- Registration Fee: $10
- Cash Prizes: Yes!
- Prizes & Awards: Cash prizes and more!
- Salsa: Homemade salsa of your choice
- Event: Roswell Night Skies Thrill the World Dance & Bazaar
- Date: October 24th
- Time: 12:30pm
- Check in: 12:00pm
- Location: Chaves County Cultural Plaza, 219 E. 4th Street, Roswell, NM
Bring your best recipe, your secret ingredients, and your competitive spirit! Contestants will have the opportunity to have their salsa sampled and judged while competing for cash prizes and more!
From traditional recipes to unique and creative creations, anything goes! Show us what makes your salsa special and see if you have what it takes to claim the title of Roswell’s Best Salsa! 
Think your salsa has what it takes to win? Register today for just $10 and bring the heat!
Registration is required to participate. Space may be limited, so don’t wait!
Jalapeño Eating Contest
Think you can handle the heat?
Get ready for the Roswell Night Skies Jalapeño Eating Contest! Bring your appetite, your courage, and your tolerance for heat as you compete to see who can conquer the most jalapeños!
This contest is not for the faint of heart! Contestants will go head-to-head in a fun and exciting challenge where the goal is simple: eat as many jalapeños as you can!
Contest Details
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Registration Fee: $10
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Cash Prizes: Yes!
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Prizes & Awards: Cash prizes and more!
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Challenge: See how many jalapeños you can eat!
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Event: Roswell Night Skies Thrill the World Dance & Bazaar
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Date: October 24th
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Time: 11:30am
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Check in: 11:00am
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Location: Chaves County Cultural Plaza, 219 E. 4th Street, Roswell, NM
Whether you’re a heat-seeking chili lover or just looking for a fun challenge, come test your limits and see if you have what it takes to be crowned the Jalapeño Eating Champion!
Bring your friends, cheer on the contestants, and prepare for plenty of laughs, excitement, and HEAT!
Think you can handle the heat? Register today for just $10 and get ready to take on the challenge!
Registration is required to participate. Space may be limited, so don’t wait!
Contestants participate at their own risk. Please review all contest rules and requirements before participating.
Green Chile Stew Contest
Think you make the best Green Chile Stew in Roswell? Now is your chance to prove it!
Bring your favorite homemade green chile stew recipe and compete in the Roswell Night Skies Green Chile Stew Contest! Whether your recipe has been passed down through generations or you’ve created your own signature combination, we want to taste what you’ve got!
Contest Details
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Registration Fee: $10
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Cash Prizes: Yes!
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Prizes & Awards: Cash prizes and more!
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Stew: Homemade green chile stew
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Event: Roswell Night Skies Thrill the World Dance & Bazaar
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Date: October 24th
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Time: 10:30am
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Check in 10:00am
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Location: Chaves County Cultural Plaza, 219 E. 4th Street, Roswell, NM
Bring your best recipe, your secret ingredients, and your competitive spirit! Contestants will have their green chile stew sampled and judged as they compete for cash prizes and more!
From traditional New Mexico-style recipes to unique family creations, we’re looking for the stew that stands out from the crowd. Bring the heat, bring the flavor, and show us what makes your green chile stew special!
Think you have what it takes to be crowned the Best Green Chile Stew in Roswell?
Register today for just $10 and enter your favorite recipe!
Registration is required to participate. Space may be limited, so don’t wait!
Contestants are responsible for preparing and providing their entry according to the contest rules and requirements.
Vendors
Vendor Information – Roswell Night Skies Thrill the World Dance & Bazaar
Vendor spaces are $100 for a 10′ x 10′ booth.
Space is limited to the first 50 vendors, so register early to reserve your spot.
All vendors are required to have a valid City of Roswell Business License before participating. Your license will be verified prior to the event. If you do not already have a City business license, you may apply using the link provided below.
Vendor Information
Booth Size: 10′ x 10′
You are welcome to bring a 10′ x 10′ canopy.
No electrical hookups will be available.
Vendors must provide their own tables, chairs, displays, and any other booth equipment.
Vendor Schedule
Setup: 7:15 AM
Gates Open to the Public: 10:00 AM
Event Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tear Down: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Vendor fees must be paid in advance to reserve your space. Spaces are not guaranteed until payment has been received and your City of Roswell Business License has been verified.
We look forward to having you join us for a fun-filled day of entertainment, shopping, food, live performances, contests, and community celebration at the Roswell Night Skies Thrill the World Dance & Bazaar!
Vendor Map
Volunteer
Volunteers play an essential role in making this event a success! We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help with:
- Trash and cleanup
- Floater positions
- Dance leaders
- Event setup and tear-down
- Vendor assistance
- Information tent
Whether you can help for a few hours or the entire day, your time and support make a huge difference. If you’d like to be part of this exciting community event, please fill out the volunteer registration form below. We can’t wait to have you on our team!