As Halloween approaches, parents and caregivers are looking for ways to ensure their little ones have a fun and safe trick-or-treating experience. Trunk or Treat events have become increasingly popular, offering a unique and enjoyable alternative to traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating.
What is Trunk or Treat?
Trunk or Treat is an organized event where children go from car to car in a parking lot to collect candy and treats. The trunks of the cars are decorated, and the children "trick-or-treat" from vehicle to vehicle. This setup provides a controlled and secure environment for kids to enjoy the Halloween spirit.
Benefits of Trunk or Treat
1. Safety: Trunk or Treat eliminates concerns about children walking alone in the dark or visiting unfamiliar homes.
2. Convenience: Parents can accompany their children, enjoying the event together.
3. Community Building: Trunk or Treat fosters community spirit, bringing families and neighbors together.
4. Creative Expression: Decorated trunks showcase creativity and imagination.
Here are local local events throughout the month of October. Have fun!
Make plans now to stroll over to Schrom Hills Park and join us for fun fall activities! Saturday Oct 12
Dress up in costume and have some spooky fun at this new Halloween themed party. Saturday Oct 19
Bring the kids and your car to enjoy some spooky fun! Prizes for the best decorated car. Saturday Oct 19
Bring the whole family and enjoy a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween. Thursday Oct 24
The Wild Rumpus! A Halloween Celebration for Children and Kids at Heart!
Wear your Halloween or cosplay costume or other fancy dress and join the party! Friday Oct 25
Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat
Get ready for a fang-tastic time at the City of Mount Rainier and Mount Rainier Police Department's Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat! Saturday Oct 26
Join Proteus Bikes & Rumi Matsuyama for the Costume Trolley Trail ride! Saturday Oct 26
Bladensburg Day 2024! The Great Pumpkin Bash
Gourd times ahead! - Bladensburg Day 2024: The Great Pumpkin Bash. Saturday Oct 26
Halloween in Hyattsville: Trunk-Or-Treat!
The Hyattsville Police Department is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat in the parking lot of Northwestern High School! Saturday Oct 26
Royal Diamond Athletics: Trunk or Treat
Join us for a spooky good time with plenty of food! Saturday Oct 26
The Station at Riverdale Park Fall Block Party
An all-day fall-themed event featuring local artists, food and beverage vendors, family-friendly activities, and a Halloween costume contest for dogs. Saturday Oct 26
Parents and children are encouraged to dress up and go Trick or Treating at our vendors’ set ups. Saturday Oct 26
Harbor Halloween Spooktacular Event Returns To National Harbor
Families are invited to enjoy trick-or-treating, a movie, a free ride on The Capital Wheel, Pet Pawrade and more at Harbor Halloween. Sunday Oct 27
Bring the whole family and enjoy a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween. Sunday Oct 27
Join us for an evening of fun, candy and a movie! Monday Oct 28
Gather with friends and meet new people as we enjoy pumpkin carving and painting, friendship bracelet making, crafting, board games, and more! Wednesday Oct 30
Join us for trick or treating, music, games, and more! Wednesday Oct 30
Gather with friends and meet new people as we enjoy pumpkin carving and painting, friendship bracelet making, crafting, board games, and more! Wednesday Oct 30
A Trunk or Treat Event for elementary students, 4 to 9 years old. Thursday Oct 31
