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Trunk or Treat: A Fun and Safe Halloween Alternative!

By Fatmata S Callinder October 10, 2024

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!

Fall FEST

Make plans now to stroll over to Schrom Hills Park and join us for fun fall activities! Saturday Oct 12

Fall Halloween Festival

Dress up in costume and have some spooky fun at this new Halloween themed party. Saturday Oct 19

Trunk or Treat

Bring the kids and your car to enjoy some spooky fun! Prizes for the best decorated car. Saturday Oct 19

🎃 Trunk or Treat 🎃

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

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

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

🎃 Trunk or Treat 🎃

Bring the whole family and enjoy a safe and exciting way to celebrate Halloween. Sunday Oct 27

Trunk or Treat

Join us for trick or treating, music, games, and more! Wednesday Oct 30

🎃 Trunk or Treat 🎃

A Trunk or Treat Event for elementary students, 4 to 9 years old. Thursday Oct 31