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Families in Rhode Island can enjoy a variety of trunk-or-treat events this Halloween season. These events provide a safe and festive way for children to collect candy from decorated vehicles while participating in fun activities. Highlights include events in Barrington, Bristol, Coventry, Cranston, and more, each featuring unique themes and activities, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all attending families.
Halloween Trunk-or-Treat Events Across Rhode Island
Families throughout Rhode Island are invited to participate in various trunk-or-treat events leading up to Halloween. These events offer a safer alternative to traditional trick-or-treating, allowing children to collect candy from decorated vehicle trunks while enjoying festive activities.
Here is a detailed schedule of trunk-or-treat activities across the state:
Barrington
The 4th Annual Beach & Treat event at Barrington Beach is set for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free but requires a food donation for Tap-in.
Bristol
The Bristol VFW will host a trunk-or-treat event on Friday, Oct. 24, beginning at 7 p.m. and continuing until the candy runs out. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume.
Coventry
In Coventry, the “Hulaween” trunk-or-treat will take place at Judi T. Dance Studio on Friday, Oct. 24, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are free for registered students, $5 for non-students, and $10 for non-student families.
Cranston
Cranston will host two trunk-or-treat events. The first is at Hope Church on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. This event is free for families with children up to 6th grade and includes a bounce house. The second event will be organized by Cranston Parks and Recreation on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. This will also feature a costume contest.
Johnston
The Johnston Recreation Department is hosting a trunk-or-treat event on Friday, Oct. 24, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Johnston Memorial Park, complete with candy, food trucks, and music.
Little Compton
Little Compton’s “Hallowine” Day trunk-or-treat will be held at Sakonnet Vineyard on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Activities include a hay maze and pumpkin bowling.
Narragansett
The Narragansett Parks and Recreation Department will hold its 2nd Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Narragansett Town Beach on Saturday, Oct. 25, starting at 1 p.m. There will be a contest for the best decorated trunk.
North Providence
The North Providence Union Free Library is hosting a Wizard of Oz-themed trunk-or-treat event on Monday, Oct. 27, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Pawtucket
Pawtucket police will hold a trunk-or-treat event on Friday, Oct. 24, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 835 Armistice Blvd.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth police are scheduled to distribute candy on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 2270 East Main Road from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Providence
The Providence City Council’s trunk-or-treat event is designated for Halloween, Oct. 31, starting at 5 p.m. at 124 Camp St. Additionally, the Halloween Monster Mash at Providence Place mall’s garden area will take place on Halloween, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., featuring various activities.
Warwick
The Six Pack Jeep Crew Trunk-or-Treat event in Warwick is on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Proclamation Ale Company.
Dartmouth
Dartmouth will be featuring the Peek-A-Boo Eye Health trunk-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
New Bedford
A trunk-or-treat hosted by the police and fire departments will take place in New Bedford on Friday, Oct. 24, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Children’s Advocacy Center
The Children’s Advocacy Center is set to host its 3rd Annual Halloween Bash trunk-or-treat event on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Healthfirst
Healthfirst will conduct a trunk-or-treat event on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for families with children up to 12 years old.
Other Notable Events
Families can participate in a trunk-or-treat and enjoy an outdoor showing of Hocus Pocus for $5 per child on Sunday, Oct. 26, at Gotta Dance Studio from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
These trunk-or-treat events across Rhode Island provide families with an engaging and safe way to celebrate Halloween, ensuring that children have a delightful experience filled with candy and fun activities.
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- WPRI: Where to Find Trunk-or-Treat Events for Halloween
- Wikipedia: Halloween
- RIMonthly: Celebrate Halloween in Rhode Island
- Google Search: Trunk-or-Treat
- Valley Breeze: Two North Providence Trunk-or-Treats Aim to Build Community
- Google Scholar: Halloween celebrations
- ABC6: Providence Police Host 5th Annual Trunk-or-Treat
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween
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