10/28/2026
Take note!
HALLOWEEN: Halloween is Saturday, October 31.
Those participating should remember that the event is celebrated from 5-8 p.m. in Taylor. If you are handing out candy, please leave your front porch light on. Children and families should note which houses have their lights on and visit and/or skip houses according.
Some tips for having a safe time: It's fun for kids to dress up on Halloween. Help your child choose a costume that they'll want to wear again when playing with their friends. Here's how to get the right fit for Halloween.
Check that your child's costume and shoes fit well. Costumes should be short enough to prevent tripping and avoid catching objects.
Consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives to masks. Test makeup ahead of time on a small patch of your child's skin to ensure there are no unpleasant surprises or allergic reactions. Hats should not slide over eyes or block vision.
Avoid sharp or long swords, canes or sticks as a costume accessory. Kids can be hurt by these accessories if they stumble or trip.
Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Choose a colorful treat bag and add glow-in-the-dark elements, reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags.
Look for "flame resistant" on the costume labels. Check for labels in wigs and accessories, too.
Did you know that child pedestrian injuries are more likely on Halloween than on any other night of the year?
Always go with young children on their neighborhood rounds. If trick-or-treating doesn't start until after dark where you live, consider checking with your town or park district for Halloween activities offered earlier in the day. Earlier festivities help you stick to your child's regular bedtime.
Encourage older children to trick-or-treat in a group. Review their plan and route. Agree on a specific time when they should return home and encourage everyone to use a flashlight after dark.
Talk with kids about the risk of distracted walking. This includes text messaging, talking on or looking at their cell phone and listening to music.
Cross the street as a group in a crosswalk, when available. Avoid mid-block crossings, where child pedestrian injuries are much more common. Make sure kids know not to cross the street between parked cars or out of driveways or alleys.
Don't assume cars will stop just because pedestrians have the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing trick-or-treaters.
Stay on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk. If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic. Only go to homes with a porch light on and, ideally, a well-lit pathway.
