TRI-STATE (WFIE) -
Have little ghouls or goblins in your house? There will be several family friendly Halloween events going on in the Tri-State this year, that just may satisfy their need for tricks AND treats.
We have compiled a list with information on some of those events and also some safety tips:
KSP: Watch Out for Little Goblins: Halloween. It's time for candy, costumes and trick-or-treating! With many festivities kicking off this weekend, Kentucky State Police wants to make sure parents review safety tips with their little ‘goblins'.
Trick or Treat at cMoe: The Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe) is hosting "Trick or Treat at cMoe"
Covenant Community Church hosts FamilyFest: The largest one day event in western Kentucky. The parking lot will be filled with games, carnival rides, food, face painting, picture booth and more. Free candy will be given out to all of the children.
Kids work off treats with Zumba tricks: The Gibson County Health Department will host a Trick or Treat event Tuesday night in Princeton.
Bethel Temple hosts Trunk or Treat: Bethel Temple Community Church, at 4400 Lincoln Avenue, will host Trunk or Treat. 8000 are expected to attend this huge event.
A scare of a good time at Kid Safe Treats!: New Harmonie Healthcare will be hosting Kid Safe Treats!
Tri-State Trick or Treat times:
Owensboro:
Halloween will be observed Wednesday, October 31. Halloween is not an official holiday. Government offices and businesses are open as usual and public services run on regular schedules. If you drive around in late afternoon or evening, it is important to keep a careful lookout for children trick-or-treating.
Henderson County:
Downtown Trick or Treating - October 31st, 3:00 to 5:00pm
The Henderson Police Department is recommending that children go Trick or Treating on Halloween from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. To ensure the safety of everyone who may be out during this time, they suggest:
- Walking with an adult
- Having adults check candy before it is eaten
- Walk, don't run
- Be careful crossing streets
- Don't walk through yards. Use driveways and sidewalks
- Finish trick-or-treating before dark
- Wear clothing that will be visible in low light conditions
- Motorists should slow down, especially in neighborhoods and watch out for children
Dubois County:
Jasper: 6 - 8 p.m.
Huntingburg: 5:30 – 8 p.m.
For Southern Illinois Trick or Treat times click here
For Perry County Trick or Treat times click here
14 News would also like to see your Halloween costume. You can send us your pictures on our Facebook page or email them to us at Upload@14News.com.
Remember to take a flashlight and a cell phone for safety.
Have fun and stay safe Tri-State!!!
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