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Trick or Treat New Albany 2026

October 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

2026 Trick-or-Treat Rescheduled for October 29

After significant community feedback, the City of New Albany has chosen to reschedule Trick-or-Treat to Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 6-8pm, rain or shine. This date is consistent with the longstanding recommendation of the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC).

To reflect community feedback and help families plan for the holiday in coming years, New Albany will celebrate Trick-or-Treat on the date recommended by MORPC going forward.

We look forward to celebrating Halloween together!

Inclement Weather:

Keep an eye on the forecast and prepare for the weather.
Wear weather-appropriate costumes, and consider reflective elements for visibility.
Remember flashlights for added safety.

Trick or Treaters and Treat Givers:

Trick or treat with members of your household or with a trusted adult.
Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat.
Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you. WALK and don?t run from house to house.
Look both ways before crossing the street. Use crosswalks wherever possible.
Be sure your parents always know where you are going to trick or treat.
Do not ride a bicycle because your costume might get tangled in the wheels.
Accept treats only outside of a home. Never go into a house.

Tips for Parents:

Turn off house lights if you are not participating this year.
When buying costumes, look for flame retardant material.
Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them.

Tips for Drivers:

Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods.
Take extra time to look for kids at intersections and on medians and curbs.
Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.
Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and surroundings.
Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.

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