Trick or Treat

Thursday, October 28, 2010 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Because Halloween falls on a Sunday in 2010, Dublin is following the recommendation of the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission to hold 'Trick or Treat' on Thursday if the actual holiday is on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

The change is based on safety concerns as well as potential conflicts with high school and collegiate football games.

Halloween Safety Tips for Kids:

  • Trick-or-treat in a group or with an adult.

  • Walk, don’t run, and stay on sidewalks.

  • Look both ways before crossing streets and only cross the street at corners.

  • Wear reflective clothing.

  • Be sure your costume is not too long. You don’t want to trip or fall.

  • Shoes should fit comfortably (even if they don’t match your costume).

  • Carry only flexible swords, knives and props.

  • Consider using “face paint” instead of a mask. If you wear a mask, be sure you can see out of it clearly.

  • Be sure your parents always know where you are going to trick-or-treat and stay in familiar neighborhoods.

  • Do not ride a bicycle. Your costume might get tangled in the wheels.

  • Keep away from candles and open fires.

  • Accept treats only in doorways. Never go into a house.

  • Visit homes that have the porch light on.

  • Carry a flashlight.

  • Never take candy from strangers.

  • Be cautious of animals.

  • Let parents check your treats before you eat them.

  • Never eat unwrapped candy, opened candy or fruit given to you on Halloween.

Halloween Safety Tips for Parents:

  • Make sure your child eats dinner before setting out.

  • Children should always carry spare change or a cell phone to call home, if necessary.

  • When buying costumes, look for flame retardant material.

Halloween Safety Tips for Homeowners:

  • Keep your yard well-lit if you plan to pass out treats. Turn your lights off if you won’t be home to discourage children from approaching your property.

  • Make sure your yard is clear of such things as ladders, hoses, dog leashes and flower pots that can trip young children.

  • Battery-powered jack-o’lantern candles are preferable to using a real flame.

  • If you do use candles, place the pumpkin well away from trick-or-treaters.

  • Make sure paper or cloth yard decorations won’t be blown into a flaming candle.

  • Healthy food alternatives for trick-or-treaters include packages of crackers with cheese or peanut butter, packaged fruit rolls, mini boxes of raisins or microwave popcorn.

  • For non-food treats try pencils, stickers, coins or plastic toys.

Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers:

  • Drive slow, with caution, all evening.

  • Adult Halloween party goers should have a designated driver.


Page Last Updated: Feb 08, 2010