Ascension and East Baton Rouge Parishes Set Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours
Children across multiple Louisiana parishes will take to the streets for trick-or-treating between 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, according to official parish schedules compiled by WAFB. The announced times establish specific windows for neighborhood door-to-door visits alongside a slate of community trunk-or-treat events and safety guidelines issued by local leaders.
Parish Trick-or-Treat Schedules and Official Times
Local government bodies across the region have finalized distinct evening windows for families observing the holiday. Ascension Parish has scheduled trick-or-treating from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., while neighboring Assumption Parish set its hours slightly later, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. In East Baton Rouge Parish, authorized hours run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
East Feliciana Parish limits its official window to the Clinton city limits from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Livingston Parish authorities set evening hours from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. St. Helena Parish designated Greensburg city limits from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and West Baton Rouge Parish established a 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. window.
Community Celebrations and Trunk-or-Treat Events
Organized gatherings begin ahead of Saturday evening. Stone Cold Knights MC Clubhouse at 1325 Airline Highway in Baton Rouge hosts a Trunk-or-Treat at the Dungeon on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. In Clinton, Janice Betrece hosts a Trunk-or-Treat event on Friday, Oct. 29, starting at 5 p.m. behind the Clinton Courthouse Square.
On Saturday, Oct. 31, Anthony B. Kenney, Jr. hosts the second annual Monster Mash Halloween Celebration from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jewel J. Newman Community Center at 2013 Central Road in Baton Rouge, offering games, candy, and entertainment. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church holds its parish fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring a STEM-themed haunted house and trunk-or-treat activities. Darryl Hurst hosts the 5th annual District 5 Blocktober Fest from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the Monticello Boulevard Median. Additionally, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church hosts a Fall Fest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1322 Church Street in Zachary.
Safety Guidelines Issued by Mayor-President Sid Edwards Office
The office of Sid Edwards released safety recommendations for families participating in evening activities. Officials advise residents to plan routes in advance, stick to well-lit areas, and inform a trusted contact of the intended route and duration.
To maximize visibility for drivers, children should wear reflective costumes, carry flashlights or glow sticks, and remain on sidewalks rather than cutting across unlit yards or dark streets. Families are encouraged to use a buddy system and travel with a trusted adult. Upon returning home, parents should inspect all collected candy and discard any unwrapped or suspicious items, paying close attention to food allergy labels.
Frequently Asked Questions About Regional Halloween Schedules
What are the trick-or-treating hours in East Baton Rouge Parish?
East Baton Rouge Parish has scheduled official trick-or-treating from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31.
Where is the Monster Mash Halloween Celebration taking place?
Anthony B. Kenney, Jr. is hosting the free family event from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jewel J. Newman Community Center, located at 2013 Central Road in Baton Rouge.
What safety recommendations did local officials provide for costumes?
The Mayor-President’s office advises wearing reflective or bright-colored costumes, adding reflective tape to treat bags, and carrying flashlights or glow sticks to ensure visibility to drivers.