Trick or Treat Guidance for Parents and Treat-Givers

Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 6:00pm to 8:30pm


Cute cartoon Halloween characters

The City of Midwest City will continue its practice of encouraging trick-or-treating on Halloween, which is Thursday, October 31, 2024.

 

Residents who wish to participate can show their support by turning on their porch lights from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

 

It is recommended that all trick-or-treat activities end by 9 p.m.

The following best practices are recommended for Trick-or-Treaters:

  • Stay home if you are sick
  • Use hand sanitizer frequently while trick-or-treating

The following safety tips are recommended for Treat-Givers:

  • Do not hand out candy if you are sick
  • Wash your hands frequently or use sanitizer frequently while handing out candy
  • Refrain from having children select their own treats from a bowl or common container

Recommendations for Parents/Guardians include:

  • Keep your family at home if someone is sick
  • Talk to your children about safety
  • Wash hands as soon as you return home
  • Allow children to eat only factory-wrapped treats
  • Avoid homemade treats