Does your kid love Halloween? Here are 6 trick-or-treating events leading up to the big night
Too much work goes into a Halloween costume to only get one candy pay-off, which is probably why there are so many trick-or-treat events happening around Rhode Island in the lead-up to Halloween.
These events are conveniently timed so that the most enterprising candy gatherer could find a way to go to all of them, though it would make for a very busy Saturday (and since not all of them are free, it's also probably not the most cost-effective scenario).
Whether you're looking for one more chance to don your costume or a weather-proof candy option, these six events happening around the state will have you saying "trick or treat?"
Trick or Treat at the State House
When: Thursday, Oct. 26, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: The State House, 82 Smith St., Providence
What to know: For once, the legislators, lobbyists and denied public records requests won’t be the scariest thing at the State House. Trick-or-treaters are invited to the “Spooky State House” event. There will be decorations and “friendly frights from the offices of Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Gov. Dan McKee, Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos, Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, General Treasurer James A. Diossa, the Rhode Island Senate, and the Rhode Island House of Representatives,” according to a press release announcing the event.
Admission is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. All ages are welcome.
Boo: House of 1000 Pumpkins in Cranston RI open nightly
Trick or treat at The Breakers
When: Friday, Oct. 27, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Ave., Newport
What to know: The fanciest place to go trick-or-treating in Rhode Island, bring a bag and head to one of the most impressive Newport mansions for this annual event. The Breakers bills the event as slightly spooky with plenty of treats and prizes.
Trick-or-treating happens in two sessions, at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, but kids under 2 are free. The event is also free for family-level members, but they do need to register in advance. People are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center food pantry.
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Trick or Treat at the Farmer's Market
When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Farm Fresh Rhode Island, 10 Sims Ave., Providence
What to know: It’s not fruits and veggies at the Farm Fresh RI Farmer’s Market, there are plenty of treats. Children under the age of 14 are invited to trick-or-treat at the farmer’s market on Oct. 28 when about 20 businesses will be giving out treats. There will also be a costume contest, cookie decorating and live music.
Admission is free.
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Trick or Treat at the Zoo
When: Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Roger Williams Park Zoo
What to know: At this point, you’ve probably heard about the Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular at the Zoo, but have you heard about Spooky Zoo? For the cost of zoo admission on Saturday, Oct. 28, kids and adults alike get a trick-or-treat bag. There will also be live music, costumed characters and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
The Wicked Walk at the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge
When: Saturday, Oct. 28, from 3 to 6 p.m.
Where: Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge & 195 District Park in Providence
What to know: Attracting thousands of little trick-or-treaters, this free public event invites kids to explore interactive themed “Halloween Doors” and a story walk while collecting candy. There are also Halloween crafts, activities and a ghost haunt adventure walk.
Trick or Treat at the Providence Place mall
When: Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Where: Providence Place mall, 1 Providence Place
What to know: If you’re looking for a spot to go on Halloween that’s protected from the elements, the Providence Place mall has you covered. Go store to store collecting sweets from participating businesses. Children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult, and only children under the age of 12 can wear costumes with full face coverings.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Go trick or treating in RI this Halloween beyond the neighborhood
