Seasonal & Holidays

Trick-Or-Treat Hours Set In Manhattan For Halloween 2026

Oct. 31 falls on a Saturday this year.

MANHATTAN, IL — Halloween is coming up quick—you're almost out of time to put finishing touches on costumes and stock up on candy for ghoulish visitors.

This year, Oct. 31 falls on a Saturday, and trick or treat hours in Manhattan will be 4 to 8 p.m.

Parents should keep the following tips in mind to ensure everyone stays safe and has a spooky good time:

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  • Stay in groups.
  • Always stay on sidewalks when possible.
  • Flashlights or glowsticks can help with visibility.
  • A responsible adult should accompany young children.
  • If your older children are going alone, plan and review a route acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they should come home. Remind children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas.
  • Put electronic devices down, keep heads up and walk, don't run, across the street.
  • Examine all treats before eating them.

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