Best times for trick-or-treating, Trunk-or-Treat events

by WTOC Staff, Christopher Teuton

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The City of Savannah, multiple Sheriff’s Offices, and other organizations are hosting several Halloween events during the month of October

Last week, the Recreation and Leisure Services Department of Savannah hosted two events on Oct. 24.

An early Trunk-or-Treat was held at Grayson Stadium, and for pet owners there was Howl-o-Ween at Daffin Park.

Coming up, there are still multiple options for family Halloween fun. Below is a list of other Halloween events the City of Savannah will be hosting:

Savannah Impact Program Trunk-or-Treat
- Thursday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Savannah Impact Program, 2005 Waters Ave.
Water Reclamation Trunk or Treat
- Friday, Oct. 31, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- President Street Reclamation Plant, 1400 E. President St.
SPD Blue Light Fright Night
- Friday, Oct. 31, 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- SPD Central Precinct, 1710 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Chatham County Trunk-or-Treat: Halloween Night

Additionally, the Chatham County Police Department is also hosting a Halloween Night Trunk-or-Treat on Friday, October, 31, 2025.

That event will be held from 6 pm until 8 pm at Chatham County Police Department headquarters, located at 295 Police Memorial Drive.

The event is free and open to the public. Trick-or-Treaters can expect to walk away with treat bags filled with fun Halloween-themed items and plenty of candy, while supplies last.

Parking is free for the event, costumes are encouraged, and everyone should expect to have a great evening.

Joining the Chatham County Police Department for the fun will be Trunk-or-Treat stations sponsored by Chatham County Government, Chatham County Fire, Chatham EMS, and the Chatham County Tax Commissioners Office.

Statesboro Trunk-or-Treat

The Statesboro Police Department’s Trunk-or-Treat event at Mill Creek Regional Park, which originally was supposed to have already taken place, is now scheduled for Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Trick-or-Treat Times

For Effingham County, the Sheriff’s Office says "The time suggested to go out this year will be on Halloween Night, Fri. Oct. 31st, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m."

However, Savannah Police suggest trick-or-treating between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Not all local governments have released a suggested trick-or-treat time, and this page may be updated in the future to include more information as it becomes available.

Sunset in Savannah, Georgia is scheduled to occur around 6:35 p.m. tomorrow.

Previous years have also seen suggested trick-or-treat times vary for each city and county in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry.

Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips

No matter when you take your child trick-or-treating, it is important to remember that there are certain precautions that need to be taken with kids walking around in the streets, especially when it’s getting dark outside.

SEE MORE: Pediatrician gives safety tips for trick-or-treating on Halloween

The Savannah Police Department suggests the following safety precautions:

Only visit familiar, well-lit neighborhoods and homes that have their porch lights on.
Walk on the sidewalk and observe all traffic laws.
Parents should inspect children’s candy before they eat any. If anything is unwrapped or looks suspicious, throw it away.
Make sure trick-or-treaters have a flashlight and are wearing costumes that do not restrict their vision, could cause them to trip, are flame retardant and are light colored and visible. Consider placing reflective tape on costumes or treat bags.
Don’t run! Walk.
Never go into a home while trick-or-treating.
Children should always trick-or-treat with an adult.
Notify the police of any suspicious activity.