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Kids of all ages can’t wait to go trick-or-treating on Halloween, dates are finally coming in… slowly! We will be updating the 2022 TRICK-OR-TREAT Times in Baton Rouge and beyond as they are announced.

While every effort has been made to ensure this information is accurate, we encourage you to verify that all details are correct and have not changed. If you have information that we have missed, please let us know!

Baton Rouge Trick or Treat Hours – And beyond!

Trick-or-treat hours in the city limits of Baton Rouge and unincorporated areas of East Baton Rouge are set for 6 – 8 p.m. on Monday, October 31.

{2022 Trick-or-Treat hours subject to change}

East Baton Rouge Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Oct. 31
West Baton Rouge Parish — 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Oct. 31
Ascension Parish (Prairieville, Gonzales, Sorrento) — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Oct. 31
Assumption Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Oct. 31
Livingston Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Oct. 31st
This includes French Settlement and areas outside of municipal limits within Livingston Parish.
(Town of Livingston will Trick or Treat on the 29th)
Denham Springs and the City of Walker — 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Oct. 31
Zachary — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Oct. 31.

Halloween Safety Tips from Baton Rouge Police Department:

Never allow children to trick-or-treat without adult supervision.
Always stay in groups.
Use sidewalks and stay out of the street whenever possible.
Wear reflective clothing or bright costumes.
Trick-or-treat only in familiar neighborhoods.
Do not allow children to eat any candy or treats until thoroughly checked by an adult.
Drivers are asked to slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods.
Call the police if any suspicious activity occurs, or if candy is suspected to be tainted.
Residents are urged to hand out only manufactured, sealed candy.

Find more safety tips here: batonrougefamilyfun.com/safe-trick-or-treating

Here are a few more posts you might find helpful:

Halloween in Baton Rouge – Things to Do
Baton Rouge Family Fun Fall Events Guide

5 Tips for Safe Trick or Treating

If you plan to use makeup, test it on a small area of skin first to ensure it doesn’t cause an allergic reaction. Wash makeup off immediately after returning home.

Costume accessories should be soft and pliable in order to reduce injury risk. Don’t wear decorative contact lenses, which can cause eye infections.

Comfortable and supportive footwear can help prevent blisters and sprains.

Discard homemade treats and unwrapped goods, the risk isn’t worth it, as one doesn’t know the exact ingredients used in preparation. Prevent possible allergy exposure, bacteria, and lastly poison by only allowing wrapped, sealed treats.

When trick-or-treating, children should stay alert and walk in groups or with a trusted adult. The reality is there are predators who use Halloween in particular as a day to disguise themselves. Safeguard your children by making sure they stick together in a large group and have an adult along to prevent an incident from unfolding.”

If children aren’t accompanied by an adult, they should carry a charged cell phone so they can call for help immediately, or provide parents with updates about their location, he said. And kids should know not to text while walking or crossing an intersection.