Arlington
Trick-or-Treat at Shirlington
Little ghosts, goblins and grim reapers are welcome at this early-afternoon trick-or-treating event. Grab your guide outside of the Shirlington Library and Signature Theater and get on your way to participating locations offering candy, coupons and more. // Village at Shirlington: 2700 S. Quincy St., Arlington; Oct. 26, noon-2 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat and Fall Festival
What’s better than trunk-or-treating? Getting to enjoy all of the other fall activities at the same time! Bob for apples, compete in the pie-eating contest, enter the costume contest and collect candy along the way at First Presbyterian Church of Arlington’s annual fall festival. Don’t miss the spooky organ concert after the fun festivities. // First Presbyterian Church of Arlington: 601 N. Vermont St., Arlington; Oct. 26, 4-7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Arlington Community Church
Dress your best (with a Halloween costume, of course) and celebrate Halloween with Arlington Community Church. Attendees can make their way through the obstacle course, play family-friendly games, win prizes and trunk-or-treat throughout the evening. // Arlington Community Church: 6040 Wilson Blvd., Arlington; Oct. 26, 6:30-8 p.m.; free
Alexandria
Trunk-or-Treat with Shiloh Baptist Church
A safe and family-friendly day to celebrate Halloween might be exactly what you need to get you into the spooky season spirit. Bring your kiddos in costume to enjoy trunk-or-treating, carnival games and more with Shiloh Baptist Church. // Shiloh Baptist Street: 1401 Duke St., Alexandria; Oct. 19, 3-6 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Capital City Church
Family-friendly fun, interactive games and plentiful prizes will all be available at the trunk-or-treat event with Capital City Church, as well as more than enough free candy for local residents. Attendees are encouraged to also contribute to the Blessings in a Backpack initiative, gathering non-perishable items for a local elementary school. // Giant Food parking lot: 5870 Kingstowne Blvd., Alexandria; Oct. 26, noon-3 p.m.; free
Truck-or-Treat at the Community Harvest Festival
Halloween is about more than just candy and costumes, right? At Alfred Street Baptist Church, everyone can enjoy trunk-or-treating, ice cream, costume contests, interactive games, face painting and more. Plus, it’s being held early on a Saturday afternoon, making it great for kids of all ages and an extra Halloween experience not on a school night. // Alfred Street Baptist Church: 301 S. Alfred St., Alexandria; Oct. 26, 1-3 p.m.; free
Oktoberfest & Trunk-or-Treat
More than just trunk-or-treat? Sign us up! This Oktoberfest celebration for the whole family will feature a petting zoo, live music, a bounce house, lots of prizes, food for sale and more. And, kiddos get to trunk-or-treat in a safe and fun environment. // Bethany Lutheran Church: 2501 Beacon Hill Road, Alexandria; Oct. 26, 3-6 p.m.; $5 per family, individuals encouraged to give donations for entrance
Trunk-or-Treat with Fairlington United Methodist
What’s better than spending an evening in a costume and collecting candy? Trunk-or-treat with roasting hot dogs and s’mores, too. Cars will be decorated for Halloween throughout the Fairlington United Methodist Church’s parking lot, where guests can walk around to trunk-or-treat, and, once finished, sit around a fire put to toast s’mores and roast hot dogs for dinner. // Fairlington United Methodist Church: 3900 King St., Alexandria; Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m.; free
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Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Franconia United Methodist Church
Crafts, snacks and more can be found at Franconia United Methodist Church’s annual trunk-or-treat event, where kids ages 3 to 12 can wear their costumes and gather all the candy their heart desires from local residents. // Franconia United Methodist Church: 6037 Franconia Road, Alexandria; Oct. 26, 6-8 p.m.; free
MVPC Annual Trunk-or-Treat
If you thought getting a few more Snickers bars and Skittles packs is what trunk-or-treating is all about, Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church wants to wow you with its decorative trunks for all to enjoy. Bring out your kids for a fun, safe Halloween celebration with community members, or register your own car to hand out treats! // Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church: 2001 Sherwood Lane, Alexandria; Oct. 27, 11:30 a.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Calvary Road Baptist Church
No scary costumes are allowed at this trunk-or-treat, but everyone is welcome! Bring the family for a Halloween celebration filled with candy, sweet treats, hot chocolate and more. // Calvary Road Baptist Church: 6811 Beulah St., Alexandria; Oct. 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free
Fairfax
Trunk-or-Treat with Commonwealth Fairfax
Do some early trunk-or-treating at this community-friendly event, where kids can also enjoy stations for ring toss, mini bowling, pumpkin painting and more! // Daniels Run Elementary: 3705 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax; Oct. 19, 3 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with YMCA Fairfax County Reston
Trunk-or-treating with games, snacks and more at the YMCA Fairfax County Reston location is sure to be a hit. Tickets are $3 per child, but if you donate a giant bag of candy before the event, you’ll receive a free pass! Plus, be sure to enter your car in the trunk-or-treat contest; the first place prize is a one-month membership to the YMCA. // YMCA Fairfax County Reston: 12196 Sunset Hills Road, Reston; Oct. 24, 6:30-8 p.m.; $3 per child, free with candy donation
Trunk-or-Treat with Fairfax Community Church
Fairfax Community Church is ready for its trunk-or-treat celebration in 2019, which it compares to a Halloween-themed tailgate party. Kids can gather candy, play games and enjoy the company of neighbors in Fairfax. // Fairfax Community Church: 11451 Braddock Road, Fairfax; Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Holy Spirit Catholic School
Want to take a Halloween celebration indoors? Holy Spirit Catholic School will have activities for kids, a costume contest and more at its indoor trunk or treat (where participants decorate stations rather than their cars) and community residents can be sure to leave with lots of candy! // Holy Spirit Catholic School: 8800 Braddock Road, Annandale; Oct. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free
No Tricks, Just Treats
Burke Centre Shopping Center is looking to give out free candy to any kiddo with a costume (as long as they’re accompanied by a parent) on Saturday afternoon, making this Hallo-weekend even better! // Burke Centre Shopping Center: 5749 Burke Center Parkway, Burke; Oct. 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Lewinsville Presbyterian Church
A fun-filled day for the whole family featuring trunk-or-treating, carnival games, ice cream, snacks, a cake walk, puppets and more. // Lewinsville Presbyterian Church: 1724 Chain Bridge Road, McLean; Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.; free
Third Annual Trunk-or-Treat
Has your kiddo wanted to walk in a Halloween parade? Well, now they can at Focus Family Karate. Walking in the costume parade (and entering into the costume contest) will be followed by trunk-or-treating, as well as a costume contest and parade for the adults. // Focus Family Karate: 11230 Waples Mill Road, Suite 160, Fairfax; Oct. 26, 4:30-8 p.m.; free, donations to Thanksgiving food drive encouraged
Franklin Farm KinderCare Trunk-or-Treat
Trunk-or-treating in a safe environment? Check. Getting a tour of a not-so-scary bus? Check. Getting all of the candy? Check. Be sure to check out this trunk-or-treat celebration to enjoy more than just candy grabbing, and find the inflatable slide, face painting station and more. // Franklin Farm KinderCare: 13228 Franklin Farm Road, Herndon; Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m.; free
Trick-or-Treat at Famille
Stop by Famille Cafe in your costume and be sure to grab some candy. // Famille Cafe: 700A W. Broad St., Falls Church; Oct. 26-27, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Lord of Life Lutheran Church
Come browse the decorated trunks and vote on your favorites with spare change as your kiddos trick-or-treat the afternoon away. Awards will be given to the most creative trunk, most biblical and most Halloween-themed. Plus, kids can enjoy games, crafts and more. // Lord of Life Lutheran Church: 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax; Oct. 27, 4-5:15 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Providence Presbyterian Church
Trunk-or-treating, family-fun activities, a cake walk and more will take place at this trunk-or-treat celebration in Fairfax. // Providence Presbyterian Church: 9019 Little Rover Turnpike, Fairfax; Oct. 29, 4-6 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Chick-Fil-A Fair Lakes
Be sure to grab some chicken nuggets for dinner and head to the Chick-Fil-A parking lot for trunk-or-treating in Fair Lakes. A kid-friendly, fun night for everyone! // Chick-Fil-A Fair Lakes: 4516 Fair Knoll Drive, Fairfax; Oct. 29, 5-7 p.m.; free
Sully Police & Friends Trunk-or-Treat
Celebrate Halloween in a safe and family-oriented atmosphere while trunk-or-treating in Chantilly with the Sully Police district. There will be Halloween-decorated trunks, live music and lots and lots of candy. The department is asking interested attendees to register through Eventbrite to ensure there is enough candy for everyone. // Parking lot between Dulles Expo Center and Chantilly Walmart: 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly; Oct. 31, 5:30-9 p.m.; free
Loudoun
Trun-or- Treat with Loudoun County YMCA
Trunk-or-treating, fall games, a cake walk and live music. You’ll want to plan to attend this late morning, community-friendly Halloween event this year. // YMCA Loudoun County: 624 W. Church Road, Sterling; Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with More Than Cheer
For More Than Cheer’s first-ever trunk-or-treat, expect dinner for the whole family, unlimited game wristbands and lots of local vendors. Kids of all ages can enjoy trunk-or-treating and entering their age group’s costume contest. // More Than Cheer: 44200 Waxpool Road, Suite 147, Ashburn; Oct. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free admission, food and game ticket prices vary
Trunk-or-Treat at Ridgetop Coffee
Candy, moon bounces, sensory stations, free mini pumpkins, music, dancing, games and candy … what more could you want? Food and drinks will be available for purchase during this local trunk-or-treat event too. // Ridgetop Coffee & Tea: 21631 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling; Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-noon; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Purcellville Baptist Church
Food trucks, indoor games, fun activities and a dance party make this trunk-or-treat experience even better. And make sure you gather all of the candy your heart desires to celebrate Halloween with the community. // Purcellville Baptist Church: 601 Yaxley Drive, Purcellville; Oct. 27, 4-7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat at Claude Moore Community Center
Kids from infant-age to 12 years old can enjoy trick-or-treating in their costumes at Claude Moore Community Center this year. Bring extra candy or even decorate your car to participate as a whole family too. // Claude Moore Community Center: 46105 Loudoun Park Lane, Sterling; Oct. 31, 3:15-4 p.m.; free
Manassas and Manassas Park
Halloween Party and Trunk-or-Treat
All are welcome to this Halloween-themed party and trunk-or-treat event at Manasseh Lodge. Community members will find interactive games and activities, refreshments and more at the Halloween-themed celebration. // Manasseh Lodge No. 182: 9810 Cockrell Road, Manassas; Oct. 18, 7-9 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with River of Grace Lutheran Church
A free, fun-filled family event with trunk-or-treat, games, snacks, dancing, contests, a hayride and so much more. Costumes are highly encouraged to celebrate the season. // River of Grace Lutheran Church: 15012 Dumfries Road, Manassas; Oct. 19, 5-7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat in Historic Manassas
During Historic Manassas’ Haunted Happenings event, be sure to stop by the trunk-or-treat area for candy and meet-and-greets with local police officers. // Historic Manassas: 9431 W. St., Manassas; Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-noon; free
Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Manassas Mall
Join the Prince William County Police Department and first responders to find dozens of decorated vehicles filled with candy that are ready to welcome local trick-or-treaters. // Manassas Mall: 8300 Sudley Road, Manassas; Oct. 29, 5:30-8 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with St. Thomas UMC
At this trunk-or-treat event, you’ll find more than just candy and decorated cars. Find a night full of fun with food and treats, bounce houses, games, activities and more. All children must be accompanied by an adult. // St. Thomas United Methodist Church: 8899 Sudley Road, Manassas; Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat at Manassas Park Community Center
Don’t be scared if you see a ghost or goblin poking around outside of the Manassas Park Community Center. As a safe alternative to trick-or-treating, head to the parking lot of the community center to mix and mingle with local residents and let the kiddos gather candy for days to come. // Manassas Community Park Center: 99 Adams St., Manassas Park; Oct. 31, 5:30-7 p.m.; free
Prince William
SPUMC Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat
A fun afternoon filled with playing games, trunk-or-treating, hopping in a bounce house and more is a great way to spend a weekend afternoon on Hallo-weekend. Be sure to check out the cake walk and food too! All proceeds go to the Winter Break Groceries Project. // St. Paul United Methodist Church: 1400 G St., Woodbridge; Oct. 26, 4:30-6:30 p.m.; free, food prices vary
Trunk-or-Treat with Good Shepard Lutheran Church
Put on your best costume and head over to the community Halloween party with Good Shepard Lutheran Church. Hot dogs, s’mores and lots of candy make this event a Halloween must-do. // Good Shepard Lutheran Church: 15695 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge; Oct. 26, 5:30-8:30 p.m.; free
Fauquier
Trunk-or-Treat with Grace Church
Celebrate the spirit of Halloween with this early-afternoon trunk-or-treating, as well as family-friendly games and contests for all to enjoy. // 6507 Main St., The Plains; Oct. 26, 3-5 p.m.; free
Fredericksburg
Trunk-or-Treat with Highway Assembly of God
Find your safe alternative to trick-or-treating at the annual trunk-or-treat with Highway Assembly of God. There will be lots and lots of candy, free popcorn and hot chocolate, and interactive games for kids. // Highway Assembly of God: 2221 Jefferson Davis Highway, Fredericksburg; Oct. 23, 7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Saint Patrick Catholic School
All ages are welcome to this free community trunk-or-treat. Decorate your car to be entered to win the best decorated car prize. // Saint Patrick Catholic School: 9151 Elys Ford Road, Fredericksburg; Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Fredericksburg Studio of the Arts
Members of The Fredericksburg Studio of the Arts can enjoy a night of trunk-or-treating and a Halloween celebration in Studio A as the “Haunted Room.” Bring a bag of nut-free candy, your Halloween costume and a donation for a local food bank and you’re ready to party. // The Fredericksburg Studio of the Arts: 6328 Five Mile Centre Park, Suite 408-410, Fredericksburg; Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m.; FSA members only
Trunk-or-Treat and Harvest Festival
Show up early to the Harvest Festival and be sure to pick your pumpkin in the pumpkin patch (while supplies last!). This free event will feature games, concessions and trunk-or-treating for all to enjoy. // St. Matthews UMC Fredericksburg; Oct. 27, 4:30-7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat Festival with American Family Fitness
American Family Fitness is hosting trunk-or-treating at its fall festival, and every participant receives pizza, bottled water, a free InBody test and two free AFF week passes to share. Plus, lots of candy to enjoy for everyone. // American Friendly Fitness Fredericksburg: 10020 Southpoint Parkway, Fredericksburg; Oct. 28, 5-7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat at TitleMax
The event is for more than just current and former customers of TitleMax Title Loans, the whole community is invited. Grab handfuls of candy, enjoy refreshments and maybe you’ll even catch a few tricks! // TitleMax Title Loans: 3405 Plank Road, Fredericksburg; Oct. 30, 5-7 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Faith Baptist Church
Trick-or-treating two nights in a row? Whether you’re looking for a safe alternative to trick-or-treating through your neighborhood, or a way to keep the Halloween celebrations going throughout the week, be sure to head out to Faith Baptist church for trunk-or-treat. // Faith Baptist Church: 4105 Plank Road, Fredericksburg; Oct. 30, 6:45-8 p.m.; free
Trunk-or-Treat with Fairview Baptist Church
Happy Halloween! Trunk-or-treat and join community members at Fairview Baptist Church for a night of candy and costume-worthy fun. // Fairview Baptist Church: 900 Charlotte St., Fredericksburg; Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.; free
