The temperatures are starting to cool and the leaves on the trees are beginning their transformation from lush green hues to striking reds and golds. All of this means that Halloween is right around the corner. Many families are already thinking ahead and planning their trick-or-treating plan of attack. Here are four places to consider taking your children to trick-or-treat this Halloween:
Your Neighborhood
Your own neighborhood is usually the best place to start your Halloween adventure. Not only it is easy and convenient, but it also helps to build community by staying close to home. Kids love hanging with their neighborhood friends and running into people that they know around every corner. You can also trust your neighbors more to take care when driving and handing out safe treats. And if you are lucky, your favorite neighbor may even sneak your kids some extra candy. As a bonus, you are also more familiar with your own neighborhood, making it easier to navigate the roads in the dark.
The Wealthy Neighborhood
It is no secret that the wealthiest neighborhoods are usually the best places to trick-or-treat. Not only are they generally well-lit and safe, but they also have residences that are more likely to hand out the best candy and treats. Spending your Halloween in a wealthy area can provide a big jackpot when looking for the best treats and festive decor. Be sure to take time to teach your kids proper trick-or-treating etiquette before you head out to a new neighborhood. Good manners will endear them to the residents and deliver a more enjoyable Halloween experience for everyone.
The Mall
Even with the best of intentions and most careful parenting, Halloween night can be dangerous for kids when they take to the streets in the dark. Children are four times more likely to be struck by a motor vehicle on Halloween than on other nights of the year. To avoid your child having to cross a busy road, consider taking them to the local mall. Many malls are happy to encourage merchants to hand out candy to shoppers. Not only will you enjoy a temperature-controlled environment, but you will also not have to worry about the safety of your children out on the roads.
The Number One Trick-or-Treating City in the US
If you are lucky enough to live near Orem, Utah, be sure to consider this gem of a city for your Halloween outing. Rated as the number one trick-or-treating city in the US in 2018, Orem is known for its low incidence of violent crime and large number of kids looking to get out and celebrate this fun holiday. Orem also enjoys favorable average temperatures and low amounts of precipitation at the end of October, increasing the odds that you will have great weather for trick-or-treating.
Choosing the right trick-or-treating destination will ensure that your family has a safe and fun time. With the right planning, you can make this Halloween one to truly remember for years to come.
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