Livermore PD 'Trick-or-Treat Trail' Canceled; New Events Planned

LIVERMORE, CA — The Livermore police "Trick-or-Treat Trail," a popular event that annually drew throngs of costumed youngsters to department headquarters on Halloween, is canceled for 2020 due to the pandemic, with two, new activities — a photo show and decorating contest — taking its place, according to officials.

"In lieu of LPD’s Trick-or-Treat Trail, we are hosting some COVID-safe community event(s), and we hope you’ll enjoy with us," the Livermore Police Department said.

Locals can nominate their homes, or a neighbor's, for a decorating contest — with winning participants treated to a light-up, drive-by parade and award plaques. Categories include: scariest; funniest; cutest; and most original.

Also planned by the department is a virtual photo show with parents uploading images displaying their children's "Halloween spirit" — such as costumes, artwork or chalk drawings. All registered participants will receive a special-edition, Halloween LPD teddy bear, the department said.

Registration is required for both activities.

Residents can sign-up here for the costume contest. Submissions are due Sunday, Nov. 1.

To nominate a residence for its decorations, follow this link. The entry deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 28.

Over past years, the Trick-or-Treat Trail, a free community event first launched in 2015, featured an indoor "trail," where trick-or-treaters snaked their way through the police station— with each department decked out in different themes.

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