Halloween In Newtown: What You Need To Know

Have no fear, Halloween in Newtown is almost here.

With Halloween on a Saturday this year, there are even more events than usual.

Obviously, there will be trick-or-treating. But the fun will get started early in Newtown with the annual Halloween parade.

Here are parade details:

The parade starts at The Stocking Works on South State Street and ends at the Newtown Theatre, where prizes will be given out following the event.

Registration is from 9 to 9:30 a.m.; the parade starts at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcomed to march.

Costume judging categories are:

Halloween Humor
Halloween Horror
Storybook & Fantasy
TV & Movies
Sports
Group Theme
Parent & Child
Youngest Dressed
Pampered Pets
Mayor’s Trophy

Here’s a few more things you may want to know this Halloween in Newtown:

• Check out our 2015 Newtown Halloween Sex Offender Safety Map
• Kids eat for free on Halloween at Applebee’s. Click here for details.
• Here are some safety tips: wear light colored clothing, reflective material, and carry a flashlight. Motorists should drive carefully throughout the weekend. Be sure to drive cautiously and remain alert, especially when traveling through the residential neighborhoods. Be mindful of the leaves on the ground as they will most likely still be wet from the recent rain. The wet leaves are similar to ice when in contact with vehicle tires. Be aware of children potentially darting into the street from in between parked cars.
• Activate your headlights as soon as the sun begins to set.
• Trick or Treaters: Don’t trick or treat alone; always stay with a parent or a group of friends. Utilize glow sticks and reflective tape on Halloween bags to be more visible to motorists. Do not assume that drivers see you. Use caution when crossing streets and watch out for cars. Inspect all candy to ensure it is not tampered with, prior to consuming it.
• Have a budgetary concern? Here’s a look at how much the average family will spend on Halloween this year.