When To Trick Or Treat In Falls Church, Plus Trunk Or Treat Events For Kids

FALLS CHURCH, VA — It's that time of year when children will show up at doorsteps, hoping to wow residents with their costumes in exchange for candy. In the City of Falls Church, trick-or-treat is expected on Monday, Oct. 31.

The City of Falls Church does not set a specific date for trick-or-treat, so it is expected to happen the evening of Oct. 31. If you live in Fairfax County, trick-or-treat is also on Oct. 31 and is not set by the county government. Some homeowners associations or apartment complexes may set different times for trick-or-treat.

To prepare for trick-or-treat, the City of Falls Church offers the following safety tips:

For Trick-or-Treaters

• Travel in groups with at least one responsible adult.
• Only approach well-lit homes.
• Adults should carry flashlights. Children can carry flashlights or glow sticks.
• Travel on sidewalks and use caution when crossing streets. Do not jaywalk.
• Costumes should not be restrictive, should not hinder the child’s vision, and should be clearly visible at night. Costumes with light reflecting materials are highly recommended. Glow stick necklaces and bracelets are a great addition to any costume.
• Wait until you are home in a well-lit room before consuming candy.
• Although tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any of the following candies that have: an unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes or tears in wrappers, spoiled or unwrapped items, and homemade items or baked goods (unless you know and trust the people who gave them).

For Residents Handing Out Candy

• If you are handing out treats, make sure your porch light is on and walkways are lit.
• Sweep your driveway and walkway to prevent scraped knees and other accidents.
• Keep your pet in a room away from the front door. You’ll keep them less stressed, prevent unwanted harm and protect them from getting loose.
• Use LED lights instead of real candles in jack-o-lanterns and other decorations.
• Hand out pre-packaged treats only; do not bake or hand out fruit. Consider non-candy items like stickers, glow sticks, or other novelty items that can be enjoyed by everyone regardless of allergies and age.

SEE ALSO: When To Trick Or Treat In Fairfax County 2022; Trunk Or Treat Events

Trunk-or-Treat/Trick-Or-Treat Events

Here are some upcoming trunk-or-treat and trick-or-treat events in and around Falls Church. If you would like to share an event, email emily.leayman@patch.com. You can also add events to your local Patch calendar.

Trunk or Treat: Saturday, Oct. 22, 4 p.m.

• Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA

Halloween Carnival: Saturday, Oct. 29, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• Cherry Hill Park, 312 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA
• Inclement weather location: Falls Church Community Center, 223 Little Falls Street, Falls Church, VA

Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-Off: Saturday, Oct. 29, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

• Forest Hollow Swim Club, 4330 Old Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA

Trunk or Treat: Saturday, Oct. 29, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• 225 E. Broad Street, Falls Church, VA

Old Firehouse Festival of Frights and Trunk or Treat: Saturday, Oct. 29, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• The Old Firehouse, 1440 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA

Shirlington Trick or Treat: Saturday, Oct. 29, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• The Village at Shirlington, Campbell Avenue, Arlington, VA

Trunk or Treat: Sunday, Oct. 30, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

• Columbia Baptist Church, 103 W. Columbia Street, Falls Church, VA

Trunk or Treat: Sunday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

• 2501 Gallows Rd., Dunn Loring, VA