NICEVILLE, Fla. — Halloween falls on Saturday this year, and families across Niceville, Valparaiso, and Bluewater Bay have plenty of chances to celebrate with trick-or-treating, costumes, games, and community festivities throughout the weekend.
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From Friday evening trick-or-treating at Camp Timpoochee to Saturday afternoon church festivals, local organizations have planned family-friendly activities for children and parents throughout the Halloween weekend.
Here’s a look at a few of the Halloween events scheduled for October 30 and 31.
Friday, October 30
Camp Timpoochee Family Trick or Treat Night
4-H Camp Timpoochee will host its seventh annual Family Trick or Treat Night from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 4750 Timpoochee Lane in Niceville.
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Families can enjoy trick-or-treating from cabin to cabin throughout the camp, with local businesses and organizations helping distribute candy. Costumes are encouraged.
Admission is free, although donations are appreciated. The event will also feature information about upcoming summer camp programs and a raffle for a free week of day camp.
Parking is limited, and organizers encourage carpooling. The outdoor event includes uneven walking surfaces, and pets should be left at home.
Saturday, October 31
Halloween on the Hill
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One Church will host Halloween on the Hill from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 108 Highway 85 North in Niceville.
The free community celebration will feature inflatables and carnival games, offering families an afternoon of Halloween fun before evening trick-or-treating begins.
Trunk or Treat in Valparaiso
Valparaiso First Church will host a Trunk or Treat event at 571 Valparaiso Parkway starting at 4 p.m.
The event offers another local Halloween activity for families in the Twin Cities area.
A reminder for trick-or-treaters
With Halloween falling on a Saturday, families can expect children and parents to be out enjoying neighborhood trick-or-treating after dark.
Drivers should use extra caution in residential areas, watch for children crossing streets, and avoid distractions behind the wheel.
Parents are encouraged to accompany younger children, use flashlights or reflective accessories, and remind trick-or-treaters to cross streets at intersections whenever possible.
Event schedules and activities may change, so residents should check with organizers before attending.
