Ames City-Wide Trick or Treat

Trick-or-Treating in Ames has been set for Friday, Oct. 30 with recommended hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., due to an Iowa State home football game on Halloween.

Make sure to use caution that evening as many will be out looking for their treats. Let’s plan for a safe and happy Halloween!

Safety Tips for Kids:

Travel with a parent/guardian or a responsible adult

Travel only in familiar areas

Inspect treats at home before eating them

Safety Tips for Drivers:

Slow down in residential areas

Obey all traffic signs and signals

Pay extra attention at crosswalks and intersections

Safety Tips for Everyone:

Talk openly about safety and expectations for the night

Never enter a stranger’s home or vehicle

Don’t trick-or-treat alone