Here are some of the Triangle’s best spots to go trick-or-treating (+ find the best candy)
It’s almost time for trick-or-treaters to stock up on candy. And if you and your family need help finding your favorite sweets, you’re in luck.
Here’s a quick guide to finding Halloween candy in the Triangle.
How to find candy using NextDoor
You can use NextDoor’s Treat Map (nextdoor.com/treat_map) to find houses in your neighborhood giving out candy.
Treat icons on the map mark participating homes. Just click on the icons to find out the name and location of the homeowner handing out candy.
You can also add your home to the map to show trick-or-treaters where to stop for candy.
NextDoor offers the following tips when trick-or-treating:
Stay Safe: Always prioritize safety. Stick to well-lit areas and only visit homes that are participating on the Treat Map.
Respect Privacy: Be mindful that not all neighbors may want to participate. Only visit houses that have opted in.
Follow Local Guidelines: Adhere to any local guidelines or recommendations to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween for everyone.
Best trick-or-treating neighborhoods in Raleigh, Durham & Cary
Some Reddit users asked for help finding the best trick-or-treating neighborhoods in the Triangle.
In Raleigh, people recommended:
Historic Oakwood
Boylan Heights
Headingham
Harrington Grove
Bedford at Falls River
In Durham, people recommended:
Watts-Hillandale Historic District
Northgate Park
Garrett Farms
In Cary, people recommended:
- Lochmere
- Scottish Hills
- Oxxford Hunt
- Kitts Creek
- Coronado Village
You can use social media websites like NextDoor, Facebook and Reddit to search for trick-or-treating hotspots near you. Try searching for neighborhoods that offer decked-out decorations, full-size candy bars or even activities for adults.
Trick-or-treat events around the Triangle
Check out these free trick-or-treat events around the Triangle on Halloween (Thursday, Oct. 31):
AAA and treats in Raleigh, with candy, photo opps and giveaway bags, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Trick-or-treating at North Hills in Raleigh, with candy and a chance to win a North Hills gift card, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Trick-or-treating in downtown Clayton, with candy, photo ops and games, 1-3 p.m.
Trick-or-treat at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh, with candy, photo ops with your favorite characters and activities by Big Air Raleigh, 2-5 p.m.
Trick-or-treat the trail at White Deer Park in Garner, with candy, food trucks and a creep-crawly exhibit in the nature center, 3-6 p.m.
Trick-or-treating in the Northgate Mall parking lot in Durham, with emergency vehicles and a donation drive (travel-size hygiene and comfort items) to help first responders in Western NC after Helene, 5-7:30 p.m.
Shepherd’s Church Fall Fest in Cary, with indoor trunk-or-treat, inflatables and games, 5-7:30 p.m.
Trunk-or-treat at Aversboro Road Baptist Church in Garner, with candy, games inflatables and concessions, 6-8 p.m.
This story was originally published October 30, 2024 at 11:42 AM.
