Elgin Trick-or-Treating Hours, Safety Tips

ELGIN, IL — Hundreds of kids will be wearing their favorite costumes and trick-or-treating their hearts out around Elgin on Wednesday, Oct. 31. The City of Elgin has announced its official trick-or-treating hours for 2018: Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Make sure to follow these Halloween safety tips, courtesy ofthe Elgin Police Department:

• Young children should be accompanied by their parents or another trusted adult at all times
• One member of each group should carry a lit flashlight for easy visibility
• Make sure that costumes don’t limit visibility or mobility
• Children should be dressed in light-colored costumes for easy visibility
• Always cross streets at intersections and walk on the sidewalk
• Wait until you get home to eat your treats – parents are encouraged to check candy first

People who are giving out candy should turn on porch or exterior lights to keep trick-or-treaters safe. The city is also asking that drivers be especially observant when getting around during trick or treating times — be on the lookout for children crossing the street.

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