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Trick or Treating in James City County, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton and more this Halloween
October 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Trick or Treating in James City County, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton and more this Halloween 2025
For those who choose to participate here are the hours!
James City County trick-or-treating Hours: 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 31 for children ages 12 and under Trick-or-treat hours in James City County are from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 31 for children 12 and under. Households that do not want to participate should turn off their porch lights.
Hours for surrounding towns:
- City of Williamsburg Trick or Treating Hours: 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31 for children ages 12 and under
- James City County trick-or-treating Hours: 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31 for children ages 12
- York County Trick or Treating Hours: 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31 for children ages 12 and under
- Chesapeake-Friday, Oct. 31 Kids up to age 14, from 6pm until 8pm
- Hampton– Friday, Oct. 31 Kids ages 12 and younger from dusk until 8pm
- Newport News – Friday, Oct. 31 Kids ages 12 and under, no later than 8pm
- Portsmouth–Friday, Oct. 31 Kids ages 12 and under, no later than 8pm
- Virginia Beach–Friday, Oct. 31 Kids 12 years of age and younger, dusk and until 8pm
James City County Police recommend the following tips for a safe Halloween night:
- Costume Safety: Choose costumes that are easy to walk in and short enough to prevent tripping. Ensure they are made from non-flammable materials and are easily visible in the dark. Consider adding reflective tape to enhance visibility.
- Plan Your Route: Trick-or-treaters should plan their route, selecting familiar neighborhoods that are well-lit. Only visit homes that have their porch lights on.
- Supervise Young Children: Young children should never go trick-or-treating without an adult or older sibling accompanying them.
- Tips for Older Children: Older children who go out without an adult should do so in a group, ensuring their route and return time is approved by a caretaker.
- Visibility: Carry a flashlight or glow stick to light the way and increase visibility to drivers.
- Crossing the Street: Trick-or-treaters should cross streets only at intersections. Never cross between parked cars or in the middle of the block. Whenever possible, stay on sidewalks.
- Walking in the Road: If there is no sidewalk, walk as far left of the roadway as possible and face oncoming traffic.
- Watch for Hazards: When approaching a house, be cautious of candles in Jack-O-Lanterns or other decorations that could catch clothing on fire.
- Stranger Safety: Never enter the home of a stranger, even if invited inside.
- Tip for Drivers: Drivers should be watchful for trick-or-treaters, who may not be aware of their surroundings.
- Candy Inspection: Candy should not be eaten until an adult has inspected it. Discard any treats that are not in their original packaging.
- Report Suspicious Activity: Any suspicious candy or activity should be reported to the Police Department as soon as possible.
Finally, Police would like to remind anyone who will be out driving to watch for children trick-or-treating as they might forget to watch out for you.
Halloween events in Williamsburg, Yorktown, Gloucester, and surrounding towns!
Address is for the Police Department but this event is for information on trick or treating hours in all of James City County, VA
