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🎃 The Best Places To Trick Or Treat in Jackson 2024! 🎃

🎃 The Best Places To Trick Or Treat in Jackson 2024! 🎃

Get Your Costumes & Halloween Buckets Ready!

October 27, 2024

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As kids and parents alike prepare to give or receive candy this Halloween, we wanted to help by sharing some of the best places to go trick-or-treating this year!

Know someone on the hunt for the best trick-or-treat spots? Share this guide so they can make Halloween extra special this year! 🎃👻

In Today’s “HubCity Newsletter”:

Trick Or Treating Makes A Comeback 🚪
Millennials Are Saving Halloween! 🦇
Neighborhoods To Trick Or Treat! 🍫
Weekly Events For The Kids 🛝
Weekly Events For The Whole Family 🎡

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🚪Trick Or Treating Makes A Comeback 🚪

Classic trick-or-treating is making a slow but noticeable comeback, and communities nationwide are buzzing with enthusiasm to revive the tradition.

For years, alternatives like trunk-or-treating have grown in popularity, offering a safe, organized environment for families, especially during the pandemic. 😷

However, this year, more parents, homeowners, and Halloween enthusiasts are decorating their homes, stocking up on candy, and preparing for a larger wave of trick-or-treaters eager to go door-to-door.

Trunk-or-treat events, where families gather in a central location—often a church or school parking lot—to distribute candy from their decorated car trunks, aren’t going away.

These gatherings have become beloved for their convenience and for the safe, centralized experience they provide for younger kids.

🎃 How Are You Celebrating Halloween This Year? 🎃

🦇 Millennials Are Saving Halloween! 🦇

A return to the classic neighborhood trick-or-treating experience appeals to many who long for a nostalgic and community-oriented Halloween. The youngest Millennials are turning 28 and the oldest are around 43 years old.

Many Millennials with kids now remember a time when door-to-door trick-or-treating was the norm, and they want their children to experience this tradition as well!

In fact, data shows that candy sales are surging, and home decoration trends are pushing Halloween decor to new heights, reflecting a renewed interest in traditional neighborhood celebrations.

Some Of The Most Popular Halloween Costumes Of 2024!

One reason behind this shift is the desire for community connection. With more families ready to open their doors, children can experience the thrill of going door-to-door, exploring neighborhoods, and meeting neighbors, a memorable part of childhood Halloween.

Social media is also playing a role, with people sharing decorations, costume ideas, and creative candy setups, inspiring others to join in the neighborhood festivities.

This year in Jackson, there have been several homes that have gone viral in Facebook groups for how well decorated their homes are!

Bill & Melissa Matthews Of Jackson,Tn, say that the best time to see their decorations is right before dark!
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So, while trunk-or-treats will likely continue to be popular, the original tradition of trick-or-treating from house to house seems to be attempting to reclaim its place as a Halloween favorite.

A mix of nostalgia and community spirit is reigniting the magic of Halloween, bringing out more ghosts, goblins, and superheroes to ring doorbells once again.

🍫 Neighborhoods To Trick Or Treat! 🍫

Alright so as our treat to you this year, here are a few neighborhoods or streets that are publicly listed for Trick Or Treaters this year!

Please Abide By The Good Guest Rules:

1. Be Greatful For Whatever Treats Or (Candy) You Receive. (People Are Spending Their Own Money To Bring Joy & Memories To All Visitors.)
2. Be Respectful Of Each Neighborhood You Visit. (Pick Up After Yourself, Say Thank You, Ask Before Just Taking Pictures, Don’t Touch Or Take Anything That Doesn’t Belong To You, Etc)
3. Follow All Safety Guidelines and Neighborhood Norms. (Stay on sidewalks, watch for traffic, respect any posted signs regarding Halloween activities, and adhere to local rules about trick-or-treating hours.) 9 o’clock is usually the cutoff time for most people.

We hope everyone has an AMAZING TIME, trick or treating this year and please be safe. Now as always here is your curated list of weekly events! 🧟 🧛👻

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The Kid Zone
This Week’s Curated Events!
Monday, October 28th - Sunday, November 3rd

Monday, October 28th

Trunk or Treat at Heart & Vascular 🕸️
Date: Monday, October 28th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee
Price: Free

Tuesday, October 29th

Halloween At The Market 🍫
Date: Tuesday, October 29th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: West Tennessee Farmers Market
Price: Free
Additional Details: There Will Be Games, Candy, Music, Food Trucks, & More! Be Sure To Dress Your Halloween Best, There Will Be A Secret Judge Handing Out Medals For The Costume Contest!

Wednesday, October 30th

Story Time Station 📖
Date: Wednesday, October 30th
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum
Price: Free
Ages: Preschool

Casey Jones Craft Camp 🎨
Date: Wednesday, October 30th
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum
Price: Free
Ages: Preschool

Thursday, October 31st

Kids Skate Free Halloween 🛼
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Magic Wheels
Price: (Free For Kids 12 & Under.)

Trunk Or Treat @ Safe Hope 🍭
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Safe Hope Center
Price: Free

Friday, November 1st

Falcon Ridge Farm Fall Festival 🍂
Date: Friday, November 1st
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Falcon Ridge Farm
Price: $12.95 - $14.95 (Children 2 & Under Free)
Additional Details: There Will Be Tons Of Things To Do Here! Tractor-Drawn Wagon Rides, Corn Maze, Hay Fort, Goat Walks, Petting Zoo, 2 Playgrounds & Plenty More!

Black Holes: The Other Side Of Infinity 🔭
Date: Friday, November 1st
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: M. D. Anderson Planetarium
Price: Free
Additional Details: No Food Or Drinks Allowed. Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early & No Entry Once The Show Starts.

Saturday, November 2nd

Yu-Gi-Oh OTS Tournament 🎮️
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: E-Gamers Cafe
Price: $20 (Cash Only)
Additional Details: Registration Starts At 4:00 PM & The Tournament Begins At 5:00 PM.

Picture with Santa Claus at Porchlight Realty 🎅
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Porchlight Realty
Price: Free Entry
Additional Details: Get Ready To Bring In The Holiday Season With A Selfie With Santa!

Fall Family Night Out 🎉
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Arrow Athletics
Price: (Check For Pricing)
Additional Details: Here’s To A Night Of Food Trucks, Games, Our Kids Zone & Live Music Concert!

Family Fun
This Week’s Curated Events!
Monday, October 28th - Sunday, November 3rd

Monday, October 28th

Where is Mr. Bradbury? (Play) 🎭️
Date: Monday, October 28th
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Catbird Studio
Price: $8.00 - $18.00
Additional Details: Don’t Miss Out On A Gripping Original Mystery/Comedy For All Ages?!

American Sign Language Class 👌
Date: Monday, October 28th
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Downtown Library
Price: Free
Ages: All Ages Welcome

Trunk or Treat at Heart & Vascular 🕸️
Date: Monday, October 28th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Heart & Vascular Center of West Tennessee
Price: Free

Tuesday, October 29th

Black Holes: The Other Side Of Infinity 🔭
Date: Tuesday, October 29th
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: M. D. Anderson Planetarium
Price: Free
Additional Details: No Food Or Drinks Allowed. Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early & No Entry Once The Show Starts.

Union University Symphony Orchestra Concert 🎻
Date: Tuesday, October 29th
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Union University
Price: Free

Wednesday, October 30th

Casey Jones Craft Camp 🎨
Date: Wednesday, October 30th
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum
Price: Free
Ages: Preschool

Keto Meal Planning Class🍖
Date: Wednesday, October 30th
Time: 11:30 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: Westwood Community Center
Price: Free
Additional Details: Get Ready To Learn Recipes From A Certified Instructor & Author In Our Free Keto Planning Class!

Story Time Station 📖
Date: Wednesday, October 30th
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum
Price: Free
Ages: Preschool

Thursday, October 31st

Trunk Or Treat @ Safe Hope🍭
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Safe Hope Center
Price: Free

Trunk Or Treat @ Smash & Splash 🪄
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Smash-N-Splash
Price: Free

Hallelujah Night 🙌
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Malesus Baptist Church
Price: Free (Register Here)
Additional Details: The Community Is Invited To Our Hallelujah Night! There Will Be Rides, Games, Jumpers, Free Food & More!

Halloween Trunk Or Treat 🧹
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: City Hall
Price: Free
Additional Details: Get Ready For Trunk Or Treat In Downtown Jackson! There Will Not Only Be Candy & Treats But Also Food & Drinks!

Kids Skate Free Halloween 🛼
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Magic Wheels
Price: (Free For Kids 12 & Under.)

Falcon Ridge Farm Fall Festival 🍂
Date: Thursday, October 31st
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Falcon Ridge Farm
Price: $12.95 - $14.95 (Children 2 & Under Free)
Additional Details: There Will Be Tons Of Things To Do Here! Tractor-Drawn Wagon Rides, Corn Maze, Hay Fort, Goat Walks, Petting Zoo, 2 Playgrounds & Plenty More!

Friday, November 1st

First Friday Art Walk 🖼️
Date: Friday, November 1st
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: The Ned
Additional Details: Explore local art throughout Downtown Jackson during the First Friday Art Walk. (Food Trucks, Art Venders, and Live Music On Site.)

November Hub City Flea Market 🥨
Date: Friday, November 1st
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Jackson Fairgrounds
Price: Free Entry

Saturday, November 2nd

Jackson Sports Cards & Collectibles Show
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: VFW Post 1848
Price: Free Entry
Additional Details: Sports Card Dealers From All Over The Mid-South Will Be Present Displaying Cards From All Sports!

November Hub City Flea Market
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Jackson Fairgrounds
Price: Free Entry

On The Fringe (Presented By: The Jackson Symphony) 🎼
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Carl Perkins Civic Center
Price: (Click For Pricing)
Additional Details: Let Us Take You On A Journey To The Classic Music Of The Roaring 20’s, Which Will Include A Lively Dance Piece!

Sunday, November 3rd

November Hub City Flea Market
Date: Sunday, November 3rd
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Jackson Fairgrounds
Price: Free Entry

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