INDIANAPOLIS — The City of Indianapolis announced trick-or-treat hours for Halloween 2023.
Hours for trick-of-treating in the city will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31. IMPD will have extra patrols in neighborhoods throughout the city during that time.
The Indianapolis Fire Department will host trick-or-treaters at its fire stations during that time as well.
The city shared the following tips for staying safe during the holiday:
- Wear light-colored clothing short enough to prevent tripping and add reflective tape.
- Wear fire-resistant costumes.
- Make sure children can see well through face masks.
- Don’t wear masks or disguises into businesses.
- Adults should accompany young children and children with special needs.
- Go out in daylight hours if possible, or carry a flashlight if you’ll be out after dark.
- Motorists are reminded to slow down and be aware of their surroundings.
- Only give and accept wrapped or packaged treats.
- Examine all treats before allowing children to eat them. If you find a suspicious item, contact police as soon as possible at 317-327
-3811; if injury is involved, dial 911. - Avoid props such as toy guns, which can look real.
- Consider block parties instead of trick-or-treating.
- Check the weather, and have appropriate dress under costumes in the event of cold temperatures.