​BRAMPTON, ON (October 13, 2021) – Halloween is right around the corner and everyone is excited to get back out this year for a safe round of trick-or-treating and spooky fun.

When celebrating this year, residents are asked to keep health and safety top of mind. Trick-or-treaters are asked to:

• Stay home if unwell.
• Trick-or-treat outdoors as much as possible.
• Be creative and build face coverings into costumes! Remember that a costume mask is not a substitute for a face covering. A costume mask should not be worn over a non-medical mask or face covering because it can be dangerous if the costume mask makes it hard to breathe.
• Do not crowd doorsteps – take turns, one at a time.
• Keep interactions brief with those giving out treats.
• Practice good hygiene and use hand sanitizer often.

• Do not participate in Halloween festivities if unwell.
• Keep interactions with trick-or-treaters short.
• Consider wearing a face covering when physical distancing cannot be maintained.
• Consider including the face covering as part of a costume.
• Give out only purchased and packaged treats.
• Do not ask trick-or-treaters to sing or shout for their treats.
• Clean hands often throughout the evening using soap and water or with hand sanitizer.

• Keep costumes short to avoid trips and falls.
• Choose flame resistant costumes and accessories.
• Stay well lit. Pick brightly coloured costumes that can be clearly seen by motorists.

• Dried flowers, cornstalks and paper can catch fire very easily.
• Keep decorations away from open flames and heat sources.
• Keep exits clear of decorations and obstructions.
• Light your jack-o-lantern with battery-operated candles or glow sticks instead of lit candles.
• Eliminate trip hazards and keep outdoor lights on to keep trick or treaters safe.
• Make sure all smoke alarms in the home are working properly.
   

• Make sure the path to a trick-or-treating area is well lit.
• Clear driveways and pathways.
• Move cars out of the driveway to allow better accessibility for trick-or-treaters.
• Create a trick-or-treat station at the end of a driveway, out of a garage or a vehicle’s trunk
• Refrain from using strobe lights or high-pitched, sudden loud noises.
• Keep pets safe and secure.

For more on Treat Accessibly, visit www.treataccessibly.com. For more on accessibility at the City, visit www.brampton.ca/accessibility

Fright Nights
In-person Fright Nights are back at select Brampton Recreation Centres on October 16, 22, 23 and 29 from 5 to 8 pm. Registration is required and admission is free. Join us for some spooktacular family fun including:

• Spooky Family Movie Night *
• Wagon Rides*
• Zombie Zumba™
• Airbrush Tattoos
• Crafts
• Entertainment
• Marshmallow Roasting

*Select locations

Brampton Recreation will also host Spooky Swim and Skates at select Recreation Centres on October 13, 20 and 29. To register for Fright Nights and Spooky Swim and Skates, click here.

Pumpkin Party
Back and better than ever – the Pumpkin Party keeps the Halloween spirit alive for one more day! Put on your costume and bring your pumpkin to Ken Whillans Square on November 1 from 4 to 8 pm. Enjoy live entertainment from EnviroDrum, and fun giveaways including popcorn and hot apple cider. Pumpkins will be composted after the event.

Stay safe while having fun. Masks are strongly encouraged when physical distancing is not possible. The Pumpkin Party is generously sponsored by Swiss Chalet. For details visit www.brampton.ca/recreation

Crafty Costume Contest
You are invited to participate in the 2021 Halloween Crafty Costume Contest hosted by Mayor Patrick Brown and members of Brampton City Council. Show off your creative and spooky side – post a photo of you wearing your costume using #BramptonCraftiestCostume2021 or email it to events@brampton.ca by 8 pm on October 31. Winners will be announced November 1. Participants must be 10 years of age and younger.

Contest rules and eligibility can be found at www.brampton.ca/recreation