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Happy Halloween! Trick-or-treat events are popping up all over the Portland area, inviting your family to get out, show off your costumes and collect some delicious treats.
Whether you’re in Portland or one of the surrounding cities, chances are you have one of these trick-or-treat events happening a short drive from your home. Best of all, all events listed below are free to attend, unless stated in the description.
If you’d prefer to go trick-or-treating in your neighborhood, plan your route using the Portland trick-or-treat map.
Do you know of a local trick-or-treat event that is not on this list? Send me the details.
Trick-or-Treat Events in and around Portland
Alberta Street
The annual Trick or Treat Alberta Street is on Halloween, October 31, from 3–6 p.m. More than 40 Alberta Street businesses from NE 12th to NE 31st are handing out candy, stickers and other treats to children as they trick or treat up and down the street.
Beaverton
BOOverton Trick-or-Treat is on Sunday, October 27, from 1-3 p.m. in downtown Beaverton. Businesses will be giving out candy and goodies to children in costumes.
A good starting point for downtown Beaverton is 12470 SW 1st Street in Beaverton.
Bethany Village Halloween Hunt
Bethany Village
Join the Halloween Hunt at Bethany Village. Trick-or-treat at participating businesses and enjoy fun activities, such as games and a bounce house. The event is Thursday, October 31, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
The event is at Bethany Village Centre, 4720 NW Bethany Blvd. in Portland.
Brooklyn Park
Friends of Brooklyn Park is hosting the 5th annual Halloween Cans for Candy event. On Sunday, October 27, from noon to 2 p.m., bring a bag or bucket of redeemable cans and bottles and get a bag of candy (4-6 pieces) at Brooklyn Park. Kids can play the BOO!! bag game for a chance at an extra bag of candy.
Funds raised from cans are used for the park’s summer youth program. Costumes are encouraged.
Brooklyn Park is at SE 10th Ave. and Haig St. in Portland.
Cedar Hills Crossing
On October 31 from 5:30-7 p.m., participate in Mall-O-Ween. Look for the orange signs on windows of the participating stores and restaurants at Cedar Hills Crossing, both inside and outside.
Cedar Hills Crossing is at 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd. in Beaverton.
Christ United Methodist Church Cedar Mill
On Sunday, October 27, from 2-4 p.m., enjoy trunk-or-treating in the Christ United Methodist Church Cedar Mill parking lot along with music and games. All ages are welcome and costumes are encouraged.
Christ United Methodist Church Cedar Mill is at 12755 NW Dogwood Street in Portland.
Denver Ave.
Trick-or-Treat on Denver Street is Thursday, October 24, from 6-8 p.m. Businesses along Denver Ave. and side streets, Kilpatrick, McClellan and Willis, are offering special treats for kids in costume.
Also, Fang! Pet Supply is hosting a pet costume contest on McClellan. Sign ups are at 6:30 p.m and contest starts at 7 p.m. Prizes are awarded to the top pets.
The event covers N. Denver Avenue and Kilpatrick and N. Willis streets in North Portland.
Downtown Troutdale
Put on your costume, grab your candy bag and head to downtown Troutdale for trick-or-treating. Businesses along the Historic Columbia River Highway are passing out candy on Halloween, Thursday, October 31 from 4- 5:30 p.m. The fun continues at The Columbia Gorge Outlets from 5-7 p.m.
Foster Rd.
Celebrate Halloween by collecting candy and other treats from Foster-area businesses for Trick-or-Treat Foster on Thursday, October 31, from 5-6 p.m.
Here’s the map of the 20 participating businesses.
Franklin Street
Halloween on Franklin Street hosts a Halloween display each night in October. Visitors can get a special goodie while enjoying towering 12-foot skeletons, spooky witches on brooms, tombstones along with lights, music and special effects from 5-9 p.m. on Halloween night, October 31.
The Halloween display is located at 4616 NW Franklin Street in Vancouver.
Fremont Street
During Trick or Treat on Fremont on October 31 from 4-6 p.m., more than 30 businesses in the Beaumont district hand out candy to trick or treaters. Some lucky trick or treaters may also receive a gift card to a participating business of their choice. Head the Sylvan to sign up for a chance to win.
Also, bring a food donation to support the neighborhood’s Trick or Treat for Cans from 5-8 p.m.
Head to NE Fremont St. for this event.
Gresham Station
Alpacas and sweet treats? Gresham Station offers a twist to trick-or-treating on Saturday, October 26. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy Halloween at Gresham Station. Meet with alpacas from 12-1:30 p.m., trick-or-treat at participating retailers and do crafts and participate in fun activities.
Gresham Station is at 649 NW 12th Street in Gresham.
Gresham United Methodist Church
The annual Trunk or Treat event at Gresham United Methodist Church is from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, October 27. Stop by for candy, games and prizes for kids of all ages.
Gresham United Methodist Church is at 620 NW 8th Street in Gresham.
Happy Valley Farmers Market
Put on your costume and celebrate the final Happy Valley Farmers Market of the year. On Saturday, October 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., trick-or-treat at 130 vendors, enjoy live music, shop local and snack on tasty food. There will be face painter, games, balloon and henna artists and more.
Happy Valley Farmers Market is at 13231 SE Sunnyside Rd. in Clackamas.
Downtown Hillsboro
In 2024, annual trick-or-treating event in downtown Hillsboro is on Saturday, October 26. Trunk-or-treating is on Main St. from 3 to 7 p.m. Enjoy spooky music, performances, games and activities, and tons of candy along a festive route. There’s also pet and people costume contests.
A good starting point is the cross section of SE Third Ave. and E Main St.
Hillsdale Farmers’ Market
Head to the Halloween Market for all-ages costume contest, free kids’ activities, candy, a fall on the farm themed photo shoot area, hidden treasure and a limited supply of free pumpkins on Sunday, October 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Contest categories include:
- Best kid costume
- Best adult costume
- Best family costume
- Best farmer’s market themed costume
The market is at the Reike Elementary School parking lot at 1405 S Vermont St. in Portland.
Krispy Kreme
On October 31, wear your Halloween costume for a free doughnut of choice at Krispy Kreme. No purchase necessary. All three locations in the Portland area are participating.
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Celebrate Halloween with a unique cultural twist at Lan Su Chinese Garden on October 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy family-friendly activities including miniature gourd decorating and DIY bat finger puppets. You can also learn about joss paper money used in Chinese rituals to send blessings to ancestors and discover the folklore of Chinese hopping zombies.
These activities are included with general admission, which is $16 for adults, $13 for kids 6-18 and free for kids 5 and under.
Lan Su is at 239 Northwest Everett St. in Portland.
Leach Botanical Garden
Dress up as your favorite character and visit Leach Botanical Garden for Boo! Bash on Sunday, October 27, from 2 to 5 p.m. Enjoy the autumn colors as you stroll around the garden and meet some costumed friends who have a treat or two. There’s also music, crafts and special guests, the Belmont Goats.
The price is $8 per person. Kids 18 and under attend for free. Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Ave. in Portland.
Leaven Community Center
Try Vegan PDX and Vegan Scouts are hosting a harmless Halloween family-friendly celebration on Saturday, October 26, 4 to 7 p.m. There are Halloween-themed carnival games, trunk-or-treating, spooky decor, photo ops, a raffle, a craft table and more
The event is at the Leaven Community Center, 5431 NE 20th Ave. in Portland.
McMenamins Kennedy School
Visit the Northeast Portland McMenamins for trick-or-treating from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, October 31. Stop by the gym to vote for your favorite carved pumpkin. Stay for the all ages Halloween party with free live music from 6-8 p.m.
Kennedy School is at 5736 NE 33rd Ave. in Portland.
Mike’s Drive In
Kids can trick-or-treat at the Mike’s Drive In and get a free small soft serve ice cream cone or corn dog. Available at all four locations.
Milwaukie Community Center
Join a ghoulishly Halloween event at the Milwaukie Community Center for the Halloween Bash and Movie Night on October 26 from 4:30-8 p.m. Come dressed in costume and enjoy trick-or-treat activities, crafts and for an indoor showing of the movie, Monsters, Inc. (movie starts at 6:30 p.m.).
The event is $6 for a family of four people and $1 for each additional person.
Milwaukie Community Center is at 5440 SE Kellogg Creek Dr. in Milwaukie.
Mississippi Avenue
Multnomah Village
From 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 31, participate in the Halloween Trick-or-Treat Costume Parade and Contest at Multnomah Village.
The route runs along SW Capitol Hwy between SW 31st and SW 37th Aves. in Portland.
Next Level Burger
On October 31, bring kids in costume to any Next Level Burger location for vegan candy treats at the register. Halloween isn’t just for the little ones, so parents are welcome to join in on the fun.
Three Next Level Burger locations in the Portland area are ready for Halloween fun:
- 1972 W Burnside, Portland
- 4121 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland
- 11 S. State St., Lake Oswego
Oregon City
Downtown Oregon City invites families to trick-or-treat at participating shops on October 31 from 4-6 p.m.
A good starting point is at Liberty Plaza, 813 Main St. in Oregon City.
Orenco Presbyterian Church
Orenco Church for is hosting the annul Trunk-Or-Treat event with tons of treats and fun for the whole family. On October 19 from 12:30-2:30 p.m., wear a costume and bring a bag to collect goodies. This is an outdoor event so be prepared for all weather conditions.
Orenco Presbyterian Church is at 6420 NE Oelrich St. in Hillsboro.
River View Cemetery
On Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Graveyard Trunk or Treat is a free, family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat party hosted by River View Cemetery. Candy will be handed out from the trunks of Halloween themed vehicles.
River View Cemetery is at 8421 S Macadam Ave. in Portland.
St. Johns
Trick-or-treat at St. Johns businesses along Lombard and adjacent streets on Saturday, October 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. New this year is a pet parade at 10:15 a.m. before trick-or-treating starts.
If you’re looking for a starting point, head to St. Johns Plaza, N Lombard St. and N Philadelphia Ave. in Portland.
The Streets of Tanasbourne
Hillsboro’s The Streets of Tanasbourne is hosting Trick-Or-Treat at The Streets. On Sunday, October 27, from 1 to 4 p.m., trick-or-treating takes place at participating shops, while supplies last.
The Streets of Tanasbourne is at 10050 NW Emma Way in Hillsboro.
Vancouver Mall
Attend the trunk or treat event hosted by Orchards Cars and Coffee on Sunday, October 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. The event features more than 350 decorated cars and activities for kids.
This year, the event is held at the upper lot of JC Penney’s and movie theater at the Vancouver Mall, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr.
Venvino Art Studios
Venvino Art Studios is hosting local businesses in the studio that will be passing out candy and goodies to kids from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, October 27. Come in costume and enter the costume contest and coloring contest to win prizes Plus, all Halloween art projects are 50% off.
Venvino Art Studios is at 13329 SE Misty Drive in Happy Valley.
Photo courtesy of Williams Vancouver Business Association
Williams Ave.
Wicked Williams is a Halloween celebration in the Williams Vancouver business district, on Thursday, October 31.
From 4-6 p.m., trick-or-treating at businesses throughout the district and attend a kids party at Unitus Community Credit Union with face painting, coloring and other activities.
After dark, adults can join a costume pub crawl, participate in tarot card readings and enjoy other spooky offerings from 6-9 p.m.
The free digital guide of all participating businesses is available on Babblebuy. Download the app to your phone, type in the code WICKED and find the full guide. Or check out the district’s instagram for the wildest tour stops.
A good starting point is Unitus Community Credit Union, 3355 N Williams Ave. in Portland.
Wood Village
The Wood Village Pumpkin Fest is Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Donald L Robertson Park. You can enjoy trick-or-treating with pumpkin carvings, Dia de los Muertos activities and more.
The event is at Donald L Robertson Park, located at 24300 NE Halsey St. in Wood Village, Oregon.
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