Where to go trick-or-treating in Seattle this Halloween
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Your kids want to maximize their Halloween candy haul. So where in Seattle can you take them trick-or-treating, so they don't repeatedly strike out?
State of play: Several Seattle neighborhoods are known for going all-out for Halloween — think large-scale decorations and lots of candy.
- Some have blocks that are closed to cars, so you and your little ones can more safely roam between houses.
Here are some top suggestions for trick-or-treating spots from Axios Seattle readers (combined with a little parental research on our end).
If you go: City officials suggest you walk or take public transit to reach your trick-or-treating destination.
- This will cut down on parking congestion and vehicle traffic, which can create dangerous situations for kids on Halloween.
Capitol Hill
East of Volunteer Park, you'll find houses draped in spooky decorations, sometimes featuring animatronic ghosts and ghouls.
- The hottest zones are on 16th, 17th and 18th avenues, between East Highland Drive and East Mercer Street.
Candy Corn Lane
In Ravenna along 31st Avenue Northeast between 65th and 70th streets, you'll find Candy Corn Lane. Houses have different themes and the residents dress up in character. It's a "scene," one Axios Seattle reader told us.
Upper Queen Anne
Gravitate toward Kerry Park, where nearby streets resemble the set of a Tim Burton movie, one reader said.
- You can also stroll along Queen Anne Avenue between Galer and McGraw streets, where businesses will hand out candy from 3:30 to 6pm on Halloween.
The Lakes in Mercer Island
This neighborhood isn't Seattle proper, but for many Seattleites, it's a shorter drive than Ballard. "All of the houses in the area go all-out for Halloween," one reader tells us, advising people to park on Southeast 72nd Street and walk in.
Montlake
East Blaine Street is regarded as trick-or-treat central, with one house known as the Hauntlake Cemetery for its elaborate decorations.
Mount Baker
East of Franklin High School approaching Mioposto pizzeria is the sweet spot, according to a Reddit post.
- You'll hit the jackpot if you wander around 32nd Avenue South in that area, one local told us.
Laurelhurst
Go to 43rd Street Northeast to find houses that are decked out for Halloween and generous with candy. The party continues if you head toward the water.
Magnolia
Popular stretches include Viewmont Way west of the water tower. One Axios Seattle reader also suggested exploring nearby 39th Avenue West, between West Armour Street and the bluff.
Other trick-or-treating events
Businesses in Fremont, Ballard, Madison Park, Magnolia Village and the Chinatown-International District will have events on Halloween where they hand out candy.
- Ahead of the holiday, Phinney Ridge, West Seattle, the Rainier Beach Community Center, the International District Chinatown Community Center and the Woodland Park Zoo will have their own holiday events.
Check your neighborhood spots
Each year, the city approves dozens of street closures for trick-or-treating (there were more than 120 last year).
- Email [email protected] to ask about Trick or Street events in your area — or apply to host one by Oct. 21.