
Very soon costumed-kiddos will be ringing your doorbell and sharing a classic knock-knock joke in the hopes of scoring the coveted full-size candy bar. Be prepared with the goods and perhaps this year’s trendiest Halloween décor item: the candy chute!
For trick-or-treaters: many communities ask that you remember to wear a face mask and social distance.
Where and when to Trick-or-Treat in Greater Des Moines:
Beggar's Night (learn the history of this Greater Des Moines-specific ritual here) Friday, October 30, from 6-8 p.m.
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Altoona
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Ankeny
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Bondurant
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Clive*
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Des Moines
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Indianola
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Johnston
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Perry
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Pleasant Hill
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Polk City
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Urbandale
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West Des Moines
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Windsor Heights
*Get the most milage out of your costume in Clive, where kids get an extra hour to collect treats from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Bucking the customary Greater Des Moines Beggar’s night holiday, the city of Grimes hosts Trick-or-Treaters on the traditional Halloween night, Saturday, October 31st from 6 – 8 p.m.