Halloween Spooktacular & Trunk or Treat
Artesia Park transforms into a Halloween wonderland for the annual Spooktacular & Trunk or Treat. Families can enjoy a night filled with music, candy, and friendly competition. Show off your best costumes for a chance to win prizes in various divisions, or decorate your vehicle for the trunk-or-treat contest. Food trucks will be on hand to satisfy cravings.
What to Expect
Child-friendly trunk-or-treat with costume and vehicle decorating contests.
Event Details
Duration
Evening event
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City of Artesia
Food & Drink
Food trucks available
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and children
Vibe
Festive and fun
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
FREE
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Pets: Pet-friendly for costume contest
Tips & Advice
- Bring your own bag for collecting treats during the trunk-or-treat portion of the event.
- Register your vehicle for the trunk-or-treat contest by October 29th to showcase your child-friendly decorations.
- Arrive by 5:00 PM if participating with a vehicle to ensure you have enough time to decorate and be ready by 5:45 PM.
- Check the specific costume contest divisions (Baby/Toddlers, Youth, Pre-Teen/Teens, Adult, Family Theme, Pet) to prepare your best outfit.
- Vehicle participants must provide their own candy for distribution; ensure you have enough for all the trick-or-treaters.
Special Events & Promotions
- Trunk or Treat contest for Spookiest Trunk & Best Decorated Trunk
- Costume Contest with prizes for youth, adults, and pets
- Child-friendly trunk themes required
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the rules for decorating a trunk for the Trunk or Treat?
Vehicle participants must decorate their trunks with a child-friendly theme. Obscene, violent, sexually explicit, or political themes are prohibited. You must provide your own candy.
What time do vehicles need to arrive?
Vehicles must arrive no later than 5:00 PM and be decorated and ready to go by 5:45 PM.
Are there any age restrictions for the event?
The event is open to all ages, with specific costume contest divisions for babies, toddlers, youth, teens, and adults.
Can I sell items from my trunk?
No, selling of any items from your trunk is prohibited, except for approved Food Trucks/Vendors.
What documentation is needed for vehicle participants?
Vehicle owners must provide proof of insurance, vehicle registration, and a driver's license upon arrival.
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.