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Newton Park Halloween in the Park

Newton Park hosts a free Halloween in the Park event featuring a Trunk-or-Treat for families. They are partnering with The Teal Pumpkin Project to support food allergy awareness. A chili cook-off is also part of the festivities, inviting local businesses and non-profits to compete for the best chili.

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What to Expect

Free community Halloween event with Trunk-or-Treat and chili cook-off.

Event Details

Duration

2-3 hours

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Newton Park

Food & Drink

Chili for sampling, candy and non-food treats for Trunk-or-Treat

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families

Vibe

Community, festive, family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Medium

Location

Newton Park
Lakeville, IN

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free
  • Pets: No pets allowed

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early for the Trunk-or-Treat to ensure the best selection of treats before they run out.
  • Bring your own seating or blankets if you plan to stay for the movie on October 19th.
  • Consider participating in the chili cook-off by registering your restaurant or non-profit by the specified deadlines.
  • If you have food allergies, look for the Teal Pumpkin Project designation for allergy-friendly treats.
  • Decorate your vehicle and wear a costume to participate in the Trunk-or-Treat as a candy provider.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Partnership with The Teal Pumpkin Project for food allergy awareness
  • Chili cook-off competition for local businesses and non-profits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main focus of the Halloween in the Park event?

The event features a free Trunk-or-Treat for families and a chili cook-off competition.

Is there a cost to attend the Trunk-or-Treat?

No, the Trunk-or-Treat event is free to attend. Participants providing treats are asked to bring their own candy and/or non-food items.

What is the significance of The Teal Pumpkin Project partnership?

The partnership aims to raise awareness for food allergies and create an inclusive environment by offering non-food treats.

What are the dates and times for the event?

The Trunk-or-Treat is on October 18, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A movie screening follows on October 19, 2025, with doors opening at 5:00 PM.

How can a restaurant or non-profit participate in the chili cook-off?

Registration is required, with specific deadlines for restaurants (September 19, 2025) and non-profits (October 1, 2025). Participants must provide chili for approximately 2,000 attendees.

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team