Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (2026 Wheelchair Costume Workshop)

2026 Wheelchair Costume Workshop

Volunteer teams work side by side to design, construct, paint, and decorate one-of-a-kind Halloween costumes inspired by each child's imagination. Built primarily from cardboard and lightweight materials, the creations fit safely over and around wheelchairs so children can move comfortably. The event wraps up with an inclusive trunk-or-treat where participating kids show off their completed costumes and collect treats from decorated vehicles.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Free.

Hours

Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Food & Drink

Trunk-or-treat hosts provide treats, including candy; non-food items are also encouraged.

Accessibility

Event creates custom Halloween costumes designed to fit over and around wheelchairs.

Going?

Location

Coppermine Bel Air Athletic Club · 658 Boulton St, Bel Air, MD 21014 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Wheelchair-using children and their families

Vibe

Creative, welcoming, inclusive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • No costume-making, art, or building experience is required to volunteer, and all supplies and materials are provided.
  • Trunk hosts are encouraged to distribute non-food items like stickers and small toys in addition to candy for children with dietary restrictions.
  • Families registering a child for a costume must sign up in advance to attend the late-summer measuring session.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to receive a costume?

The program is open to children who use a wheelchair as their primary mode of mobility.

What materials are used to construct the costumes?

Teams build the costumes using lightweight materials, primarily cardboard, designed to fit over the wheelchair rather than the child.

Do families get to keep the finished costumes?

Yes, custom costumes are provided at no cost and are for families to keep for Halloween and beyond.

Do volunteers have to attend both days?

No, volunteers are welcome to participate on Friday, Saturday, or both days, and partial availability is accepted.

What volunteer roles are available?

Volunteers can assist with early design, cardboard construction, painting, decorating, and helping with final costume fittings and the trunk-or-treat.

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