As the Halloween season approaches, ghouls, ghosts, and goblins prepare to roam the streets of South Jersey. While the festivities are thrilling, it's crucial to remember that safety should always be a top priority.
With a focus on both fun and well-being, let's explore the essential ways to ensure a spooktacular and safe Halloween celebration in South Jersey.
Ways to Stay Safe:
1. Plan Your Route in Advance: One South Jersey resident, Sarah Jenkins, believes that careful planning is essential to ensure a safe Halloween celebration. "I've seen the joy and excitement in kids' eyes during Halloween, but it's equally important to plan for their safety.
Mapping out a trick-or-treating route and letting someone know where you'll be is a simple yet effective way to ensure a fun and secure experience," she advised.
2. Choose Safe and Comfortable Costumes: John Martinez, a local parent, shares his insights, "Costume safety is often overlooked. Sometimes, children's costumes can be bulky or limit their vision.
That's why we opt for costumes that allow our kids to move freely and see clearly. Safety comes first."
3. Stick Together as a Group: Emily Turner, a concerned neighbor, has seen the value in sticking together during Halloween. "Halloween is all about sharing the experience with friends and family.
We've been trick-or-treating as a group for years. There's a sense of security when you're with others. It also makes you more visible to drivers," she said.
4. Respect Traffic Rules: Mark Davis emphasizes the importance of respecting traffic rules. "It's easy to get caught up in the excitement, but teaching kids to respect traffic rules is crucial.
Always use crosswalks, obey traffic signals, and check for oncoming cars. Safety is a shared responsibility," he pointed out.
5. Inspect Your Treats: Jessica Morris, a local school teacher, underscores the significance of checking treats. "As an educator, I've always encouraged kids to inspect their treats.
While it's rare, there's always a slim chance of encountering unwrapped or suspicious items. Safety is a lesson that extends beyond the classroom," she said.
Now, with these safety measures in mind, let's take a look at the Halloween hours for South Jersey counties:
Please note that the following Halloween hours are subject to change and may vary by municipality. Be sure to verify the specific times with your local community for the most accurate information:
Here are some of the key Halloween trick-or-treating hours in our local communities:
South Jersey Halloween Times
**Burlington County Halloween Hours:**
- Bordentown Twp.: Halloween parade on Oct. 29 at 2 p.m.
- Cinnaminson: Trick-or-treating must end by 9 p.m.
- Delanco: Trick-or-treating must end by 8 p.m.
- Edgewater Park: Halloween Boo-Nanza on Oct. 27 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
- Maple Shade: Halloween parade on Oct. 28 at 2:15 p.m.
- Pemberton Twp.: Night of Terror on Oct. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m.
- Riverside: Trick-or-treating ends with a 9 p.m. curfew.
- Palmyra: Halloween Parade on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.
**Camden County Halloween Hours:**
Audubon: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 7 p.m.
Bellmawr: Trunk or Treat on Oct. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Berlin Township: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 7 p.m.
Brooklawn: Trunk or Treat on Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Camden City: Trunk or Treat on Oct. 21 from noon to 4 p.m.
Cherry Hill: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 7 p.m.
Gloucester Township: Trunk or Treat on Oct. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Haddon Township: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 7 p.m.
Haddon Heights: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 8 p.m.
Lindenwold: Trunk or Treat on Oct. 28, starting at 2 p.m.
Merchantville: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 8 p.m.
Oaklyn: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 7 p.m.
Pennsauken: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 8 p.m.
Somerdale: Trunk or Treat on Oct. 25 from 3 to 8 p.m.
Voorhees: Halloween and Fall Festival on Oct. 28 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Waterford: Trick-or-treating from 6 to 7 p.m.
Winslow: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 8 p.m.
**Cumberland County Halloween Hours:**
Bridgeton: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Commercial Twp: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Deerfield: Trick-or-treating from 6 to 8 p.m.
Downe Twp.: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Fairfield: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Greenwich Township: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Hopewell: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Lawrence Twp: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Maurice River Twp: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Millville: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Upper Deerfield: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
**Gloucester County Halloween Hours:**
Clayton: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 8 p.m.
Deptford: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 8 p.m.
East Greenwich: Trick-or-treating from 5 to 8 p.m.
Elk: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 8 p.m.
Franklin: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 7 p.m.
Glassboro: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 8 p.m.
Harrison: Trick-or-treating from 3 to 8 p.m.
Monroe: Trick-or-treating from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
National Park: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 8 p.m.
Newfield: Trick-or-treating from 2 to 4 p.m.
Swedesboro: Trick-or-treating from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Washington Township: Trick-or-treating from 4 to 8 p.m.
Wenonah: Trick-or-treating from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
West Deptford: Trick-or-treating from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Westville: Trick-or-treating from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Woolwich: Trick-or-treating from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Have a safe and happy Halloween!
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