Trick Or Treat! The Countdown To Halloween In The Village Is On

Halloween in the Village is a little over two weeks away and we can't wait for you to join us in the fun!

The Carlsbad Village Association (CVA), with the help of several downtown partners, is pleased to bring back the much-loved costume event of the year. Through the collaborative effort of CalRes Realty, the Village Faire Shopping Center, the Boys & Girls Club Carlsbad Village Clubhouse, and a generous sponsorship by Ting Internet, as well as dozens of Village businesses, we are ready to welcome little goblins, ghouls, princesses, and superheroes to downtown Carlsbad.

Head to the Village on Saturday, October 28th for a wide variety of activities throughout downtown Carlsbad. Plan to spend the day downtown, as there's a little bit of something for everyone.

Trick-or-treaters can stop by CalRes Realty (located at 2691 State Street) from 2pm-4pm to receive a complimentary string backpack (while supplies last). Grab a selfie or two and indulge in a little face painting before heading out for some sweet inspiration. 

For safe business-to-business trick-or-treating, look for participating candy stop businesses who will be sporting a candy corn icon in their window. Keep in mind that many businesses downtown will be handing out treats, so be sure to also keep an eye out for generous candy bowls. CVA’s mobile walking map will also help you locate candy stops. If you are a businesses interested in being an official candy stop, please contact chanel@carlsbad-village.com.

From 2pm-6pm the Village Faire Shopping Center (located at 300 Carlsbad Village Dr.) will be offering up a scary good line-up of activities. From trick-or-treating to costume contests for toddlers, kids, teens, and groups to live DJs and even a magic show, the day will be filled with Halloween fun.

Full list of Village Faire activities and activations below:

• 2:00-5:00 p.m. DJ/Music and Photo Booth
• 3:00-4:15 p.m. DJ Ironman (in costume) - performance and will take pictures with guests
• 4:00-5:00 p.m. Halloween Costume Contest (see categories below)
• 5:15-6:00 p.m. Comedy Magic (with Jim Hynd)

Halloween Costume Contest Categories:

• Best Superhero - One Winner - Toddlers (Age 1-3)
• Most Creative - One Winner - Toddlers (Age 1-3)
• Best Superhero - One Winner - Kids (Age 4-12)
• Most Creative - One Winner - Kids (Age 4-12)
• Best Superhero - One Winner - Teens (Age 13-17)
• Most Creative - One Winner - Teens (Age 13-17)
• Group or Family Themed Costume - One Winner
• Best Furry Pet (Dog) Costume - One Winner

Also don't miss a cauldron-full of fun at Boys & Girls Club (located at 3115 Roosevelt St.) that includes Halloween-themed games, a pumpkin patch fundraiser, and a family-friendly movie (that begins promptly at 6:30pm). Space is limited. Tickets can be bought in advance at the clubhouse or with cash at the door. $2 for game tickets and $1 food and drink options. 

What makes this year’s event so special is the collaboration between our Carlsbad Village supporters and enthusiasts. Everything we do downtown is meant to bring businesses and community together. For the latest details on Halloween in the Village, visit www.carlsbad-village.com/halloween, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and subscribe to our eNewsletter for more updates.