Where and when to take your trick-or-treaters for treats this Halloween weekend throughout Vermilion County.
If the city or village’s hours are not posted, use caution. Only go to houses with their porch lights on.
The hours and dates were found on the city or village Facebook pages or official websites.
Bismarck: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.Caitlin: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.Danville: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.Hoopeston: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-7:30 p.m.Fairmount: Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.Indianola: Friday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m.Muncie: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.Ridge Farm: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5:30-8 p.m.Rossville: Friday Oct. 31 from 5-7:30 p.m.Sidel: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.Tilton: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.Westville: Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.
The Danville Police Department has a few tips to stay safe this Halloween while having fun.
The police said their biggest concern is the trick-or-treaters and their families walking alongside vehicle traffic.
The deparment said in a Facebook post to make sure your children know how to cross streets safely, and to use crosswalks if possible.
They ask parents and caregivers to be mindful of their kids’ candy. If anything is re-wrapped, loose, or not wrapped at all — just toss it out.
“Please report any suspicious activity or behaviors. Use your best discretion as you should for anything involving our kids,” said DPD Chief Yates their Facebook page.
“Be responsible and accountable for the children who are trick-or-treating. Know where they are, when they are supposed to be home, and where they should go in the case that they get separated from their group. Have a plan before they go out.”
They also advised to make sure you are not tripping on your costume, that everything fits well, and make sure you can see out of your mask if you wear one.
As far as dark costumes, costume-goers are encouraged to have a flashlight or a glow stick.
If you are at a Halloween party where there is fire, they advise people to be wary of costumes near flames.
Yates said kids should travel in groups of three to four, only go to homes you know, have a meeting spot, and avoid houses with no lights on.
He also wanted to remind everyone that pets may not recognize you in costume.
“Remember, you may look like a monster and they may not recognize the person or monster trying to pet them,” Yates said.
Yates added that they urge drivers to use caution this Halloween.
“Halloween, from the public safety perspective, has added challenges. Make it safe by using good discretion, be smart, and be vigilant so everyone comes home safe and remains safe,” he said.