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Where to Trunk-or-Treat Near DC for Halloween (for Free!)

Trunk-or-treats are a fun way to celebrate Halloween all month long.
Trunk-or-treats are a fun way to celebrate Halloween all month long.
10/11/24 - By Jennifer Marino Walters

While trick-or-treating on Halloween is a rite of passage for kids, it happens only on one day out of the year. But there are plenty of places to trunk-or-treat near DC throughout the month of October. These free trunk-or-treats in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia offer kids plenty of opportunities to collect more candy—and wear their Halloween costumes.

For those who are unfamiliar with the term, trunk-or-treats are events at which organizations, groups, or individuals decorate the trunks of their cars with fun Halloween displays. Kids can visit each trunk and receive candy and other goodies.

Read on for our list of free events where kids can trunk-or-treat near DC. For more Halloween fun, check out our Halloween Events and Activities Guide for Washington, DC Kids and our list of the best free Halloween events near DC for kids and families.

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Where to Trunk-or-Treat in Maryland

Connect Church Trunk-or-Treat

Waldorf, MD
Friday, October 25, 2024
Families are invited to put on their costumes and collect yummy treats at Connect Church's third annual free trunk-or-treat. READ MORE

EXIT Community Realty Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat

Lanham, MD
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Join EXIT Community Realty for a spooktacular evening of trunk-or-treating filled with candy, costumes, and a whole lot of fun. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat Community Festival (at Seneca Creek Community Church)

Gaithersburg, MD
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Families can enjoy Candyland-themed cars, candy, games, face painting, and other fun activities at this free trunk-or-treat and community festival. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at Journey's Crossing

Germantown, MD
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Enjoy an afternoon filled with creatively decorated car trunks, tons of candy, and exciting activities for kids of all ages. Come dressed in your favorite costume! READ MORE

TWT DMV Trunk-or-Treat

Oxon Hill, MD
Sunday, October 27. 2024
Head to the TWT DMV Trunk-or-Treat for a spooktacular day of candy, costumes, and community fun. Receive prizes for Best Costume and more. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at The Goal Spot

Clinton, MD
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Enjoy a trunk-or-treat, face painting, crafts, games, and other children's activities at this free family event, where you can also shop from local businesses owned by kids, teens, and adults. Prizes for Best Dressed Trunk, Best Costume, and Best Dressed Pet are available. READ MORE

Indian Head's Annual Trunk-or-Treat

Indian Head, MD
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Bring costumed kids to Village Green Park on Halloween evening for Indian Head's annual trunk-or-treat, hosted by Bridge Church. READ MORE
Trunk-or-treats are a great excuse to get more use out of those Halloween costumes.
Trunk-or-treats are a great excuse to get more use out of those Halloween costumes.

Where to Trunk-or-Treat in Virginia

BriteStars Pediatric Dentistry Trunk-or-Treat

Woodbridge, VA
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Join BriteStars Pediatric Dentistry for a night of frightful fun, fabulous costumes, free candy, spooktacular trunks, and a live DJ. READ MORE

Trinity UMC Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat

Alexandria, VA
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Join Trinity UMC for fall fun including pumpkin carving, games, and a trunk-or-treat. The church is collecting donations of canned goods and dried food items for ALIVE! Food Hub. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at Sydenstricker United Methodist Church

Springfield, VA
Friday, October 25, 2024
Put on your favorite costume and head to Sydenstricker United Methodist Church for a Friday evening of fun, food, and trunk-or-treating. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at YMCA Alexandria

Alexandria, VA
Friday, October 25, 2024
Join YMCA Alexandria for an evening filled with treats, costumes, food, fun, and games. With a variety of creatively decorated trunks, this event promises to be a Halloween extravaganza. Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy the festive atmosphere. READ MORE

Old Firehouse's Festival of Frights and Trunk-or-Treat

McLean, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Put on your Halloween costumes and visit the Old Firehouse in McLean for a night of live music, games, food, contests, and a trunk-or-treat. READ MORE

Floris UMC Trunk-or-Treat

Herndon, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
The parking lot of Floris United Methodist Church will be full of decorated cars with lots of candy and goodies for costumed kids. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at Manassas Park Community Center

Manassas Park, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Decorated vehicles line up in the parking lot of the Manassas Park Community Center, and families can stop at each one to receive a Halloween treat (or trick)! READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at Chick-fil-A Fair Lakes

Fairfax, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Head to Chick-fil-A Fair Lakes for candy, crafts, giveaways, and more. Visit several trunks courtesy of the Fairfax County Police, Operation Christmas Child, Safe KidsFairfax County, and more. Be sure to wear your best costume. READ MORE

Community Trunk-or-Treat Car Show (at XCAL Shooting Sports and Fitness)

Ashburn, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Join the ML Real Estate Group & Drivers District for a spooktacular event filled with amazing cars, tons of treats, food, games, a moon bounce, a photo booth, face painting, and a DJ. READ MORE

Calvary Road Baptist Church Trunk-or-Treat

Alexandria, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Bring the whole family to Calvary Road Baptist Church for a fun-filled trunk-or-treat and bounce houses for the kids to enjoy. READ MORE

George Mason Trunk-or-Treat

Fairfax, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Join George Mason University for a family-friendly evening of candy, games, and spooky music at the 3rd annual George Mason Trunk-or-Treat. READ MORE

SPARKS' Springfield Learning Center Trunk-or-Treat

Springfield, VA
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Join SPARKS - ABA for a sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat at its Springfield Learning Center. Stop by any time from 11am-1pm for some spooktacular fun, including crafts, games, and candy. Ages 2-12 are welcome. READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at Vine Church

Dunn Loring, VA
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Children and parents can trick-or-treat from car to car as they meet neighbors and enjoy treats. Don't forget to wear a costume! READ MORE

Trunk-or-Treat at Burke United Methodist Church

Burke, VA
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Burke United Methodist Church invites families for a free trunk-or-treat, where kids can wear their costumes and go car to car to collect Halloween treats. READ MORE

Drive-Thru Trunk-or-Treat at Heritage Baptist Church

Ashburn, VA
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Get ready for a spooktacular time as you drive through festive displays and collect treats without leaving your car. Dress up in your favorite costume to collect candy including Mr. Beast Feastable bars and Joyride from Ryan Trahan. READ MORE

Providence Presbyterian Church Trunk-or-Treat

Fairfax, VA
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Come in costume to Providence Presbyterian Church's annual trunk-or-treat, which is free and open to the entire community. READ MORE
Some people get really creative when decking out their trunks.
Some people get really creative when decking out their trunks.

Where to Trunk-or-Treat in DC

Trunk-or-Treat at the Bullpen in Navy Yard

Sunday, October 27, 2024
Join Waterfront Church DC for its annual Trunk-or-Treat at The Bullpen in Navy Yard! Costumes are encouraged and welcome. READ MORE

VCMI-DC's Trunk-or-Treat

Sunday, October 27, 2024
Join Victory Christian Ministries International, DC for an exciting trunk-or-treat, where the whole family can enjoy treats and thrills. Dress up in costumes and explore creatively decorated car trunks filled with candy and surprises. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Seneca Creek Community Church
Journey's Crossing: A Christian Church
The Mindful Touch Massage & Wellness Suite
BriteStars Pediatric Dentistry
Sydenstricker United Methodist Church
Floris United Methodist Church
Manassas Park Community Center
Burke United Methodist Church
Victory Christian Ministries International, DC