Halloween is just around the corner, and communities across New Hampshire are getting ready to celebrate with costumes, candy, and plenty of family friendly fun.
Throughout October, several towns and cities are hosting Trunk-or-Treat events, offering families a chance to collect Halloween treats from creatively decorated vehicles while enjoying games, contests, and other seasonal activities.
Here are five upcoming Trunk-or-Treat events happening across New Hampshire this October.
1. Halloween Howl and Trunk-or-Treat — Concord
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Downtown Concord
South Main Street
Downtown Concord will once again transform into a Halloween celebration as Intown Concord’s Halloween Howl returns to Main Street.
The popular community event features trick or treating, festive decorations, games, and activities for families. The Trunk-or-Treat and costume contest will also return this year, giving children another opportunity to collect candy and show off their Halloween costumes.
The event is free to attend, with no tickets required.
2. Allenstown Trunks Full of Halloween Treats — Allenstown
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Allenstown Community School
171 River Rd, Allenstown
Allenstown families are invited to enjoy an evening of Halloween treats and decorated vehicles at Allenstown Community School.
Presented by the Community School PTO, the event features community volunteers decorating their trunks and distributing candy to children.
Families can also visit the Halloween Howl celebration taking place inside the school after enjoying the outdoor festivities.
3. Halloween Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat — Merrimack
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 4–8 p.m.
Location: Abbie Griffin Park
6 Baboosic Lake Rd, Merrimack
The 2026 Halloween Spooktacular combines Trunk-or-Treating with a Halloween party in collaboration with Merrimack Parks and Recreation.
Families can enjoy costume contests, decorated trunks, and food and drinks available for purchase from participating nonprofit organizations.
A special movie screening is also scheduled for 6 p.m. at Abbie Griffin Park, providing another activity for families to enjoy during the evening.
4. Trunk-or-Treat — Hooksett
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: The Ark of Hooksett
198 Londonderry Tpke, Hooksett
Families looking to kick off Halloween morning with some early trick-or-treating can visit The Ark of Hooksett for a community Trunk-or-Treat event.
Children and families from Hooksett and surrounding communities are welcome to attend and enjoy Halloween treats.
No registration is required for families attending the event. However, community members interested in volunteering, decorating a trunk, and handing out candy can contact hooksettoffice@thearklearning.com.
5. The Great Pine Street Trunk-or-Treat — Manchester
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: Mercy Hill Church
750 Pine Street, Manchester
Families can celebrate Halloween afternoon at Mercy Hill Church during The Great Pine Street Trunk-or-Treat. The event will feature decorated trunks filled with candy, along with games, food, music, hot cider, and cocoa.
A free raffle is also advertised, with advance registration available for those interested in participating.
Celebrate Halloween Around New Hampshire
With events happening throughout the second half of October, New Hampshire families have plenty of opportunities to enjoy Halloween festivities before the month comes to an end.
Whether you’re looking for a quick afternoon of trick-or-treating or an evening filled with games and seasonal activities, these community celebrations offer something for children and families of all ages.
Event details are subject to change, so families are encouraged to check the linked event pages for the latest information before attending.
