Council sets permanent trick-or-treat on Oct. 31 from 6–8 p.m.; exceptions allowed for major events or storms
Summary
Morgantown City Council approved a standing resolution designating Halloween (Oct. 31) from 6 to 8 p.m. as the city's trick-or-treat period each year, with staff empowered to adjust the date/time in case of major storms or resource conflicts such as large sporting events.
The Morgantown City Council voted unanimously on Sept. 2, 2025 to set a standing resolution that designates trick-or-treating on Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. each year, unless an exception is warranted for a significant weather event or an extraordinary city resource conflict. "This resolution...would identify trick or treat as on Halloween, October 31 each year from 6 to 8 p.m.," the city manager said, adding that the standing time is intended to reduce the need for annual council action and improve public communications.
Councilors said the set hours responded to past complaints that shorter or earlier time windows made it difficult for working parents and families. One council member suggested staff send reminders and coordinate with local athletic programs and institutions to avoid scheduling conflicts when possible. The resolution passed on a recorded 7-0 vote.
