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Ivoryton VIllage Pumpkin Festival

What is Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat is a fun and safe way for families to enjoy Halloween! Instead of going door-to-door, children visit decorated car trunks to collect candy and treats. Each car is decorated with a different theme, creating a festive and exciting atmosphere.
 

Participants can get creative with their trunk decorations, dressing up their vehicles in spooky, silly, or themed displays. Kids (and adults!) come in costume, walk from trunk to trunk, and gather candy, just like traditional trick-or-treating.

It’s a community event that brings people together, offering a convenient and secure alternative to traditional Halloween activities. Whether you're decorating a trunk or just coming to collect treats, it’s a great way to celebrate the season with friends and neighbors!

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This Trunk or Treat event is being held as part of the Ivoryton Village Pumpkin Festival.

Registration Required

For those decorating cars only,
Due to space limitations registration is limited to Ivoryton Village Alliance members.
 

We’re asking participants to register for our Trunk or Treat event to help us ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. By knowing how many cars will be decorated and how many people will be attending, we can better plan for the space needed and other event details.
 

Registration also allows us to communicate important information, like setup times, event rules, and any last-minute changes. It’s a simple way to help us create a safe, organized, and fun event for all!

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Before registering please review the Event Guidelines listed below. A registration form is provided at the bottom of this page.

Competition

Prizes will be awarded in three categories, the three categories are:
 

Most Creative Trunk

(The trunk that shows the most originality and imaginative use of decorations)

 

Scariest Trunk

(The most spine-chilling, eerie, or spooky trunk that gives everyone goosebumps)

 

Funniest Trunk

(The trunk that brings the most laughs with its humorous or clever decorations)

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The competition will be judged by the Ivoryton Witches.

Event Guidelines

  • Family-Friendly Themes:

    • All decorations, costumes, and themes should be appropriate for all ages. No political, violent, or offensive content is allowed.

  • No Open Flames:

    • For safety reasons, no open flames, fireworks, or any other sources of fire are permitted.

  • Decorations Setup:

    • Participants should arrive between 3:30-3:45pm to set up their vehicles. All decorations should be completed by the start time.

    • Vehicles must remain parked until the event concludes to ensure the safety of attendees.

    • Electricity will not be provided and generators are not permitted. Any decorations requiring power should be battery operated.

  • Candy and Treats:

    • All candy and treats must be individually wrapped and store-bought. No homemade goods are allowed.

    • Participants should be prepared to provide treats for approximately 250-500 children.

  • Vehicle Type:

    • Cars, SUVs and pickup trucks only, no trailers or oversized vehicles will be allowed.​

  • Vehicle Safety:

    • Vehicles must be turned off and remain off throughout the event.

    • Pets must be on a leash at all times and well-behaved around children and other animals. Be sure to clean up after your pet.

  • Respect Others’ Space:

    • Please be mindful of other participants’ spaces. Do not encroach on neighboring trunks, and keep decorations within your assigned area.

  • Supervision:

    • All children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Please ensure your group stays together and follows the event guidelines.

  • Music and Noise:

    • If you choose to play music, keep the volume at a reasonable level so as not to disturb other participants or neighbors.

  • Clean Up:

    • Participants are responsible for cleaning up their area at the end of the event. Please utilize the bring it in, bring it out policy of taking your own trash with you when you leave.

  • Weather Considerations:

    • The event will take place rain or shine, so please plan accordingly. In case of severe weather, the event may be changed to Sunday October 27th or cancelled. In event date change or cancellation registered participants will be notified via email.

  • Sale of Products or Services:

    • Businesses participating in our Trunk or Treat event are welcome to display their name; however, selling products or services is not permitted, and the business name should not be a prominent feature of their display

  • Pets:
    • Pets must be on a leash at all times and well-behaved around children and other animals. Be sure to clean up after your pet
  • Respect the Guidelines:

    • Follow the instructions of event organizers and any posted signs. Failure to adhere to these rules may result in being asked to leave the event.

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