By james art In many areas, trick-or-treating is scheduled for Thursday, October 31, giving children across the state a chance to enjoy the spookiest Halloween night of the year. Hours vary from parish to parish, although most areas observe a two-hour window.
In addition to announcing trick-or-treating hours, local law enforcement agencies are stepping up patrols and providing safety tips to drivers and families alike.
Here is the 2024 Halloween schedule for Louisiana parishes:
- Ascension Parish : 18:00 – 20:00 hours
- Assumption Parish: 18:00 – 20:00 hours
- East Baton Rouge Parish (Baton Rouge and unincorporated areas): 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- East Feliciana Parish: Times not confirmed but expected to coincide with neighboring zones.
- Iberville Parish: 18:00 – 20:00 hours
- Parish of Livingston: 18:00 – 20:00 hours
- Pointe Coupee Parish: 17:30 – 19:30 hours
- St. Helena Parish: Expected to follow neighboring parishes, usually from 18:00 to 20:00
- Parish of Tangipahoa: 18:00 – 20:00 hours
- West Baton Rouge Parish: 17:30 – 19:30 hours
- West Feliciana Parish: Usually observed from 18:00 to 20:00; pending official hours.
Authorities across the state shared a few additional guidelines to make Halloween safe and enjoyable. Families are encouraged to trick or treat in well-lit neighborhoods, and drivers are asked to slow down and use caution. Most parishes also urge homeowners to provide factory-sealed, packaged candy and avoid handing out homemade treats to ensure maximum safety.
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