With elaborate costumes, decorations and an abundance of treats, Halloween brings spooktacular joy to people of all ages! Prioritize safety this Spooky Season to ensure a memorable and happy Halloween.
1. Choose safe and visible costumes
When selecting the perfect Halloween costume, keep safety in mind:
- Opt for brightly colored costumes or add reflective tape or glow sticks to make your child more visible in the dark.
- Ensure costumes fit well and are free from tripping hazards.
- Consider using face paint or makeup instead of masks, which may obstruct vision or breathing.
2. Plan trick-or-treating routes
If your family plans to go trick-or-treating, plan your route ahead of time:
- Stick to well-lit neighborhoods.
- Walk on sidewalks and use crosswalks when crossing streets.
- Carry a flashlight for added visibility.
Overland Park does not have official trick-or-treating hours or locations.
3. Check your treats before you eat
After returning home, inspect your child’s Halloween candy:
- Make sure all candy and treats are in their original, unopened packaging.
- Discard any homemade or unwrapped items.
- Be mindful of any allergens in Halloween treats.
4. Decorate safely
Halloween decorations can be fun, but they can also pose risks:
- Use flameless candles in pumpkins to prevent fire hazards.
- Ensure walkways and stairs are clear of tripping hazards, including decorations and electrical cords.
5. Keep furry friends safe and secure
Halloween can be stressful for pets, with unusual sights and sounds (and frequent doorbell rings):
- Keep pets indoors on Halloween to prevent them from getting spooked or lost.
- Make sure they wear collars in case they wander away from home.
- Keep Halloween candy away from your furry friends, as chocolate and certain ingredients can be harmful or even toxic to pets.
Ensure that your Halloween festivities are filled with treats, not tricks, and get ready to enjoy a spooktacular, safe, and memorable Halloween in Overland Park!