St. Landry Parish Government will allow trick-or-treating in the parish on Oct. 31, between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Because of COVID-19, parish officials are offering safety guidance based on information from the Center for Disease Control to reduce the spread of the virus.
— Don’t wear gloves when handing out candy. Offer pre-wrapped goody bags or sanitize hands in between house visits.
— Do not participate in Halloween festivities if you are feeling ill.
— Only trick-or-treat with members of your household and within your neighborhood, if possible.
— Halloween masks are not a substitute for real masks. Ensure that proper face coverings are worn while out in public.
— Avoid activities in which germs can spread easily, such as bobbing for apples or close-quartered haunted houses.
— Recognize official Halloween times are 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31.
Municipalities in the parish may have their own schedule for trick-or-treating. Residents should check with their local mayor’s office for details.
For more information about the CDC’s guidance on Halloween, visit cdc.gov/coronavirus.