Mark your calendars for a ghoulish delight as Chatham County gets dressed up for its 15th annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival, ready to thrill the community with festive fun and frighteningly good times. The beloved event, hosted by the Chatham County Parks and Recreation Department, invites families to enjoy a day packed with Halloween activities and trunk-or-treating on October 19, 2024, at the Southwest District Park. For details, visit their official announcement.
As reported by Chatham County's news release, the Fall Festival is a free event brimming with activities for the whole family, from pumpkin carving and painting to a spread of Halloween-themed games and crafts, and it will feature entertainment like a magician and bounce houses, not to mention a photo booth for capturing those costume-clad moments. The park will transform into a hub of holiday excitement running from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., after which the Trunk or Treat tradition takes over from 4:00 p.m. till the witching hour of 5:00 p.m., making the park the place to be for an afternoon into evening filled with sugar, spice, and everything nice for Halloween aficionados.
Parks and Recreation Director Tracy Burnett expressed excitement about the event, as quoted in the news release, stating "We are delighted to welcome the community to the highly anticipated 15th annual Trunk or Treat with Chatham County Parks and Recreation." Burnett emphasized the event's role in bringing the community together, saying, "This event has become a staple for us, and we are eager to continue bringing everyone together for a memorable celebration each year."
Community members interested in joining the trunk lineup can get in touch with Mallory Peterson at the Parks and Recreation Department by calling 919-642-7086 or emailing [email protected], and to stay updated on the latest news regarding the festival or any potential changes due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, one can follow Chatham County Parks and Recreation’s social media channels; they're sure to be buzzing as the event approaches so better keep an eye out for any updates or announcements that might come down the pipeline.
