Monticello's ghouls and goblins are about to make their glittering annual debut, with a little twist this year - the city's Halloween festivities are kicking off on November 1; it seems even the undead are pushing back traditional schedules. In an effort not to spook you with ambiguity, let’s clarify the spooktacular agenda laid out by the city's organizers. The Downtown Trunk or Treat event, co-sponsored by a medley of community pillars including the Streets of Monticello Association, Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, the Indiana Main Street Initiative, I.U. Health, and the City of Monticello itself, will transform the parking lot behind the Post Office into a haven for treat-seekers.
Take note, costume-clad car enthusiasts, because now is the time to hustle – vehicle registration is open through October 24, with a limited intake of just 70 cars, so if you snooze, you most certainly will lose, don't miss out on the chance to showcase your decked-out trunk and hand out sugar rushes. As per the City of Monticello's announcement, candies must be factory-sealed, no DIY treats allowed - a house rule meant to keep things safe and untampered for the anticipated herd of over a thousand little monsters.
The venue is right off Illinois St., snug between Broadway & Harrison St., and the haunting hours are set from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. But don't ghost yet, there’s more; following the trunk fest is the citywide Trick or Treat haunt, running from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., so honestly, when are Monticello kids not cute-tly terrorizing the neighborhood on November 1? And remember, if there's no porch light blazing, you're not prowling for candy there – unlit homes are a no-go zone. Safety is the watchword, with parental supervision heavily advised to keep the evening's spirits buoyant and unbothered by any real scares.
For those looking to partake in either side of the candy-giving or receiving divide, be you a curious parent or an eager motorist, the organizing team welcomes inquiries – you can ring up the ever-helpful Brandi Page at 574-581-2511 or fire an eMail her way at [email protected].
