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The Ultimate Belleville Halloween Guide: Top Trick-or-Treating Spots and Spooky Events

The countdown to Halloween is on, and families in Belleville are in for a treat as ghoulish celebrations pop up all over the city.

Here’s your ultimate guide to Halloween events in Belleville from the best candy-filled trick-or-treat spots for the little ones to the horror-themed parties for the scare-fanatics out there:

Trick-or-Treating Destinations for Kids on Saturday, Oct. 31

Glanmore Museum’s Creepy Curiosities. Photo by Courtney Genereaux

Over at the Quinte Mall back parking lot (390 North Front Street), the EXIT Realty Group 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This free community gathering brings together local businesses showcasing creatively decorated vehicle trunks filled with sweet treats, drawing thousands of ghosts and goblins each year.

The daytime Halloween festivities continue in the heart of the city with the Downtown Belleville Halloween Hunt from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. along Front Street.

Local businesses welcome trick-or-treaters in costume for a fun candy collection route.

While exploring downtown, stop by the Belleville Public Library at 254 Pinnacle Street, where children can pick up treats on the first and third floors.

Make sure to visit the library courtyard for activities organized by the Belleville Downtown District BIA.

Press Play Cafe, an indoor playground, welcomes trick-or-treaters from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 135 Station St.

For families seeking a calm environment, the Children’s Safety Village at 129 South John Street hosts Halloween in the Village from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The event features a designated Quiet Hour from 4 to 5 p.m., providing a sensory-friendly trick-or-treating experience along miniature streetscapes.

To add a touch of history to your celebrations, visit the Glanmore National Historic Site for their Creepy Curiosities Exhibit, running throughout October until November 1.

Included with regular admission, this exhibit displays unique Victorian artifacts, historical medical curiosities, and intriguing death superstitions.

Adult Halloween Events and Nightlife

Adults looking to celebrate Halloween after dark have excellent options in Belleville.

The headline event for nightlife is Trick R Treat 2.0, held at 160 Catharine Street on Friday, October 30, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Featuring four live musical performances, a guest DJ, full bar service, food vendors, and cash costume prizes, it promises high-energy entertainment.

Local theatre enthusiasts can also check out Theatre in The Wings’ live horror production, “After the End: An Undead Trilogy,” from October 28-31, offering a thrilling stage experience.

Prizes will be given out for “Best Costume” and “Best Zombie” for attendees on October 31.

For a unique Halloween experience for the pickleball enthusiasts, book a spot for a Glow in the Dark Pickleball Halloween Party on Friday, October 30 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Pickleplex Belleville.

Cafe Sans Souci in Downtown Belleville (240 Front St.) offers a mix of deluxe dinner buffet with three comedians at their Halloween Yuk Yuks Dinner and Show on Friday, October 30 starting at 6 p.m.

There’s never a better time to hear The Happy Ghost Gang perform than on Saturday, October 31 at the Meyers Creek Brewing Company (60 Dundas St. East) from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

At The Kafana (199 Front St.), a ticketed Jukebox Jam and dance party takes place on Saturday, October 31 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. with prizes for best costume.

Where to Buy Halloween Costumes in Belleville

Finding your ideal Halloween disguise is simple, whether you prefer brand-new complete sets or thrifty DIY creations.

Spirit Halloween is open for a limited time at Quinte Mall (390 North Front Street), providing a massive selection of licensed costumes, wigs, masks, makeup, and animatronics.

If you are looking for budget-friendly or eco-conscious options, Belleville offers fantastic secondhand thrift stores stocked with pre-loved costumes and retro fashion: