BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas — Families looking for Halloween activities across Brazoria County will have several opportunities to fill their candy buckets this week, with trunk-or-treat events scheduled in communities from Angleton and Lake Jackson to Pearland.
Schools, churches, businesses and community organizations are hosting events between Wednesday, Oct. 28, and Saturday, Oct. 31, offering children opportunities to collect candy from decorated vehicles while participating in other seasonal activities.
Several events will also feature games, food, costume-related activities and other attractions.
Gulf Coast Times has compiled the following list of upcoming trunk-or-treat events across Brazoria County, organized alphabetically by city to help residents find activities in their area.
Angleton
Angleton High School Interact Club Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Angleton High School, 1 Campus Drive
The Angleton High School Interact Club will host a trunk-or-treat in the school's front parking lot. Children can visit decorated vehicles operated by students and faculty members while collecting candy. The event is listed on the school's official calendar.
The Turquoise Saddle Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct. 30 | 5–7 p.m.
Location: Back Road Beauties Boutique / The Turquoise Saddle, 520 S. 17th Street, Suite 1
The local boutique is inviting families to stop by for Halloween activities, candy and games. The event will take place in the parking lot, with additional activities planned inside the business.
Pumpkin Spice Market and Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: 234 S. Arcola Street
Peach Street Farmers Market and local community participants are planning a Halloween-themed market alongside a trunk-or-treat. Local businesses and organizations are invited to decorate vehicles and hand out treats. The market and trunk-or-treat activities will take place in the surrounding Peach Street and Orange Street area.
Gulf Coast Ford Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 31 | Beginning at 4 p.m.
Location: Gulf Coast Ford, 3100 State Highway 288 North
Gulf Coast Ford is advertising its ninth annual trunk-or-treat celebration, with decorated vehicles, candy, bounce houses, children's games, face painting and food trucks.
Brazoria
Storytime Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 10:30 a.m.
Location: Brazoria Heritage Foundation Civic Center, 202 W. Smith Street
Brazoria Library is participating in a Halloween-themed storytime and trunk-or-treat event at the Brazoria Heritage Foundation Civic Center.
The event is intended to give young children an opportunity to enjoy a seasonal storytime and Halloween activities.
Halloween Tailgate
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6–8 p.m.
Location: 111 Roustabout Drive
Families are invited to attend a trunk-or-treat-style Halloween tailgate featuring candy, games and food. The event is being advertised as a family-friendly evening of Halloween activities.
Clute
New Beginning Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6 p.m.
Location: 400 N. Dixie Drive
New Beginning is inviting local families to participate in an evening of decorated vehicles, candy and community fellowship.
Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and bring their candy buckets.
Lake Jackson
Altus Emergency Center Trunk or Treat
Thursday, Oct. 29 | Trunk-or-treat begins at 5 p.m.
Location: Altus Emergency Center, 200 Oak Drive South
Altus Emergency Center is hosting a Halloween community event featuring trunk-or-treat activities, candy and other family-friendly attractions.
The event will also include a blood drive beginning at 1 p.m., with trunk-or-treat activities advertised to begin later in the afternoon.
Pearland
Bayway Chevrolet Trunk or Treat
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 5–7 p.m.
Location: Bayway Chevrolet, 5719 Broadway Street
Bayway Chevrolet is partnering with 100.3 The Bull for a free Halloween celebration featuring candy, inflatables, children's activities and giveaways.
Families are encouraged to bring their children in costume for the evening event.
C.J. Harris Elementary Trunk or Treat
Thursday, Oct. 29 | 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: C.J. Harris Elementary School, 2314 Schleider Drive
C.J. Harris Elementary will hold its annual trunk-or-treat event, allowing children to collect candy from decorated vehicles in the school's parking lot.
The event is listed on the school's official calendar, with First United Methodist Church Pearland also helping coordinate volunteers and candy donations.
Primrose School of West Pearland Fall Festival
Friday, Oct. 30 | 4:30–6 p.m.
Location: 1751 Kirby Drive
Primrose School of West Pearland is hosting a Fall Festival that includes trunk-or-treating, a decorated-trunk contest, games, snacks and other family activities.
The event announcement also lists planned visits from local community organizations.
The Goddard School Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct. 30 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: The Goddard School, 2151 Kingsley Drive
The Goddard School in Shadow Creek Ranch is planning a parking-lot trunk-or-treat, along with additional games inside the school.
Families are invited to attend the Halloween celebration.
Shadycrest Baptist Church Trunk or Treat & Punkin Chunkin
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 2–5 p.m.
Location: Shadycrest Baptist Church, 3017 Yost Boulevard
Shadycrest Baptist Church is hosting a free Halloween celebration featuring decorated vehicles, carnival games and pumpkin-launching activities.
The event will also include a pumpkin-themed derby. Organizers say activities may be moved indoors if heavy rain develops.
Geo Cuts / The Lions Den Barbershop Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7:30 p.m.
Location: 2403 S. Galveston Avenue
Geo Cuts / The Lions Den Barbershop is inviting families to participate in its Halloween trunk-or-treat.
The event announcement includes free hot dogs and drinks for children, along with raffles, haircut giveaways and other prizes.
Fellowship of Believers Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 p.m.
Location: Fellowship of Believers Baptist Church, 2834 Wagon Trail
The church is hosting a Halloween trunk-or-treat event listed on the Pearland Chamber of Commerce community calendar.
The event provides another opportunity for families to participate in seasonal activities on Halloween night.
Families Encouraged to Confirm Event Details
With numerous Halloween activities planned across Brazoria County, families are encouraged to check with individual organizers before attending.
Event schedules, activities and locations may change because of weather or other circumstances. Not all events have published complete information about admission, parking or participation requirements.
Parents should also accompany young children during Halloween activities and inspect collected candy before allowing children to eat it.
Gulf Coast Times will continue highlighting community activities throughout Brazoria County. Residents and event organizers who would like to share additional Halloween events can submit information through the Gulf Coast Times website at www.gulfcoasttimes.com.