2011 Trick-or-Treating Events in Maryland

The Halloween season has officially started, and many families are looking into the different trick-or-treating events around Maryland. Trick-or-treating events are a great alternative for families who do not want to walk around the neighborhood. Some neighborhoods are not safe while many people in other neighborhoods do not hand out candy. Trick-or-treating events at museums and malls are not only safe, but the children are sure to get treats this way! Some trick-or-treating events are free while others do have a small admission price. All of the locations will work hard to make sure families have a blast!

Here are a few 2011 trick-or-treating events in Maryland. The activities and prices will vary per location.

October 22nd, 2011 and October 29th, 2011 – 10:00pm until 4:00pm – National Aquarium in Baltimore.
The National Aquarium in Baltimore is located at 501 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. The Happy Hallowmarine will take place on two days, October 22nd and October 29th. This Halloween event will feature interactive activities and indoor trick-or-treating.

October 26th, 2011 – 10:30am – B&O Railroad Museum.

The B&O Railroad Museum is located at 901 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21223. This is a Halloween themed Toddler Time event. The event will include a railroad story, parading around in costume to collect treats and a kiddie train ride. The Toddler Time Halloween Celebration and Costume Parade event is included with the paid admission.

October 28th, 2011 through Sunday, October 30th, 2011 – 10:00am until 4:00pm – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is located at 1876 Mansion House Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21217. The ZooBOOO event will take place October 28th through October 30th. This three day Halloween festival will feature more than just trick-or-treating! This event will also feature costume contests, games, crafts, food, entertainment and more! Some activities may cost an additional fee.

October 29th, 2011 – 10:00am until 12:00pm – The Mall in Columbia.
The Mall in Columbia is located at 10300 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, Maryland 21044. This Halloween event will take place at the Center Court of the mall. Children ages two through twelve years old can attend this event wearing their Halloween costumes. First it will feature a magic show from the Beowulf T. Wonderbunny Traveling Show of Mystery. After the magic show will be a mall wide trick-or-treating event!

October 29th, 2011 – 3:00pm until 4:00pm – Arundel Mills Mall.

Arundel Mills Mall is located at 7000 Arundel Mills Circle Hanover, Maryland 21076. This mall wide trick-or-treating event is only for children twelve years old and under. It is free, but everyone is asked to please bring a canned or commercially packed food donation. The donations will go to the Scare Away Hunger Food Drive. Please note that weapons, including toys, are not permitted as part of the costume. Do not forget to check out the Kidgits Halloween Party (for Kidgits members) at 10:30am and the Halloween Boo Bash at 2:00pm before the trick-or-treating.

October 29th, 2011 – 3:00pm – The Avenue at White Marsh.

The Avenue at White Marsh is located at 8125 Honeygo Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21236. Stores throughout the Avenue will be handing out treats to all of the trick-or-treaters! Does your family own a dog? Dress the dog up in a costume and bring him along for the fun! The Main Plaza will be handing out goodie bags full of treats for all dogs in costume!

October 31st, 2011 – 5:00pm until 7:00pm – Lakeforest Mall.

Lakeforest Mall is located at 701 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877. This mall wide trick-or-treating event will take place at the Center Court area of the mall. Simon Kidgits Club members will get a special gift.

October 31st , 2011 – 5:00pm until 7:00pm – TownMall of Westminster.
TownMall of Westminster is located at 400 North Center Street Westminster, Maryland 21157. This mall wide trick-or-treating event will run from 5:00pm until 7:00pm on Halloween.

October 31st, 2011 – 6:00pm until 9:00pm – Marley Station Mall.
Marley Station Mall is located at 7900 Ritchie Highway Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061. This Boo Bash event will take place on the lower and upper levels on the mall. Free entertainment will take place at the Center Court on the lower level. Trick-or-treating will take place on the lower and upper levels.

As you can see, the 2011 trick-or-treating events in Maryland run throughout the month of October. This is great for anyone who cannot take their children trick-or-treating on Halloween night. Pick just one event to attend or attend a few near you! Have fun taking your little trick-or-treater out and Happy Halloween!

Sources and more information:

National Aquarium in Baltimore

B&O Railroad Museum

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

The Mall in Columbia

Arundel Mills Mall

The Avenue at White Marsh

Lakeforest Mall

TownMall of Westminster

Marley Station Mall


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