2026 Regional Trick-or-Treat Guide: Dates and Times Across Northern PA and Southern Tier NY
**Updated: October 28, 2026**
Halloween is just around the corner, and communities throughout northern Pennsylvania and the Southern Tier of New York are preparing for an evening of costumes, candy, and family fun!
J² PRESS has compiled a regional guide to help families plan their Halloween celebrations, including published trick-or-treat schedules for communities throughout McKean, Potter, Cameron, Elk, Warren, and Tioga counties in Pennsylvania, along with neighboring communities in New York.
Most communities will celebrate on **Saturday, October 31, 2026**, although some have scheduled activities on different dates.
Please remember that schedules may change. Families are encouraged to follow local municipal announcements for the latest information.
Mckean County, Pennsylvania
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Bradford City | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
| Bradford Township | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
| Foster Township | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
| Smethport | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
| Port Allegany | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Eldred | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Otto Township | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
| Lewis Run | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5:30–7 PM |
| Mount Jewett | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
| Kane | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5:30–7:30 PM |
Potter County, Pennsylvania
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Roulette | Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6–8 PM |
| Shinglehouse | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Ulysses | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–8 PM |
**Additional communities:** Coudersport, Galeton, Austin, and Oswayo have not yet had their residential trick-or-treat hours independently confirmed for this guide.
Cameron County, Pennsylvania
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Emporium | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
Emporium residents participating in trick-or-treating are asked to leave their porch lights on to welcome children.
Elk County, Pennsylvania
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| St. Marys | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Ridgway | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7 PM |
| Johnsonburg | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7 PM |
Warren County, Pennsylvania
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Warren City | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
Additional schedules for Youngsville, Sheffield, Tidioute, Sugar Grove, and surrounding communities have not yet been independently confirmed for this guide.
Tioga County, Pennsylvania
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Blossburg | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Elkland | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Lawrenceville | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Mansfield | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Roseville | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Tioga | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Wellsboro | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Westfield | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–7:30 PM |
**Wellsboro:** The Halloween parade begins at 5 PM on Saturday, October 31, followed by trick-or-treating from 5:30–7:30 PM, according to the Wellsboro Police Department.
Cattaraugus County, New York
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Olean | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Allegany | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Portville | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Hinsdale | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7 PM |
| Salamanca | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Ellicottville | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–8 PM |
| Limestone | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
Allegany County, New York
| Community | Date | Trick-or-Treat Hours |
| Alfred | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Andover | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Angelica | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7 PM |
| Belfast | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Belmont | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Bolivar | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Canaseraga | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7 PM |
| Cuba | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Friendship | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–7 PM |
| Independence | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Richburg | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
| Scio | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 5–8 PM |
| Wellsville | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 6–8 PM |
Additional Halloween Activities Across the Region
Families looking for more Halloween fun can also enjoy several community events.
**Bradford, PA:** Grace Lutheran Church is hosting a Halloween event on October 31 from 6–7:30 PM.
**Mount Jewett, PA:** A community Halloween parade and costume contest are scheduled for October 31, beginning at 5 PM.
**Lewis Run, PA:** The Lewis Run Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a trunk-or-treat event on October 31 from 6–7:30 PM.
**Emporium, PA:** Downtown business trick-or-treating is scheduled for Friday, October 30, from 4–6 PM. A trunk-or-treat event at Cameron County High School follows on Saturday, October 31, from 2–4 PM.
**Salamanca, NY:** The city will hold its Halloween parade on Friday, October 30, at 6 PM along Main Street, followed by a costume contest. A trunk-or-treat event is also planned at Jefferson Street Park at approximately 6:30 PM.
**Wellsboro, PA:** The Halloween parade begins October 31 at 5 PM, ahead of residential trick-or-treating.
Halloween Safety Reminders
J² PRESS encourages families and motorists to take extra precautions during Halloween celebrations.
- Children should be accompanied by a responsible adult or travel in supervised groups.
- Carry flashlights or glow sticks, and consider reflective materials on costumes.
- Cross streets at intersections and watch carefully for approaching vehicles.
- Motorists should reduce speed and remain alert in residential neighborhoods.
- Families should inspect candy before allowing children to eat it.
- Respect residents who are not participating and visit homes displaying welcoming porch lights where that is the local custom.
Is Your Community Missing?
J² PRESS wants to help families throughout our coverage area stay informed.
If your borough, township, or village has announced official trick-or-treat hours that are missing from this guide, or if a previously announced schedule has changed, please contact J² PRESS with the updated information and a link or copy of the official announcement.
We will continue updating this regional guide as additional information becomes available.
From all of us at J² PRESS, have a safe, fun, and happy Halloween!
*J² PRESS — Keeping Our Communities Connected.*
