Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Attend DPR and MPD Halloween Events and Work Together to Keep Trick-or-Treaters Safe
Washington, D.C. – Mayor Muriel Bowser today encouraged residents to attend Halloween events hosted by the District’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). The Mayor also reminded residents of the importance of working together to keep trick-or-treaters safe.
Halloween events include:
- DPR’s Annual Monster Mash Bash at DPR recreation centers across the District on October 27, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This free event will feature games, candy, crafts, music, and other activities for children ages 2-12.
- MPD’s Trunk-or-Treat Event at the MPD 2nd District station on October 31, 2023 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This free event will feature decorated police vehicles, candy, and other activities for children of all ages.
“Halloween is a fun time for children and adults alike,” said Mayor Bowser. “I encourage everyone to attend one of the many Halloween events happening this year in the District and work together to keep our community safe.”
The Mayor also reminded residents of the following safety tips for trick-or-treating:
- Children should always be accompanied by an adult.
- Trick-or-treaters should only visit homes that are well-lit and have a visible porch light.
- Children should never enter a stranger’s home.
- Trick-or-treaters should only eat candy that is unopened and wrapped.
- Parents should inspect all candy before their children eat it.
“The safety of our children is our top priority,” said MPD Chief Robert J. Contee III. “We will have a strong presence in neighborhoods throughout the District on Halloween to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable time.”
For more information on DPR’s Halloween events, please visit: dpr.dc.gov/page/halloween-events.
For more information on MPD’s Halloween events, please visit: mpdc.dc.gov/page/halloween-safety-tips.
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