Trunk or Treat

The annual Trunk or Treat event is a free family trick or treating event on Saturday, October 26 (rain date Sun. Oct 27) and is open to all. Each year, over 4,500+ children and adults visit Dedham Square for an afternoon of trick or treating and fun. The event spreads throughout all of Dedham Square all the way to the Registry of Deeds. Guests are encouraged to park in Dedham Square and visit Square businesses between 2-6pm for trick or treating, shopping, free face painting and live music on the way to the Registry of Deeds lot (at High and Ames St). Kids (and caregivers!) are encouraged to dress up in their Halloween costumes (no scary or gore please).

At the Registry of Deeds lot, from 3-5pm kids receive treats from cars decorated by local businesses and organizations. Families also enjoy activities, games, crafts, live music, and a photo booth. Please park in Dedham Square. No parking at Registry of Deeds.

Dedham Square Trick or Treating and Activities 2-6pm

Trick or Treating at Trunk or Treat at Registry of Deeds 3-5pm

Thank you to our sponsors, trunkers and all the volunteers who make this event possible.

Local businesses and organizations can get lots of exposure at Trunk or Treat by sponsoring or participating as a Trunker and giving away treats and promotional materials. Trunkers dress up, decorate their cars and give away treats and promotional information. No selling.
Apply by Oct 15 to be a Trunker HERE using our new registration system
Sponsoring Trunk or Treat is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to a broad audience and build brand awareness, while supporting efforts to keep Dedham Square vibrant. Trunk or Treat brings more than 4,000 people to Dedham Square. Sponsorships include a "trunker" booth which provides an excellent way to connect with potential customers in a fun and festive atmosphere! Here is a link to details about sponsorship.
Public transportation:
-34 Bus to Dedham Square
-Dedham has 2 Commuter Rail Stations: Endicott and Dedham Corporate. Both are a short Uber/Lift ride or 30 min walk. Schedules can be found here.
Free parking can be found on the street or in the following parking lots:
-Keystone Lot, 10 Eastern Avenue
-Lower Gonzalez Lot, 351 East Street
-Upper Gonzalez Lot, 420 Providence Highway
-Town Hall Parking Lot, 450 Washington St
Dedham Square Trick-or -Treat Map
2024 Map coming soon!
Look for the Ghost in Dedham Square business windows. The Trick-or-Treat map lists Square businesses giving away treats or offering specials and locations of free face painting, live music and portable bathrooms.