Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, which is great news for Portland families. No rushing home from school, no scrambling to get costumes on before dinner, and maybe, just maybe, parents won’t have to deal with quite as much candy-fueled chaos on a school night.
If you’re looking to take the kids trick-or-treating somewhere beyond your own neighborhood, there are plenty of options around Portland. Local business districts, community celebrations, and a few unique Halloween traditions offer families a chance to collect candy, show off their costumes, and enjoy the holiday.
Here’s a look at some of the best places to take the kids trick-or-treating in and around Portland for Halloween 2026.
Bethany Village Halloween Hunt
Saturday, October 31, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Bethany Village is bringing back its annual Halloween Hunt, giving families a chance to visit participating businesses throughout the shopping center for candy and other treats.
There will also be plenty of activities at Bethany Athletic Club, including bowling, ring toss, cornhole, Halloween crafts, and a spin-the-wheel game. Kids can even enjoy a bounce house for $1 per child.
Admission to the event is free, and it’s open to all ages. Families are encouraged to dress up, bring their candy bags, and enjoy the afternoon. The event takes place rain or shine, which is probably a good thing considering this is Oregon in late October.
Bethany Village Centre is located at 4720 NW Bethany Blvd. Free parking is available throughout the shopping center.
Alberta Street Trick-or-Treating
Saturday, October 31, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
The Alberta Arts District is one of Portland’s more colorful neighborhoods throughout the year, and Halloween gives it another opportunity to show off its personality.
Families can stroll along NE Alberta Street, roughly between NE 13th and NE 32nd avenues, visiting participating businesses for candy and other treats. Look for Halloween posters in business windows to see who’s participating.
The afternoon event is particularly nice for families with younger children who want to get their trick-or-treating done before it gets dark. And with so many shops and restaurants along the street, parents might even find a reason to stop for a coffee along the way.
Halloween in Multnomah Village
Saturday, October 31, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Multnomah Village has always had that charming, small-town atmosphere, and Halloween is one of the best times to experience it.
The Multnomah Village Business Association is hosting its annual Trick-or-Treat Costume Parade, with participating businesses handing out treats along SW Capitol Highway, SW Troy Street, and the surrounding village area.
Families can start at participating businesses between approximately SW 37th and SW 30th avenues, including the Multnomah French Quarter.
One important detail for parents: SW Capitol Highway will have street closures between SW 34th Avenue and SW Garden Home Road during the event. Walking, biking, or using public transportation is encouraged, although accessible parking will be available.
It’s a fun opportunity for kids to show off their costumes while enjoying one of Southwest Portland’s most recognizable neighborhoods.
Downtown Tigard Trick or Treat Main Street
Friday, October 30, 3:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Here’s an option for families who want to get an early start on Halloween. Downtown Tigard is holding its annual Trick or Treat Main Street celebration on Friday, October 30, rather than Halloween itself.
Participating businesses along Main Street will welcome costumed children for an afternoon of candy and community fun.
One of the nicest features of this event is its dedicated first hour. From 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., trick-or-treating is reserved for younger children and neurodivergent children, offering a more relaxed environment before the larger crowds arrive.
The event opens to everyone from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
For families who want to spread their Halloween celebrations across two days, this is an easy way to start collecting candy before Saturday’s main event.
Trick or Treat Troutdale
Saturday, October 31, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
If you’re willing to head east, downtown Troutdale offers a traditional Halloween celebration with a little extra candy collecting afterward.
Businesses along the Historic Columbia River Highway will welcome trick-or-treaters from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. It’s a fun way to explore the downtown area while kids make their way from business to business.
And if the candy bags aren’t quite full enough, families can continue to the Columbia Gorge Outlets, where additional trick-or-treating takes place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Two Halloween stops in one afternoon? Your dentist might not love the idea, but the kids certainly will.
Kennedy School Trick-or-Treating and Halloween Party
Saturday, October 31, 3:00 to 6:30 p.m.
McMenamins Kennedy School is once again getting into the Halloween spirit with a free celebration for families.
Kids in costume can trick-or-treat throughout the property from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Once they’ve collected their candy, the festivities move into the gymnasium for an all-ages Halloween party.
From 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., Tallulah’s Daddy will perform free, family-friendly live music.
The combination of trick-or-treating and live entertainment makes this a particularly appealing option for families looking to do something beyond simply collecting candy.
Kennedy School is located at 5736 NE 33rd Ave. in Northeast Portland.
Trick or Treat on Mississippi Avenue
Saturday, October 31, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.
North Portland’s Mississippi Avenue is joining the Halloween fun with an afternoon of trick-or-treating at participating businesses.
Families can walk along the business district, keeping an eye out for balloons marking the shops handing out candy.
The event runs until 7:00 p.m., giving families a little more flexibility than some of the earlier afternoon celebrations. That could be especially helpful if you’ve got younger kids who need a break between costume changes, snack requests, and the inevitable argument over who got more chocolate.
More Halloween Fun Around Portland
- Downtown Oregon City Trick-or-Treat Main Street:Â Saturday, October 31, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Families can visit participating businesses along Main Street in historic downtown Oregon City for Halloween treats.
- Woodstock Spooktacular:Â Saturday, October 31, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Southeast Portland’s Woodstock neighborhood is celebrating with family activities, including trick-or-treating, games, crafts, a dog costume contest, and more. Activities take place around Woodstock Boulevard and the Woodstock Community Center.
- Trick or Treat Montavilla:Â Saturday, October 31, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is one of the earlier trick-or-treating options in Portland, with Halloween festivities in the Montavilla business district near SE Stark Street and SE 70th Avenue.
- Trick or Treat on Fremont:Â Saturday, October 31, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Families can visit participating businesses in the Beaumont neighborhood along NE Fremont Street for an afternoon of Halloween treats.
- Raleigh Hills Community Trick-or-Treat:Â Saturday, October 31, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Businesses at Scholls Crossing Center, located at 4822 SW Scholls Ferry Road, will offer treats, games, and other family activities.
A Little Halloween Planning Goes a Long Way
With Halloween falling on a Saturday, families have more flexibility to enjoy the holiday this year. You could visit an afternoon business district event, head home for dinner, and still have time to trick-or-treat around your own neighborhood.
Just remember that event details can change, particularly when Oregon’s unpredictable fall weather decides to join the festivities. It’s worth checking the individual event links before heading out.
Whether your kids are dressing up as superheroes, princesses, monsters, or something that requires a 20-minute explanation, Portland has plenty of places for them to show off their costumes.
Bring the candy bags, wear comfortable shoes, and enjoy the festivities. And maybe establish a reasonable candy limit before you leave the house.
Good luck with that last part.
Emily currently lives in Orange County, California after spending four years in Illinois and half a year teaching in Florence, Italy. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Knox College and an M.A. in Counseling from the University of San Diego and has taught English to native speakers and ESL students for over three years. When she’s not working as a School Counselor or writing, she enjoys traveling the world, playing instruments, and blogging about Millennial experiences at Long Live the Twenties.