Halloween has become a popular event in Australia, although it’s not as widely celebrated as in places like the US. In Sydney, you can find decorations in various neighbourhoods, making the spooky spirit accessible throughout the suburbs in Sydney.

Falling on the 31st of October, Halloween has turned into a fun activity for kids, providing a great excuse to indulge in sweets. It’s a special day filled with excitement for children. Some of the best streets for trick-or-treating have gained recognition through word of mouth and past events, ensuring a festive atmosphere in certain areas.

Tips for trick-or-treating in Sydney

Be mindful of time:

Kids typically start trick-or-treating around 4 PM, right after school and getting into their costumes. It’s courteous to stop knocking on doors after 8 PM or when the lights are off.

Identify welcoming homes:

Only visit houses with decorations and lights on. Look for signs indicating they’re open for trick-or-treaters.

Visiting neighbouring area:

Hosting Halloween can be expensive, with decorations and lollie costs adding up. Consider bringing some extra treats to help replenish the supplies for houses that welcome trick-or-treaters.

Be mindful of the amount you take:

When grabbing lollies from unattended porches, take only a few pieces. Remember, many homeowners invest time and effort into creating a festive atmosphere, so be respectful. Parents should accompany children as they roam with their buckets.

Check out these places:

Annandale – Railway Parade, Annandale Parade, Trafalgar Street, and Nelson Street

East Artarmon – Burra Road, Elizabeth Street, Mowbray Road and Sydney Road

Asquith – Sherbrook Road

Bondi – Hastings Parade, Murriverie Road, and Avoca Street

Box Hill – Brocklebank St, Connemara St, Dressage St, Felling St, Flemington Parkway, Galloway Rd, Maineanjou St, Pimlico St, Polo St, Rhinelander Rd, Stockhorse Av, Wadham St, Welara St, and Woodgate Parkway

Bradbury – Karri Place

Campbelltown – Bellinger Road and Seddon Place

Caringbah – Pacific Street, Cawarra Road, Frobisher Avenue, and Mansfield Avenue

Castle Cove – Rosebridge Avenue

Cremorne – Benelong Road and Brightmore Street

Cronulla – Caronia Avenue

Crows Nest – Burlington Street, Ernest Street, Emmett Street, Hayberry Street, and Holtermann Street

Dulwich Hill – Fairfowl Street

Earlwood – Bexley Road and Gornall Avenue

East Ryde – Wolfe Road

Engadine – Kingswood Road and Cambrai Avenue

Elanora Heights – St Andrews Gate, Elanora Road, Koorangi Avenue, and Kalang Road

Gladesville – Gerrish Street & Brereton Street

Greystanes – Kookaburra Street and Runyon Avenue

Guildford – Strickland Road

Gymea Bay – Forest Road, Ellesmere Road, and Sylvania Rd S

Hornsby Heights – Sydney Road

Kellyville Ridge – Filante Street

Kingsgrove – William Street

Kings Langley – Ellis Place, Molyneaux Avenue and Venus Place

Kurnell – Dampier Street

Lane Cove – Karilla Avenue and Johnstone Crescent

Lidcombe – Rawson Street

East Lindfield – Adelaide Avenue and Middle Harbour Road

Little Bay – Esperance Close

Malabar – Austral Street and Victoria Street

Mosman – Holt Avenue, Spencer Street, Medusa Street, and the streets around Memory Park and Clifton Gardens

Mount Colah – Excelsior Road, Oxley Drive, and Parklands Road

Northbridge – Baroona Road

Parramatta – Grandview Street & Gore Street

Pymble – Hope Street, Pymble Avenue, Gloucester Avenue and streets close to Pymble Station

Randwick – Gumara Road, Hendy Avenue, Rainbow Avenue, Ellen Street, and Dangar Street

Rockdale – Clarence Road and Herbert Street

Rydalmere – Joseph Street

Ryde – Heath Street and Blaxland Road

Sans Souci – Rocky Point Road

Smithfield – Stimson Street

St Ives – Hayle Street, Catherine Street, Lee Place, and Gould Avenue

Wahroonga – Grosvenor Street, Burns Road, Braeside Street, Kintore Street, Cleveland Street, Stuart Street, Water Street, Ada Avenue, Herber Place, and Junction Road

Warrawee – Bangalla Street

Willoughby – First, Second and Third Avenue

Whether you’re trick-or-treating or celebrating at home, there are plenty of fun ways to enjoy Halloween. Consider hosting a spooky movie night with your family. Whatever you choose, stay safe while exploring the streets, especially after dark. Check local community boards or social media for specific events or houses known for their Halloween spirit!