Note: One of the most commonly asked questions by those who've recently moved to/visiting Orlando is, "What day and times does trick-or-treating take place for Halloween in Orlando?" Trick-or-treating near Orlando always takes place on Halloween night (even on a school night), and while there are no formal start and end times, popular hours are 5:30-9pm. As a general rule, if front porch lights are on, trick-or-treaters are welcome. To prepare for a safe and spooktacular night, check out these great Halloween Safety Tips from the Orlando Police & Fire Departments.

Trick-or-treat in Baldwin Park, one of the best neighborhoods in the country for Halloween fun! Photo courtesy of Baldwin Park

Best Neighborhoods to Trick-or-Treat in Orlando

Baldwin Park

Baldwin Park, located five miles east of downtown Orlando, has been ranked as one of the top 20 neighborhoods in the country for trick or treating. Each year the neighborhood sees a steady increase in trick-or-treaters. The most popular street in Baldwin Park is New Broad Street—most houses are decorated and include fog machines, light displays, and more. The houses are set close to the sidewalk, and most residents set up on their front porch to hand out candy (many of them in costume themselves). 

Celebration

This town is appropriately named for its celebration of all holidays, and Halloween is no exception. There are houses that go all-out with elaborate ghoulish décor and lights. The houses are close together and the neighborhood contains miles of sidewalks. The area gets very busy on Halloween so parking may be difficult. Others who have gone in past years recommend arriving around 4:30.

Dr. Phillips

The neighborhoods in Dr. Phillips offer a suburban feel close to the attractions. This spot to trick-or-treat in Orlando is another highly recommended place due to the large amount of families who live in the area.

Hunter's Creek

There are many smaller neighborhoods within Hunter's Creek to walk around for door-to-door trick-or-treating on Halloween.

Laureate Park

Located in Lake Nona, Laureate Park is a large neighborhood with well-lit sidewalks featuring an array of townhomes, cottages, and multi-story homes, perfect for door-to-door trick-or-treating.

Little ones can trick-or-treat from local merchants at Old Town. Photo courtesy of Old Town

Old Town

Halloween at Old Town is a popular and highly recommended place to trick-or-treat in Orlando on Halloween night. Several parents mention that kids have received lots of candy here in years past from local merchants. Festivities also include Thriller dancers and a costume contest, plus there are several restaurants and food vendors onsite.

Orlando neighborhoods go all out for Halloween. Photo by the author

Tuskawilla

Well known as a family-friendly neighborhood, Tuskawilla is a large neighborhood in the Oviedo/Winter Springs area of Seminole County. This is a popular trick-or-treat destination with several areas to park and walk, and plenty of festively decorated houses.

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Windermere

The houses in Windermere along Lake Butler usually have lots of fun Halloween displays.

Winter Garden

Several houses and neighborhoods surround downtown Winter Garden. Take the kids door-to-door trick-or-treating then head downtown to enjoy a Halloween light show, live music, and street performers at the Winter Garden Halloween Experience. Don’t forget to check out the Spooky Caboose at the Winter Garden History Center!

Winter Park

Winter Park’s tree-lined cobblestone streets make for a picturesque place to trick-or-treat in Orlando. Plus, several houses have fun and elaborate Halloween decorations. Downtown Winter Park has a variety of restaurants, so families can trick-or-treat the local neighborhoods and then head downtown to grab dinner. Kids can double up on candy by visiting the Winter Park Halloween Trunk Fest on Halloween night as well.