HUNTINGTON, NY – The Halloween spirit was alive and well in Huntington Village this week, as families, friends, and costumed characters of every kind filled the streets for the annual Huntington Halloween Trick or Treat and Costume Parade.
The evening kicked off near the Huntington Post Office, where a sleek race car parked along the street caught everyone’s attention – and no, it wasn’t a Halloween prop! It belonged to Huntington’s own 14-year-old professional race car driver, Darren Krantz, who generously donated plenty of candy for the night’s festivities.
From the starting point at the Post Office to Wall Street, the parade was a lively procession of ghosts, dragons, zebras, superheroes, dogs in costume, cowboys, Ghostbusters, Scooby Doos, and countless other creative ensembles. Local businesses opened their doors – and their candy bowls – to hundreds of eager trick-or-treaters, helping make the night a safe and memorable experience.
From “The Incredibles” to dinosaurs, witches, and even a walking taco or two, and dont forget Winnie The Pooh, Mr. and Mrs. Frankenstein, and all the families who joined together to make so many Halloween family themes with their kids, and/or pets, strolling down the street together laughing and having so much fun.
A special thanks goes to Huntington’s General Services Department for keeping everything running smoothly and safely, and to the Highway Department for their work ensuring pedestrian safety throughout the event. To Town Supervisor Ed Smyth and his wife who had a full table of treats for all, handing out candy and sharing smiles, joined by members of the Town Board, all helping to bring the true spirit of Huntington to life.
The creativity and community pride on display were nothing short of amazing. Events like these remind us how special it is when our town comes together to simply enjoy the night – filled with laughter, costumes, and plenty of Halloween fun.
Photography by Diane Schaber. Videography by June Margolin.
