Fairfax County sets no trick-or-treat hours; Reston trick-or-treats the evening of Saturday, Oct. 31. Plus Market Street, Halloween House and Spooktacular.
Last checked Oct. 18, 2026. This page is updated each year. Facts come from Fairfax County’s 2026 Halloween guide and each organizer’s own page.
There are no official trick-or-treat hours in Reston. Fairfax County, which governs Reston, says in its 2026 Halloween guide that it does not set a different date for trick-or-treating. Halloween falls on Saturday, Oct. 31, and neighborhood trick-or-treating usually happens that evening. Your homeowners association or apartment complex may set its own times for events, so check your cluster newsletter.
Who to call
- Emergency: 911
- Police non-emergency (suspicious activity, speeding in your neighborhood): Fairfax County Police, 703-691-2131 (TTY 711)
- Reston Community Center events: restoncommunitycenter.com
- Reston Association events: Reston Association calendar
Halloween events in and near Reston
| Date | Event | Where | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24 | Halloween House and Trick-or-Treat Trail, 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. | 11450 Glade Drive (Reston Association) | See listing |
| Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24 | Halloween on the Farm, one-hour slots 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday | Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon | $12 a person, register in advance by Oct. 22 |
| Saturday, Oct. 24 | Boo at the Pool, half-hour sessions from 12:30 p.m., ages 6 months to 9 years | RCC Hunters Woods pool, 2310 Colts Neck Road | $5 to $10 |
| Sunday, Oct. 25 | Trick or Treat Beyond Market Street, noon to 3 p.m. | Reston Town Center | Free |
| Saturday, Oct. 31 | RCC Spooktacular, noon to 3 p.m., plus a free Spooktacular Splash swim 1 to 5 p.m. | Hunters Woods Plaza, 2310 Colts Neck Road | Free |
Halloween on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park includes farm animals, trick-or-treating, crafts, games and a tour of the decorated farmhouse. Children must come with a registered adult. Trick or Treat Beyond Market Street has participating retailers and restaurants handing out treats, prizes and special offers, with free giveaways while supplies last and live music.
The Fairfax County Park Authority’s Halloween roundup lists more events across the county, including Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park on Oct. 24-25, and the county library holds Halloween events at many branches.
Safety tips from the county and police
From Fairfax County’s guide and the Fairfax County Police Department’s Halloween safety release:
For families
- Visit only homes with porch lights on or active Halloween decorations, and never go inside a stranger’s house or car.
- Trick-or-treat in groups. If you are not going along, plan the route together.
- Carry a flashlight or glow sticks, and choose costumes with reflective material and fire-retardant fabric. Face makeup is safer than a mask that blocks the eyes.
- Cross at corners and crosswalks, not between parked cars, and stay on sidewalks and paths.
- Make sure children know their phone number and address.
- Check candy before it is eaten, especially for food allergies. A teal pumpkin signals allergy-friendly treats.
For drivers
- Drive extra slowly through neighborhoods and residential areas on Halloween night.
- Never pass a stopped vehicle that may be letting children cross.
- Back out of driveways and parking spaces slowly, and put the phone away.
For homes and pets
- Use glow sticks or battery candles in jack-o’-lanterns, and keep decorations away from heat sources and exits.
- Clear power cords and other tripping hazards from the walk.
- Keep pets leashed or behind a gate away from the door, keep chocolate away from them, and make sure they wear ID.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the trick-or-treat hours in Reston?
There are no official hours. Fairfax County does not set a trick-or-treat date or time; neighborhood trick-or-treating usually happens the evening of Oct. 31, which is a Saturday in 2026. Your HOA or apartment complex may set its own times for events.
Is trick-or-treating on Oct. 31 in Fairfax County this year?
Yes. Fairfax County says it does not move Halloween to another day. Halloween 2026 is Saturday, Oct. 31.
Where can kids trick-or-treat at Reston Town Center?
Trick or Treat Beyond Market Street runs from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, with treats at participating shops and restaurants, free giveaways while supplies last and live music.
Are there trunk-or-treat or daytime Halloween events in Reston?
Yes: Reston Association’s Halloween House and Trick-or-Treat Trail on Oct. 23-24, Boo at the Pool on Oct. 24 and Reston Community Center’s free Spooktacular at Hunters Woods Plaza from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 31.
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