News Flash

Home - News

Posted on: October 17, 2022

Annual Trick or Treat on the Square set Monday, Oct. 31

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 17, 2022) – The historic square in downtown Gainesville will get a little sweeter – and spookier – come Monday, Oct. 31, with the return of Main Street Gainesville’s FREE Trick or Treat on the Square.

“Downtown Gainesville is a safe, fun atmosphere for the family to enjoy dressing up and experiencing the traditional ‘door-to-door’ trick-or-treating experience, albeit with historic buildings rather than homes,” said Main Street Manager Nicole Parham. “With the holiday falling on a Monday, we hope to see all the kids who’ve dressed up for school events end their day downtown for a fun early evening on the square.”

Open and free to all ages, the event is slated for 3-6 p.m. and will involve local businesses, to include retailers and restaurants on the square.

Costumes required, of course.

“We can’t wait to see all the costumes this year; from the superheroes and princesses to the creative puns and unique styles that blow us away each year!” Parham said.

A 5:30 p.m. costume contest will keep the thrills coming with contests in the following age categories: 0-4 for the wee ones, 5-8 for those little ghouls and 9-12 for those ghastly bats! New this year will be a Best Group/Family Costume category, plus a contest specifically geared toward fur-babies, sponsored by Bad Bella’s Good Dog Bakery.

While you’re there, be sure to check out Squarecrows on the Square to see firsthand the mad genius of local businesses, groups and organizations. All squarecrows, now up for the public to enjoy, are competing for the 2022 Best Squarecrow title. Photos of the displays can be found on the @DowntownGainesvilleGA Facebook page, where the public can vote on their favorite(s). The photo with the most “Likes” come Halloween night, Oct. 31, wins! The grand prize will be a gift certificate to a downtown business of the winner’s choice, so make those votes count!

Take advantage of free parking at the Gainesville North Parking Deck, 100 Brenau Ave. NW; Main Street Parking Deck, 301 Main St.; and Hall County Parking Facility, 225 Green St. SE – all within walking distance to the square.

Businesses or sponsors interested in participating in Trick or Treat on the Square should reach out to Parham via the following online contact form.

Please be mindful of planned parking (1 p.m.) and road (2 p.m.) closures earlier in the day.

Facebook Twitter Email

Other News in Home - News

The Inked Pig

MUST-TRY MONDAY | The Inked Pig

Posted on: December 4, 2023
Riverside Roofing

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Riverside Roofing

Posted on: November 27, 2023
Dress Up Gainesville

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Dress Up Boutique

Posted on: November 20, 2023
Southern Baked Pie Co.

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Southern Baked Pie Co.

Posted on: November 13, 2023
Standard Service

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Standard Service

Posted on: November 6, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Collegiate Grill

Posted on: October 30, 2023

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Arte Tattoo Studios

Posted on: October 23, 2023
Cotto Modern Italian

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Cotto Modern Italian

Posted on: October 16, 2023
Taqueria Tsunami

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Taqueria Tsunami

Posted on: October 9, 2023
Downtown Sports Cards

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Downtown Sports Cards

Posted on: September 25, 2023
Meadowlark Coffee

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Meadowlark Coffee

Posted on: September 18, 2023
Acuna's Cake Shoppe

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Acuna’s Cake Shoppe

Posted on: September 11, 2023
345170220_1279957725952360_7726899044621718701_n

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Established Design Co.

Posted on: September 4, 2023
Purchase Effect

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Purchase Effect

Posted on: August 28, 2023
IMG_4831

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Boarding Pass Coffee

Posted on: August 21, 2023
Kilwins Gainesville

MUST-TRY MONDAY | Kilwins Gainesville

Posted on: August 14, 2023

Fall in love with Gainesville event season

Posted on: September 30, 2021

Lake Lanier: Gainesville's crown jewel

Posted on: August 31, 2021

First Friday concert slated June 4

Posted on: June 1, 2021
Donuts

GET YOUR GRUB ON!

Posted on: May 13, 2021

DWR set for weekend water outage

Posted on: April 13, 2021
Cupcake

GET YOUR GRUB ON!

Posted on: April 1, 2021

New WeGo vanpool service launching Dec. 14

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Red & Blue 5K open to public

Posted on: January 25, 2021