Halloween in Downtown Ithaca
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Join the community in Downtown Ithaca for Halloween fun on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. This free, all-ages event features trick-or-treating at participating downtown businesses, Halloween activities, live music, and special giveaways. Wear your costume and bring a candy bag to collect treats at storefronts across downtown.
The GIAC parade to the Ithaca Commons leaves from GIAC at 3:30 PM, with stops at Beechtree and McGraw House along the route.
Highlights and activities include:
- Candy stops and Halloween specials at shops throughout downtown (see the digital map for details)
- Free mini caramel apples for the first 50 trick-or-treaters at Oracle Chocolates
- Haunted Hotel for kids, Plinko for prizes, and other family-friendly activities
- Small digestif tasting for adults 21+ at The Cellar d’Or
- Live entertainment, seasonal ice cream, and giveaways from participating businesses
Parking is available in city garages and on-street. TCAT buses serve the Commons area, and accessible parking is available in garages with elevators. Some giveaways are available while supplies last; check storefront signs or the digital map for participating locations.