Trunk or Treat is a Halloween event where individuals decorate the trunks of their cars and hand out candy to children in a safe and controlled environment, typically held in large parking lots.

The Trunk or Treat event will be held at Astoria Park Parking lot, located off the corner of Hoyt Avenue North & 19th Street. The exact address is Astoria Park Parking Lot Hoyt Avenue N & 19th Street Astoria, NY 11105, on October 29 from 12:00PM to 3:00PM.

Participation is FREE! We ask that parents and any community member to bring one bag of candy to donate to the event to any of our drop off locations. Gentle Art Studio on Astoria BLVD with 28th  (28-02 Astoria Blvd, NY 11102) is one of our current drop off locations.

Absolutely! We encourage participants to get creative and decorate their cars. There will be a prize for the best-decorated trunk!

While there’s no specific theme, participants are welcome to choose any family-friendly theme they’d like. The event itself will have the “Enchanted Forest” theme. :)

Please contact Juliana at AstoriaTrunkorTreat@Gmail.com

Safety is our top priority. All participants will be guided to specific parking spots with trunks and parents/guardians are fully responsible for supervising their own children. NYPD Community Affairs is one of the hosts of the event and will help adding more security to all participants.

Please bring individually wrapped, store-bought candy. Avoid candy with nuts to ensure safety for those with allergies.

Yes, non-candy treats such as stickers, pencils, and small toys are welcome. Please ensure they are safe for all age groups.

Yes, aside from the Trunk or Treat, there will be Live DJ, Game truck, Arts & Crafts, Face Paiting, Magic Ballons, Self Defense Workshop, Raffles, Costume Contest, Trunk Contest, food trucks, and more!

In case of inclement weather, we will advise on the next possible date. Updates regarding weather will be posted on our website and emailed to registered participants.

For more information, please reach out to Kelly Borges at AstoriaTrunkorTreat@GentleArtStudio.com or Text/call at (718)406-9095.

Yes, for safety reasons, we request at least one adult remain with their vehicle at all times to distribute treats and ensure the safety of all participants.

We request that only children come dressed in their Halloween best. Just ensure costumes are family-friendly and non-obstructive for safety.

We always appreciate extra hands! If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Juliana at AstoriaTrunkorTreat@Gmail.com  or Call/Text (718)4069095. Opportunities include setup, cleanup, and managing various event stations.

For the safety and comfort of all participants, we kindly request that pets remain at home, with the exception of service animals.

To ensure there’s enough candy for everyone, we suggest giving out 1-2 pieces to each child. Depending on turnout and supplies, you can adjust as the event progresses.