These areas were identified in a published Melbourne Halloween guide. Participation changes each year, so check the map and current local notices before travelling.
1. Coburg
Bell Street and nearby lanes are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted heritage homes, local displays and Pentridge Halloween activity. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
2. Carlton
Lygon Street and nearby terraces are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted family-focused trader activity and a walkable neighbourhood feel. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
3. St Kilda
Acland, Fitzroy and Carlisle Streets are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted family pockets, local activity and nearby attractions. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
4. Northcote
Westgarth and nearby residential streets are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted creative displays and a strong neighbourhood atmosphere. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
5. Brighton East
Carpenter Street and surrounds are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted a noted concentration of ambitious Halloween decorations. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
6. Black Rock
coastal cul-de-sacs near Black Rock House are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted coastal displays and a heritage Halloween backdrop. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
7. Hawthorn
Glenferrie Road and Rathmines Street are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted heritage homes and local front-yard displays. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
8. Caulfield North
residential streets near Labassa Mansion are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted neighbourhood participation and family event options. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
9. North Balwyn
Greythorn and the Doncaster Road area are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted large residential displays and community festival activity. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.
10. Preston
High Street and nearby residential streets are useful places to begin checking for current participation. The area is included because local Halloween coverage has highlighted the High Street Halloween Trail and local activity. Treat this as a route-planning lead, rather than a guarantee that every home will be taking part.
Start by checking the current map, then keep your walk compact and visit only homes that are visibly welcoming trick-or-treaters. If a listed display or trail has changed, nearby participating homes and local community updates are the best alternative.