Seasonal & Holidays
What Are the Trick-or-Treat Hours in Andover?
Check out these six important costume safety tips.

Trick-or-Treat will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31 in Andover.
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Costume Safety Tips
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- Children should carry a flashlight and their costumes should be bright-colored or have reflective tape to highlight them.
- Be sure all parts of the costume are labeled flame retardant.
- Costumes should not have trailing material or tails long enough to cause falls.
- Pointed objects such as swords and devils’ forks should be made of soft material.
- If your child wears a mask instead of make-up on their face, double check that the eye holes are large enough to see through clearly.
- Children should wear sturdy shoes and temperature appropriate clothing underneath their costumes.
Don’t miss these important tips courtesy of Massachusetts Department of Fire Services: Top 12 Trick-or-Treating Halloween Safety Tips.
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Safety Tips: Massachusetts Department of Fire Safety
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