Halloween Safety Tips for Homeowners and Trick-or-Treaters

Keep Your Anchorage Neighborhood Safe and Spooky—Not Scary!

Halloween in Anchorage brings crisp air, crunchy leaves, and streets filled with costumed kids excited to collect treats. While it’s one of the most fun nights of the year, it’s also one of the busiest for homeowners and families out and about after dark. A few thoughtful precautions can keep everyone safe and smiling.

Here are some simple ways to make your home—and your trick-or-treating route—safer this Halloween:

 1. Light Up the Night

Good lighting is one of the easiest ways to prevent accidents. Make sure your front porch light is on to signal that you’re participating in trick-or-treating. Add extra lighting along your walkway and driveway to help little ones see where they’re stepping.
Solar-powered path lights or LED lanterns can brighten up dark corners without raising your energy bill. Avoid open flames or candles inside pumpkins—use battery-powered tea lights instead to keep things festive and fire-safe.

2. Clear Your Walkways

Take a few minutes before dusk to tidy up your path. Pick up branches, toys, or garden tools, and make sure cords from decorations aren’t creating trip hazards.
If you live in a hilly or uneven area (hello, Anchorage driveways!), sweep away leaves and sprinkle sand or de-icer on slick spots. A clear and level walkway ensures every superhero, ghost, and fairy can make it to your door safely.

3. Keep Pets Safe and Calm

Even the most well-behaved pets can get anxious with the constant doorbell ringing, loud laughter, and costumes. Keep dogs and cats in a quiet room away from the front door to avoid escapes or accidental scares.
If your pets love greeting visitors, use a baby gate or leash to maintain control. It’s also a good idea to remind trick-or-treaters not to approach unfamiliar animals, no matter how friendly they seem.

 4. Be Driveway and Street-Aware

Halloween night means more foot traffic and less visibility. If you’ll be driving that evening, go extra slow through residential areas—kids can dart across the street unexpectedly.
Homeowners should keep their driveway clear of cars if possible, giving trick-or-treaters a safe place to turn around. Motion-sensor lights can help alert you (and others) when someone’s near the driveway.

 5. Keep the Treats Safe Too

Avoid homemade goodies for visiting kids—store-bought, individually wrapped treats are best. If you’re offering allergy-friendly items, mark them with a teal pumpkin or have a separate bowl of non-food treats like stickers or glow sticks.

A Safe and Fun Halloween for All

A few extra minutes of preparation can make Halloween night both magical and safe for everyone in your neighborhood. Bright lights, clear paths, and calm pets go a long way in creating an enjoyable experience for trick-or-treaters and homeowners alike.

From all of us at Vanna & Co., wishing you a safe, happy, and fun-filled Halloween!

— Vanna Siackhasone, Realtor® | Vanna & Co.
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