Ultimate Guide to Trick-or-Treat & Trunk-or-Treat in Greenville, SC

Halloween is creeping up fast, and families across Greenville are already planning their spookiest nights. Whether you’re hunting for classic neighborhood trick-or-treat routes or organized trunk-or-treat events for safer, centralized fun, here’s your go-to guide to all the best spots in and around Greenville, SC.

Tip: Always double-check dates & times with official sources, as events sometimes shift due to weather or sponsorships.

 Best Trick-or-Treat Neighborhoods Around Greenville

If you love the traditional door-to-door candy experience, these neighborhoods and streets are consistently popular:

Earle Street (Greenville)

One of the most iconic trick-or-treat streets in Greenville — lined with decorated homes and heavy foot traffic. Some years, around 2,000 trick-or-treaters flood Earle Street. WYFF
Because of its layout — houses with welcoming front porches and garages tucked behind — Earle Street is often considered a model “Halloween-friendly” street. housingdesignmatters.com+2Instagram+2

Simpsonville / Golden Strip Area

Several subdivisions in Simpsonville are reader favorites:

• Neely Farms

• Orchard Farms

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These neighborhoods tend to have active participation, meaning more decorated houses and candy-givers.

Greer Neighborhoods

• O’Neal Village in Greer is well-recommended. Kidding Around Greenville+2Kidding Around Greenville+2

• Silver Leaf also gets shout-outs from locals. Kidding Around Greenville

Other Neighborhoods & Areas

• Amber Oaks Farm (Greer) — off Pennington Road / Highway 101. Kidding Around Greenville

• Tymberbrook (Lyman area) — older, large neighborhood with many homes participating. Kidding Around Greenville

• Woodland Creek (Travelers Rest area) — recommended for those out that way. Kidding Around Greenville

Neighborhood trick-or-treating is wonderful for families looking for a stroll under streetlights, chatting with neighbors, and enjoying the traditional Halloween vibe.

Trunk-or-Treat & Special Halloween Events Around Greenville

If you prefer a safer, more controlled environment (especially for younger kids), trunk-or-treat and festival-style Halloween events are perfect. Here are some to watch for in 2025 (or check local calendars for updates):

Trick-Or-Treat on Main Street (Downtown Greenville)

• Date/Time: October 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visit Greenville SC+1

• Overview: Walk down historic Main Street, where participating merchants hand out candy (look for green pumpkins in their windows) and host fun giveaways. Greenville SC+2Greenville.com+2

• It’s a safe, walkable, family-friendly event that blends the charm of downtown with the Halloween spirit.

Boo in the Zoo (Greenville Zoo)

• When: Multiple dates in mid-October through Halloween week. Kidding Around Greenville+3Greenville.com+3greenvillezoofoundation.org+3

• What to Expect: Candy stations, themed zones (Dragon Alley, extinct species, fun houses), and spooky but friendly atmosphere. Kidding Around Greenville+3greenvillezoofoundation.org+3Greenville.com+3

• Admission: Usually a small fee, with discounts for zoo members. greenvillezoofoundation.org

The Springs at Simpsonville — Annual Trunk or Treat

• When: Evening event (check local calendar, past events around late October) GREENVILLE JOURNAL+1

• What to Expect: Candy from trunks, bounce houses, petting zoo, face painting, food trucks. Free admission. GREENVILLE JOURNAL

Halloween at Heritage Park (Simpsonville / Greenville Area)

• This is more of a festival-style Halloween celebration — inflatables, face painting, and free candy (often for the first several thousand kids). Visit Greenville SC

Other Community Events & “Trunk or Treat” Happenings

• Many churches, schools, and neighborhoods host their own trunk-or-treat nights. For example, in past years:

  • Earle Street Baptist Church hosted a trunk-or-treat (5–7 pm) during downtown trick-or-treat events. Kidding Around Greenville+2GREENVILLE JOURNAL+2

  • HopePointe Church had one in Greenville (6–8 pm in past years) Kidding Around Greenville

• Local listings (like Kidding Around Greenville) usually post updated trunk-or-treat schedules each October. Kidding Around Greenville

Pro Tips for Families 

1. Plan your route ahead
   Especially around busy streets like Earle Street, traffic and crowding can get intense. Arriving early or picking less-crowded neighborhoods helps. WYFF+1

2. Check event pages for changes
   Rain, sponsorship, or safety concerns might shift dates or times. Use event organizers’ social media or official city sites.

3. Safety first

   • Use flashlights, glow sticks, or reflectors.

   • Walk (don’t run) between houses.

   • Stay on sidewalks and cross at intersections.

   • For trunk-or-treats, supervision is easier, but still keep eyes on younger ones.

4. Mix up your Halloween night
   Combine a neighborhood trick-or-treat walk with a trunk-or-treat festival or downtown activity (like Trick-or-Treat on Main Street) to keep things fresh and fun.

5. Capture memories
   The decorated houses, smiling faces in costumes, and community spirit make for great photos — perfect for your social media or local blog coverage.