Trick-or-treat hours in Ankeny, IA, 2026
Trick-or-treating in Ankeny, IA is Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM, according to City of Ankeny. Turn your porch light on to welcome trick-or-treaters and off when you're done.
- Sat, October 31 Trick-or-treat night
- 6–8 PM 2026 hours
- 6–8 PM Last year (October 31)
- 1 Halloween events listed
Source: City of Ankeny (2026) · City of Ankeny (2025) · Last checked Oct 1, 2026
Times can change for weather. If the town posts an update, it wins. Stay on sidewalks, carry a light, and only visit houses with the porch light on.
Halloween events in Ankeny
- Halloween In Uptown (trunk-or-treat): Thursday, October 8, 4–8 PM, Uptown Ankeny business district. Des Moines Places (2026)
Ankeny trick-or-treat FAQ
What time is trick-or-treating in Ankeny, IA in 2026?
Trick-or-treating in Ankeny, IA is Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM, according to City of Ankeny. Turn your porch light on to welcome trick-or-treaters and off when you're done.
What were the trick-or-treat hours in Ankeny last year?
Friday, October 31, 2025, 6–8 PM (City of Ankeny (2025)).
What time does trick-or-treating start and end in Ankeny?
It starts at 6 PM and ends at 8 PM on Saturday, October 31. Turn your porch light off at 8 PM to show you're done.
Are there trunk-or-treats or Halloween events in Ankeny, IA in 2026?
Yes: Halloween In Uptown (trunk-or-treat) (Thursday, October 8, 4–8 PM).
Is trick-or-treating on Thursday, Friday or Saturday in 2026?
In Ankeny it's Saturday. Halloween 2026 itself is Saturday, October 31.
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