Trick-or-treat hours in Charleston, WV, 2026
Trick-or-treating in Charleston, WV is Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM, according to WSAZ. 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)
- 3 Halloween events listed
Source: WSAZ (2026) · WSAZ (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 Charleston
- Ghosts & Goodies at the University of Charleston: Monday, October 19, 6–8 PM, 2300 MacCorkle Ave.. WSAZ (2026)
- Pupper Treat/Trunk-or-Treat: Wednesday, October 21, 6–7:30 PM, Charleston School of Beauty Culture, 514 50th St. SE, Kanawha City (hosted by Pups Kickin’ Parvo). WSAZ (2026)
- Market Monster Mash at Capitol Market: Wednesday, October 28, 6:30–8:30 PM, 800 Smith St.. Free, but trick-or-treating kids need a ticket (2025 rule; check the market). WSAZ (2026)
Charleston trick-or-treat FAQ
What time is trick-or-treating in Charleston, WV in 2026?
Trick-or-treating in Charleston, WV is Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM, according to WSAZ. Turn your porch light on to welcome trick-or-treaters and off when you're done.
What were the trick-or-treat hours in Charleston last year?
Friday, October 31, 2025, 6–8 PM (WSAZ (2025)).
What time does trick-or-treating start and end in Charleston?
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 Charleston, WV in 2026?
Yes: Ghosts & Goodies at the University of Charleston (Monday, October 19, 6–8 PM); Pupper Treat/Trunk-or-Treat (Wednesday, October 21, 6–7:30 PM); Market Monster Mash at Capitol Market (Wednesday, October 28, 6:30–8:30 PM).
Is trick-or-treating on Thursday, Friday or Saturday in 2026?
In Charleston it's Saturday. Halloween 2026 itself is Saturday, October 31.
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