Linton's annual Spookfest celebration will return Saturday, Oct. 24, bringing an evening of Halloween fun, costumes, candy, and entertainment to Linton City Park.

The event will feature a golf cart and side-by-side parade, trunk-or-treat activities, a costume contest, and live music.

Organizers encourage local businesses, organizations, and individuals to participate in this year's trunk-or-treat lineup to help make the celebration a success.

"Last year was huge! We need lots and lots of people to hand out candy," said Amanda Smith, one of the event organizers.

With another large turnout anticipated, organizers are seeking additional participants willing to distribute candy to children attending the event.

Those interested in participating are encouraged to decorate their vehicles, dress in costumes, and join the festivities.

Golf Cart and Side-by-Side Parade

A Halloween parade featuring decorated golf carts and side-by-sides will kick off the evening's festivities.

Participants are asked to gather at 4:45 p.m. in the gravel parking lot near the Glenburn William T. Murphy building. The parade will begin at 5 p.m., traveling around Glenburn to give residents an opportunity to enjoy the decorated vehicles before continuing through Linton.

The parade route will travel along Fifth Street NW, H Street NE and Main Street before turning onto NE E Street toward Linton City Park. Participants will circle the park before concluding the parade and joining the Spookfest festivities.

Those interested in participating may register by texting 812-798-1236 or simply arrive at the gravel parking lot by 4:45 p.m. on the day of the event.

Spookfest Schedule

The evening's schedule includes:

4:45 p.m. — Golf cart and side-by-side parade lineup at Glenburn.
5 p.m. — Golf cart parade begins, traveling around Glenburn for residents.
5:15 p.m. — Community parade.
5:30 p.m. — Community Band performance and trunk-or-treat activities begin.
6 p.m. — Costume contest.

Candy Donations and Community Participation Needed

Organizers are also seeking candy donations to help ensure there are plenty of treats for children attending the celebration.

Donations may be dropped off at Violet & Co., the Linton Utilities Office, or Tracy McDonald’s State Farm Insurance Office.

Local businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to participate in the trunk-or-treat lineup by decorating vehicles and handing out candy.

The Hens & Chicks food truck will also be at Spookfest, serving food from 5 to 8 p.m. behind the park.

Spookfest will take place at Linton City Park, with trunk-or-treat activities advertised from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The community is invited to attend, participate in the festivities and help make this year's celebration another success.