Trunk or Treat rolls into Veterans Park in Stillwater this weekend

STILLWATER, N.J. – Costumes, candy, and community spirit will fill Veterans Memorial Park this Saturday as the Stillwater Township Recreation Commission hosts its annual Trunk or Treat event on October 26 at 2 p.m.

The family-friendly celebration invites residents to decorate their car trunks, dress up in creative costumes, and enjoy an afternoon of Halloween fun at 932 Pond Brook Road. The event is free to attend and open to the public.


Key Points

  • Stillwater Township’s Trunk or Treat takes place Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park.
  • The event features a costume contest, trunk-decorating contest, and family games.
  • Admission is free; registration closes Oct. 24.

Halloween fun for all ages

Participants can compete in both the costume contest and the trunk-decorating contest, with prizes for the most creative and festive designs. Kids will have the chance to trick-or-treat safely from car to car while families enjoy games and seasonal activities organized by the township recreation team.

Event details and registration

Organizers ask participants to register no later than Friday, October 24, by emailing trotts900.tt@gmail.com. The event will be held rain or shine, but may be canceled in the event of severe weather.

A community favorite returns

Trunk or Treat has become a seasonal staple in Stillwater, bringing together neighbors and local families for a lighthearted, safe Halloween celebration. With fall colors peaking across Sussex County, this weekend’s event promises a perfect mix of spooky fun and small-town tradition.