Families across Chattooga County will have several opportunities to celebrate Halloween this year, with community events scheduled in Summerville, Trion, Menlo and Lyerly.

Summerville – Saturday, October 31

Summerville Main Street and the Summerville Optimist Club will host Pumpkin Palooza and the annual Halloween Walk on Saturday, October 31, in the East Washington Street Streetscape area and around the historic Summerville Depot.

Pumpkin Palooza will take place from 10:30 AM until 3 PM in the Depot area, featuring food and craft vendors.

The Halloween Walk will run from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM along the streetscape, providing children with an opportunity to collect candy.

A costume contest will begin at 11:30 AM at the Open Air Stage.

Anyone interested in participating as a Pumpkin Palooza vendor can contact Susan at 706-728-0456. Those wishing to donate candy for the Halloween Walk can contact Cindy at 706-466-9014.

Trion – Saturday, October 31

Trion’s annual Halloween Walk will take place on Saturday, October 31, beginning at 5:30 PM.

The date and time were announced by Trion Police Chief Gilleland.

Menlo – Friday, October 30

The City of Menlo will hold its Halloween Walk on Friday, October 30, from 5 PM until 6:30 PM at Menlo Park.

The event provides an opportunity for local children and families to enjoy Halloween activities in a community setting.

Lyerly – Saturday, October 31

The Lyerly Fire Department will host a Trunk or Treat and Movie Night on Saturday, October 31, at Lyerly Park.

Trunk or Treat activities will take place from 5 PM until 7 PM, with free hot dogs available.

A free outdoor movie showing will begin at 7:30 PM. Families are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for the movie.

Concessions will also be available for purchase.

Anyone interested in setting up a vehicle for Trunk or Treat is welcome to participate.

With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, most Chattooga County communities have scheduled their celebrations for October 31, while Menlo will hold its event the evening before.

Residents are encouraged to watch for additional announcements from their local communities as Halloween approaches.