Tricks, treats guaranteed
Halloween is right around the corner, and Hamilton’s Western Community Centre is putting on a treat.
On the night of Monday, October 31, the eve of All Saints’ Day, ghosts and goblins and witches will be brought back to life in the form of face paint and costumes.
The centre on Hyde Ave will celebrate the day by hosting Treats in the Park, an event that has been going strong for 14 years.
Events co-ordinator Nathan Morgan said it was the biggest event on the community centre’s calendar.
There will be inflatable rides, stage entertainment, a skateboarding competition and eight treat stations all within the grounds of Elliot Park.
Parent Kat Gamble said she brings her children to the event every year.
She and Heidi McGregor say it’s become a tradition, and is a good alternative to trick or treating.
‘‘It makes it safer, and the kids love it.’’
She said she loved Halloween as a kid, and now wears the costume of make up artist, getting her children ready for the event.
Morgan said they have catered for 2000 people, and have kept it as cheap as possible.
Registration is $4 per child and includes a ticket for the cool treats and inflatable rides.
The majority of people who attend dress up in costume, but for those who don’t have the time, there is a face-painter on site, Morgan said.