What Are Trick-or-Treat Hours on Halloween in Clarendon Hills?

Halloween is barely more than two weeks away, and it's important for Clarendon Hills parents to refresh their memory on how their kids can trick-or-treat safely on Thursday, Oct. 31. 

The Clarendon Hills Police Department says in a release posted online that dressed-up youngsters seeking sweets can go door-to-door between 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Hinsdale does not have set hours, but recommends trick-or-treating during daylight hours only.

Here are other trick-or-treat safety tips provided by the police department: 

• Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. 
• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility. 
• Secure emergency identification (name, address, phone number) discreetly within Halloween attire or on a bracelet. 
• Because a mask can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic and hypoallergenic makeup or a decorative hat as a safe alternative. 
• When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories purchase only those with a label indicating they are flame resistant. 
• Think twice before using simulated knives, guns or swords. If such props must be used, be certain they do not appear authentic and are soft and flexible to prevent injury. 
• Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts. 
• Plan ahead to use only battery powered lanterns or chemical lightsticks in place of candles in decorations and costumes. 
• This is also a great time to buy fresh batteries for your home Smoke Alarms. 
• Teach children their home phone number and to how call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost. Remind them that 9-1-1 can be dialed free from any phone. 
• Review with your children the principle of "Stop-Drop-Roll", should their clothes catch on fire.