Downtown Lincoln Trick-or-Treat Returns October 31

Halloween fun is returning to downtown Lincoln this October with the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat, bringing costumes, candy and family activities to Beermann Plaza and businesses throughout downtown.

The free community event will take place Saturday, October 31, from 3 to 5 p.m., beginning at Beermann Plaza.

Hosted by the Downtown Lincoln Association, the event will feature trick-or-treating, candy booths, games and activities for families. Participating businesses throughout downtown will also be handing out candy.

Costumes are encouraged, with prizes planned in several categories, including Best Family Costume, Cutest Costume, Most Unique, Scariest, Funniest and Best Overall.

The event has become an annual Halloween tradition in downtown Lincoln, giving families an opportunity to trick-or-treat during the afternoon while visiting local businesses.

Local businesses can also participate in the event by setting up a table at Beermann Plaza. According to the Downtown Lincoln Association, there is no participation fee, although participating businesses are asked to provide candy for trick-or-treaters.

The popular Cake Walk is also scheduled to return, giving children a chance to win a cake to take home.

Downtown Trick-or-Treat 2026

Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Starting Location: Beermann Plaza, 640 5th Street, Lincoln
Admission: Free
Hosted by: Downtown Lincoln Association

Families can begin at Beermann Plaza before making their way through downtown Lincoln to participating businesses.

With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, downtown Lincoln should be a busy place for ghosts, superheroes, princesses and plenty of other costumed visitors.