Published Oct 17, 20251 minute readSisters Emme and Abbie Gillis (foreground) get a photo taken with the Halloween-themed Celtic Witches of the Cape on Charlotte Street in Sydney last year. Hundreds more – children and adult alike – came to downtown Sydney to receive candy from local businesses and take in spooky festivities. Photo by Luke Dyment /Cape Breton PostArticle contentAttention trick or treaters and candy enthusiasts: Halloween in Downtown Sydney is set for Oct. 25.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe event is slated for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or while quantities last. Over 40 businesses will participate as trick or treat locations. The day includes music by DJ Majestic, some performances, and a costume contest.Article contentArticle content“Previous years have seen a few thousand people participate, and we’re excited to welcome all the ghosts and goblins again this year,” said Philippa Bryden, executive director of the Sydney Downtown Development Association.Article contentCharlotte Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from Dorchester Street to Townsend Street for the festivities. A rain date is scheduled for Oct. 26.Article contentArticle content
Halloween in Downtown Sydney scheduled for Oct. 25
