The Top 7 Trick-or-Treat Spots to Haunt on Halloween in Cheyenne

Halloween festivities have taken over October. I can remember the days when such spooky extravaganzas only occurred the weekend before Halloween or on October 31 itself. Nowadays, there's an abundance of candy-coated celebrations scattered throughout the entire month of October.

Trunk-or-treats, fall festivals, haunted houses, and creepy carnivals bring endless Halloween fun to Cheyenne. These festivities are all well and good - as a parent, I appreciate the opportunities to bring my child to a safe, fun event where he can show off his costume and engage with the community. After a few of these events, my son is all stocked up on candy for a year.

But, as far as I'm concerned, nothing can beat the timeless tradition of going trick-or-treating on October 31. I'm a firm believer that Halloween candy just tastes better if you have to walk a few blocks to earn your horde of sweets.

After growing up in Cheyenne, you learn a thing or two about the sweetest spots for trick-or-treating in town. Check out this list of can't-miss candy hot spots in Cheyenne:

The Pointe

The Pointe community has a ton of cul-de-sacs perfect for the ardent trick-or-treater. My son has scored several full-sized candy bars from this neighborhood each year.

Click here for more info on the Pointe neighborhood.

Saddle Ridge

Saddle Ridge is a newer neighborhood in Cheyenne that is super walkable and has a ton of houses participating in trick-or-treating.

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The Governor's Mansion

Did you know you can meet Governor Mark Gordon and First Lady Jenny Gordon on Halloween? They open the Governor's Residence (5001 Central Ave.) to trick-or-treaters - come say 'hi' and meet their friendly dogs while you're there!

Click here for more info on trick-or-treating at the Governor's Residence.

Bar X Ranch

Growing up in Cheyenne, we referred to this as the 'rich' neighborhood. Residents pull out all the stops in this neighborhood - full-sized candy bars are usually up for grabs here.

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The Avenues 

If you feel like bringing the kids to a scenic trick-or-treat area, head to the Avenues. The area is super walkable, and, let's face it, there's no prettier place in Cheyenne to trick-or-treat.

Click here for more info on the Avenues neighborhood.

Sun Valley

Sun Valley is one of my favorite areas to trick-or-treat! The neighborhood is usually decked out in decorations, and the residents bring their a-game to trick-or-treaters.

Click here for more info on the Sun Valley neighborhood.

The Nightmare on Arapaho Street

Cheyenne's free haunted house (707 Arapaho Street) doubles as a premiere destination for trick-or-treating! Bring the kids for treats and a few fun scares while you're there. BONUS: The neighborhood around the house is great for a trick-or-treating stroll.

Click here for more info on the Nightmare on Arapaho Street.

Where are your favorite trick-or-treat spots in town? Share them below: