The Bakersfield Police Department is hosting a HalLAWeen event featuring creatively decorated rooms and a variety of themes for the community to enjoy. Sergeant Celedon, described the one of the rooms as a chance for visitors to step into the “World of Shrek,” complete with characters like the three little pigs, the dragon, and Pinocchio.
Other themed rooms include “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Monsters Inc.,” “Toy Story,” “Jurassic Park,” “The Conjuring,” and “Psycho Clowns. and many more”
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The event, which runs from 4 to 8 p.m., is in its seventh year and continues to grow. Attendees are encouraged to bring candy donations and dress up in their best costumes.
In addition to the festivities, safety tips for trick-or-treating were shared. Families are advised to be aware of traffic, wear illuminated clothing, and add unique identifiers to children’s costumes to avoid mix-ups. Drivers are urged to be extra vigilant and reduce speed in residential areas.
HalLAWween takes place at the parking lot north of City Hall’s North Building, located at 17th and I Street. Visitors are reminded to follow traffic rules and find parking carefully.