While Mammoth Lakes isn’t necessarily known for large street‐wide trick-or-treat parades, there are solid neighborhood options. For example, the The Trails, Mammoth Lakes homeowners association has advertised a “Halloween Trick or Treat Event” in past years from 5–8 pm on October 31.
Community Events & Activities
In addition to door-to-door candy, there are special events:
- The annual “Halloween Party and Haunted Ice Rink” at the LA Kings Ice at Mammoth Lakes (Community Recreation Center) — good for younger kids who want fun in a safer, controlled space.
Trick-or-Treating in Steamboat Springs
Signature Trick-or-Treat Event: Downtown Halloween Stroll
One of the biggest family-friendly Halloween happenings in town is the annual Halloween Stroll along Lincoln Avenue in downtown Steamboat Springs, held on October 31 from about 5–7 pm. The road is closed off to traffic, kids in costumes collect treats from storefronts, street performers pop up, and the whole place turns festive. It’s described as “more than your average trick-or-treat” with fire dancers, drum circles, and competitive costume contests for kids.
Neighborhood Options & Alternative Events
Beyond downtown:
- The “Old Town” neighborhood hosts a Neighborhood Halloween Trick-or-Treat event (for example 4:30-7pm on a weekend) in Oct/Nov.
- There are other themed events like “Hike‐or‐Treat” along trails or special carnival style trick-or-treating at schools and campuses.
Tips for Families
- Because Lincoln Avenue closes for the stroll, consider arriving a bit early to find parking or use alternate transport (walk from a hotel downtown, or park and ride).
- If younger children are involved, consider pairing the stroll with one of the earlier neighborhood-based trick‐or‐treat sessions so they don’t stay out too late.
Which Destination Fits Your Family?
- If your group is staying in Mammoth Lakes and you prefer a quieter, mountain-retreat vibe with some candy stops, Mammoth’s selections work well — particularly for younger children and those staying in resort rentals.
- If your group is staying in Steamboat Springs or arriving for the Halloween weekend and you want a festive, high-energy “big event” experience, the Downtown Halloween Stroll is hard to beat.