Trick-or-treating in 2023 will take place on October 31, as it does every year. The exact start time of trick-or-treating may vary depending on the community and local curfew laws. In most communities, trick-or-treating begins around sunset, which may vary by time zone, but typically, on Halloween, its around 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. . However, according to a 2019 survey conducted by the company Bid on Equipment, the ideal trick-or-treating hours are between 6 to 9 p.m. . Some local news outlets suggest trick-or-treating from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on average, while others suggest 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. . It is best to check with your local community or news outlets for updated guidelines and suggested trick-or-treating times.