Trick-or-treating times can vary depending on where you live and how old the kids are. Generally, trick-or-treating begins around sunset or earlier for the youngest set, while older children, pre-teens, and teens will arrive by 8 p.m. or 9 p.m., or the time stated by local curfew laws. Halloween 2023 falls on a Tuesday, which makes it a school night for kids and a workday for parents. The ideal trick-or-treating hours are between 6 to 9 p.m., according to a 2019 survey conducted by the company Bid on Equipment. However, local news outlets suggest different times for different cities. For example, in Atlanta, trick-or-treating typically happens from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., while in Baltimore, it starts at 6 p.m. . Its best to check your local news outlets for exact trick-or-treating times and the most recent safety guidelines.