Trick-or-treating age is largely a matter of community norms and personal judgment, with no universal rule. Most guidance suggests it's a neighborhood decision, not a strict law, and many families gauge appropriateness based on local attitudes and safety considerations. If you’re unsure, start with a practical approach: consider the vibe of your block or town, your child’s comfort and behavior, and alternative Halloween activities if needed. Key factors to consider

• Local rules or informal guidelines: Some towns have age-related norms or even formal rules, but these are relatively rare and vary by location. Check your municipality’s regulations or city ordinances if you’re curious about a legal limit in your area.
• Community norms: In areas with heavy participation by families, older kids may be welcomed with alternative roles (helping younger kids, distributing candy, or coordinating a Halloween party) rather than door-to-door trick-or-treating.
• Safety and comfort: Reflect on visibility, traffic, and supervision. For larger or more crowded neighborhoods, a chaperone requirement or shorter routes can help.
• etiquette and inclusivity: If older kids are participating, ensure they’re respectful of neighbors’ preferences (unwrapped candy choices, not lingering at houses that don’t participate, etc.).
• Alternatives for older kids: Host a Halloween party, scavenger hunt, haunted house at home, or organize a neighborhood trunk-or-treat to keep the spirit inclusive while addressing safety and practicality.

Common guidelines you’ll see

• Many sources emphasize that there is no fixed age to stop, and it’s more about context and judgment (with occasional mentions of communities setting age cutoffs around early teens in rare cases).
• Polls and articles often note that opinions vary widely, from stopping around ages 12–15 to continuing into late teens or never quitting, depending on perspective and local culture.

If you’d like, share your location or the kind of Halloween you’re planning (home with porch candy handouts, neighborhood block party, etc.), and the number of kids and their ages. With that, I can tailor a practical plan that fits your community norms and safety considerations.