Halloween festivities held in Williams Lake and Langley

Community Halloween events took place in Williams Lake and Langley on Saturday. In Williams Lake, the annual Downtown Trick r Treat proceeded with 22 participating businesses despite concerns that weekend closures might reduce turnout. Organizers noted that the event begins at 2 p.m. to provide a quieter environment for toddlers and children with sensory sensitivities before the crowds increase later in the afternoon.

In Langley, the Willowbrook Shopping Centre hosted a large-scale trick-or-treat event that drew tens of thousands of attendees. The event included complimentary loot bags for the first 1,000 children in costume, who then visited various retailers for treats throughout the shopping centre.