Looking for the best places to trick-or-treat in Northern Colorado this year? Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026, which means more time to walk, more porches to visit and more candy to sort through afterward. From the decorated historic homes of Fort Collins to downtown celebrations in Windsor, Loveland and Greeley, there is something for every age.
Whether you are planning a classic Halloween night or looking for daytime candy stops with younger kids, here are six places to put on your list.
1. Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins
Best for: Classic trick-or-treating and standout decorations
Mountain Avenue is one of the most popular Halloween destinations in Fort Collins. Historic homes, tall trees and some truly impressive yard displays make it a memorable walk for trick-or-treaters of all ages.
Start on West Mountain Avenue and branch out into the surrounding Old Town residential streets, where many homes go all out for the season.
Local tip: Mountain Avenue gets busy on Halloween night. Arrive early, park a few blocks away and expect plenty of foot traffic.
2. RainDance, Windsor
Best for: A newer, family-oriented neighborhood
RainDance is a growing master-planned community in Windsor with parks, walking paths and plenty of young families. It is a good option if you live in the Windsor area and want a neighborhood route without driving into Fort Collins.
Participation varies from street to street, so check neighborhood social media pages before choosing your route.
Local tip: Porch lights and decorated front steps are the easiest way to spot homes that are handing out treats.
3. Mosaic, Fort Collins
Best for: An alternative to Old Town
Located in northeast Fort Collins near Timberline Road and Vine Drive, Mosaic is a newer neighborhood that offers a quieter alternative to the Mountain Avenue crowds.
As with any neighborhood, not every home participates, so it helps to ask neighbors or check community pages ahead of time.
Local tip: Plan your route around homes with lights on and decorations out rather than expecting every block to be handing out candy.
4. Downtown Windsor Halloween Carnival
Best for: Daytime Halloween fun with younger kids
Saturday, October 24 | Noon–4 p.m.
Windsor's free Halloween Carnival takes over Boardwalk Park at 100 N. 5th Street with trick-or-treating, face painting, inflatables, crafts and food trucks. Downtown Main Street trick-or-treating runs from noon to 3 p.m., with local businesses joining in.
Local tip: Start on Main Street while businesses are handing out candy, then head to the park for the carnival.
5. Downtown Loveland Trick-or-Treat Street
Best for: Candy stops and supporting local shops
Saturday, October 24 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Downtown Loveland's Trick-or-Treat Street invites kids in costume to collect free candy from participating businesses along Fourth Street and the surrounding blocks. It is an easy daytime outing that pairs well with lunch downtown.
Local tip: Participating businesses post a Trick-or-Treat Street flyer in their windows, so look for the sign before heading in.
6. Downtown Greeley Trick-or-Treat Street
Best for: A festive community celebration
Friday, October 30 | 4–6 p.m.
Downtown Greeley turns the 8th and 9th Street plazas into a Halloween destination. Families can collect treats from local businesses, paint pumpkins and take photos with props from Distortions Unlimited. The event is free.
Local tip: Pick up a candy map at the Rio Grande corner to find every participating stop.
Before You Head Out
- Bring a flashlight or add reflective tape to costumes.
- Stay on sidewalks and cross at corners.
- Only visit homes with porch lights on, and stay off lawns and landscaping.
- Check event pages for updates, especially if the weather turns.
Looking for more seasonal fun? See our roundup of family Halloween events across Northern Colorado.
Know a neighborhood with great decorations or a street that goes all out every year? Let us know. We would love to feature more local favorites.
Happy Halloween from NOCO Spotlight.