From Trunk-or-Treat thrills to pumpkin carvings, games and crafts and all the costumed fun for the whole family, it was a fantastic time.
Thank you to everyone who showed up and made it unforgettable. Here’s to the laughter, the candy, the creative costumes and the community spirit that lit up the park.
Sensory Friendly Time | 1-1:30 p.m.
During this time, there will be minimal lights and sounds and a smaller crowd for guests with special sensory needs.
Coffman Park
5200 Emerald Parkway
Dublin, Ohio 43017
The event takes place in the south end of Coffman Park (near East and West Shelter Houses and Tennis Courts). All activities will be outdoors in the park, there are no activities in the Dublin Community Recreation Center. Most activities are free for the general public unless otherwise specified.
Trunk-or-Treat Trail – SOLD OUT
As of noon on Oct. 16, all tickets have been distributed. However, there are many other activities at the event.
Complimentary timed tickets must be reserved online for this activity. Dublin residents will receive priority access to reserve tickets starting Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. If tickets remain, nonresidents will have access to reserve tickets starting at 5 p.m. on Oct. 15. Please see additional details below.
Pumpkin Creations – SOLD OUT
$5 per child, no residency requirement.
Various food vendors will be onsite selling dinner items (ex. chicken sandwiches/nuggets) and snacks.
Guests may utilize the quench buggy to refill their water bottles or drink directly from the water fountain on the Quench Cart.
Parking is available at the Dublin Community Recreation Center, Coffman Park parking lots and Coffman South Field (grass parking).
Transportation
Or, skip the traffic and take advantage of Dublin’s 150+ miles of shared use paths, “witch” are perfect for walking, biking or scootering with Veo e-cooters and e-bikes. Carpooling is another great way to reduce emissions. Safe bike racks are available throughout Coffman Park.

As of noon on Oct. 16, all tickets have been distributed. However, there are many other activities at the event.
The Trunk-or-Treat Trail, located on the south lawn in Coffman Park, is a safe and fun alternative to traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating. This year’s trail will feature more than 25 local businesses and community organizations, handing out candy and treats on both days of Spooktacular.
Complimentary timed tickets are required for the Trunk-or-Treat Trail. To reserve tickets for this activity, you must be a Dublin resident. Unsure if you are a Dublin resident? Check your residency.
Dublin residents may reserve tickets starting on Monday, Oct. 13, at 10 a.m. Please reserve 1 ticket per child (recommended ages 2-12), with a limit of five tickets per household. Please do not reserve tickets for accompanying adults and infants, as only children collecting treats need tickets.
Addresses will be verified within 24 hours after tickets are reserved. If the residency requirement is not met, guests will be notified via email and the tickets will be automatically invalidated.
Dublin residents may select one 15-minute time slot, ranging from 4:00-7:45 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16, or 1:00-4:45 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17. Please note from 1-1:30 p.m. on Friday, the event will be sensory-friendly, with reduced lights, sounds, etc. To limit wait times, guests should only enter the Trunk-or-Treat Trail during their confirmed time slot.
If tickets remain, non-Dublin residents, including those residing in the Dublin school district, may reserve tickets starting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
All tickets will be scanned at the Trunk-or-Treat Trail entrance. Tickets can be printed at home or shown on a mobile device.
If you need assistance reserving tickets online, please call City of Dublin Community Events at (614) 410-4545.
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