Free, fun and inclusive Halloween events for kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs

Back by popular demand, Children’s Treatment Network (CTN) and our service partners are hosting free trick-or-treat events for kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs who access CTN services across York Region and Simcoe County. 

Make Halloween Safe and Inclusive for Everyone 

Halloween should be fun and accessible for all kids and youth. Making Halloween more inclusive means removing barriers and adapting the environment so kids and youth of all abilities can participate, feel included and enjoy the experience in a way that works for them.

CTN Halloween events are held at accessible, welcoming and inclusive CTN sites. To help manage crowds and create a more comfortable experience, families register for specific time slots, allowing smaller groups to enjoy the event at a time. Costumes are optional and both edible and non-edible treats will be available for everyone to enjoy. Registration is required to attend. Below are the dates, locations, times and registration forms for each event.

Hillcrest Mall 

• Date: Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
• Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
• Location: Hillcrest Mall, 9350 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill – Entrance 4
• Hillcrest Mall Registration Form

Orillia

• Date: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
• Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
• Location: Orillia Common Roof, 169 Front Street South
• Orillia Registration Form 

Barrie 

• Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
• Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
• Location: Barrie Common Roof, 165 Ferris Lane
• Barrie Registration Form 

Richmond Hill 

• Date: Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
• Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
• Location: Multi-Service Hub, 13175 Yonge Street
• Richmond Hill Registration Form 

You can help make Halloween more inclusive for the kids and youth in your community with these simple steps:

1. Make sure there’s enough space for wheelchairs, walkers and strollers to move easily
2. Hand out treats at a child’s eye level if counters are too high
3. Use soft lighting and avoid flashing lights or  loud decorations
4. Offer non-edible treats like stickers or small toys
5. Be patient and respectful with kids and youth who use devices or sign language to communicate

These thoughtful actions help create a warm and welcoming Halloween experience for everyone. Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation shares more  helpful tips on how to make Halloween safe and inclusive for everyone.