Want to know the best streets to Trick or Treat on Sydney’s North Shore? In 2025, Halloween falls on a Friday, October 31, so get ready to enjoy a fun night of spooky costumes and sweet treats. See our list of fun locations if you’re looking for the best streets for Trick or Treat on Sydney’s North Shore.
Trick or treat in your local streets!
You’ve found this article because you want to find the best local streets around the North Shore to trick-or-treat this Halloween. However, before we list those streets that have become increasingly popular over the past few years, we would like to preface this by saying… STAY LOCAL.
Yes, you read that correctly.
Unfortunately, the rising popularity of these streets that go “all out” for Halloween means that hundreds of non-locals descend upon the areas, and the lollies run out very quickly. It costs the residents an absolute fortune to give away so many lollies, and many are now saying they no longer want to ‘do’ Halloween.
We strongly recommend staying local. As a general rule, only visit the houses that are decorated (as they are the ones that will probably have some treats)! It’s an excellent way to meet your neighbours and get that community vibe.
Credit to Peter Chauncy of McGrath Crows Nest & Willoughby for sharing this video with us! Follow him on Facebook or Instagram.
Best streets for Trick or Treat on the North Shore
Creative Halloween decorations at a house in Wahroonga
The list of ‘amazing streets’ to Trick or Treat on Sydney’s North Shore below has been compiled from suggestions in the North Shore Mums Facebook group.
Over the years, these streets have become increasingly popular… and the more people that visit, the earlier the lollies run out! To ensure the houses on these streets continue to get into the Halloween spirit every year, we strongly recommend that you bring a few packets of lollies and replenish supplies where needed. This way, there’s still a great atmosphere with lots of trick-or-treaters, but the treats won’t run out early.
“Don’t forget to take some bags of lollies to donate! I know some streets each house spends hundreds of dollars on lollies! I’ll always carry 5-10 bags of lollies to replenish their bowls.” – Kate
We want to thank all the houses on these streets for spookily decorating their homes and making the night special for our kids!
- Mosman – Holt Ave, Spencer Street, Medusa Street, plus the streets around Memory Park and Clifton Gardens
- Cremorne – Benelong Road and Brightmore Street
- Northbridge – Baroona Road
- Willoughby – First, Second & Third Avenue (see video above!)
- Crows Nest – Burlington, Ernest and Holtermann (between West and Alexander Street), Hayberry and Emmett Street
- Castle Cove – Rosebridge Avenue and surrounding streets
- Lane Cove – Karilla Avenue
- East Artarmon – the streets bounded by Sydney Road, Mowbray Road, Elizabeth Street and Burra Road.
- East Lindfield – Middle Harbour Road, Adelaide Avenue
- Pymble – Hope Street and the streets around PLC
- West Pymble – Gloucester Avenue
- St Ives – Hayle Street, Catherine Street, Lee Place & Gould Avenue
- Wahroonga – Grosvenor Street, Burns Road, Braeside Street, Kintore Street, Cleveland Street, Stuart Street, Water Street, Ada Avenue, Herber Place, Junction Road, Amaroo Avenue
- Warrawee – Bangalla Street
- Hornsby – William Street (don’t miss 49!)
- Asquith – Sherbrook Road
- Mount Colah – Parklands Road, Excelsior Road & Oxley Drive
- Forestville – Cook Street, Duke Street
- Davidson – Matthew Street, Grimes Place, Borgnis Street
- Belrose – Trentbridge Road, Neridah Avenue, Kapunda Place
- Frenchs Forest – Karingal Crescent, Pound Avenue, Wareham Crescent, Comeroy Crescent, Warrigal Road, Corymbia Circuit, Cadow Street, Irma Place
- Manly – Alexander Street and Pacific Parade
NOTE: Sydney Road in Hornsby Heights is NOT doing Trick or Treating anymore. This is because a large number of non-locals have been visiting the street without bringing any lollies to replenish supplies. It has simply become too expensive for houses to participate.
Would you like your street to be added to this list?
The more streets we can list in each suburb, the more we can spread out the hordes of Trick or Treaters. Contact us and let us know the street name and suburb. Feel free to attach a photo of your house!
This house on Baroona Road, Northbridge, will be decorated for Halloween!
Halloween Trick or Treat: Top Questions
What night will families Trick or Treat in 2025?
Trick-or-treating is always done on the night of Halloween. Since Halloween falls on a Friday night in 2025, be sure to trick-or-treat on Friday, October 31, 2025
What time do you Trick or Treat?
Kids can start knocking on doors at 4 p.m.; most will wrap up by 8 p.m. when it gets dark.
Should you knock on every door in your neighbourhood?
No! Not everyone likes Halloween or random people knocking on their door.
Only knock on doors with Halloween decorations or other signs indicating the people in the house are happy to be approached by trick-or-treaters. Look out for cobwebs, an orange balloon, or a pumpkin—though some go all out with incredible Halloween displays!
No decorations? Don’t knock.
What time should you stop Trick or Treating?
Avoid knocking on doors after dark or when a home’s lights are out. Also, look for signs that politely ask trick-or-treaters not to knock.
Should parents accompany their kids when trick-or-treating?
Absolutely! For safety reasons, be sure to Trick or Treat with your primary school-aged children. As the kids get older, they may not want their parents with them, so you can always walk a distance behind them.
How can we celebrate Halloween (without Trick or Treating)?
There are lots of other options! For spooky Parties, Treasure Hunts, and Movie Nights, see our list of ways to celebrate Halloween (without trick-or-treating).
Any other tips?
If you visit a street or neighbourhood just for Halloween (and not an area where you live), consider supporting the residents and their generosity by taking lollies to replenish their jars.
