How Old is too Old to Trick-or-Treat?

Logan Burnett

As always, on October 31st, children everywhere will be dressing up as ghost, ghouls, princesses and super heroes, and will proceed to collect candy from friends and neighbors… but how many of them are already in high school? Should they be allowed to participate with a holiday directed towards a younger crowd?

For some teenagers, it is easier to pass as someone in middle or even elementary school. Whether it’s their height or voice, or maybe they just have a costume that cleverly disguises their age, they manage to make it work.

“I still go trick or treating, but usually it’s with my younger siblings and their friends, so I have an excuse to participate, plus my height helps me get away with it!” Brogan Gerhart, a junior at Bel Air High school answered when asked if she joins in the fun.

I personally haven’t gone trick or treating since I was a freshman, and even then I found it slightly awkward. After missing out last year, when I was a sophomore, I regretted not getting candy or even wearing a costume. It was terrible and I wish I hadn’t skipped out.

This year, even though I’m sixteen, I do indeed plan on wearing a Spiderman costume and maybe snagging some butterfingers. The holiday isn’t about age, it’s about having fun with friends and family, eating junk food and celebrating traditions. Sure, if you’re 18 or over you shouldn’t be going around asking for candy, but everyone should enjoy themselves. So, Bobcats, throw on a costume, go trick or treating, watch a scary movie, or go to a party, but whatever you do, be sure to stay safe and have a great time!