Families were excited to get to experience Halloween events in-person with their little ones, despite the less-than-ideal weather. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)
Despite the rainy weather, trick-or-treaters braved the elements in the City of Demorest for an evening of family fun.
Infants, toddlers, kids and grownups enjoyed candy, s’mores, face painting, public safety vehicles and more at the annual trunk-or-treat event, hosted in Downtown Demorest.
“We were pleased with the turnout,” says Demorest City Manager Kim Simonds. “The weather broke just before the event began and it was a nice evening. People are happy to be out again and it seemed that both children and parents enjoyed the event. In spite of the bad weather earlier in the day, we deem the Trunk or Treat 2021 a success!”
Local businesses, groups and city departments, like Piedmont University, Sweet Breads, Temperance House, the City of Demorest Fire Department, and the Demorest Police Department stood under awnings and tents to stay dry while sharing treats and fun with kids.
Bright seasonal displays greeted visitors to Demorest’s historic downtown district. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)Who needs a space helmet when you’ve got a warm winter cap? Demorest went on with its annual Halloween tradition despite the rainy cold weather. The kids and parents who showed up were glad that they did. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)Piedmont University art museum director Rebecca Brantley and daughter Rosalind head towards the bonfire at Sweet Breads for s’mores. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)The Demorest Fire Department let kids check out the fire truck up-close. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)Sharks and princesses alike were happy to stock up on treats and show off their costumes, even if that meant getting a little damp in the process. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)Former Demorest Fire Chief and mayoral candidate Ken Ranalli was on hand for the festivities. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)Who doesn’t love s’mores, selfies and free candy? These trick-or-treaters had it all, from cool costumes to gooey marshmallows. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)Cornelia and Clarkesville will host their downtown trick-or-treating events on Friday, Oct. 29. (Hadley Cottingham/Now Habersham)
There are plenty more Halloween events to look forward to, with Cornelia and Clarkesville’s downtown trick-or-treat events both happening Friday evening, October 29.
