Trick-or-treaters in downtown Wabash can paw through a literal ton of candy during the Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza. This year’s event is set for 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. Photo provided.

News Release

WABASH — Downtown Wabash will be filled with families from across northeast Indiana as a literal ton of candy pours onto Miami Street for the “Greatest Spectacle in Candy.” The eighth annual Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza, presented by Downtown Wabash Inc.,Wabash Trucking and Metal Source, returns from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. The free event is open to the public and promises an evening of fun and treats for all ages.

For the sixth year, Wabash Trucking will bring one of its roll-off trucks to dump a literal ton of candy onto Miami Street for trick-or-treaters. The candy cascade starts promptly at 5 p.m., and trick-or-treaters will have until 7 p.m. to collect their haul. Hidden among the candy will be three Gebhart Golden Tickets, offering trick-or-treaters a chance to win prizes.

“Halloween has always been my favorite time of year, so being part of the Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza is a blast,” said Ben Gebhart, chief executive officer of Gebhart Holdings. “Seeing the streets filled with kids in costume, candy and excitement is what makes this event such a fun tradition in downtown Wabash.”

In addition to the candy dump on Miami Street, Bachelor Creek Church will host a Costume Contest at Oswalt-Thomas Sales & Service, located at 160 W. Canal St., starting at 6 p.m. The event is free to the public. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spots. The contest will feature 10 categories, with one winner per category. Categories include: birth-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, 9-10 years, 11-12 years, teen/adult, group, homemade, and spookiest. Bachelor Creek Church will award the winners of each category a prize from local businesses in Wabash.

Additional highlights of the event include:

• Trick-or-treating at downtown businesses

• Bounce House provided by New Song Church at the Lighthouse Mission Parking Lot

• Kim’s Kettle Corn from Peru

• Additional activities provided by Josiah White’s, Emmanuel Christian Church, Beacon Credit Union, Lighthouse Mission, 85 Hope and Pathfinder Services

“We’re thrilled to be celebrating the eighth year of the Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza. This event brings so much energy to Downtown Wabash, with our local businesses opening their doors and handing out candy to trick-or-treaters,” said Kristen Petruniw, executive director of Downtown Wabash Inc. “The candy dump on Miami Street is always a huge highlight, and it’s amazing to see families enjoying the fun while supporting our downtown shops. It’s become a tradition we all look forward to every year.”

In case of rain or inclement weather, the Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza will be rescheduled from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in downtown Wabash.

The Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza is presented by Downtown Wabash Inc., Wabash Trucking and Metal Source with additional sponsorship from Bachelor Creek Church and Beacon Credit Union.

For more information on Downtown Wabash Inc. events, visit DowntownWabash.org/events or follow the organization on social media:

• Facebook: facebook.com/DowntownWabash

• Instagram: instagram.com/downtownwabash