Halloween Wrap-Up

0:01 Halloween festivities have officially wrapped up across Cullman, closing out another season of community fun and

0:06 creativity. From neighborhood trick-or-treating to large-scale festivals and trunks, this year's celebrations brought families together

0:13 all week long. At Smith Lake Park, thousands of families filed the campground for the park's annual

0:19 trick-or- treat event, the largest crowd the event has seen since its beginning in 2017. Campsites were decked out with

0:26 themed decorations. Families handed out candy and kids danced to music and explored a haunted house set up inside

0:33 of one of the pavilions. The event continues to grow each year and has

0:37 become a highlight of Cullman County's fall season. Over in Hanceville, the annual trunk or treat organized by

0:43 friends of the festival carried on despite rainy weather. The celebration was moved indoors to the civic center,

0:49 but that didn't stop families from showing up in costume to enjoy candy, games, and festive fun. The long-running

0:55 event has become a Halloween tradition, drawing families from across the county to celebrate together. Wildwater Water

1:01 Park has also made a big return this year, hosting its first trunk or treat

1:05 in several seasons. The family-friendly event brought out more than 2,000 visitors featuring a costume contest,

1:12 local food trucks, and dozens of themed car displays inspired by favorite movies and games. It marked a strong comeback

1:19 for one of Cullman's favorite fall gatherings, keeping the fun alive even after the summer has ended. And in one

1:25 of Cullman's beautiful neighborhoods, Heidi and Rick Milikin turned their yard into a full Halloween experience. Their

1:32 elaborate Stranger Things themed display featured realistic sets, photo ops, and interactive features that transformed

1:38 their home into a must-see attraction. What began a few years ago as a simple

1:43 creative project has now become a cherished local tradition, drawing crowds from near and far. While

1:49 Halloween may be behind us, the holiday fun is just beginning. The city is

1:54 already preparing for Christmas in Cullman and the always highly anticipated Chris Kindle Market. Both

1:59 set to fill downtown with lights, music, and festive cheer. From spooky sights to

2:04 sparkling lights, Cullman is ready to trade the pumpkins for Christmas trees as the holiday season officially begins.

2:11 This has been Annabelle House with Cullman Today.