While the parade is going to happen, please understand that some changes must be made in order to follow regulations put in place with regard to Covid-19. We are encouraging mask wearing and discouraging congregating in groups. Participants in the parade cannot exceed 250. We are asking that there be no throwing of candy from the floats/cars as this would encourage close interaction.
The parade route will not be on PennDOT roads and will instead be along Borough residential streets. We are considering expanding the route, again to encourage social distancing, but it would be helpful if we could gauge the interest on participation to help us finalize the route. We recommend spectators do not congregate on corners and instead spread out across sidewalks or on their own front porches/lawns along the parade route. There will be no music in the Main Street Park prior to and after the parade nor will there be an MC.
Floats will be judged at 4:30 p.m.; judging will take place along East Union Street facing west beginning at the intersection of North Minnequa Avenue and East Union Street. Please line up with first float at that intersection and additional floats behind it. Please have floats available at 4 p.m. to begin lining up for judging. There will be a novelty category to include items that are not floats (ie: 4-wheelers, golf carts, etc.) Antique cars are welcome, but will not be judged unless decorated.
Pets and animals are only permitted if insurance coverage is provided ahead of time listing the Chamber of Commerce as an additional insured.
Donations are needed and will be accepted for parade expenses. Please send them to Kim Bailey, Chemung Canal Bank, 5 West Main Street, Canton or Amy Seeley, Canton Borough, PO Box 174, Canton. Expenses include ribbons and cash prizes, candy, donation to the marching band, etc.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we ask that anyone participating follow the guidelines. As always - please stay safe and practice social distancing.
Canton Borough Offers the Following Trick or Treat Recommendations/Suggestions:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canton Borough asks that anyone participating following the guidelines:
• Trick or treat only where you can walk to. Please don’t drive to your trick or treating.
• Wear a mask if you are going to be with anyone not in your household
• If you are giving out candy, give the candy to the trick or treaters, don’t have them reach in to a single bowl
• Homeowners practice good hygiene, wear a mask and use sanitizer before they hand out candy
• As always, please stay safe, practice social distancing
• Follow CDC guidelines at the time
• Avoid direct contact with trick-or-treaters
• Give out treats outdoors, if possible
• Set up a station with individually bagged treats for kids to take
• Wash hands before handling treats
• Wear a mask
• Make your cloth mask part of your costume; a costume mask is not a substitute for a cloth mask
• Stay at least 6 feet away from others who do not live with you
• Bring hand sanitizer with you and use it after touching objects or other people
• Parents: supervisor young children using hand sanitizer
• Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home and before you eat any treats
If you do not want to participate in trick or treat, please keep your front porch light off and front door shut.