# Trick or Treat at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center

> Event for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Oct 31 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, 2410 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA 23607
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free
- Status: Ended (last date Sat, Oct 31).
- Organizer: Newport News Parks, Recreation & Tourism
- Official page: https://nnparksandrec.org/event/trick-or-treat-at-downing-gross/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A free Halloween evening for the whole family with candy, music and crafts. Please RSVP in advance.

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