The Enchanting Tale of How Trick or Treat Downtown NPR Began

Once upon a time, in the enchanted town of New Port Richey, three spirited creators—Kira Atkinson, Kacey Atkinson, and Lia Gallegos—wove a dream of Halloween magic. In 2018, with hearts full of love for all things spooky, they imagined a night where families and friends could haunt the streets of downtown with little goblins, ghosts, princesses, fairies, and ghoulies in tow. Little did they know, their vision would grow into a beloved legend.

On that first magical evening, the streets overflowed with joyful crowds, much larger than anyone had anticipated. Local shopkeepers hurried to fill their candy bowls, and the air buzzed with excitement. The second year brought even more enchantment—costumes sparkled, golf carts twinkled, and a rapping T-Rex led a dance party, just as the creators had hoped.

Though a dark spell kept us apart in 2020 and 2021, the magic never disappeared. Like every fairy tale with a happy ending, this story grew even stronger. Many new business friends have joined our quest since then, and now, we invite you to step back into this Halloween world of wonder that stretches across the City from end to end, over the bridge and back again. Dress in your finest costumes, bring your imagination, and prepare for an unforgettable night of Halloween magic.

The story lives on—come be a part of it!

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