FREE Autism Friendly Trunk or Treat

Success On The Spectrum is hosting an autism-friendly trunk or treat at SOS Carrollwood on Friday, October 23, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. It's a free event, and the whole thing is built around sensory-friendly fun and an inclusive environment where kids can enjoy decorated trunks, treats, and costumes.

If you're not familiar with the format, a trunk or treat is just a twist on the usual Halloween rounds: instead of walking from house to house, people park their cars in a lot and decorate their trunks, and the kids go from car to car to collect their candy. This one is specifically designed to be welcoming for children on the autism spectrum, so the atmosphere is kept sensory-friendly rather than overwhelming. It's a good option if you're looking for a way to get the kids into costumes and candy without the chaos of a typical Halloween party.

Success On The Spectrum describes itself as the country's leading autism treatment franchise, providing ABA therapy for children with autism. They say they stage several sensory-friendly public events every year and make a point of never running fundraisers or charging families to attend. That's why this one is free—there's no admission fee to get in.

You'll find it at SOS Carrollwood, 4014 Gunn Hwy Unit 140, Tampa, FL 33618. It runs from 4:30 to 6:30 PM on Friday, October 23, so it's a late-afternoon thing that wraps up before dinner. Admission is free.