Special Events Scheduled in Hanover Thursday, October 29 – Saturday October 31, 2026

HANOVER, PA — Several special events are scheduled in the Borough of Hanover from Thursday, October 29, through Saturday, October 31, 2026, including the annual Halloween Parade, a ribbon cutting at Baer Avenue Park, and Trick-or-Treat on the Trail.

Annual Halloween Parade – Thursday, October 29

The annual Halloween Parade, organized by the Hanover Area Jaycees, will take place Thursday, October 29. Parking restrictions will begin at 5:00 p.m., traffic restrictions will begin at 6:30 p.m., and the parade will step off at 7:30 p.m.

The parade will begin at the intersection of Wirt Avenue and Baltimore Street, travel north on Baltimore Street to Hanover Center Square, continue along Carlisle Street to Library Place and Third Street, and disband in that area.

The Hanover Borough Police Department has announced the following parking restrictions, which will take effect at 5:00 p.m. and remain in place until the parade concludes:

• No parking on Carlisle Street from Center Square to Third Street.
• No parking on Baltimore Street from Center Square to O’Neill Avenue.
• No parking on Center Square.
• No parking on the south side of Third Street from High Street to Carlisle Street.
• No parking on the north side of Third Street from Carlisle Street to North Franklin Street.
• No parking on North Franklin Street from Third Street to Jackson Street.
• No parking on Park Avenue between Carlisle Street and North Franklin Street.
• No parking on Academy Street from Carlisle Street to Eichelberger Street.

Vehicles parked along the parade route or in the disbandment area will be ticketed and towed.

The Borough of Hanover Department of Public Works also encourages parade attendees to take their trash with them or use the temporary trash receptacles provided to help keep the community clean.

Baer Avenue Park Pavilion Ribbon Cutting – Saturday, October 31

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held Saturday, October 31, at 11:00AM to celebrate the new pavilion at the Baer Avenue Park playground.

The Borough extends its appreciation to the following donors for their contributions to this project: Darlene Funk, Bill Reichart, Republican Club, Hanover AmVets Post 22, Gypsy Skull Tattoo, LLC, Hanover Ravens Roost, York Street Treats, A.B.A.T.E. of PA, and Harold H. Bair Post #14 American Legion Home Association.

Trick-or-Treat on the Trail – Saturday, October 31

The Borough of Hanover Department of Parks 7:and Recreation, in partnership with the Hanover Area YMCA and the Hanover Trolley Trail, will host its annual Trick-or-Treat on the Trail from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31. The event will take place along the Trolley Trail between Moul Field and Cherry Tree Court.

Activities include a decorated pumpkin trail, story time with Miss Kelly, and a s’mores station. Local organizations will also participate by handing out treats. This free community event is open to all ages. Food vendors will be on-site offering refreshments for purchase.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy these community events and celebrate Halloween safely while helping keep Hanover clean and welcoming for everyone.

ABOUT THE BOROUGH OF HANOVER

The Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, was incorporated in 1815. The Borough serves the public through stewardship, government, development and improvements of public assets including water/sewer/stormwater & refuse utilities, parks & recreation facilities, the Hanover Market House, the Guthrie Memorial Library, as well as Code Enforcement, Police & Fire Departments. It is governed by the Borough Council, overseen by the Borough Manager, and staffed by administrative, public service, public works, sewer, water, refuse and engineering professionals. Known as the Snack Food Capital of the World, Hanover is home, not only to numerous food industries, but also to manufacturing, metal fabrication, technology, commercial sales, and services. Hanover Borough offices, located at 33 Frederick Street, can be reached at 717-637-3877 or by email at Info@HanoverBoroughPA.gov. More information is also available at www.hanoverboroughpa.gov.