Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn
This longtime tradition established by students in the late 1980s is not only a highly anticipated event for the University, it is also open to and eagerly awaited by children and families from the local community.
This year's event will be held on Saturday, October 31 from 5-7 p.m.!
Trick-or-Treating on the Lawn online events
Lawn residents and members of student organizations are stationed in the 54 Lawn rooms as well as the Range to give out treats. All candy is donated and distributed by approximately 70 student groups and other organizations.
Free parking for families attending the event will be available at the John Paul Jones Arena garage, JPJ South Lot, JPJ West Lot, and Culbreth Garage. Paid hourly parking may also be available in the Central Grounds Parking Garage.
Hosted by Lawn and Range residents and co-sponsored by Housing & Residence Life, the event receives additional support from the offices of Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Facilities Management, Parking and Transportation, and the University Police Department.
- CIO Signups
All UVA-affiliated organizations and departments are invited to sign up on a first-come, first-serve basis to table on the South Lawn and pass out candy using the form below, beginning on Wednesday, October 7 at 9 a.m.
In the form, organizations may also opt in to be considered to table from a Lawn or Range room, if a room becomes available to host following residents' priority sign-up. Please note that spaces are limited. Any organization that signs up after spots are filled will be placed onto a waitlist.
Participating organizations are responsible for bringing their own table, candy, and decorations.
The Sign-Up Form will be open from Wednesday, October 7 at 9 a.m. through Monday, October 12 at 11:59 p.m.
Organizations must fill out the Trick-or-Treat on the Lawn CIO signup form during the open time slot to be considered for a table on the South Lawn. Spots are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.