With the appropriate guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New Jersey Department of Health, we can prioritize safety and public health while at the same time allowing New Jersey families to celebrate Halloween. The approach outlined in these guidelines provides practical steps and ideas to follow that allow Halloween to be celebrated safely while still having fun. The key is to start planning now.
COVID-19 has overwhelmed almost every aspect of our lives. As hard as it has been for adults, arguably it has been harder for our children, both mentally and physically. Halloween is one of the biggest events of the year for families. At a time when nothing seems to be normal because of COVID-19, parents desperately want something to be fun and relatively normal for their kids. The more appropriate question is not whether to celebrate Halloween, but how can we make it as safe as possible for everyone? These guidelines help make this possible.
