Group looking to add second Halloween so it is safer for children

It seems this happens every year. Could this be the year?

A petition had initially been started in 2018 by a group that felt Halloween would be better, and safer, on a Saturday. After listening to feedback from those that signed their petition, they have a new idea for next October.

“Instead of changing the date that American’s celebrate Halloween, we will be adding an additional day of festivities in partnership with Party City and other brands. National Trick or Treat Day will take place annually on the last Saturday of October so families across the country can participate in community parades, throw neighborhood parties and opt for daytime Trick or Treating.”

In the petition that has been signed by nearly 157,000, the group cites these reasons as to why there should be a change:

3,800 Halloween-related injuries each year. Talk to your kids about safety before they head out!

82% of parents don’t use high visibility aids on their costume, be sure to incorporate reflective tape, glow sticks, finger lights or light up accessories

63% of children don’t carry a flashlight while they are tick-or-treating. Grab a clip-on light if they don’t want to carry one! Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween. Discuss safety, pre-plan a route, stay on sidewalks and use crosswalks

65% of parents don’t discuss Halloween safety with their children. Talk with your kids and offer ways to ensure a fun and safe experience

70%of parents don’t accompany their children trick-or-treating. You’re never too old to trick-or-treat! Grab a costume and take advantage of some good ol’ fashioned family bonding!

51% Of Millennials say Halloween is their favorite holiday, why cram it into 2 rushed evening weekday hours when it deserves a full day!?!

What are your thoughts? Do you agree?