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No more postponing ‘the party’

Point Pleasant’s Halloween Block Party tradition returns Monday, Nov. 3; Superhero scheduled to appear at family-friendly, free event

Staff Report

By Mason County Extra Edition

POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Bad weather may have delayed the fun, but it won’t stop one of Point Pleasant’s biggest community traditions.

Pictured is the marquee of the State Theater announcing the rescheduled date of Point Pleasant’s Halloween Block Party which takes place Monday, Nov. 3. The party was rescheduled due to inclement weather last week. (Photo by Beth Sergent / Mason County Extra Edition)

The city’s free annual Halloween Block Party — a community favorite for more than two decades — has been rescheduled for Monday, Nov. 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. on Main Street. The celebration will still feature plenty of family fun, including free food, candy, games, a DJ, photo opportunities, and costume contests with prizes for standout costumes and creative vendor displays, and a superhero is scheduled to appear. There’s also a classic car cruise-in trunk or treat happening on the parking lot of the Point Pleasant River Museum during the block party.

🎃 What to Look Forward To:

👻 Haunted Trail: The Point Pleasant High School Black Knight Band invites brave souls to travel its haunted trail behind the flood wall.

🍦 Sweet Treats: Myers Paving will be scooping up all-you-can-eat ice cream.

🌭 Hot Dog Giveaway: Rivers Health, Eastern Star, Main Street Baptist, and LifeSpring Church are joining forces to giveaway 800 free hot dogs.

🚁 Helicopter Display: Healthnet Aeromedical Services will be touched down with one of its aircraft for visitors to explore.

📸 Photo Fun: Point Pleasant Live will be capturing the action.

🎶 Music & Vibes: A DJ will keep the party atmosphere going all evening.

Also happening during the block party tonight…

🚗🍬 Classic Car Cruise-In Trunk or Treat will feature:

🎃 Candy & classic cars filling the Point Pleasant River Museum parking lot;

🏆 Prize awarded for the best decorated car;

🪪 Every participating car receives a dash plaque;

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages — come cruise, treat, and show off your spooky style.

Point’s Halloween Block Party a ‘treat’ for large crowd
Pictured above is the link to an album of photos taken for Mason County Extra Edition at a previous Halloween Block Party by the late Ed Lowe.

Sending Out the ‘Bat Signal’

This year’s block party will welcome visitors from across Mason County and even a superhero.

In the days leading up to the event, “Batman” was invited to visit every Mason County School, sharing a message to “never give up and believe in yourself,” according to Dylan Handley of the city’s festivals and events committee.

According to Handley, the idea for “Batman’s visit” stemmed from last year’s special party guest/semitruck, “Optimus Prime,” and his anti-bullying tour, which ultimately inspired block party organizers to expand a similar outreach into 2025. Partnering with John Buckland’s Heroes 4 Higher program, this year’s presentations also addressed vaping dangers and mental health awareness.

According to Handley, “Batman’s” visits to schools came about with support and collaboration from Mason County Schools, including the superintendent, board of education members and local educators, while the financial support was provided by the Mason County Commission.

For those who missed him, Handley confirmed the Dark Knight will make an appearance at Monday’s block party.

The Mason County Commission recently funded visits from John Buckland’s Heroes 4 Higher program to every school in Mason County, giving students the chance to hear Buckland — who appears as Batman — deliver his motivational message. Pictured during the check presentation, from left, Commissioner Sam Nibert, Dylan Handley with the City of Point Pleasant’s Festivals and Events Committee, Commission President Rick Handley and Commissioner Chris Johnson. Buckland will also be appearing at the Halloween Block Party in Point Pleasant, rescheduled for Monday, Nov. 3. (Photo submitted by Dylan Handley to Mason County Extra Edition)

Ready to ‘Party’

Much like the block party itself, the superhero’s special appearance was made possible by a community coming together to give back and create something memorable for local children. For decades, the Halloween Block Party has been a tradition for families — and it continues to offer a fun, free celebration for everyone.

It was no clowning around for this visitor to the Halloween Block Party last year. (Photo submitted by Dylan Handley)
This pirate waited for a very long time for this ship to come in at last year’s Halloween Block Party. (Photo submitted by Dylan Handley)
Crowds packed downtown Point Pleasant for last year’s Halloween Block Party. (Photo submitted by Dylan Handley)

All churches, civic organizations and businesses are encouraged to set up a booth to hand out candy, merch, etc., according to Handley.

Message the City of Point Pleasant Festivals and Events page for more information and follow the page, as well as the City of Point Pleasant’s main Facebook page, for any updates.

Some information for this story provided by Dylan Handley. Beth Sergent contributed to this story.

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