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Costumed children magically appear at Hocus Pocus in Park
WASHINGTON - Little ghosts, superheroes, princesses and more haunted Washington's square on Friday night.
The Hocus Pocus on the square was a hit in town with many families showing up in costumes to participate. Kids ran around the square, participating in activities and getting their fill of candy.
The costume contest was a hit with a variety of costumes winning such as a police officer, a princess and Junie B. Jones.
Volunteers said everyone loved the event, and there was a great turnout.
There was a free meal, graveyard games, candy bag giveaway, pumpkin giveaway and a decorating contest from Hy-Vee.
More than 150 pumpkins were given away and a majority of the candy bags were grabbed by costumed kids.
After all the excitement died down, the move 'Hocus Pocus” was played. Many attendees enjoying popcorn bought from State Theater and cuddled up in blankets for the cool fall weather.
Kids of all ages were dressed up at the Hocus Pocus in the Park event on Friday. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
Antonio Santoro and Colin Rich pose during the Hocus Pocus in the Park on Friday. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
Families gathered in the park after the festivities to watch Hocus Pocus on Friday night. The fall weather brought many out with snacks and blankets. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
From left, Ellie Prier, Parker Stout, Zander Martin and Eliana Martin in their costumes during the Hocus Pocus in the Park on Friday. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
Rubyelis Rohas, Julian Heredia and Luis Gomez dressed up as characters from Toy Story at the Hocus Pocus in the Park on Friday. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
Families gathered in the park after the festivities to watch Hocus Pocus on Friday night. The fall weather brought many out with snacks and blankets. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
The costume contest was a popular activity with kids winning prizes for being in the top three. (Caitlin Yamada/ The Union)
