Halloween on Franklin Street, Annual Halloween street celebration in Chapel Hill, US
Franklin Street fills with people wearing costumes while local businesses and restaurants remain open late into the night during this celebration.
The celebration started in the 1980s as a small gathering of local residents and University of North Carolina students on Franklin Street.
The event brings together university students, local families, and visitors who showcase their costumes while walking through downtown Chapel Hill.
Franklin Street closes to vehicle traffic from early evening, with increased police presence and specific regulations for alcohol sales in downtown establishments.
The 2008 celebration drew 80,000 participants, exceeding Chapel Hill's population by more than 20,000 people, leading to new crowd management measures.
Location: North Carolina
GPS coordinates: 35.91300,-79.05500
Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:35
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