Bungendore, NSW

Halloween Spooktacular!

Friday 31st October 2025

What a frighteningly wonderful night it was. Bungendore came alive with costumes, candy, community spirit — and a little Beetlejuice magic. Thank you to everyone who made it happen.

See the Recognition Our Local Heroes

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Regional Recognition

A Model for
Community Events

What started as a simple idea — invite families into the Bungendore business district for a free trick-or-treat event — turned into something much bigger. The event was so well received that it has now been recognised and encouraged by Regional Development Australia Southern NSW & ACT as a model for community engagement across the region.

A completely free event that brought hundreds of families together, supported local businesses, and strengthened the fabric of our town. This is what community looks like.

"A free event that invited families into the Bungendore business district to trick or treat — encouraging families to visit their local businesses — is now being encouraged by Regional Development Australia Southern NSW & ACT."

— Kim Barlow, Santa's Secret

The Night's Highlight

Friday 31st Oct 2025, 3:30pm – 7:30pm

Beetlejuice Came to
Santa's Secret!

Families came along, grabbed a photo with Beetlejuice, and showed off their incredible Halloween costumes. The prize categories brought out some seriously creative outfits!

What Happened

The fun ran from 3:30pm all the way to 7:30pm

Families dressed up in spectacular Halloween costumes

Photos with Beetlejuice were a huge hit

Amazing prizes were awarded across all categories

Prize Categories

Best Dressed Family

Best Dressed Male & Female Adult

Best Dressed Kids 1–18 yrs

Best Dressed Baby up to 1yr

Best Dressed Pet

Best Dressed Group

Relive the night — photos & more on Instagram

@santassecretbungendore

Community Event Recap

Bungendore's Halloween
Trick or Treat

On Friday, October 31st 2025, the streets of Bungendore came alive. Local businesses threw open their doors and families poured in — it was exactly the kind of evening that makes this town so special.

Friday, October 31st 2025

The Whole Town Got Involved

Multiple local Bungendore businesses opened their doors for trick or treating, creating a trail of Halloween magic right through the heart of town. Families with kids, babies, pets and all — everyone was welcome, and it was completely free.

Businesses That Participated

Santa's Secret

Bungendore Leather & Trading

Nersons Pie Place

Village Antiques

Sage Natural Living

Taym Hair Studio

Btown Kids

Bungendore Lolly Shop

Royal Hotel Bungendore

Scrumpers Kitchen

Bliss Fur — Best Dressed Pet

The Malbon

Platform Six

W Wellness Centre

Priceline Pharmacy

Bendigo Bank

Darmody Raynor Livestock & Property

Flourish Garden Maintenance

Sausage Sizzle!

The Lions Club of Bungendore & Districts kept everyone fuelled. The perfect addition to a perfect community night.

Thank You

Our Local Heroes

None of this would have happened without the generosity of Bungendore's incredible business community. A heartfelt thank you to every single business that opened their doors.

Click any logo to visit them online and show your support!