Food & Allergy SafetyNo. 4005 · The 2026 edition
Teal Pumpkins Make Halloween Less Tricky For Kids With Food Allergies
Halloween can be a scary time for families managing food allergies, but teal pumpkins offer a sweet solution. This simple swap helps ensure every child can enjoy trick-or-treating safely.
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The teal pumpkin initiative encourages households to place a teal-colored pumpkin outside to signal that they are offering non-food treats. This gesture supports children with food allergies by providing safe alternatives to traditional candy. By participating, communities can make Halloween more inclusive and less stressful for families navigating dietary restrictions.
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The teal pumpkin initiative encourages households to place a teal-colored pumpkin outside to signal that they are offering non-food treats. This gesture supports children with food allergies by providing safe alternatives to traditional candy. By participating, communities can make Halloween more inclusive and less stressful for families navigating dietary restrictions.
Tips
- Display a teal pumpkin on your doorstep to signal that your home is safe for trick-or-treating for children with food allergies.
- In addition to handing out candy, provide bowls of non-food items such as glow sticks, stickers, or Dracula teeth for children with food allergies.
- Use the searchable Teal Pumpkin map to find participating homes or businesses that offer non-food treats.
- Parents of children with food allergies should remind them to look through their candy and remove items they are allergic to before eating.
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