Tampa Street Named Among Trick-or-Treatiest in America
Hersheyland recognized S Rome Avenue for its top-tier candy hauls and spooky decorations this year.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Home — General
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Hersheyland has selected S Rome Avenue in Tampa as one of the best neighborhoods in the country for trick-or-treating. The street earned a high ranking based on its specialized candy haul and haunt scores.
Why it matters
The annual list identifies top residential areas for holiday festivities through a rigorous data analysis and expert review process. This recognition highlights local streets that go above and beyond to provide a standout community experience for Halloween celebrants.
S Rome Avenue secured a haul score of 88.7 and a haunt score of 89.8. These metrics were determined by Hersheyland through an analysis of thousands of neighborhoods nationwide.
The players
Hersheyland
This organization operates as a confectionary brand platform that tracks and celebrates holiday traditions including Halloween.
Halloween Council
This group is composed of experts who review community data and submissions to determine national rankings for holiday activities.
The details
The ranking process involved a combination of neighborhood data analysis and community intelligence gathered by Hersheyland. These findings were then submitted to the Halloween Council, which reviewed the data to finalize the list of the most celebrated streets for the holiday.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: The national trick-or-treatiest street in America will be announced.
Culture Shift
This recognition follows the pattern set by Hersheyland's annual list of trick-or-treatiest streets. Such rankings reflect a broader cultural shift toward elevating neighborhood-level engagement and holiday community traditions.
Residents living on or near S Rome Avenue can expect increased foot traffic during the holiday as families visit the highly rated area. The recognition serves as a signal for local trick-or-treaters to prioritize this route for a more festive experience.
The takeaway
Communities can enhance their local holiday appeal by focusing on the consistency of decorations and candy availability. These rankings suggest that high-scoring streets often benefit from strong resident coordination to create a cohesive experience.
What happens next
The organization will announce the official trick-or-treatiest street in America on October 20, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WFLA.
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