October 22, 2017 marked our 5th Annual Trick or Treating with the Stars, and it was a huge success! The event took place at the Ubben Basketball Complex from 3-5pm.
Trick or Treating with the Stars is open to the entire community. Attendees are able to meet the Illinois Women’s Basketball Team and fun characters for a family-friendly trick or treating event. During the event, the kids receive free candy and can participate in interactive stations. Admission is free and kids are encouraged to wear costumes.
There were record breaking numbers with an estimated 3,500 people in attendance at this year’s event. Characters included Mickey and Minnie Mouse, a Minion, Olaf, Belle, Ariel, Moana, and Captain America. The interactive stations included coloring, face painting, crafts, Women’s Basketball poster signing, and a photo booth.
U of I Community Credit Union teamed up with the following sponsors to make this event possible:
- Illinois Women’s Basketball
- University of Illinois Athletics
- Stevie Jay Broadcasting
- 96.1
- Chambana Moms
- Courtsiders
- Eastern Illinois Foodbank