Halloween Rankings: Two Local Roads Earn National Candy Prize

Fifty percent of the state’s top trick-or-treating streets were located in the Cleveland metropolitan area. The candy brand Reese’s announced on October 28 that two local roads ranked among the 150 best in America for the holiday. This selection places Cleveland communities in a national spotlight for their Halloween preparations.

The process began when Reese’s compiled a list of top streets. They evaluated locations based on specific metrics for candy collection and atmospheric decoration. The company named these spots as the most 'trick-or-treatiest' destinations in the country. Only four streets in Ohio made the final cut for this recognition.

Webb Road in Lakewood received the highest scores in the region. The street features century-old homes positioned close together, creating a continuous line of illuminated porches. This layout allows children to gather a large amount of candy with minimal walking distance. Reese’s assigned the road a haul score of 89.4 and a haunt score of 89.7.

Scarborough Road in Cleveland Heights also made the list. The street earned a lower haul score of 82.3 but achieved a high haunt score of 97.5. Reese’s noted that the area’s yardwork contributes to a terrifying atmosphere for visitors. This focus on decoration over pure candy volume distinguished it from other contenders.

Two other Ohio streets appeared on the national list: Bryden Road in Columbus and Floral Avenue in Cincinnati. The full ranking of the 150 top streets is available on the brand’s website. Readers can view the complete data at www.hersheyland.com to see how these local spots compared to the rest of the country.

The recognition highlights the competitive nature of neighborhood Halloween displays. Residents in Lakewood and Cleveland Heights received formal acknowledgment for their efforts. The scores reflect a combination of architectural density and thematic decoration. These factors determine the overall appeal for trick-or-treaters.