The White House South Lawn opened up Thursday, as President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump went out to greet trick-or-treaters and hand out candy.
A White House press release said that children and their parents were invited to visit the South Portico for trick-or-treat stations and festive fall decorations, including falling leaves and jack-o-lanterns.
In one clip from Thursday, President Trump recreated a viral moment by placing candy on top of a trick-or-treater’s head. During his first administration, he did the same thing with a child dressed as a Minion from Despicable Me. This year, the recipient appeared to be dressed as a giant marshmallow.
🚨 VIRAL MOMENT: President Trump just REPEATED his ICONIC 2019 Halloween move—placing a candy bar on a kid's head at the White House trick-or-treat party!
— Alec Lace (@AlecLace) October 30, 2025
Pure MAGA magic! 🎃🍫😂
Classic Trump—keeping traditions alive! pic.twitter.com/l16KTUnnJ5
During the event, the United States Air Force Strolling Strings performed a mix of classic Halloween songs and modern tunes as candy was handed out to thousands of kids of all ages.
The U.S. Postal Service hosted a “BE BEST” postcard station, highlighting the first lady’s signature campaign slogan, and handed out toy mail trucks, while the Department of Agriculture offered a “giant pumpkin” photo spot and gave away miniature pumpkins from American farmers.
Sweets were provided by the National Confectioners Association, and fresh apples from Washington and New York were given by the International Fresh Produce Association.