People faced a dilemma on Friday morning as they had to choose between celebrating Halloween or watching the Toronto Blue Jays play in game six of the World Series. The game was set to start at 8 p.m., coinciding with the peak trick-or-treating time for kids.
While the Blue Jays have played on Halloween in the past, this was a unique situation where many Canadians found themselves torn between the two events. The last time the Jays competed in the World Series was in 1993, but the series had concluded before Halloween. Parents expressed mixed feelings about juggling both Halloween festivities and the baseball game, with some confident they could manage both.
Darryl Costello, a parent sporting a vintage Blue Jays jacket, believed there was enough time to accommodate both Halloween and the game. He mentioned that wrapping up trick-or-treating by 7:30 p.m. would allow for watching part of the game. Another parent, Matt Drappel, highlighted the excitement surrounding the rare occurrence of the Jays in the World Series after 32 years, suggesting a plan to start Halloween early and watch the game afterward.
Several parents aimed to find a balance that would suit both children and adults, with some kids even dressing up as Blue Jays players. The trend of baseball-themed costumes was noted by a costume shop owner, indicating a surge in demand for such outfits.
As families strategized their evening plans, a sports bar owner in London shared his perspective on the dual celebration. Joe Kool’s, typically popular with Tigers fans, anticipated a lively atmosphere with patrons dressed in Halloween costumes cheering for the Blue Jays game.
The convergence of Halloween and the World Series created a unique scenario for Canadians, offering a mix of excitement and decisions on how to enjoy both events simultaneously.