WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden held a trick-or-treating event at the White House on Wednesday for the final time during Biden’s presidency.
The First Lady dressed in a panda costume, honoring the two giant pandas that arrived at the National Zoo earlier this month. Her theme for the event was “Hallo-READ!,” and she handed out the book “10 Spooky Pumpkins” to the local students and military-connected children who attended the event.
Biden kissed multiple babies in attendance while handing out candy. The South Lawn was decorated with giant jack-o-lanterns, spiders and books, as well as a large sign that read “Hallo-READ.”
The event began just after sunset. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Biden shook hands with parents while handing out Hershey Kisses. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
About 8,000 guests took part in the festivities. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Biden playfully nibbled on the leg of this baby dressed as a chicken. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Parents accompanied their sometimes reluctant children to meet the President. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Trick-or-treaters and their families took photos on the South Lawn. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Attendees dressed as a variety of characters, including StormTroopers and Barney. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Biden playfully nibbled on this baby’s foot. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Representatives from the Smithsonian also handed out candy. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Children smiled for photos after receiving candy. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Many families dressed in costume together. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
Princesses and superheroes were popular costume choices. (Caroline Killilea/MNS)
