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CommunityOCTOBER 31 · 5–7 PM
Oxford’s city listing includes trick-or-treat hours of 5–7 pm on October 31. Confirm this year’s schedule before heading out.
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City Hall’s public office hours have changed. Administrative services remain available remotely.
Read moreOCTOBER 31 · 5–7 PM
The City of Oxford lists community trick-or-treating on October 31 from 5 to 7 pm. Walk on sidewalks, cross at intersections, and carry a flashlight. Drivers: slow down and watch for families. The city listing does not specify a year; confirm the current schedule with City Hall before attending.
Read the City of Oxford updateCOMMUNITY SAFETY
The City of Oxford has published a notice about repeated vandalism and property damage at Creekside Park. Please respect public property and help children and teens do the same. Report vandalism or suspicious activity to local law enforcement and the City Clerk. Call 911 if there is immediate danger; otherwise call our non-emergency number.
Read the City of Oxford updateCITY UPDATE · JUNE 22, 2026
Beginning June 22, 2026, City Hall is open to the public on Mondays from 7:30 am to 5 pm, closed noon to 1 pm. Administrative services operate remotely Tuesday–Thursday, 7:30 am–3:30 pm, and Friday, 7:30 am–3 pm. Contact City Hall at 319-828-4742 for appointments. These are City Hall hours, not Police Department hours.
Read the City of Oxford updateCity of Oxford sources checked October 10, 2026. Community listings can change; confirm dates and details with the organizer.