President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump surprised thousands of children with a new Air Force One flyover over the White House. The event took place on the South Lawn. According to the New York Post, about 6,000 people attended the celebration. The President and First Lady handed out full-sized chocolate bars to the tiny trick-or-treaters.
Construction on a new ballroom continued right next to the festivities. Sparks flew from metal saws as workers cut steel nearby. The Washington Examiner reported that the new Air Force One roared overhead twice. It flew over the South Lawn before turning around for one last pass. Trump paused to point the massive plane out to the kids.
A Night of Fun and Family
The event ran from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. according to the Washington Examiner. Administration staff brought their families to join the fun. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth attended with his family. Deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer were also there. The Washington Times noted that the Trumps marked Halloween two days early.
The US Air Force string band provided spooky songs in the background. Trump performed a little shimmy to the “Ghostbusters” theme song at one point. An historic document was presented to the President by a boy costumed as a founding father. The New York Post stated the paper was believed to be the Constitution or Declaration of Independence. Two race car drivers had their uniforms signed by Trump as well.
Decorations and Details
A massive harvest moon on the balcony made the South Lawn look festive. Silhouettes of flying bats moved across the moon. The Washington Examiner confirmed that construction on the state ballroom happened simultaneously. Trump returned to the White House from South Carolina earlier that day. He held a campaign rally for Sen. Darline Graham just five days before the election.
According to the New York Post, the event included military and law enforcement families. Foster and adoptive families were also welcomed to the grounds. The Washington Times described the scene as a Halloween-themed event. First Lady Melania Trump was seen giving candy to young costumed children. The new plane flew over the White House twice during the gathering.
The construction on the new ballroom will likely continue as planned. The Air Force One flyover served as a surprise highlight for the guests. No further details were given about the ballroom timeline in the reports. The Washington Examiner noted the date as October 29, 2026. This specific date places the event just before the general election.
Trump and his family focused on the children during the evening. The New York Post highlighted the interaction between the President and the kids. The Washington Times emphasized the early start to Halloween celebrations. The event wrapped up at 7 p.m.
