Sussex Family's Rare Halloween Outing in Montecito

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were spotted trick-or-treating with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, in a suburban neighborhood in Santa Barbara, California, rather than their usual Montecito residence. While Archie wore an ant costume and Lilibet dressed as a green firefly, Meghan joined the insect-themed fun by wearing colorful butterfly wings, black tracksuit, and sunglasses, but Harry notably did not wear a costume, opting instead for casual attire including a baseball cap, polo shirt, and jeans. The family appeared to enjoy the Halloween festivities together, with Harry carrying drinks and Meghan holding a Thermos or wine cup, reflecting a relaxed approach to the holiday. The Sussexes have previously expressed a special fondness for Halloween, as revealed in their Netflix docuseries where they recounted a memorable incognito Halloween outing in 2016 just before their relationship became public. This public outing comes amid recent turbulent times for the Royal Family, including King Charles stripping his brother Prince Andrew of his titles. Meghan also recently shared insights into family rituals emphasizing music, candles, and personal reflections, highlighting a close-knit family life in California.