💰 FREE
🗓️ Saturday, October 19th
⏰ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
📍 Tompkins Square Park, New York, NY

Halloween in New York City is a spectacle like no other, with its iconic parades and extravagant costumes. But amidst the ghouls and goblins, there's an event that stands out for its sheer adorableness—the New York City Halloween Dog Parade. The nation’s largest canine costume contest will return with its very own parade route.

In previous years, about 350 registered “dog-testants” have stretched out at the starting line in getups like Dog Bezos and his rocket ship, the Dog-bamas, and even (aptly) a lantern fly. If you're a dog lover or simply looking for some heartwarming Halloween fun, you don't want to miss this!

What is the Halloween Dog Parade?
The NYC Halloween Dog Parade is not a recent phenomenon; it has been charming the city since the late 1980s. What started as a small gathering of dog owners and their costumed companions in Tompkins Square Park has grown into a beloved tradition that attracts thousands of participants and spectators each year.

How to Participate:
Participation is open to all dog owners, and it's as easy as pie (or, should we say, pumpkin pie). Just dress up your furry friend in their spookiest, silliest, or most creative Halloween costume and bring them to the designated starting point at the park by 12:00 pm for registration. To avoid long lines, consider pre-registering your pup ahead of time!

How to Attend the Halloween Dog Parade:
The parade is free and open to the public! Even if you don't have a pup to dress up, the NYC Halloween Dog Parade is a fantastic event to attend as a spectator. We suggest bringing warm layers, snacks for you and your dog, and a fully charged phone to take lots of photos throughout the event!

Note: Bucket Listers is not affiliated with Tompkins Square Park. For more information, visit the Tompkins Square Park Halloween Dog Parade website.