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Published SEP 24, 2024

The Best Ways to Celebrate Halloween in NYC

Parties, parades, haunted houses, and more! Here's where to get spooky in NYC this season. 🎃👻🕷️

By New York Bucket List

Spooky season is upon us, and no matter your age, scare affinity, or favorite fall festivities, NYC has the perfect Halloween event for you. From costume parties to bar crawls and haunted houses to Halloween movies, October is packed with spine-tingling events.

We’ve rounded up some of the most haunted tours, wildest parades, and best places to dance in your costume all Halloweekend long—along with a heart-melting dog parade and some kid-friendly options as well.

The Best Halloween Activities in NYC

Twilight Harbor Festival | October 25, 26 & 31

Step into the Duggal Greenhouse at Brooklyn Navy Yard for three nights of epic Halloween celebrations. Dance to epic beats from Dimitri Vegas, Chainsmokers, and Sickick, with lasers and lights setting the perfect eerie mood alongside haunted houses to mouthwatering bites. Bonus: Get 15% off tickets only at Bucketlisters.com!

Where: Duggal Greenhouse in the Brooklyn Navy Yard: 268, 63 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn, NY
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Frankenstein's Mad Scientist Cocktail Lab

Frankenstein's might look like an ordinary bar from the outside, but inside, you’ll find yourself surrounded by mysterious potions, shimmering elixirs, and spine-tingling concoctions. Mad scientists will guide you through the experience, and together, you'll unlock the secrets hidden within the simmering beakers and test tubes! This Halloween-inspired pop-up bar also has additional drinks at the bar and spooky photo ops.

Where: Saint NYC:  136 2nd Ave., New York, NY
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Cityside Pumpkin Patch

You can experience all the fun of fall on the farm without having to leave the city. Cityside Pumpkin Patch in LIC is a rooftop pumpkin patch that offers locally harvested pumpkins from upstate New York, along with a pumpkin-smashing activity zone, scarecrow archery, an array of scrumptious treats and beverages, and lots of Halloween-inspired decor and photo ops!

P.S. Want more? We rounded up all the best pumpkin patches, farms, and fall festivals in and around New York!

Where: The Summer Club: 8-08 Queens Plaza S, Queens, NY
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Village Halloween Parade | October 31

The iconic Greenwich Village parade on Halloween night is back, with over 50,000 costumed New Yorkers planning to march, dance, and “float” the night away. Come in your wildest costume, or take in the creative get-ups of everyone else!

Where: Greenwich Village, along Sixth Ave. between King St. and 15th.
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Haunted Hollywood NY

Step into Haunted Hollywood at CIRCO, where iconic horror characters come to life in a tantalizing, immersive experience. Explore themed rooms—think Leatherface’s farmhouse and Chucky’s playroom—and end the night in a grand ballroom with live music, Halloween cocktails, and a thrilling variety show.

Where: CIRCO: 1604 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York, NY
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Morris-Jumel Mansion Haunted Tours

All October, guests can take an after-dark, candlelight ghost tour of Manhattan’s oldest surviving house. Guided tours will include learning the history of the Mansion, a ghost hunt in the period rooms of the Mansion (normally closed to the public), and the opportunity to communicate with Morris-Jumel Mansion’s former residents using paranormal investigation equipment.

Where: 65 Jumel Terrace
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Central Park Pumpkin Flotilla | October 30

See over 100 glimmering jack-o-lanterns set sail in the annual Pumpkin Flotilla at Central Park on October 30. Pumpkin drop-offs are at 4pm, followed by trick-or-treat bag decorating, storytime for little ones, a magician, and a live DJ and dance party.

Where: The Harlem Meer, Central Park (west of Fifth Ave. and south of 110th St.)
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Trick-Or-Streets | October 31

Back for its third year, New York’s open streets program will take place on Halloween for Trick-Or-Streets. Kids and families can enjoy maximum trick-or-treating opportunities as safely as possible with nearly 100 open streets and other newly pedestrianized streets going car-free on October 31 between 4pm and 8pm.

Where: Various locations. The city's website shows a full map and a list of participating streets.
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Trick or Drink: Halloween Bar Crawls | October 25 – November 2

Claim drink specials from all the best bars in town in the Halloweekend pub crawl for the ages. Guests will check in at DROM to receive a wristband, then be on their merry way to enjoy free entries and drink specials at participating bars across NYC. Costumes are highly encouraged.

Where: DROM: 85 Avenue A, New York, NY
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Halloween Dog Parade | October 19

The country’s biggest costume parade for dogs is back with the most adorable lineup of dog-testants at Tompkins Square Park! Expect hundreds of dogs in their Halloween best competing in costume contests like best celebrity theme, best food theme, best Chihuahua, etc.

Where: Tompkins Square Park, E 10th St
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The Best Halloween Parties in NYC

Midnight Riviera at Superior Ingredients | October 26

Spend Halloween weekend at the iconic Superior Ingredients in Williamsburg with a Keinemusik-themed party featuring the best in Afro House and Melodic House. Dance the night away to world-class sounds in this disco-inspired atmosphere, and choose between GA or upgrade to an Open Bar option for unlimited drinks all night long!

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Midnight Riviera Halloween @ Superior Ingredients
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Superior Ingredients, 74 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249, USA
Starting at $25

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The Monster Ball | October 25 & 26, November 2

Manhattan's wildest masquerade is back with an extravagant party full of costumes, top DJs, and shameless fun at HK Hall. Costumes Mandatory!

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The Monster Ball : The World Famous Halloween Party
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HK Hall, 605 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Starting at $15

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Daft Disko Halloween | October 26

Get ready for Daft Disko Halloween—a French House & Disco Halloween party inspired by legends like Daft Punk, Justice, and Giorgio Moroder. Costumes are highly encouraged, so come dressed to impress! Tickets are just $15—grab yours now for a night of electrifying music and spooky vibes.

Daft Disko Halloween @ DROM
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85 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, USA
Starting at $15

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Silent Disco at the Halloween Parade | October 31

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind Halloween adventure as Quiet Events takes over the NYC Village Halloween Parade with wireless LED headphones and two epic music channels. With your own section of the parade and spontaneous flash mobs, it's the ultimate way to party while surprising the crowd and even TV reporters!

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Silent Disco @ the Village Halloween Parade
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45 Dominick Street, New York, NY, USA
Starting at $59

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Nightmare on 36th Street | October 26

Step into a world of chills and thrills at our spine-tingling two-floor extravaganza! With rotating local DJs spinning hauntingly catchy tracks, this is the ultimate Halloween party you won't want to miss!

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Nightmare on 36th Street Halloween @ 5th & Mad's (Up to 10% Off)
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7 E 36th St, New York, NY 10016, USA
Starting at $22

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Haunted Hotel Halloween | October 26

Explore three floors filled with immersive decor, and enjoy access to all spaces with your General Admission ticket. Savor a complimentary tequila open bar from 9 to 10 pm. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

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Haunted Hotel Halloween @ Alameda Hotel
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Selina Chelsea New York City, 518 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Starting at $39

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20s and 30s Halloween Party | October 26

Join NYC’s favorite social club for the 20s & 30s Halloween Party at Laissez Faire in the Beekman Hotel! This Halloween costume party is exclusively for young professionals, offering private access to one of the swankiest venues in the city.

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20s & 30s Halloween Party @ Laissez Faire
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Laissez Faire, 10 Theatre Alley, New York, NY 10038, USA
Starting at $18

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Devil in Paradise Halloween Party | October 26

Head to Paradise Club at the Edition Hotel for NYC's ultimate Halloween bash, where aerialists, dancers, and haunted performances set the stage for an unforgettable night. With beats by Jesse RoseGold and a colorful dance floor, plus stunning city views from the patio, it’s the Halloween party of the season—costumes required!

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Devil in Paradise Halloween Party @ Paradise Club
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20 Times Square, Times Square, New York, NY, USA
Starting at $27

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Nightmare at 1 Hotel | October 25

Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween party at Harriet's Lounge in the 1 Hotel in Dumbo, featuring breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline! Costumes are suggested, but feel free to come as you are!

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Nightmare Halloween @ 1 Hotel
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60 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Starting at $26

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Twilight Zone at Mr. Purple | October 25 & 26

Join Mr. Purple's Twilight Zone for an all-day and all-night Halloween bash at the iconic Mr. Purple rooftop! Dress to impress, and dance the night away to a curated lineup of the best local house DJs.

BEST PRICE

Twilight Zone @ Mr. Purple
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180 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002, USA
Starting at $18

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Spooktacular Silent Disco Halloween at Astoria NY | October 26

Dance the night away to three live DJs spinning everything from pop hits to nostalgic classics and Latin beats, all through wireless LED headphones. Dress in your best costume, grab a glow stick, and switch between channels to find your perfect spooky groove!

BEST PRICE

Spooktacular Silent Disco Halloween @ Astoria NY
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Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden, 29-19 24th Ave, Astoria, Queens, NY 11105, USA
Starting at $20

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Ghostly Grounds Halloween at Starchild Rooftop | October 25

Don't miss an incredible Halloween party at Starchild Rooftop in the Civilian Hotel, where you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of New York City. Costumes are suggested but not required!
 

BEST PRICE

Ghostly Grounds Halloween @ Starchild Rooftop
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305 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Starting at $17

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Silent Scream Halloween Bash | October 25

Get your groove on with LED wireless headphones and switch between the hottest tracks of the night—from EDM bangers to '80s throwbacks and hip-hop hits. Dress to impress in your best spooky costume, and let the Halloween magic begin.

BEST PRICE

Silent Scream Halloween Bash | Silent Disco Featuring 3 Live DJs @ House Watch
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HouseWatch, 50 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009, USA
Starting at $25

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Haunted Hotel Halloween at Selina | October 26

Explore three floors filled with immersive decor, and enjoy access to all spaces with your General Admission ticket. Savor a complimentary tequila open bar from 9:00 to 10:00 PM. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

BEST PRICE

Haunted Hotel Halloween @ Selina
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Selina Chelsea New York City, 518 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Starting at $21

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