Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade

New York, NY · Quirky

When: October 17, 2026
Where: Tompkins Square Park, Avenue B · New York · NY
Cost: Not confirmed
Status: Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule

Billed as the world's largest dog costume parade, this East Village tradition has run since 1990 and now draws thousands of costumed dogs and spectators to Tompkins Square Park each fall. It includes a juried costume contest and a march around the park's perimeter. It is typically held in mid to late October.

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