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Dyker Heights Halloween decorations

Street · Dyker Heights, Brooklyn

Dyker Heights Halloween decorations, photographed by New York Dearest

During the month of October the neighborhood transforms into Dyker Frights. Locals deck out their homes with some of the best Halloween decorations in New York City, sparing no expense in trying to one-up their neighbors.

Dyker Heights is a Brooklyn neighborhood that’s nationally-known for it’s extravagant Christmas lights. What many folks don’t realize though is that the holiday festivities start well before December.

Pro tip. Most people rush through here. Take your time. It’s worth it.

During the month of October the neighborhood transforms into Dyker Frights. Locals deck out their homes with some of the best Halloween decorations in New York City, sparing no expense in trying to one-up their neighbors.

Hours
Free, always visible; homes typically lit dusk to between 9 pm and midnight, late November through early January
Cost
Free
Subway
R to 86 St, 15 min
Address
11th Ave & 84th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228

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