Greenwich Village Halloween Parade.

This year is the 51st annual Halloween Parade NYC hosted in Greenwich Village. The tradition started with a solo mask-maker and puppeteer who walked his neighborhood streets for the local kids’ entertainment.

By the third year the NYC Halloween parade developed into a non-profit organization full of volunteers who dedicate themselves to keeping the New York City fall tradition alive. Growing to more than 50,000 costumed participants a year I’d say the parade is very much alive and well.

As far as October activities in New York City go, the Halloween parade in Greenwich Village tops the list. If you’re in the city on October 31st this is where you want to be.

The parade can be viewed on both sides of 6th Avenue between King St. and 15th St. There are also a handful of ways to participate. The Halloween parade is always looking for volunteers and if you want a more flashy role consider actually being in the parade.

My advice if you aren’t comfortable being around so many spooky figures consider watching the Halloween Parade at home. The TV Channel NY1 covers the parade from 8 to 9:30 PM.

The 51st annual Halloween Parade in NYC’s Greenwich Village traces its roots to a local puppeteer. Evolving into a non-profit organization within three years, the parade greets over 50,000 costumed participants annually. It’s organized by dedicated volunteers, and a highlight of Halloween night in New York City.

The parade spans 6th Avenue between King and 15th Streets. Eager spectators, including family and kids, flood the sidewalks. Participation options include volunteering or joining the parade, for the latter all you have to do is arrive early and in costume. Subsequently, a costume contest with “secret scouts” rewards the most original and fun costumes, with prizes announced post-parade.

My advice if you aren’t comfortable being around so many spooky figures consider watching the NYC Halloween Parade at home. The TV Channel NY1 covers the parade from 8 to 9:30 PM.

The annual Greenwich Village Halloween Parade in NYC traces its roots to a solo mask maker and puppeteer entertaining local kids. Presently the parade boasts over 50,000 costumed participants annually. The parade spans 6th Avenue between King and 15th Streets, where eager families flood the sidewalks.

Locals are encouraged to join the parade, all you have to do is arrive early and in costume (and there’s prizes announced post-parade!). If your kids aren’t comfortable being around so many spooky figures consider watching the parade at home, the TV Channel NY1 will be covering the parade from 8 to 9:30 PM.