It's on 4 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Costfree
- SubwayL to 1 Av, 6 min
- Address99 1/2 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Yup, Tompkins Square throws an annual Halloween parade in NYC for dogs every October and it’s just as adorable as it sounds! Returning for its 34th year in 2024, pups are encouraged to participate and there is no entry fee or registration needed. All you need to do is dress Fido up and arrive early.
Since moving to NYC I learned New Yorkers don’t mess around when it comes to their dogs, so why would Halloween be any different? Especially when there are awards at stake! Clear your schedule because you’re not going to want to miss this. The creativity and dedication leave me speechless year after year.
I’ve been here in every season. My favorite? Fall, when the light hits just right.
Tompkins Square throws an annual Halloween parade for dogs and it’s just as adorable as it sounds. Folks flood Tompkins Square Park’s Dog Run with their pups dressed in ridiculously cute costumes creating one of the most memorable Halloween events in NYC that kids will love.
Incentivized by the awards, locals get creative (and aren’t afraid to spend) on their dogs’ costumes. The parade generally runs Avenue B from 12th to 7th Streets, and most of the participants hang out in the park afterwards.
Date. October 19, 2024
Yep, Tompkins Square Park throws an annual Halloween parade for dogs and it’s just as adorable as it sounds. Adorable pups dressed in ridiculously cute costumes? Of course this makes out list of the best things to do in New York City in the fall!
Since moving to NYC I learned New Yorkers don’t mess around when it comes to dogs, so why would Halloween be any different? Clear your schedule because you’re not going to want to miss this popular NYC fall event (which draws thousands of spectators).
Yup, Tompkins Square throws an annual Halloween parade in NYC for dogs and it’s just as adorable as it sounds! Returning for its 34th year in 2024, pups are encouraged to participate and there is no entry fee or registration needed. All you need to do is dress Fido up and arrive early.
The parade last year ran on Avenue B from 12th to 7th Streets, and it’s safe to assume there will be a similar route this year. There are prizes too, so expect dogs in unique costumes that will leave you scrambling for a picture.