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The best Halloween events in New York City

Updated September 2026. 14 places.

New for 2026. Every place in this guide is on my Halloween tracker, the parade, the haunted houses, the pumpkin blocks and the bars, with this year’s dates the morning they are announced, and a place to save what you want to see.

Second only to Christmas, Halloween is when New Yorkers really go all out. Something as simple as walking through the neighborhoods becomes an experience thanks to the over-the-top decorations, and restaurants introduce themed cocktails and menus.

Antonina PattizWriter and photographer · how I decide
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Best Halloween events in New York City, 2026

  1. Best Halloween Decorations in NYCStreet · West Village, Upper West & Upper East SidesPerusing the neighborhoods is one of the best free things to do in New York City for Halloween, my go to neighborhoods are the Upper West and Upper East Sides.
  2. Blood ManorOther · Tribeca
  3. DumboweenEvent · DUMBO
  4. Greenwich Village Halloween ParadeEvent · Greenwich Village
  5. Headless HorsemanOther
  6. Loreley Beer Garden Pumpkin KegBar · Lower East SideIt’s a fall concoction that adds a festive twist to your beer experience at one of the most treasured Halloween bars in New York City.
  7. Oktoberfest at WatermarkEvent · SeaportFortunately, the event is free to attend you just need to book your time-slot online and pay for any food or drink you enjoy while celebrating.
  8. Oscar WildeRestaurant · MidtownOscar Wilde is one of the best places to eat on Halloween in NYC due to its unique celebration of the holiday.
  9. Pumpkin Arch on Pier 17Landmark · SeaportFor an Instagram-worthy Halloween experience in NYC, head to Pier 17’s free art installation featuring over 500 pumpkins forming a captivating arch.
  10. Pumpkin Patch at Queens County FarmPark · QueensTo my delight, Queens County Farm came to the rescue, offering an authentic pumpkin patch experience in New York City during Halloween.
  11. Tompkins Square Halloween Dog ParadeEvent · East Village
  12. Boo at the ZooEvent · The BronxFinding Halloween events in New York City for kids isn’t always easy, which is why I really appreciate Boo at the Zoo.
  13. Day of the Dead (Mano a Mano)Event · East VillageTrue to Mexican culture, the event exudes vibrancy and joy, making it a must-add to your NYC Halloween itinerary.
  14. Fall-O-Ween at the New York Botanical GardenEvent · The BronxDon’t miss Fall-O-Ween at the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG), one of my favorite NYC Halloween events.

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Where they are

10 neighborhoods, Seaport and East Village most of all.

East Village

Seaport

The Bronx

DUMBO

Greenwich Village

Lower East Side

Midtown

Queens

Tribeca

West Village, Upper West & Upper East Sides

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 20 Best New York City Halloween Events in 2026 (Ranked).