Tompkins Square Park Halloween Dog Parade

Despite the initial cancelation for this year, The Tompkins Square Park Halloween Dog Parade is back on for 2023—and it's bigger than ever.

The Village Halloween Parade is fun and all, but does it have a plethora of puppies in adorable outfits? For that, you’ll have to head to this annual dog parade held this year on Saturday, October 21. The getups are remarkably elaborate and conceptual—no surprise given the prizes up for grabs for Best in Show. 

Here's this year's route: The parade will take place from 1-3pm on Avenue B from E. 6th Street to E. 14th Street, with staging on E. 7th Street between Avenue A and Avenue B. Additionally, a stage will be set up in Tompkins Square Park.

Whether you're competing to be top dog or just watching from the sidelines, this canine contest can't be missed.