53rd Annual NYC Village Halloween Parade
New York City's world-famous Village Halloween Parade marching up 6th Avenue with giant puppets, live bands, and thousands of costumed participants.
About this event
The 53rd Annual NYC Village Halloween Parade takes over Greenwich Village on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Celebrating this year's official theme 'Body & Soul', the nation's largest public Halloween celebration features hundreds of giant puppets, over 50 marching bands, dancers, and thousands of New Yorkers in creative costumes. The parade marches north along Sixth Avenue from Canal Street to 15th Street starting at 7:00 PM. Anyone in a full costume is welcome to join the open line-up at Sixth Avenue and Canal Street from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, while public spectators can view the parade for free along the entire avenue.
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This listing was last verified Oct 25, 2026 at 9:00 PM EDT.
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