Experience the Village Halloween Parade in Manhattan
Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026, making it a great year to experience the Village Halloween Parade in Manhattan. The 53rd annual parade begins at 7:00 p.m. on October 31 and brings thousands of costumed participants, performers, musicians, dancers, and spectators to the streets of Greenwich Village. The theme for the 2026 parade is “Body & Soul.”
One of the things that makes the Village Halloween Parade unique is that visitors can do more than simply watch. Anyone wearing a costume is welcome to join the parade, while spectators can line the route and watch the procession for free. The parade travels along Sixth Avenue, beginning near Canal Street and continuing north through Greenwich Village. Visitors can expect the oversized puppets, creative costumes, live performances, and energetic crowds that have made the event a New York City Halloween tradition.
Guests staying at Harbor Motor Inn can make an evening of the trip by arriving in Manhattan early and exploring Greenwich Village before the parade. The neighborhood offers plenty of restaurants, cafes, historic streets, and places to stop for dinner before finding a spot along the parade route. Since Halloween night typically draws large crowds, visitors should allow extra travel time and review parade information before leaving Brooklyn.
The 2026 Village Halloween Parade takes place rain or shine on Saturday, October 31, beginning at 7:00 p.m. For the parade route, participation information, tickets for special access, and the latest event details, visit the official Village Halloween Parade website.
