Top Free Halloween Events in NYC: Pumpkin Flotilla, Halloween Parades, and More
What's the one way to make costume-and-candy-filled Halloween events even sweeter? Make them free! In New York City, there are loads of no-cost Halloween celebrations in 2023, whether you're looking for preschooler Halloween events or you've got a teen who can't wait to be spooked.
There are no tricks here: We've decided to give parents the best treat of all with this roundup of free Halloween events in New York City for kids, including Mommy Poppins' own fun Halloween Block Party at the South Street Seaport. Our list also includes big annual favorites like the charming Pumpkin Flotilla on the Harlem Meer, the Pumpkin Pageant in Inwood, and much more. We'll even tell you where to find a free pumpkin.
So, bring your costumes, but leave your wallets at home for these free Halloween events in New York City, and find everything from NYC's best trick-or-treating spots to splurge-worthy Halloween events in our New York City Kids' Halloween Guide.
As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses, times, and recommended ages. And keep in mind: You may need to register in advance to take advantage of all the free Halloween events in NYC.
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Carl Schurz Park
Brooklyn Bridge Park: Pier 6
Governors Island
Meatpacking District
Bleecker Playground
Dana Discovery Center, Central Park
Asphalt Green
Harlem Grown
Brookfield Place New York
Washington Market Park
Audubon Center at the Boathouse, Prospect Park
Fort Greene Park
East Harlem Tutorial Program
Socrates Sculpture Park
Sutton Place Park
South Street Seaport
Washington Market Park
Pier 57
Jackson Heights
BAM Peter Jay Sharp Lobby and Lepercq Space
Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State Office Building Plaza
Sternberg Park
Greenwich Village
Pier 84, Hudson River Park
La Plaza Cultural Community Garden