Halloween in Brooklyn: Park Slope hosts its annual children's parade

Costumed participants took over 7th Avenue in Brooklyn on Saturday night for the Park Slope Civic Council's annual Children's Halloween Parade. The event, which drew children and adults in creative outfits, kicked off at 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of 7th Avenue and 14th Street. This year's celebration centered on the theme "The Haunted Forest of Brooklyn," bringing a woodland element to the neighborhood's traditional festivities.

The procession began with a vintage orange and black Ford leading the group down 7th Avenue. The route then turned onto 3rd Street, guiding marchers toward Old Stone House and Washington Park. The gathering concluded at the park, where attendees listened to haunting music performed by the Brooklyn Conservatory.

Marchers displayed a variety of costumes that reflected local politics, pop culture, and neighborhood character. A headless voter and a look-alike of Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined the crowd, the latter dressed in a campaign-themed outfit referencing the city's basketball team. Other participants included a family of scarecrows, a pair of pigeons, and a recreation of Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show complete with tall grass.

The parade serves as a staple of the neighborhood's autumn calendar, organized by the Park Slope Civic Council. The group's involvement ensures the event remains a community-focused gathering for local families. The use of a specific theme each year adds a unique visual identity to the annual march.

The event concluded with the musical performance at Washington Park. Attendees stayed in the park area to enjoy the live set. The parade route and gathering spot have remained consistent with previous years, maintaining the tradition in the Park Slope area.