A Celebration of
Dog-Human Friendship

New York Dog Parade is the nonprofit behind the Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade, which is celebrated as the largest dog parade in the world. Through elegant parades and creative canine-themed programming, we foster community, connection, and joy - at a time when we need these things most!

Never underestimate the power of your dog in a
fabulous costume to brighten someone’s day.

Collective Excellence

Let’s Paws and Parade!

In a world that can feel divided and uncertain, a love of dogs is something so many of us have in common. Dogs are a simple way to bring a little joy and connection to almost any situation. Founded by creatives, we harness innovation, originality, and (you guessed it) dogs to create meaningful, memorable, and joyful experiences for our city, while amplifying causes that help canines and humans in need.

Collective Excellence

  • “We’ve been coming to the parade for four years now, and it somehow gets better every time. The energy, the costumes, and the love everyone has for their dogs make it one of our favorite days of the year.”

  • “I wasn’t sure what to expect, but we left with huge smiles, dozens of new friends, and way too many photos of adorable dogs. We’ll definitely be back next year!”

  • “The New York Dog Parade is everything a community event should be—welcoming, organized, and full of joy. My golden retriever had just as much fun as I did.”

  • “Seeing hundreds of dogs dressed up and celebrating together is something you have to experience in person. It was one of the most memorable events we’ve attended all year.”

  • “From the moment we arrived, everyone made us feel like part of the pack. It’s the perfect event for dog lovers of all ages, and our pup loved every second of the attention.”